Our Team
High-quality healthcare you can trust
Isabel and her family moved to Australia over 15 years ago and she has been practicing as a rural GP in the last 11 years.
Her medical background kicked off with a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree which earned her the highest academic merit ( Gold medalist of the Philippine Pharmaceutical Association).
She then pursued Doctor of Medicine and gained experience both overseas and in Australia.
She subsequently earned her Specialist registration as Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practice (RACGP) in 2017.
Isabel continues to expand her horizon as a medical practitioner through on going professional development programs.
The goal of which is to be able to deliver the best towards her patients health care needs. Her aim is to also pass on this wealth of experience to junior colleagues and this she does by providing supervision and training to medical students and IMGs.
Her special interests include mental health, chronic disease management, women’s and children’s health, pain management, skin cancer and general medical conditions.
Her passion is around music, movies, spending time with family and travel.
Dr. Wojciech Kaczmarek was born in Cape Town, South Africa, and graduated from the Medical Faculty in Gdansk, Poland.
During his summer vacations, he worked as a Nurse in Stockholm, Sweden, gaining invaluable experience in diverse healthcare settings.
He later obtained his Diploma in Obstetrics while studying Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town, further enriching his medical expertise.
Dr. Kaczmarek’s medical journey led him to rural NSW, where he honed his skills in a variety of areas, including deliveries, surgery, anaesthetics, emergency care, hospital work, and general practice, ultimately earning his FRACGP.
In 2009, he moved to Geelong, where he has been serving the community ever since, with a focus on Women’s Health, Child Health, Mental Health, minor surgery, and all aspects of general practice.
Between 2014 and 2018, Dr. Kaczmarek also shared his knowledge and passion for medicine by teaching medical students at Deakin University, and he served as an active FRACGP examiner until the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Kaczmarek has a deep love for travel, fine art, and gardening, and enjoys exploring new passions and experiences.
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Now providing IUD insertions and removals with no waiting list.
(This can help patients seeking timely contraceptive care.)
Dr. Umayanga Palandage
MD, MRCGP (UK), PGDip Dermatology (UK)
General Practitioner | Urgent & Primary Care | Dermatology in General Practice
Dr. Umayanga is now available for GP consultations on Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Dr. Umayanga Palandage offers consultations.
Dr. Palandage is an experienced and versatile General Practitioner currently practicing at Armstrong Creek Doctors in Australia.
He also works as a sessional GP at the Morecambe Urgent Treatment Centre in the United Kingdom.
Dedicated to delivering patient-centred and evidence-based care, he offers a broad range of services, including in-person consultations, telehealth, and home visits.
He earned his primary medical qualification, MD, from Vitebsk State Medical University in Belarus. He began his career as a Pre intern Medical Officer with the Sri Lanka Air Force
Then served in Sri Lanka’s government health sector, where he built a strong foundation in clinical medicine.
He later relocated to the United Kingdom, gaining experience across a range of specialties including Emergency Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Psychiatry, and General Practice.
After completing his General Practice specialty training, he was awarded the Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP, UK) in 2021.
In 2024, he furthered his expertise by completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Dermatology from the University of South Wales, with a focus on dermatological care within general practice.
Fluent in English, Sinhala, and Russian, Dr. Palandage is highly skilled in managing both acute and chronic conditions, conducting telephone triage, and communicating effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.
He has contributed to clinical audits, supervised GP trainees in the UK, and delivered presentations on important topics such as epilepsy in pregnancy, sleep apnoea, and diabetes.
He takes pride in his smooth transition from Sri Lanka’s healthcare system to the NHS, and in his ongoing commitment to professional development and innovation in primary and urgent care.
Outside of clinical practice, Dr. Palandage enjoys marine fish keeping, cycling, nature walks, and mindfulness activities that reflect his balanced and holistic approach to life and healthcare.
Dr. Herath is an experienced General Practitioner who has been practicing medicine since 2014. After beginning her medical career in Sri Lanka, she moved to the UK in 2018, where she worked at Lancaster Royal Infirmary and completed her GP training.
Dr. Herath has a special interest in women’s health and chronic disease management, and is passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centred care to individuals and families. Outside of medicine, she enjoys gardening and baking.
Dr Shafiul Alam Joy is a UK and Australia trained doctor with a broad background in emergency medicine, intensive care, stroke care, and acute medicine. He is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centred care and enjoys supporting patients with both acute and ongoing health concerns. Dr Joy is currently pursuing Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
He speaks Bengali and English.
Areas of Interest
- Children’s health
- Pregnancy management
- Contraception, including implant insertion
- Women’s health and cervical screening
- Men’s health
- Geriatric care
- Health assessments and care plans
- Acute medicine
- Preventive health
- Skin checks
- Mental health
Procedures and Services
- Ear wax removal by microsuction
- Ear, nose and eye foreign body removal
- Surgical repair of injuries
- Wound care
- Iron infusions and other injections
- Skin lesion removal and biopsy
- Cryotherapy
Consulting: Wednesdays, commencing Friday, 18 September.
Dr Afshan Mehboob Shariff completed her medical degree in Bangalore, South India, graduating from Karnataka University in 2007. She holds a Diploma in Women’s Health and speaks fluent Hindi and Urdu.
After many years working in Mildura, Dr Afshan has now settled in Ballarat, where she enjoys the sense of community that regional living provides.
She has a special interest in women’s health, children’s health, chronic condition management, and skin cancer medicine, with expertise in IUD insertions, PCOS management, and antenatal and postnatal care.
Dr Afshan is also involved in medical education, mentoring GP trainees and promoting patient health literacy to support informed and holistic care.
Sunday Sessions Available Every Sunday from 7 June, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Dr. Harindri Pathiraja is an Emergency Medicine Registrar with over a decade of diverse clinical experience, including eight years in Anesthesia
and ICU in Sri Lanka and two years leading emergency care at Rockhampton Base Hospital. She holds an MBBS from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura and AMC certification.
From January 2026, she will transition to General Practice to pursue a better work-life balance while continuing her commitment to patient-centered care.
Skilled in emergency procedures, critical care, and chronic disease management, Dr. Pathiraja brings both clinical expertise and compassion to her practice.
Outside medicine, she is a proud wife and mother of two, an award-winning tennis player, a passionate painter, and a community leader, having served as President Guide in Sri Lanka.
Dr. Harindri will be purely bulk billing for all Medicare-eligible patients.
Dr Vani Peddi is a highly experienced General Practitioner and Medical Director, with over 15 years of clinical practice providing comprehensive, patient-centred care across diverse communities.
As a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Dr Vani is committed to providing evidence-based, holistic healthcare with a strong focus on prevention, early intervention, and long-term wellbeing. She is known for her warm, approachable manner and her ability to build trusted, lasting relationships with her patients.
Dr Vani has a special interest in comprehensive family medicine, with particular expertise in:
- Women’s health and menopause care
- Pregnancy and antenatal care
- Diabetes and chronic disease management
- Elderly and complex care
- Contraception, including Implanon insertion & removal and Mirena
- Preventative health and lifestyle medicine
She is passionate about empowering patients to take control of their health and works collaboratively to create personalised care plans tailored to each individual’s needs.
Fluent in English, Telugu, and Hindi, Dr Vani provides culturally sensitive care and connects easily with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr Vani is currently providing telehealth consultations only.
Dr Noor Al Diga is a General Practitioner holding an MBBS from Mosul University College of Medicine in Iraq.
She has extensive experience in emergency medicine and the management of chronic medical conditions, providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages.
Dr Noor has a strong interest in:
- Women’s health
- cervical screening
- contraception
- pregnancy care
- sexual health
- Child health and immunisations
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive medicine
- Travel medicine and travel advice
- Musculoskeletal conditions
- Weight management
Fluent in both Arabic and English, Dr Noor is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and supporting her patients’ overall well-being.
Dr Noor Al Diga offers bulk billing for all Medicare-eligible patients.
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Neha Dave
Registered Psychologist, MAPS
Neha has completed her Bachelors of Arts majoring in Psychology from India in 2001.
She has further completed a Graduate Diploma in Psychology at Griffith University Gold Coast and a Masters in Psychology (Counselling) at Swinburne University in Melbourne.
As a dedicated and experienced Registered Psychologist since 2009
Neha has had the privilege of working with diverse clients from various backgrounds, each facing unique mental health challenges.
Neha is committed to providing evidence-based strategies that support holistic healing.
Her areas of interest include:
- Anxiety Disorders
- Depression
- Stress
- Women’s health and well-being
- Relationship challenges
- Self-worth and confidence challenges
- Trauma and Healing
Please fill out the CONTACT form on the website www.nehadave.com or contact her directly on 0439 443 055 or nehadave@nehadave.com for an appointment.
