Graduating from the University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka with a distinction in obstetrics and gynaecology, Dr Arthikka then decided to migrate to Australia. Completing her internship at Mackay Base Hospital QLD, Dr Arthikka continued to work there as a junior house officer before becoming a full time GP in 2011. In 2016, Dr Arthikka completed her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Outside of medicine, Dr Arthikka has 3 sons who she loves spending time with, as well as listening to music, reading and gardening. Dr Arthikka also likes to devote some time to charity work in Sri Lanka.
Completing her medical degree in Pakistan in 1981, Dr Alphonsa first worked for 6 months in gynaecology and obstetrics in a major hospital in Karachi before moving into a leprosy centre where she worked for 16 years. In this centre, Dr Alphonsa was responsible for looking after female lepers and their families, as well as the centre staff and their families.
After moving to Australia in 2000, Dr Alphonsa did 3 years of hospital HMO rotations, including 6 months in gynaecology/obstetrics in Dandenong hospital and then 6 months in Psychology at Monash Clayton. In 2009, Dr Alphonsa received her fellowship from the RACGP
AEarly on in Dr Alphonsa’s training, she realised women’s health does not get enough attention, especially in the third world country that she belonged to.
Since then, Dr Alphonsa has developed a passion for looking after women’s physical and mental health.
Outside of medicine, you can find Dr Alphonsa travelling and exploring Australian outback and spending time with her loving husband, 4 beautiful children and 2 precious grandchildren
A competent and compassionate GP, Dr Enas is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and has many years of experience in Australia and overseas. Patient centred care is Dr Ena’s main principle, as she likes to keep an excellent professional relationship with her patients.
With a special interest in women’s health and skin care, Dr Enas is passionate about helping women in rural areas who don’t have quality access to healthcare. This has also led to Dr Enas wanting to share her knowledge and she is proud to be a supervisor for international medical graduate colleagues while working in rural NSW.
Outside of medicine, Dr Enas loves to enjoy nature and outdoor activities.
Originally from Victoria and then completing her training in Queensland, Dr. Teasdale ended up settling and raising her family on the Northern Beaches. Enjoying a holistic approach to general practice, Dr. Teasdale has special interests in sports medicine, mental health, preventive health, as well as women’s health.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Teasdale enjoys being outside and active with family and friends.
Originally graduating from Myanmar, Dr Mar Mar worked for a few years as a GP, before joining her husband in Fiji who was working as a United Nations volunteer under UNDP. For 20 years, Dr Mar Mar worked in various fields of medicine in Fiji and New Zealand before migrating to Australia where she has continued to work as a GP.
Having been a doctor for over 40 years, Dr Garry brings a wealth of experience to family & general medicine. He is known for his intent listening skills and is always eager to fully understand his patient’s perspective.
Now in his 60s, Dr Garry and his wonderful wife have been married for 42 years and have two beautiful daughters. Outside of medicine, Dr Garry’s interest include travel, gardening, and sport.
Beginning her studies at Melbourne University, Dr Alicia worked hospital medicine for three years and then started work in general practice in 2013.
Thriving in general practice, Dr Alicia enjoys that it gives her the opportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with her patients. Getting to know her patients and their families enables Dr Alicia to provide care that suits their individual circumstances and needs.
During her years in general practice, Dr Alicia has grown her own family and now has 4 busy little boys aging from 3 years to 11 years old. Being a mum takes up most of Dr Alicia’s time that is not spent at work. The weekends at Dr Alicia’s house revolve around community sport, family and friends. A guilty pleasure of Dr Alicia’s is when she gets to enjoy early mornings and time to herself so she can exercise and listen to an audiobook.
Initially completing her MBBS medical degree at Monash University, Dr sue-Ann went on to also qualify as a nutritionist with a Master of Nutrition from Deakin University. Having now practiced as a doctor in Bayside Melbourne for over 25 years, Dr Sue-Ann has always been passionate about preventative health and wellness in women.
Outside of medicine, Dr Sue-Ann enjoys being outdoors in nature, Pilates and good literature.
Originally graduating from the University of Zagreb in Croatia, Dr. Skovrlj moved to Australia and has been a doctor on the Northern Beaches for over 15 years.
She has a special interest in Women’s Health and Children’s Health.
