Dr Beverly Brookes

Originally from the UK and graduating from Southampton University, Dr Beverly moved to Australia, where she brings a wealth of knowledge to her patients, having been a GP for over 38 years.

Experienced in all areas of family & general medicine, Dr Beverly has developed a passion for women’s health and wants to use her expertise to help more women.

Dr Sarah Gradwell

An experienced medical practitioner, Dr Sarah has been a GP for over 10 years and has developed a with special interest in Women’s Health.

Outside of medicine, Dr Sarah enjoys going to the park with her two young children.

Dr Grace Abdukeyum

Having worked closely with gynaecologists and obstetricians since 2017 in the Newcastle region, Dr Grace has dedicated time to assisting deliveries and managing various obstetric and gynaecological presentations in the private health sector.

With a strong belief in providing compassionate and dedicated patient-centred care for pregnant and non-pregnant women, Dr Grace aims to create an environment where women can discuss their issues openly and feel part of the decision-making process.

Dr Grace likes to give back and has been part of a volunteering program called “feed the homeless” where the group would drive down to Sydney every Saturday to bring clothes and food for people in unfortunate situations.

Outside of medicine, Dr Grace loves gardening, reading historical books and exercising with her adorable dogs.

Dr Salina Ahmed

Completing her medical degree in Bangladesh in 2003, Dr Salina worked as a gynaecology & obstetric registrar for 2 years before moving to Australia in 2008 and becoming a full time GP.

Completing her Fellowship from the RACGP in 2019, Dr Salina taught at University of Adelaide’s medical and dental schools for two years before relocating to Newcastle where she qualified for shared antenatal obstetric care from the University of Newcastle. Having now been working as a skilled general practitioner for over 20 years, Dr Salina has a wide variety of experience from rural health to urban busy practices.

Outside of medicine, Dr Salina enjoys looking after her gorgeous daughters and spending time in nature with friends and family. With a bit of a green thumb, Dr Salina is also passionate about her vegetable garden and cooking spicy food!

Dr Rita Almohty

Graduating from medicine in 1997 from the University of New South Wales, Dr Rita has been a doctor for over 25 years.

Having worked all across Australia in a wide variety of disciplines, Dr Rita has experience in Alice Springs Congress indigenous health, Bathurst and Prince of Wales Hospital emergency departments, St George/Sutherland psychiatry, general practice in Sydney and the Northern Rivers of NSW and she was also a doctor for the 2000 Olympics.

Dr Rita enjoys all aspects of general practice including mental health, chronic disease, aged care, indigenous health and LGBTQIA+ needs, with a special interest in women’s health. Priding herself in her care, Dr Rita loves the continuity and support she can give her patients in general practice.

Outside of medicine, Dr Rita she has two young children who keep her very busy.

Dr Faiza Mehfooz

Graduating from Sindh Medical University in 2006, Dr Faiza moved to Australia and worked at Ballarat Base Hospital for 2.5 years as an Emergency Department Registrar, before becoming a GP.

Although she enjoys all aspects of general practice, Dr Faiza has a special interest in women’s health and is passionate about providing the best care for her patients.

Outside of medicine, Dr Faiza enjoys spending time with her family and cooking.

Dr Sidra Imtiaz

Graduating from the University of Health Sciences in 2011, Dr Sidra moved to Australia and first worked as a Hospital Medical Officer.

Although interested in all areas of family & general medicine, Dr Sidra has developed a passion for helping women with their health concerns.

Outside of medicine, Dr Sidra enjoys painting and spending quality time with her family.

Dr Mahua Sharmin Huq

Graduating in Bangladesh in 2006, Dr Mahua moved to Australia and worked at Ballarat Base Hospital for 5 years as a Senior Medical Officer before joining Ballarat Medical and Dental as a GP in 2020.

Throughout her career, Dr Mahua has worked in different areas of medicine including emergency, surgery, general medicine, neurology, paediatrics, geriatric medicine, gynaecology and obstetrics and mental health.

Known for her empathy and compassion, Dr Mahua has a non-judgemental approach to treating her patients and likes to focus on continuity of care.

Outside of medicine, you can find Dr Mahua exploring new places with her family.

Dr Farisha Begum

After completing her MBBS and internship in Fiji, Dr Farisha migrated to Australia. After working in multiple hospitals including Westmead, Nepean, Auburn, WCH and also locum in private hospitals, Dr Farisha moved to Dubbo and completed her Fellowship. Looking back fondly on her time in Dubbo, Dr Farisha says that she adored her time working at Aboriginal Medical Services in Wellington, before she ended up settling in Blacktown.

Outside of Medicine, you will find Dr Farisha enjoying outdoor sports or spending time with her family, including 3 beautiful boys who mean the world to her.

Dr Sid Viswanath

Dr. Sid has been working in Australian general practice since 2020 after moving from the UK where he trained as a GP and worked in various hospitals. Although he sees all aspects of general practice, Dr Sid has a special interest in urogynaecology (including conservative management of prolapses) and general gynaecology.

A current member of the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health – UK, Dr Sid is trained to perform IUCD/IUD (Mirena, Kyleena, copper coil) insertions and Implanon insertions. Dr Sid can also perform joint injections, minor surgical procedures, and is a certified MS2 prescriber for medical termination of pregnancy.