Dr. Palmyra de Banks

Dr Palmyra has been a doctor for more than 22 years, has trained in maternity care and is also registered for shared care provision. 

Moving from the UK to Australia with her family over a decade ago, she became a Fellow of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Dr Palmyra is known for her love of caring for her patients and helping people in need to achieve better health outcomes. 

 

Dr. Imelda Te

Originally finishing her medicine degree in the Philiipines, Dr Imelda moved to Australia and has been practicing here as a GP since 2009.

Outside of medicine, Dr Imelda enjoys dining out with family and friends, watching movies, reading novels and travelling. Some hidden talents of hers include being a member of a university table tennis varsity team and singing karaoke. 

Dr Elahe Arbabiaval

Dr Elahe has been a Doctor for 10+ years. She is a Fellow of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. She graduated in 2008 from the Azad Medical University in Iran.

Dr Rahul Verma

Dr. Rahul finished his medical studies in India with an internship in 2008, then worked at the university hospital for about a year before moving to Australia in early 2009. After completing Australian Medical Council examinations over the next few years, he started work in the emergency department in Warragul and then Werribee Mercy Hospital for over 4 years.

In 2019, he decided to pursue GP training, and one of the main reasons for that decision was the ability to provide continuity of care to the patients.

He commenced his GP training in 2019 at Echuca, Victoria. He joined Campaspe Family Practice in February 2020 and stayed until he moved to Maddingley Medical Centre in February 2021. He attained his fellowship in February 2022.

He has completed a Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Werribee Mercy Hospital and can provide shared care to patients who are pregnant or are planning a pregnancy.

With his mental health skills training, he can provide comprehensive mental health treatment plans to patients with mental health conditions.

Outside of medicine, Dr Rahul enjoys spending time with his family (especially his cheeky 4-year-old daughter) and friends the most. He also enjoys cricket, PlayStation, photography and travelling.

Dr Ann Marie Uy Kimpang

Obtaining her medical degree, along with speciality training in obstetrics and gynaecology in the Philippines, Dr Ann Marie then migrated to Australia and has been a General Practitioner here for 25 years.

Outside of medicine, Dr Ann Marie enjoys travelling, cooking and spending quality time with her husband, children and grandchildren. 

Dr. Jody Waters

Dr Jody Waters acquired her Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery from James Cook University and has been a GP for over 9 years.

She graduated with High Distinction and received the James Cook University Gold Academic Medal for her academic achievements.

During her initial years, she gained invaluable experience as a Paediatric Registrar and then Neonatal intensive Care Registrar, in addition to time spent working in Emergency Medicine.

She has also received numerous accolades including the Rural Doctors Association of Queensland Prize in Rural Medicine, RACGP North Queensland Sub-Faculty Prize in General Practice, JCU Mick McLoughlin Memorial Prize in Rural Medicine, JCU Ethics Prize, the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists Mental Health Prize, and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists Women’s Health Award.

Dr Jody enjoys all aspects of Family Medicine and has a special interest in Women’s Health, Shared Antenatal Care, Paediatrics and Mental Health. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Dr. Fatima Elnaggar

Dr Fatima has been working in Australia for the last 11 years, undergoing her general practice training in Victoria and obtaining a fellowship of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
The diversity of general practice is what Dr Fatima enjoys most and she believes in shared decision making for her patients.

Outside of medicine, Fatima keeps busy looking after her family and enjoys gardening, bush walking and craftwork.

Dr. Shilpi Wahi

An experienced General Practitioner, Dr Shilpi has worked as a Doctor in the United Kingdom and Australia for over 10 years.

With previous experience in sexual health in young adults, contraception and providing antenatal care, Dr Shilpi is always looking to increase her knowledge so she can better help her patients.

As a supervisor of medical students at Bond University, Dr Shilpi also wants to help our future doctors provide a high level of care.

 

Dr. Gagandeep Kundal

Completing his medical degree in India (Amrtistar) in 2002, Dr Gagandeep brings a wealth of knowledge from India, the UK and Australia. With over 20 years’ experience working as a GP, Dr Gagandeep takes pride in what he does, always going the extra mile for his patients and ensuring they receive the best possible care.

Outside of medicine, Dr Gagandeep likes to spend quality time relaxing with his family and friends and visiting new places.

Dr. Caroline van der Vlugt

Graduating from the University of Cape Town in 1993, Dr Caroline completed her internship and then moved to Switzerland with her husband to live and work for 3 years. Returning to South Africa in 1998, Dr Caroline developed her knowledge and worked in all aspects of medicine, before immigrating to Australia in 2008.

Working as a GP in Australia for the past 14 years, Caroline has been enjoying the sunny Gold Coast during this time with her husband two children.