Our Doctors & Staff

Dr. Josh is a dedicated GP and a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). Growing up and completing his medical training in the Northern Territory, he considers local community health needs and context in his practice. Dr. Josh has a particular interest in mental health, chronic disease management, and preventative health. He is committed to providing clear explanations and ensuring his [...]

We welcome Michael to the GP Collective team and working with Adam at Mint Healthcare. Michael is a dedicated physiotherapist committed to helping you reduce pain, recover faster, and stay active. He has experience working with patients in the clinic, in hospital and on the worksite. Michael has a diverse background as an Army veteran, experienced tradesman, personal trainer and a NDIS support worker. Whether [...]

We are excited to welcome Tylana to the GP Collective team, where she also collaborates closely with Adam at Mint Healthcare. Tylana is a highly experienced and compassionate Senior Physiotherapist, bringing expertise across private practice, hospital, and multidisciplinary healthcare settings. Holding dual qualifications in Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology, Tylana offers evidence-based, patient-centred care across musculoskeletal, orthopaedics, sports injury management and pelvic health. She provides support [...]

Dr Christine Chuter is a University of Tasmania graduate and has worked in General Practice for over 20 year, with a focus on acute after hours care. Christine works solely in the After Hours practice to provide same day/urgent medical consultations, but does not provide ongoing patient care.

Dr Cigdem Kaya completed her medical studies in Sydney and gained her Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2022. Since then she has been traveling and working in rural and remote areas of Australia. She has an interest in emergency medicine, dermatology, mental and sexual health. When she's not working Dr Kaya enjoys cooking, exploring and going for hikes with her [...]

Dr Meg Creely is a GP originally from ‘the mainland’. She completed her training at Monash University and continued working through some of Melbourne’s major hospital networks. In search of more bushwalking and good food she moved down south to Tasmania. Meg works solely in the After Hours practice to provide same day/urgent medical consultations, but does not provide ongoing patient care.

With over a decade of experience in Nursing, Kahlia is a dedicated Registered Nurse with a deep passion for providing compassionate care to diverse patient populations. Graduating with a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Tasmania in 2010, Kahlia has focused primarily on Aged Care and Practice Nursing Kahlia has gone on to become a Registered Nurse Immuniser, complete a Graduate Certificate in Gerontology [...]

Since 2012, Tegan has worked in Hobart, bringing a wealth of experience in emergency nursing and midwifery. Her diverse skill set includes: In midwifery and antenatal care, Tegan provides early antenatal advice and care, including abdominal palpation and clinical observations for both mother and baby. She supports parents with newborn care, offers postpartum assistance including breastfeeding and nutritional guidance, conducts six-week postnatal checks, and helps [...]

Sheema has worked as a GP in the UK and Singapore and various parts of Australia. Sheema has a wealth of experience and commitment to high quality care for her patients. Sheema is keen on travel and spends her weekends exploring all the hidden gems around the region. Areas of Interest: Chronic Illness Paediatrics Women’s Health Men’s Health.

Dr. Sara welcomes new and existing patients. She speaks English, Persian, and Turkish.

Dr Meg now offers telehealth services at Your Hobart Doctor, providing convenient access to quality care from home. Ideal for consultations like follow-ups, prescriptions, chronic disease management, and mental health support, telehealth ensures personalised care tailored to your needs, wherever you are.

Other languages : Sinhala Dr. Maddumage has completed his primary medical degree in Sri Lanka and has experience in different fields of medicine. Manoj has   gained specialist qualifications in multiple fields including General Medicine and Intensive Care Medicine after working in the UK and  Sri Lanka. Currently, he is working as a GP registrar towards specialist qualifications in General Practice. Manoj is particularly interested in the management of  infectious [...]

I am a family medicine practitioner (Specialist GP) passionate about delivering quality, holistic care to my patients. My approach to practising medicine is centred on the belief that the mind, body, and spirit are interconnected. Therefore, I use an integrated approach to healthcare management aimed at achieving the best outcomes for my patients. I consider each individual's unique circumstances and needs in every aspect of [...]

Stacey is an FRACGP qualified general practitioner working at Your Hobart Health.  She welcomes all patients for general, after hours and telephone consultations, where appropriate.  She can perform minor procedures. Her additional training includes: - Mental health, including Focused psychological strategies skills training - Qualified to provide non-directive pregnancy counselling - Implanon insertion certification - Professional Certificate of Skin Cancer Surgery - Professional Certificate of [...]

Dr Anandakumaresan Pemmulu (Anand) is a senior teacher with the department of Dermatology , Cardiff University School of Medicine, Wales, UK since 2006. This means that he has been a honorary tutor with one of the premier schools of medicine in the United Kingdom teaching dermatology , including skin cancer medicine to GPs from countries like England, Wales, Scotland, Canada, Singapore, Australia, Hong Kong, India, [...]

Dr McClean graduated in Medicine from Queen’s university Belfast in 1991 with Bachelor degrees in Medicine, Surgery and Obstetrics. She completed rural GP training in WA and has worked as a GP in Australia for over 30 years. She has completed diplomas in Mental Health, Hypnotherapy and Ayurvedic Medicine. Her main interest is in Mental Health and a holistic approach to Mind-Body healing. You can [...]

Originally from New Zealand, Carla completed her medical training in Queensland before relocating to Tasmania. With an interest in acute medicine, she also works with the RACGP as a Medical Educator. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband, children and pets.

Dr Richard Ward graduated from the University of Tasmania in 2009, trained in Hobart and worked in Emergency before obtaining his Fellowship in General Practice. Richard has an interest in Travel Medicine and all areas of General Practice. Richard still has an interest in acute medicine and works in Urgent Care and after hours, and continues to work in Emergency Departments around Tasmania and interstate. [...]

Geordie has moved from Melbourne to Hobart following a few years in Darwin. Geordie has an interest in men's health, children's health and a range of chronic health management.

Dr Karen graduated from the University of Tasmania in 1998 and has many years of experience in General Practice. Her special interests are: Family Medicine, Children's Health, Implanon insertion and removal, STI checks, Contraceptive advice.

Dr Athena Pantazis graduated from the University of Tasmania in 1996 and worked at the Royal Hobart Hospital until 2005, when she displayed an interest in General Medicine. In 2007, Dr Pantazis became a Fellow of the RACGP and has worked in General Practice since. Athena has a keen interest in Women's and Children's healthcare.

Dr Ruba studied medicine at the University of Glasgow in the UK graduating in 2011. She has experience as a GP since 2017 gaining UK Specialist GP recognition MRCGP in 2019. She enjoys the continuity of care and long term nature of the patient doctor relationship that general practice entails. Her interests are general Family medicine and chronic disease management. Dr Ruba does not consult [...]

Dr Bahman Ranjbar has been working in GP clinics in Tasmania for many years and is now offering his services to the community at Your Hobart Doctor, and Your Hobart After Hours. Dr Ranjbar also provides mental health services in addition to procedures, including implanon insertion and removal, and women's health. Dr Ranjbar can also provide management and treatment of ingrown toenails.

Dr. Luke Freckelton holds a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery from the University of Notre Dame (2015) and a Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (2022). He also has a Master's in Public Health. His special interests include all aspects of general practice, men's and mental health, immunisations, chronic disease management, children's and over 75 health checks, sexual and preventative health, and [...]