Specialists

Private specialists and allied health in Newcastle and the Hunter, A–Z.

Newcastle and the Hunter 377 listings. Last checked 31 October 2026.

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A Growing Understanding
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Lake Macquarie and Newcastle (street addresses not on services page)(02) 4044 1122 · Website
Interests: Speech sounds; Expressive and receptive language; Stuttering; Feeding; Literacy; AAC; Intensive programs; Group programs
Telehealth · Ages: Children
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Dr Simon Abson
Orthopaedics (spine)
Website
Interests: Adult and paediatric spinal deformity; Degenerative spinal conditions; Spinal trauma; Tumour resection; Discectomy and decompression
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
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Prof Shamasunder Acharya
Endocrinology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Diabetes; General endocrinology; Pituitary, adrenal, thyroid and bone disorders
Telehealth · Ages: adults · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Forster Private Hospital (Dolphin Suites, monthly)
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Achieve Podiatry Newcastle
Podiatry
Achieve PodiatryLevel 1/294 Turton Road, New Lambton NSW 230502 4067 5055 · Website
Interests: Sports medicine and performance rehabilitation; Running injuries; Biomechanical and movement assessment; Complex and persistent lower-limb conditions
Ages: All ages
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Advanced Hearing Care
Audiology
24 Veronica Street, Cardiff NSW 228502 4954 4248
Interests: Hearing aids
Bulk billing (some)
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Dr Mohammed Al-Omary
Cardiology
Newcastle Heart64 Denison Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4929 2444 · Fax 02 4929 2449 · Website
Interests: Heart failure; Ischaemic heart disease; Complex PCI; Intravascular imaging
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital
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Neuro Alliance
Physiotherapy
1 Poynton Place, Thornton NSW 2322 (adult rehab and aquatic); B1/7 Poynton Place (paediatric)02 4081 1899 · Website
Interests: Stroke; Acquired brain injury; Spinal cord injury; Multiple sclerosis; Parkinson's disease; Cerebral palsy; Amputation and limb difference; Functional neurological disorder; Brachial plexus injury; Spasticity, dystonia, tremor; Upper limb service (with OT); Aquatic therapy; Gait lab
Ages: Paediatric and adult
Acknowledgement of Country (Wonnarua); Aboriginal flag displayed
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Amber-Jayne Stirling
Physiotherapy
AJ Stirling PhysiotherapyMobile (home/school-based)0400 350 492 · Website
Interests: Neurodevelopmental therapy; General paediatric and orthopaedic conditions; Disability services; Hydrotherapy
NDIS · Ages: 0–17
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Dr Vimalan Ambikaipaker
Gastroenterology
Gastroenterology rooms, East MaitlandSuite 5, 173 Chisholm Road, East Maitland NSW 2323
Interests: Coeliac disease; IBD; General gastroenterology; Hepatology
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital
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Dr Antonio Ambrogetti
Respiratory and sleep medicine
Warners Bay Private HospitalFairfax Road, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4958 4288
Interests: Sleep disorders
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital
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Dr Mohammad Amin
Neurology
Pacific Neurology481 Pacific Highway, Belmont NSW 2280Website
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Dr Alvand Amiri
Dermatology
Advanced Dermatology and Laser125 Mount Pleasant St, Maitland NSW 2320(02) 4040 3180 · Website
Interests: Skin cancer and skin cancer surgery; Inflammatory and autoimmune skin conditions incl. acne, eczema, psoriasis
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Dr Neil Anderson
Paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: Clinic-wide interests: ADHD, autism, FASD, tics and Tourette's, epilepsy (not assigned per doctor); ADHD assessment (paediatrician-led pathway); Oversight of psychology-led autism assessments
Telehealth · Ages: children and adolescents (autism assessment approx 2.5-25) · Wait: Fees published: initial $650-750, review $320-400 (Medicare rebate applies); 50% deposit for new bookings
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Dr Pek Ang
Psychiatry
Mind-CareLevel 3, 28-38 Smart Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4943 4111 · Website
Interests: Adult ADHD diagnosis and management; Impulse control incl. eating-related behaviours; Emotional dysregulation and burnout; Mood and anxiety disorders; Complex presentations
Telehealth · Ages: adults
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Dr Alyssa Arnold
Respiratory and sleep medicine
Newcastle Lung Group26 John Street, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4940 8000
Interests: All areas of respiratory and sleep medicine; Bronchoscopy and EBUS-guided biopsy
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr David Arnold
Respiratory and sleep medicine
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital3 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4943 3122
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital, Calvary Mater Newcastle
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Dr Bahador Asadi-Khansari
Psychiatry
Ramsay Clinic Lakeside / Warners Bay Private Hospital02 4958 4288 · Fax 02 4941 3474 · Website
Interests: Anxiety, depressive and bipolar disorders; Psychotic disorders; ADHD; PTSD and trauma
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Clinic Lakeside
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Aspire Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Mobile (home, school, preschool)0413 686 194 · Website
Interests: Speech and language development; Articulation; Literacy (spelling, reading, written expression); Phonological awareness; Social skills; Stuttering and voice
Telehealth · NDIS · Medicare care plans · Ages: Children (adults also referenced)
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Audika Hearing Clinic Newcastle
Audiology
AudikaShop 6, 209 Hunter Street, Newcastle NSW 2300 (also Kotara, Warners Bay)1800 320 186 · Website
Interests: Free hearing checks for adults over 26; Hearing aids (national chain)
Bulk billing · Ages: Free checks for over-26s
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Earport Audiology
Audiology
Glendale NSW (main clinic) and Charlestown NSW; street addresses not given in source0402 391 129 · Website
Interests: Paediatric hearing tests (VRA, BOA, play audiometry); Adult diagnostic hearing tests; Tinnitus assessment and rehabilitation; Auditory training (LACE Pro); Hearing aids (independent, multiple manufacturers); Microsuction wax removal; Hearing Services Program
Ages: All ages
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AusClin Dietitians
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
18 Wilsons Road, Mount Hutton NSW 2290Website
Interests: DVA Veteran Card accepted
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Autism Understanding Psychology Clinic
Psychology
The Junction, Newcastle NSW (street address not published)Website
Interests: Autism assessment; Attention assessment; Cognitive, developmental, executive functioning, adaptive and reading assessments; Counselling; Autism strategies
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Children, adolescents and adults
Neurodiversity-affirming assessments (stated)
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Avina Therapy – Newcastle & Hunter
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Avina TherapySuite 4, Level 1/14 Garnett Rd, East Maitland NSW 23231800 447 000 · Website
Interests: Occupational therapy; Speech pathology; ABI, ADHD, autism, cognitive and learning assessments; Positive behaviour support
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Children, adolescents and adults
Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners
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Avina Therapy – Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Avina TherapySuite 4, Level 1/14 Garnett Rd, East Maitland NSW 23231800 447 000 · Website
Interests: Speech pathology; Autism and developmental assessments
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Children, adolescents and adults
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Back In Motion Cessnock
Physiotherapy
298 Maitland Road, Cessnock NSW(02) 4990 4540 · Website
Interests: Bladder/bowel control; Stress, urge and mixed incontinence; Prolapse; Vulvar pain/sexual pain; Men's post-prostatectomy incontinence; Erectile dysfunction; Chronic pelvic pain
States female continence and pelvic floor physiotherapists
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Dr Kirsten Bailey
Rehabilitation medicine
Hunter Valley Private Hospital20 Mawson Street, Shortland NSW 2307
Hospitals: Hunter Valley Private Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Hasitha Balasuriya
General surgery
Newcastle Colorectal Surgery02 4956 3244 · Website
Interests: Colorectal surgery
Telehealth
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Dr Jessica Bale
Dermatology
Hunter Coast Dermatology & LaserLevel 3, 95 Pacific Highway, Charlestown NSW 2290(02) 4003 7693 · Fax (02) 4989 9764 · Website
Interests: Acne; Rosacea; Hyperhidrosis; Early skin cancer detection; surgical and non-surgical skin cancer management; Cosmetic and laser dermatology; Vascular and pigment conditions; Sun-damaged skin
Ages: adults (practice accepts referrals for new adult patients)
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Dr Paul Bamford
Cardiology
Newcastle Adult & Paediatric Heart Centre16 Grainger Street, Lambton NSW 229902 4962 1811 · Website
Interests: Percutaneous coronary intervention; CT coronary angiography reporting; Medical education
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Karen Barrett
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
Karen Barrett Social WorkLevel 1, Suite 2, 58 Orchardtown Road, New Lambton NSW 2305Website
Interests: Grief and loss; Trauma; Mental health; Parenting support
Ages: Children, adults, women and infants (patient focus)
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Dr Thomas Barrett
Dermatology
Frontier Dermatology294 Charlestown Road, Charlestown NSW 2290(02) 4022 8739 · Fax (02) 4088 8086 · WebsiteE-referral: Medical Objects / HealthLink accepted (IDs not published)
Interests: Mohs micrographic surgery; Skin cancer management; Autoimmune bullous disease; Cutaneous lymphomas
Wait: Closed to new general dermatology patients; limited urgent spaces; Mohs referrals accepted · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown
Practice states onsite parking at the rear includes accessible spaces, with a drop-off bay at the front entrance
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Beam Health Cessnock
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
Beam Health (Beam Services)Unit 4, 36 Vincent Street, Cessnock NSW 232502 4954 9333 · Website
Interests: Paediatric OT (independence in daily activities); Speech pathology for children, teens and young adults; Behaviour support; Assessments
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Children, teens and adults
States neuroaffirming supportStates welcome to all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, genders and sexualitiesAcknowledgement of Country
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Beam Health Cessnock – Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Beam HealthUnit 4, 36 Vincent Street, Cessnock NSW 232502 4954 9333 · Website
Interests: Assessment and therapy for children, teens and young adults
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Children to young adults
States neuroaffirming supportStates welcome to all genders and sexualities
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Being and Becoming Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
Being and Becoming OTBCP Hub, Warners Bay NSW 2284 (also Newcastle and Kotara clinics)0493 990 203 · Website
Interests: Children and young people; Emotional awareness and wellbeing; Self-identity and confidence; Participation in meaningful activities; Early intervention; Mental health
Telehealth · NDIS · Medicare care plans · Ages: Children, young people and adults
States neuroaffirming, strengths-based frameworkStates 'We embrace all neurotypes and identities'Acknowledgement of Country (Awabakal, Worimi, Wonnarua)
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Dr Bernard Beldholm
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
30 Belmore Road, Lorn NSW 232002 4934 5700 · Website
Interests: Body contouring after weight loss and pregnancy; Breast surgery; Face and neck surgery; Gynaecomastia; Liposuction and fat grafting
Hospitals: Maitland Private Hospital
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Dr Greg Bellamy
Cardiology
Rooms, LingardUnit 1, 226 Union Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4963 6887
Interests: Coronary and structural interventional procedures
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, Forster Private Hospital, Mayo Private Hospital
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Beyond Now Psychology
Psychology
671-677 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW 23020450 484 434 · Fax 02 4910 9087
Interests: Eating disorders; Trauma; Depression; Anxiety; Grief and loss; Substance use
Ages: Children, teenagers and adults
Low sensory space available (stated)
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Dr Rohan Bhagwandeen
Cardiology
Newcastle Heart64 Denison Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4929 2444 · Fax 02 4929 2449 · Website
Interests: Reperfusion for acute myocardial infarction; Structural intervention incl. TAVI; Imaging/physiology-guided radial coronary intervention
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital
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Dr Stephanie Blake
Dermatology
Advanced Dermatology and Laser125 Mount Pleasant St, Maitland NSW 2320(02) 4040 3180 · WebsiteAlso: Nova Dermatology, Broadmeadow · (02) 4033 1510
Interests: Early skin cancer detection; Eczema; Psoriasis; Paediatric dermatology; Skin cancer; Inflammatory disorders
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Practice states access suits all levels of mobility; one disabled parking spot
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Associate Professor Alison Blatt
Urology
Urology Care NewcastleGlebe Road Clinic, 585 Glebe Road, Adamstown NSW 228902 4062 8860 · Fax 02 4062 8878 · Website
Interests: Urological cancer; Kidney stones; Incontinence
Practice states patients are welcome to bring a support person to appointments
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Dr Andrew Bleasel
Neurology
Hunter Neurology6/23 Mitchell Drive, East Maitland NSW 2323Website
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bloom hearing specialists (Wallsend)
Audiology
bloom hearing specialistsLaverty Pathology, 155 Nelson Street, Wallsend NSW 2287 (also Kotara, Charlestown and Cessnock)02 4965 5566 · Website
Interests: Hearing clinic (national chain)
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Body Concepts Exercise Physiology (ATUNE Health Centres)
Exercise Physiology
ATUNE Health CentresCardiff (street address not on page)02 4954 4511 · Website
Interests: Injury and chronic disease; Osteoporosis program; Diabetes program; Group exercise; Home visits (Lake Macquarie and Newcastle)
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Dr Angela Boulton
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Dr Angela Boulton (rooms shared with Dr Steve Raymond)Suite 1/25 Morehead St, Lambton NSW 229902 4957 3899 · Website
Interests: Endometriosis (particular focus); Advanced laparoscopic surgery for complex benign gynaecology; Fibroids and myomectomy; Ovarian cysts; Colposcopy; Prolapse; Gynaecological ultrasound
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Prof Andrew Boyle
Cardiology
Lingard Private Hospital23 Merewether Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4047 2759 · Fax 02 4963 4781
Interests: Left ventricular remodelling; Cardiac fibrosis and regeneration research
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital (research)
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Dr Stephen Brienesse
Cardiology
Barlow CardiologySuite 9, 20 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305
Interests: Atrial fibrillation; Cardiac physiologic pacing; Medical education
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Maitland Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
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Brightwell Health – Women's Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
Brightwell HealthSuite 1, 710 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW 230002 4092 8000 · Fax 02 4092 8001 · Website
Interests: Pelvic floor physiotherapy; Pregnancy and postnatal physiotherapy; Prolapse and pessary; Bladder and bowel; Incontinence; Pelvic pain; Return to exercise after pregnancy; Post-operative care; Pilates
Acknowledgement of Country (Awabakal and Worimi)Aboriginal flag and progress pride flag displayed on siteFemale physiotherapists (Laura Coventry, Rebecca Martin) listed
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Marnie Britton
Psychology
Tundra PsychologyEvolve Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub, 54 Ridley Street, Charlestown NSW 2290(02) 4075 7690
Interests: Autism and ADHD assessment; Gender-affirming care assessments; LGBTQ+; Trauma-informed therapy; EMDR, DBT, schema therapy
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: 16 and over
Neuroaffirming (stated)Gender-affirming (stated)Welcomes people from all backgrounds, identities and neurotypes (stated)
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Dr Oliver Brown
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Suite 1.1, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4965 5491 · Website
Interests: Obstetrics incl. high-risk; General gynaecology; Vaginal and abdominal surgery; Continence surgery (retropubic TVT); Mesh removal
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Dr Sabah Brown
Paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: Clinic-wide interests: ADHD, autism, FASD, tics and Tourette's, epilepsy (not assigned per doctor); ADHD assessment (paediatrician-led pathway); Oversight of psychology-led autism assessments
Telehealth · Ages: children and adolescents (autism assessment approx 2.5-25) · Wait: Fees published: initial $650-750, review $320-400 (Medicare rebate applies); 50% deposit for new bookings
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Dr Michael Bull
Psychiatry
Ramsay Clinic Lakeside / Warners Bay Private Hospital02 4941 3779 · Fax 02 4941 3714 · Website
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Clinic Lakeside
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Dr Tanya Burgess
Orthopaedics (hand and upper limb)
Hunter Hand Surgery141 Brunker Rd, Adamstown NSW 228902 4920 6338 · Website
Interests: Hand and wrist surgery; Microsurgery
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Dr Kate Burston
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Newcastle Fertility Specialists (Genea Newcastle)193 Corlette St, The Junction NSW 229102 4908 6555 · Website
Practice website has dedicated 'LGBTQI+ Families' and 'Single Parents' pages
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Dr Keith Burton
Neurology
Hunter Neurology6/23 Mitchell Drive, East Maitland NSW 2323Website
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Dr Anne Capp
Radiation oncology
Calvary Mater Newcastle Radiation Oncology (listed on Canrefer)Level 2, Calvary Mater Newcastle, cnr Edith and Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 229802 4014 3125 · Fax 02 4014 3660
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, GenesisCare Newcastle (Lake Macquarie Private Hospital)
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Cardiff Podiatry Clinic
Podiatry
44 Thomas St, Cardiff NSW 228502 4954 8479 · Website
Interests: General podiatry; Diabetic foot management; Foot and ankle conditions; Orthotics; Nail surgery; Warts; Paediatric podiatry
NDIS · Medicare care plans · Ages: All ages
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Care Alliance Allied Health & Supports
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Care AllianceCnr Frederick & Pearson St, Charlestown NSW 22901300 206 309 · Website
Interests: Functional capacity assessments; Daily living skills; Assistive technology and home modification advice; Sensory, regulation and motor skills
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: All ages · Wait: Intake callback usually within one business day (as stated)
Practitioner profile states neuro-affirming approach
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Dr Patricia Caruana
Neurology
Mind-CareSky Central West, Level 3, 28-38 Smart Street, Charlestown NSW 2290Website
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CentreSteps Allied Health
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Unit 19, 48 Oakdale Road, Gateshead NSW 2290 (also 54 Ridley St, Charlestown)Website
Interests: Occupational therapy; Functional capacity assessments; Allied health assistance; Group workshops; DVA
NDIS · Ages: Children, teens and adults
Acknowledgement of Country (Awabakal)
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Dr Marisol Perez Cerdeira
General surgery
Newcastle Colorectal Surgery02 4956 3244 · Website
Interests: Upper GI surgery; General surgery
Telehealth
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Prof Bobby Chacko
Nephrology
The Clark Suites (same address as Hunter Kidney Clinic)Ground Floor, The Clark Suites, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4943 3122 (Lake Macquarie Private Hospital number listed on profile) · Website
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Dani Chandrasoma
Rheumatology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Inflammatory arthritis; Autoimmune rheumatological diseases
Telehealth
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Dr Paul Chee
Dermatology
Nova Dermatology221 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292(02) 4033 1510 · Fax 02 4033 1520 · WebsiteE-referral: Registered with Medical Objects and HealthLink (IDs not published)Also: Valentine Dermatology, Valentine · 02 4942 8002
Interests: General dermatology; Skin cancer management
Telehealth · Wait: Referrals triaged within 1-2 weeks; non-urgent visits can take up to 12 months (practice FAQ)
Practice states access suits all levels of mobility; one disabled parking spot
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Dr Michelle Chen
General surgery
Newcastle Colorectal Surgery02 4956 3244 · Website
Interests: Colorectal surgery
Telehealth · Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Aiden Cheung
Endocrinology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Diabetes technology; Endocrinology in pregnancy; Sex hormones and transgender health; Obesity management
Telehealth
Profile lists sex hormones and transgender health as an interest
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Dr Alvin Chew (Beng Lim Alvin Chew)
Neurology
Newcastle Brain CentreLevel 1, Suite 2, Lake Macquarie Private Specialist Centre, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4099 2520 · Fax 02 4099 2524
Interests: Stroke and TIA; General neurology; Stroke clinical trials
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Peter Choi
Nephrology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Genetic renal diseases; Nutrition in kidney disease; Home dialysis
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (Director of Nephrology)
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Dr Gracia Chong
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Hunter GynaecologyCharlestown (street address not published on site)02 4920 9544 · Website
Interests: Advanced endometriosis excision; Pelvic pain; Ovarian cysts; Gynaecological ultrasound incl. deep endometriosis imaging; Colposcopy
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital (robotic surgery)
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Dr Peter Chong
Urology
Lake Macquarie UrologyLevel 3, Suite 2, Sky Central East, 20 Smart Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4942 1217 · Fax 02 4920 8866 · Website
Interests: Kidney stones and endourology; Upper tract laparoscopy; Minimally invasive prostate cancer treatment; Kidney cancer; Lower urinary tract symptoms
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital, Warners Bay Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital
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Dr Geoffrey Collins
General surgery
Newcastle Colorectal Surgery02 4956 3244 · Website
Interests: Colorectal surgery
Telehealth
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Dr Nicholas Collins
Cardiology
Lingard Private Hospital23 Merewether Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4969 6799
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
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Community Therapy – Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology
Community TherapyMobile (Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Maitland/Hunter, Port Stephens)1300 031 935 · Website
Interests: Mobile EP for older adults and people with disability; Gym, pool and community sessions
NDIS · Ages: Adults (18+)
States programs suit people with psychosocial, learning and intellectual disabilities
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Community Therapy – Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Community TherapyMobile (Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter, Port Stephens)1300 031 935 · Website
Interests: Home modifications (scope of works, plans, quotes); Assistive technology prescription and trial; Aged care (home care packages, CHSP, short-term restorative care)
NDIS
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Community Therapy – Paediatric OT
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
Community TherapyMobile (Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Port Stephens)1300 031 935 · Website
Interests: Play skills; Motor skills; Self-care; Sensory regulation; Social skills; Functional capacity assessments
NDIS · Ages: 0–18
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Community Therapy – Paediatric Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Community TherapyMobile (Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Port Stephens)1300 031 935 · Website
Interests: Mobile paediatric speech pathology at home, school, preschool
NDIS · Ages: Children
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Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
Suite 18, Level 2, OTP House, 10 Bradford Close, Kotara NSW 2289(02) 4975 1311 · Fax 02 4046 6922 · WebsiteE-referral: Electronic referrals page on website
Interests: Bladder control (women and men); Bowel problems; Pelvic organ prolapse and pessary fitting; Antenatal and postpartum physiotherapy; Breastfeeding and mastitis; Pelvic pain (women and men); Menopause and pelvic floor; Prostate cancer recovery; Erectile dysfunction; Children's bedwetting, daytime wetting and bowel; Real-time ultrasound; Continence Aids Payment Scheme (CAPS)
Ages: Children, teenagers and adults
States it treats women, men, children and gender-diverse individualsDedicated LGBTQIA+ pageTrauma-informed care article featured
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Dr Heather Cooke
Cardiology
Rooms, Level C6, 291 King StreetLevel C6, Suite 1, 291 King Street, Newcastle NSW 2300
Interests: Cardiac imaging; Medical cardiology
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Cooper Allied Health
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Mobile (Newcastle)0429 822 809 · Website
Interests: Functional capacity assessments; Assistive technology prescription; Minor home modifications; Aged care home safety; Driving assessments (off-road and on-road)
NDIS
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Dr Shannon Cooper
General surgery
Newcastle SurgicalWebsite
Interests: Oncoplastic breast surgery; Melanoma and skin lesions; Gallbladder and hernia; Gastroscopy and colonoscopy
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital, Calvary Mater Newcastle, Belmont District Hospital
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Dr Daron Cope
ENT
Hunter ENTKonara, Suite 1, Level 3, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Fax 02 4965 5684 · Website
Interests: Functional nasal surgery
Languages: English, Afrikaans
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Dr Lucy Corke
Medical oncology
Newcastle Private Hospital Oncology Day Treatment (listed on Canrefer)Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4941 8424 · Fax 02 4952 7160
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Toby Corlette
ENT
Hunter ENTKonara, Suite 1, Level 3, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Fax 02 4965 5684 · Website
Interests: Rhinology (nose and sinuses); Ear surgery incl. cochlear implants; Skin cancers of face, head and neck
Ages: adults and children · Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital (VMO), Kurri Kurri Hospital
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Dr Lachlan Cornford
Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
Suite 3/2 Lingard St, Merewether NSW 229102 4047 1197 · Website
Interests: Anterior minimally invasive hip replacement; Partial and total knee replacement; Knee ligament reconstruction; Knee arthroscopy; Trauma
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Replenish Counselling
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
Lambton, Newcastle NSW (street address not published)0406 027 197 · Website
Interests: Interpersonal trauma; Grief and loss; Young people and parenting; Relationships and life transitions; First responders and front-line staff; Narrative, ACT, CFT and DBT; Victims Services counselling
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Dr Julia Crawford
ENT
Hunter ENTKonara, Suite 1, Level 3, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Fax 02 4965 5684 · Website
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Dr Paolo D'Ambrosio
Cardiology
Hunter HeartSuite 7, Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305
Interests: Ablation incl. pulsed field ablation for AF; Device implantation incl. conduction system pacing; Endurance exercise-related arrhythmias
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
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Dr Allan Davies
Cardiology
Lingard Private Hospital23 Merewether Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4969 6799
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
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Dr Peter Davies
Ophthalmology
Newcastle Eye Hospital / Hunter Eye Surgeons182 Christo Rd, Waratah NSW 229802 4967 6677 · Website
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Dr Ashmita Desai
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Arogya for WomenBrightwell Health, Suite 1, 710 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302; also Health HQ @ Oaks Resort, 265 Sandy Point Rd, Salamander Bay NSW 231702 4092 8000 · Fax 02 4092 8001 · Website
Interests: Endometriosis excision; Fibroids and ovarian cysts; Heavy or abnormal bleeding; Pelvic pain; Menopause and postmenopausal bleeding; Prolapse and incontinence; Colposcopy; Contraception
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Dr Arvind Deshpande
Vascular surgery
Interests: Varicose veins; Carotid surgery and stenting; Lower limb bypass; Aortic and peripheral aneurysms
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital
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Dr Akash Dhawan
Cardiology
Rooms, 6-8 Lingard StreetGround Floor, 6-8 Lingard Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4047 2759
Interests: Chronic heart failure; Ischaemic heart disease; Valvular heart disease; Preventive cardiology
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
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Action Diabetes
Credentialled Diabetes Educators
Newcastle Healthcare Building, Suite 2B, 282 Brunker Road, Adamstown NSW 2289 (also Nelson Bay and Cessnock)02 4981 5825 · Fax 02 4981 5822 · Website
Interests: Diabetes self-management education; Insulin initiation; Insulin pumps; CGM; Gestational diabetes; Pregnancy in diabetes; Type 1 and type 2; Home and nursing-home visits; Dietitian service
Medicare care plans
Wheelchair access (ADEA listing)
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Diabetes and Endocrinology Clinic (Kotara)
Credentialled Diabetes Educators
Diabetes and Endocrinology ClinicSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900
Interests: Diabetes self-management education; Insulin initiation; Insulin pumps and CGM technology; Gestational diabetes; Pregnancy in diabetes; Type 1 and type 2; Medicine review
Medicare care plans
Wheelchair access (ADEA listing)
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Peak Dietetics
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
58 Hanbury Street, Mayfield NSW 2304 (also Warners Bay, Medowie and Tenambit)1300 859 771 · Fax 02 8313 5736 · Website
Interests: Chronic condition management; Meal plans; Body composition analysis; Sports/fitness nutrition
Bulk billing (some) · Ages: All ages
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Designer Dietitian
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
221 Dungog Road, Martins Creek NSW 24200401 551 335 · Website
Bulk billing (some)
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Dr Patrick Diu
Cardiology
Dr Patrick Diu Cardiologist34 Chapman Street, Charlestown NSW 2290 (also East Maitland rooms per Healthdirect)02 4943 9964
Interests: Acute myocardial infarction; Heart failure; Congenital heart disease; Hypertension; Arrhythmias/heart block
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dizzy Clinics Australia – Newcastle
Physiotherapy
Dizzy Clinics AustraliaFamily Circle Medical Centre, 35 Gordon Ave, Hamilton NSW 23031300 349 997 · Website
Interests: BPPV; Vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis; Peripheral vestibular hypofunction; Vestibular migraine; PPPD; Meniere's disease; Post-concussion; Imbalance and dizziness
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Dr Terrence Doyle
Urology
Newcastle Urology26 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4957 8866 · Website
Interests: Prostate cancer (incl. prostate brachytherapy); Kidney stones; Voiding dysfunction
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Dr Brian Draganic
General surgery
Newcastle Colorectal Surgery02 4956 3244 · Website
Interests: Colorectal surgery
Telehealth
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Dr Angela Dunford
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Newcastle Fertility Specialists (Genea Newcastle)193 Corlette St, The Junction NSW 229102 4908 6555 · Website
Practice website has dedicated 'LGBTQI+ Families' and 'Single Parents' pages
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Dr Anthony Dunlop
Ophthalmology
Dr Anthony Dunlop (rooms)2/46 Hudson Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4962 4962 · Fax 02 4962 4966 · Website
Interests: Cataract; Glaucoma; Minor lid disorders; Medical retina and uveitis (fellowship)
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
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Dr Catherine Dunlop
Ophthalmology
Dr Catherine Dunlop (rooms)Hamilton (street address not published on hospital profile)02 4962 4962 · Fax 02 4962 4966 · Website
Interests: Strabismus (Jampolsky Fellowship)
Hospitals: Hunter Valley Private Hospital
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Dr Katherine Dutton
Rheumatology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: General rheumatology; Early arthritis; Rheumatoid arthritis; Lupus and connective tissue disease; Joint and soft-tissue injections; Joint aspiration
Telehealth · Ages: adults
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Dr Benjamin East
Orthopaedics (hand and upper limb) · Orthopaedics (shoulder)
Newcastle Shoulder Elbow & Hand SurgerySuite 1, 18 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4927 6888 · Fax 02 4927 6889 · Website
Interests: Shoulder and elbow; Nerve surgery; Elbow arthroscopy; Upper limb trauma; Shoulder replacement; Rotator cuff repair; Latarjet procedure; Complex trauma; Sports injuries
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital
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EDUCARE (child and adolescent psychiatry)
Child and adolescent psychiatry
EDUCARELevel 3, Sky Central West, 28-38 Smart St, Charlestown NSW 229002 4943 4444 · Website
Interests: ADHD diagnosis and treatment; Separate autism/ADHD/learning assessment service listed
Ages: children and adolescents · Wait: GP referral required; triaged against intake criteria
Practice states it is committed to embracing diversity, social inclusion and eliminating discrimination, welcoming Indigenous Australians, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability and culturally and linguistically diverse people
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EDUCARE (psychiatry service)
Psychiatry
EDUCARELevel 3, Sky Central West, 28-38 Smart St, Charlestown NSW 229002 4943 4444 · Website
Interests: ADHD diagnosis and treatment (all psychiatrists prescribe stimulants, per practice)
Ages: all ages · Wait: GP referral required; triaged against intake criteria
Practice states it is committed to embracing diversity, social inclusion and eliminating discrimination, welcoming Indigenous Australians, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability and culturally and linguistically diverse people
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Dr Georgia Edwards
Gastroenterology
Beechnut Medical Rooms55 Lindsay Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4910 0591
Interests: Inflammatory bowel disease incl. women's health in IBD; Luminal gastroenterology; IBS and functional dyspepsia
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
Profile lists women's health in inflammatory bowel disease as an interest
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Associate Professor Robert Eisenberg
ENT
Hunter ENTKonara, Suite 1, Level 3, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Fax 02 4965 5684 · Website
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Family Hearing Centre
Audiology
Level 1, 472 The Esplanade, Warners Bay NSW 22821300 767 561 · Website
Interests: Hearing clinic and hearing aids; DVA Veteran Card accepted
Bulk billing (some)
Hearing induction loop available (stated)
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Family Planning Australia – Hunter Clinic
Sexual health
Family Planning Australia384 Hunter Street, Newcastle NSW 23001300 372 372 · Fax 02 4926 2029 · Website
Interests: Contraception incl. IUD and implant insertion; Pregnancy options incl. medical and surgical abortion; STI testing and management; Menopause
Bulk billing (some)
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Dr Michael Fay
Radiation oncology
Calvary Mater Newcastle Radiation Oncology (listed on Canrefer)Level 2, Calvary Mater Newcastle, cnr Edith and Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 229802 4014 3125 · Fax 02 4014 3660
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, GenesisCare Newcastle (Lake Macquarie Private Hospital)
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Associate Professor Richard Ferch
Neurosurgery
Dr Richard FerchSuite 14, 20 Smith Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4920 8114 · Website
Interests: Cranial surgery; Spinal surgery; Peripheral nerve surgery
Ages: adults and children · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (public outpatients), Newcastle Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
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Flow Neuro Allied Therapy
Physiotherapy
6/23 Mitchell Drive, East Maitland NSW 2323Website
Interests: Neurological conditions and physical disability (clinic and community); Vertigo and dizziness clinic
NDIS
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Forest for the Trees Perinatal Psychology
Psychology
Suite 16, 235 Darby Street, Cooks Hill NSW 23000474 251 669 · Website
Interests: Perinatal psychology; Pregnancy planning; Perinatal loss, stillbirth and miscarriage; Postnatal depression and anxiety; Birth trauma; Fathers' and paternal mental health
Telehealth · Ages: Adults (perinatal)
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Dr Robert Foster
Gastroenterology
Beechnut Medical Rooms55 Lindsay Street, Hamilton NSW 2303
Interests: Inflammatory bowel disease; Advanced endoscopy
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Ian Fowler
Psychiatry
Ramsay Clinic Lakeside / Warners Bay Private Hospital02 4941 3779 · Fax 02 4941 3714 · Website
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Clinic Lakeside
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Kristen Fraser
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
Kristen Fraser Counselling Newcastle8 Hudson Street (Offices on Hudson), Hamilton NSW 23030493 865 054 · Website
Interests: Trauma and PTSD; EMDR; Anxiety and depression; Burnout and stress; Grief and loss; Clinical supervision
Telehealth · Ages: Adults
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Dr Erin Fuller
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Newcastle Fertility Specialists (Genea Newcastle)193 Corlette St, The Junction NSW 229102 4908 6555 · Website
Interests: Male and female infertility; PCOS; IVF; Fertility preservation and egg freezing; Endometriosis incl. laparoscopic surgery; Donor sperm; Recurrent implantation failure; Preconception care
Practice website has dedicated 'LGBTQI+ Families' and 'Single Parents' pages
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GenesisCare Newcastle (Lake Macquarie)
Radiation oncology
GenesisCareLake Macquarie Private Hospital, 36 Pacific Highway, Gateshead NSW 229002 4918 4500 · Fax 02 4918 4510
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Hossein Ghazavi
ENT
Hunter ENTKonara, Suite 1, Level 3, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Fax 02 4965 5684 · Website
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Dr Finn Ghent
Neurosurgery
Suite 6, Ground Floor, Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4088 8300 · Website
Interests: Cerebrovascular surgery; Skull base surgery
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr David Gill
Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
57 Lindsay Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4969 4033 · Website
Interests: Hip, knee and shoulder arthroscopy and joint replacement; Sports injuries; Major trauma
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (Head of Orthopaedics, VMO)
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Dr Alastair Gittos
Ophthalmology
Newcastle Eye Centre47 Bolton St, Newcastle NSW 230002 4929 5969 · Website
Interests: Oculoplastic surgery; Ocular oncology; Cataract surgery; Glaucoma; Pterygium; Ocular surface tumours; Eyelid reconstruction; Tear drainage problems
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, East Maitland/Maitland Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital (public consulting), Kurri Kurri Hospital (public operating)
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Dr Robbie Glanfield
Orthopaedics (foot and ankle)
Newcastle Orthopaedics (Charlestown)52 Smith Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4942 1688 · Website
Interests: Foot and ankle; General orthopaedic trauma
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Glow Wellness and Nutrition
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
Vital Signs Medical Centre, 213 High Street, Maitland NSW 23200429 940 436 · Website
Interests: DVA Veteran Card accepted
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Dr Malcolm Godfrey
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Ground Floor, Suite 4, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4957 1733 · Fax 02 4957 3907 · Website
Interests: Obstetrics; Fertility (with Hunter IVF); Gynaecology from fertility to menopause; Menstrual problems; Pelvic pain
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Grant Lyall Psychology Services
Psychology
74 Brisbane Street, East Maitland NSW 23230448 781 393 · Website
Interests: Autism assessment; ADHD assessment; Learning profiles; Developmental assessment; Parent, carer and educator training; Behaviour and emotional regulation; WorkCover/SIRA
Ages: Children, adolescents and adults
Wheelchair access (disability-compliant doors, ramps and toilets stated)
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Dr Judith Greenland
Psychiatry · Perinatal psychiatry
Ramsay Clinic Lakeside / Warners Bay Private Hospital02 4941 3779 · Fax 02 4941 3714 · Website
Interests: Acute and rehabilitation psychiatry; Mood, anxiety and psychotic disorders; Perinatal psychiatry; Functional neurological symptoms; Older persons' mental health; Mood and anxiety disorders; Consultation-liaison psychiatry
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Clinic Lakeside
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Dr Robert Griffits
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmic AssociatesShop 6, Bayway Centre, 34 John St, Warners Bay NSW 2282 (mainly); also East Maitland02 4003 4881 · Fax 02 8287 4778 · Website
Interests: In-rooms oculoplastic procedures
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (VMO), Kurri Kurri District Hospital, Charlestown Private Hospital
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Growing Kids Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
Growing Kids OTMobile, based Caves Beach NSW0466 770 627 · Website
Interests: Sensory processing; Emotional regulation; Challenging behaviours; Neurodivergence (autism, ADHD); Trauma; Parent coaching; School visits
Telehealth · NDIS · Medicare care plans · Ages: 2–12 · Wait: Waiting list for new referrals (as stated)
Site metadata describes neuro-affirming approach
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Guided Nutrition & Dietetics
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
River View Ridge, Dawson Road, Raymond Terrace NSW 23240412 058 320 · Fax 02 4987 2946
Interests: Diabetes; Weight management; High cholesterol; IBS; Food allergies and intolerances; Coeliac disease; Supermarket tours
Bulk billing (some)
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Dr Shahzad Gul
Geriatric medicine
Maitland Private HospitalMaitland Private Hospital, East Maitland NSW 232302 4937 9558 · Fax 02 4937 9560
Interests: Healthy ageing; Dementia and delirium; Falls and frailty; Polypharmacy; Parkinson disease; Osteoporosis; Perioperative care
Ages: older adults · Hospitals: Maitland Hospital, John Hunter Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital
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Dr Roshan Gunathilake
Geriatric medicine
Rooms, Lake Macquarie Private Specialist CentreLevel 1, Suite 12, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 2290
Interests: Acute care of older people; Cognitive disorders; Falls; Perioperative medicine
Ages: older adults · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Anthony Hall
Ophthalmology
Hunter Eye Surgeons182 Christo Rd, Waratah NSW 2298 (also Belmont and East Maitland)02 4967 6677 · Website
Interests: Retinal detachment; OCT imaging; Laser eye surgery (LASIK/PRK/LASEK)
Languages: English
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Dr Samuel Hall
Neurosurgery
Samuel Hall NeurosurgerySuite 2, Cambridge Building, Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4086 8996 · Fax 02 4086 8997 · Website
Interests: Complex and minimally invasive spine surgery; Brain and skull base tumours; Aneurysms, AVMs, cavernomas, Moyamoya; Hydrocephalus; Trigeminal neuralgia; Neuroendoscopy
Ages: adults and children · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, John Hunter Children's Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital
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A/Prof Magnus Halland
Gastroenterology
Newcastle GastroenterologySuite 6, 3 Hopetoun Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4940 6714
Interests: Endoscopic and physiological assessment of luminal gut disorders
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown, Warners Bay Private Hospital
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Dr Marcus McKenzie Handmer
Urology
Urology Surgery42 Smith St, Charlestown NSW 229002 4001 0147 · Fax 02 4913 5363 · Website
Interests: Robotic radical prostatectomy and cystectomy; Partial nephrectomy; Kidney stones; Male voiding dysfunction; General urology
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Associate Professor Mitchell Hansen
Neurosurgery
Newcastle Brain and SpineSuite 2, Cambridge Building, Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4956 3440 · Website
Interests: Brain tumours, hydrocephalus and shunts; Disc protrusion and spinal stenosis; Peripheral nerve surgery; Paediatric neurosurgery
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital (Director of Neurosurgery), John Hunter Hospital
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Dr Rakel Hansen
Paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: Clinic-wide interests: ADHD, autism, FASD, tics and Tourette's, epilepsy (not assigned per doctor); ADHD assessment (paediatrician-led pathway); Oversight of psychology-led autism assessments
Telehealth · Ages: children and adolescents (autism assessment approx 2.5-25) · Wait: Fees published: initial $650-750, review $320-400 (Medicare rebate applies); 50% deposit for new bookings
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Dr Richard Harbury
Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
Newcastle Orthopaedics (Maitland)104 George St, East Maitland NSW 2323; also Suite 3, 20 Smith St, Charlestown02 4934 6600 · Website
Interests: Knee replacement; Knee arthroscopy and sports medicine; Hip replacement; Ligament reconstruction; Tibial osteotomy
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Harrison Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Newcastle (street address not on page)(02) 4953 6128 · Website
Interests: Hanen program; PROMPT; Dyslexia; Autism; Dyspraxia; Swallowing therapy; Post-stroke aphasia and dysphagia
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Harrison Speech Pathology – Adults
Speech Pathology (adult)
Harrison Speech PathologyNewcastle (street address not on page)(02) 4953 6128 · Website
Interests: Post-stroke speech therapy; Aphasia; Dysphagia
Ages: Adults and children
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Dr Rachael Hatton
Cardiology
Newcastle Adult & Paediatric Heart Centre16 Grainger Street, Lambton NSW 229902 4962 1811 · Website
Interests: Coronary angiography and PCI; Complex structural interventions; Congenital heart disease; Exercise stress testing
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Humam Hazim
Nephrology
Rooms at Hunter Diabetes CentreLevel 1, 41 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291Also: Hunter Diabetes Centre, Merewether · 02 4943 3122 (Lake Macquarie Private Hospital number listed on profile; no rooms number published)
Interests: Chronic kidney disease; Acute kidney injury; Glomerulonephritis; Diabetic kidney disease; Kidney transplant medicine; Hypertension; Kidney stone prevention; Chronic Kidney Disease; Acute Kidney Injury; Diabetic Kidney Disease; Kidney Stones Prevention
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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HB Rehab
Occupational Therapy (adult)
147 Nelson Street, Wallsend NSW 2287(02) 4946 4946 · Website
Interests: Adult and paediatric OT; Physiotherapy at home, community or workplace
NDIS · Ages: Children, adults and older people
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Ethos Health
Exercise Physiology
Wickham (street address not on EP page)02 4962 8700 · Website
Interests: Chronic disease (cardiovascular, diabetes, lung disease, osteoporosis, cancer); Injury recovery and neurological disorders; Weight management; Falls prevention; Pregnancy; C-Fit cancer exercise class; Joint-Fit osteoarthritis class
Telehealth · Medicare care plans · Ages: Adults
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Dr Andrew Hedges
Obstetrics and gynaecology
IVFAustralia Hunter (Hunter IVF)Suite G1, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 3800 · Website
Interests: PCOS and hormonal disorders; Endometriosis incl. advanced laparoscopic surgery; Implantation failure and pregnancy loss; Pelvic floor and reconstructive surgery
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Dr Jorgen Hellman
Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
Broadmeadow; also Williamtown and Nelson Bay (street addresses not published on home page)02 4969 8275 · Website
Interests: Knee replacement; Hip replacement; ACL reconstruction
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
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Hello Rainbow – Speech Therapy
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Hello Rainbow278 Main Rd, Fennell Bay NSW(02) 4067 2373 · Website
Interests: Early intervention; Play-based, child-led therapy; Home and educational settings
Ages: Children
States neurodiversity-affirming practice
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Dr Matthew Holland
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Suites G5-G6, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 7409 · Fax 02 4965 5270 · Website
Interests: Obstetric care; Fertility testing, IVF, egg and sperm freezing; Contraception; Cervical screening; Gynaecological surgery
Wait: Practice states obstetric bookings are capped per month; book early · Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital (births), Genea Newcastle / Lingard Private Hospital (fertility procedures)
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Dr Eugene Hollenbach
Ophthalmology
Newcastle Eye Centre47 Bolton St, Newcastle NSW 2300 (also Maitland, Nelson Bay, Raymond Terrace)02 4929 5969 · Website
Interests: Refractive cataract surgery and multifocal lens implants; Oculoplastic, lacrimal and orbital surgery; Medical retina, diabetic eye disease, macular degeneration; Neuro-ophthalmology clinic; Dry eye clinic; Vitreoretinal surgery
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital
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Dr Alex Holmes
Haematology
Calvary Mater Newcastle (listed on Canrefer)Calvary Mater Newcastle, cnr Edith and Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 229802 4921 1211
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Merran Holmes
General surgery
Newcastle Colorectal Surgery02 4956 3244 · Website
Interests: Colorectal surgery
Telehealth
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Dr Rosie Hoswell
Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
The Orthopaedic ClinicLevel 7, 291 King Street, Newcastle NSW 230002 4047 2347 · Website
Interests: Hip and knee replacement; General orthopaedic trauma
Hospitals: King Street Private Hospital
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Dr Johnson Huang
ENT
Hunter ENTKonara, Suite 1, Level 3, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Fax 02 4965 5684 · Website
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Hunter Allied Care
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
44 Hudson Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4940 0730 · Fax 02 4969 8966 · Website
Bulk billing (some)
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Hunter Children's Clinics (ADHD and autism assessment)
Developmental paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: ADHD assessment: paediatrician-led, nurse practitioner-led or psychology-based pathways; Autism assessment (psychology-led, MIGDAS-2, paediatrician oversight); FASD, tics and Tourette's, epilepsy
Telehealth · Ages: autism assessment approx 2.5-25 · Wait: Autism report aimed within 10 business days of final session; Fees published: initial $650-750, review $320-400 (Medicare rebate applies); 50% deposit for new bookings
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Hunter Children's Clinics – Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291 (also 93A Young St, Carrington)02 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: Receptive and expressive language; Speech sounds; Stuttering; Late talkers; Developmental language disorder; Literacy foundations
NDIS · Ages: Children and young people
States safe and welcoming space for Indigenous Australians and people who identify as LGBTQIA+Acknowledgement of Awabakal people
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Hunter Children's Psychology
Psychology
Suite A, Level 1, 118 Belford Street, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4955 6179 · Website
Interests: Child psychological assessment; ADHD assessment; Autism assessment; Specific learning disorders; Intellectual disability assessment; Behaviour disorders; Family Court reports
Ages: Children up to 16 years
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Hunter Clinical Services
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
49A Railway Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4072 1449 · Website
Interests: Eating disorders; Paediatrics; NDIS
NDIS
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Hunter Coast Therapy
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
6/10 William St, Adamstown NSW 228902 4072 1403 · Website
Interests: Paediatric OT; Speech pathology; Physiotherapy; Clinic, school, home or telehealth
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Children
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Hunter Coast Therapy – Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Hunter Coast Therapy6/10 William St, Adamstown NSW 228902 4072 1403 · Website
Interests: Late talkers; Speech sound disorders; Stuttering; Autism communication support; Literacy; School readiness; Voice; Parent training
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Children
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Hunter Diabetes Centre
Credentialled Diabetes Educators
Level 1, 41 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4963 2323 · Fax 02 4963 2303 · Website
Interests: Diabetes self-management education; Insulin initiation; Insulin pumps and CGM; Type 1 and type 2; Pregnancy in diabetes; Pre-diabetes; Monthly type 1 support group; Endocrinology and dietetics on site
Medicare care plans
Wheelchair access via lift (stated)
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Hunter Dietetics (Belmont)
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
Hunter Dietetics39 Herbert Street, Belmont NSW 228002 4946 1115 · Website
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Hunter Kidney Clinic
Nephrology
6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4942 2558 · Fax 02 4942 2899
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Dr Naomi Hunter
Vascular surgery
Hunter Vein Clinic (at Vascular One rooms)East Maitland02 4933 0431 · Fax 02 4920 6476 · Website
Interests: Phlebology (vein treatment)
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Hunter Pain Specialists
Pain medicine
91-93 Chatham Street, Broadmeadow NSW 2292Website
Interests: Interventional pain procedures and nerve blocks; Spinal cord stimulation; Neuropathic pain; Fibromyalgia; Workplace injury pain; Cancer-related pain; Migraine and headache
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Hunter Pelvic Clinic
Physiotherapy · Continence Nurses/Advisers
314 High St, Maitland NSW 232002 4933 2733 · Website
Interests: Women's health; Men's health incl. prostatectomy prehab/rehab and erectile dysfunction; Paediatric incontinence, bowel management and bedwetting; Pessaries; Toilet training; NDIS continence assessment; Group classes (reformer, mum and bub Pilates); Bladder and bowel; Bedwetting; Pelvic floor; Real-time ultrasound
NDIS · Ages: Children and adults · Wait: Urgent pregnancy-related pelvic pain appointments within 72 hours (as stated)
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Hunter Rehabilitation and Health
Exercise Physiology
Unit 5/57 Crescent Road, Waratah NSW 2298 (also 4 Jacaranda Ave, Raymond Terrace)(02) 4016 4446 · Website
Interests: WorkCover, CTP and life insurance rehab; Pre-employment assessments; Musculoskeletal, psychological, cardiopulmonary, neurological and metabolic conditions; Mobile visits; Support at Home
Telehealth · NDIS · Medicare care plans
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Hunter Valley Eye Centre
Ophthalmology
213 High Street, Maitland NSW 2320
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Hunter Valley Paediatrics (practice)
Developmental paediatrics
Hunter Valley PaediatricsLevel 2, 182A Maitland Road, Mayfield NSW 2304; also Ground Level, Suite 2, 175 Chisholm Rd, East Maitland NSW 232302 4070 9200 · Fax 02 4070 9211 · Website
Interests: General paediatrics; Practice lists autism and ADHD behavioural assessments (not assigned per doctor)
Ages: newborns to adolescents
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Dr Damien Jackel
Endocrinology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Complex multimorbidity; Medication review; Perioperative medicine; Diabetes and metabolic health; Weight management
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital
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Dr Nicholas Jackson
Cardiology
Newcastle Private Hospital14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305
Interests: Complex arrhythmia management; Pacemaker/defibrillator implantation; Ablation
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital
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Dr Deepika Jadhav
Developmental paediatrics
IshanaEdgeworth (street address not on profile)02 4908 1213 · Website
Interests: Complex neurodevelopmental and behavioural problems: ADHD, autism, developmental delay (assessment service not explicitly stated); Asthma, allergies, epilepsy, failure to thrive
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Dr Wojt Janowski
Haematology
Newcastle Private Hospital (listed on Canrefer)Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Niall Jefferson
ENT
Ear Nose Throat Newcastle218 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown NSW 2290 (entry via Pearson St Mall)02 4955 8044 · Fax 02 4955 8055 · Website
Interests: Paediatric ENT; Paediatric tracheal reconstruction and complex airway surgery; Snoring and sleep-disordered breathing; Recurrent ear infections; Congenital neck masses; Complex Aerodigestive Clinic, John Hunter Children's Hospital
Ages: children · Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, John Hunter Children's Hospital
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Dr Scott Jones
Nephrology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Chronic kidney disease; Hypertension; Dialysis incl. home dialysis; Renal transplantation; Renal supportive care; Indigenous nephrology and health care access
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Profile lists Indigenous nephrology and health care access as an interest
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Dr Sneha Joshi
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Advanced Gynaecology and Endometriosis Care251 Newcastle Street, East Maitland NSW 2323; also Shop 114, Junction Village, 10-16 Kenrick St, The Junction NSW 229102 4936 6789 (East Maitland); 02 4965 4393 (The Junction) · Fax 02 4933 1161 · Website
Interests: Endometriosis (holistic and surgical); Minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery; Heavy bleeding; Pelvic pain; Fibroids; Prolapse; Urinary incontinence; Vulval conditions
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Dr Juliana Junger
Dermatology
Cygnet Dermatology287 Turton Road, New Lambton NSW 2305(02) 4913 5938 · Fax 02 4005 4115 · Website
Interests: Medical and surgical dermatology; Clinical trials
Ages: adults and children (practice) · Wait: Books closed to new patients; urgent referrals may be considered (practice site)
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Dr Tim Karbowiak
Orthopaedics (hand and upper limb)
Hand Surgery Centre, Newcastle Private HospitalNewcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4957 7900
Interests: Hand, wrist and thumb arthritis; Hand and wrist fractures (adults and children); Carpal tunnel and nerve problems; Dupuytren's disease; Wrist arthroscopy; Nerve and tendon injuries; Replantation and microsurgery
Ages: adults and children · Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital Hand Unit (public), Maitland Hospital (public)
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KAV Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (adult)
Adamstown Heights NSW (no street address)0424 117 230 · Website
Interests: Speech, language, voice and swallowing; Complex communication and swallowing needs
Telehealth · Ages: Children and adults
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Dr Stephen Kemp
Orthopaedics (hand and upper limb) · Orthopaedics (shoulder)
Newcastle Shoulder Elbow & Hand SurgerySuite 1, 18 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4927 6888 · Fax 02 4927 6889 · Website
Interests: Hand surgery; Microsurgery; Arthroscopic upper limb surgery; Open shoulder surgery; Shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand joint replacement; Arthroscopic and open shoulder surgery; Shoulder and elbow joint replacement
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Dr Steven Kent
Orthopaedics (foot and ankle)
Hunter Foot and AnkleLevel 1, Suite 10, 235 Darby Street, Cooks Hill NSW 230002 4911 2303 · Fax 02 4006 3081 · Website
Interests: Foot and ankle surgery; Fracture management; Foot and ankle sports injuries
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital (VMO)
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Dr Arshad Khan
Cardiology
Khan CardiologyFirst Floor, 43 Dickinson Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4056 1120 · Fax 02 4989 6460 · Website
Interests: Heart failure; Hypertension; Coronary disease prevention; Arrhythmias; Perioperative cardiovascular assessment; Cancer treatment-related cardiomyopathy
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital, Mayo Private Hospital
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Kids Physio Newcastle
Physiotherapy
Mobile and in-clinic (no street address published)0400 382 468 · Website
Interests: Babies and toddlers; Developmental coordination disorder; Hypermobility; Cerebral palsy; Autism; Developmental delay; Aquatic physiotherapy/hydrotherapy; Orthotics and equipment prescription
NDIS · Ages: 0–18
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Dr Stephen Knipe
Paediatrics
The Newcastle Paediatric ClinicSuite 2, Level 1, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 6599 · Fax 02 4952 6659 · Website
Interests: Neonatal and early childhood paediatrics; Runs a local Indigenous clinic
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital
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Dr Harvey Kok
Paediatrics
The Newcastle Paediatric Clinic (also consults at Hunter ENT, Konara)Suite 2, Level 1, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 6599 · Fax 02 4952 6659 · Website
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Professor Kelvin Kong
ENT
Hunter ENTKonara, Suite 1, Level 3, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Fax 02 4965 5684 · Website
Interests: Paediatric airway; Adult and paediatric cochlear implantation; Voice and swallow disorders; Head and neck cancer; Otology, rhinology, laryngology
Ages: adults and children · Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Anil Koshy
General surgery
Colorectal Surgeons NewcastleLambton NSW 2299 (street address not on page)Website
Interests: Keyhole and complex pelvic surgery incl. pelvic exenteration; Robotic surgery; Inflammatory bowel disease
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Dr Rajeswari Radha Krishnan
Geriatric medicine
Lake Macquarie Private Hospital Specialist Medical CentreSuite 7, Level 2, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4947 5397
Interests: Complex illness; Rehabilitation; Dementia
Ages: older adults · Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Hunter New England Health
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Dr Jai Kumar
Orthopaedics (shoulder) · Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
The Orthopaedic ClinicLevel 7, 291 King Street, Newcastle NSW 2300Website
Interests: Knee; Shoulder; Sports arthroscopy
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Dr Senthil Kumar
Vascular surgery
Vascular OneNewcastle and Lake Macquarie (clinic not specified)02 4039 8544 · Fax 02 4920 6476 · Website
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (consultant)
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Dr Robert Kuru
Orthopaedics (spine)
Mac Spine (Lake Macquarie Specialist Medical Centre)Lake Macquarie Specialist Medical Centre (street address not on hospital profile)02 4040 1139 · Website
Interests: Spinal surgery; Discectomy and decompression; Spinal trauma; Tumour resection; Adult and paediatric deformity
Ages: adults and children · Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Ann-Maree Kurzydlo
Dermatology
Nova Dermatology221 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292(02) 4033 1510 · Fax 02 4033 1520 · WebsiteE-referral: Registered with Medical Objects and HealthLink (IDs not published)Also: Valentine Dermatology, Valentine · 02 4942 8002
Interests: General dermatology; Cosmetic dermatology
Telehealth · Wait: Books closed
Practice states access suits all levels of mobility; one disabled parking spot
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Lake Mac Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (adult)
Mobile (home visits)0422 115 984 · Website
Interests: Acquired neurological communication difficulties; Swallowing difficulties; Home and residential aged care visits
Telehealth · NDIS · Medicare care plans · Ages: Adults
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Lake Macquarie Paediatrics
Paediatrics
Level 1, Suite 11, 472 The Esplanade, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4910 0805 · Fax 02 4910 0848 · Website
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Lake Macquarie Podiatry
Podiatry
30 Ernest Street, Belmont NSW 2280 (also Rathmines and Swansea)(02) 4945 2223 · Website
Interests: General foot care (corns, calluses, nails); Diabetes foot care; Children (flat feet, toe walking); Sports shoes; Heel pain; Foot injuries
Ages: All ages
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Dr Edwina Lamrock
Dermatology
Frontier Dermatology294 Charlestown Road, Charlestown NSW 2290(02) 4022 8739 · Fax (02) 4088 8086 · WebsiteE-referral: Medical Objects / HealthLink accepted (IDs not published)
Interests: Acne; Psoriasis; Skin cancer; Rosacea; Eczema; Vulval dermatology; Hyperhidrosis; Autoimmune connective tissue diseases; Oncodermatology
Wait: Closed to new general dermatology patients (March 2026); acne referrals accepted, routine acne wait over 6 months
Practice states onsite parking at the rear includes accessible spaces, with a drop-off bay at the front entrance
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Dr Lee Laycock
Rehabilitation medicine
Rehab Med (consulting at Wallsend)Hunter Valley Private Hospital, 20 Mawson Street, Shortland NSW 230702 4950 0600
Hospitals: Hunter Valley Private Hospital
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Dr Kuo Luong (KL) Lee
Ophthalmology
Ophthalmic Associates106 Victoria St, East Maitland NSW 2323; also Shop 6, Bayway Centre, 34 John St, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4003 4881 · Fax 02 8287 4778 · Website
Interests: Medical and surgical retinal disease; Cataract surgery; Retinal detachment; Macular holes and epiretinal membranes; Macular degeneration; Diabetic eye disease; Intravitreal injections; Pterygium
Wait: Practice states cataract/vitreoretinal procedures can be done within 1-2 weeks; urgent intravitreal injections usually same day as referral · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (VMO), Kurri Kurri District Hospital (VMO), Maitland Private Hospital, Charlestown Private Hospital
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Dr James (Jim) Leitch
Cardiology
Rooms, 7 Lookout Road7 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 3900 · Fax 02 4952 3053
Interests: Catheter ablation; Pacemaker and defibrillator implantation
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital
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LENA Medical Specialist (diabetes education)
Credentialled Diabetes Educators
LENA Medical Specialist10 Dianne Street, Elermore Vale NSW 22870461 562 706 · Website
Interests: Diabetes self-management; Gestational diabetes; Insulin initiation and pumps; Pre-diabetes; Group sessions; Online consultations; Mobile and school visits
Telehealth
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Prof Christopher Levi
Neurology
Newcastle Brain CentreLevel 1, Suite 2, Lake Macquarie Private Specialist Centre, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4099 2520 · Fax 02 4099 2524
Interests: Stroke clinical trials; Tele-stroke care; Sports concussion
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Local Hearing Aid Specialists
Audiology
Shop 4, 29 Dan Rees Street, Wallsend NSW 228702 4023 2055 · Fax 02 4023 2088 · Website
Interests: Hearing clinic and hearing aids
Bulk billing (some)
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Dr Brett Locker
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Hunter GynaecologyCharlestown (street address not published on site)02 4920 9544 · Website
Interests: Urogynaecology
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Dr Michael Lonergan
Paediatrics
The Newcastle Paediatric ClinicSuite 2, Level 1, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 6599 · Fax 02 4952 6659 · Website
Interests: Haematology and oncology training; Neonatal paediatrics
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, John Hunter Children's Hospital
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Lorn Surgery lactation service (Sally Richards and Rebecca King)
Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
Lorn Surgery15 Belmore Road, Lorn NSW 2320 (also 67 Bulwer Street, Maitland)02 4933 2622 · Fax 02 4933 1800 · Website
Interests: Painful nipples, sore breasts and mastitis; Supply concerns; Unsettled baby; Antenatal breastfeeding education; Clinic and home visits (Newcastle, East Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Lower Hunter)
Ages: Parents and infants
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Dr Glenn Lowe
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Dr Glenn Lowe Obstetrics & GynaecologySuite G1, 26 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4957 1733 · Fax 02 4957 3907
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Dr William Lumsdaine
Orthopaedics (hand and upper limb)
Hunter Hand Surgery141 Brunker Rd, Adamstown NSW 228902 4920 6338 · Website
Interests: Hand and wrist surgery; Microsurgery
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Dr Judy Luu
Endocrinology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Diabetes; Metabolic bone disorders; Transgender health; General endocrinology
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Profile lists transgender health as an interest
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Dr James Lynam
Medical oncology
Calvary Mater Newcastle (listed on Canrefer)Calvary Mater Newcastle, cnr Edith and Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 229802 4014 3190
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Faye Lynch
Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
Faye Lynch LactationHome and online consultations; service area Charlestown, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland0401 359 152 · Website
Interests: Antenatal breastfeeding education; Postnatal breastfeeding support; Latching; Sore nipples; Mastitis; Tongue tie; Home visits
Telehealth · Ages: Parents and infants
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A/Prof Bruce MacKinnon
Nephrology
The Clark SuitesGround Floor, The Clark Suites, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 2290Also: The Clark Suites (same address as Hunter Kidney Clinic), Gateshead · 02 4943 3122 (Lake Macquarie Private Hospital number listed on profile)
Interests: Chronic kidney disease; Hypertension; Glomerulonephritis; Vasculitis; Cystic kidney disease; chronic kidney disease; hypertension; glomerulonephritis; vasculitis; cystic kidney disease
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Emma Maher
Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
Empowered Lactation with EmmaMount Hutton NSW (no street address published)Website
Interests: Breastfeeding education and support; Antenatal breastfeeding preparation (online); Tongue-tie information
Ages: Parents and infants
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Dr Gabor Major
Rheumatology
Rooms, New Lambton (street address not published in source)New Lambton NSW 2305
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Dr Rashi Malesu
Dermatology
Hunter Coast Dermatology & LaserLevel 3, 95 Pacific Highway, Charlestown NSW 2290(02) 4003 7693 · Fax (02) 4989 9764 · Website
Interests: Acne and acne scarring; Rosacea; Melasma and pigmentary disorders; Precancerous skin lesions; Hyperhidrosis; Cosmetic dermatology (injectables, laser rejuvenation); Skin cancer and melanoma management
Ages: adults (practice accepts referrals for new adult patients)
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Dr Girish Mallesara
Medical oncology
Calvary Mater Newcastle (listed on Canrefer)Calvary Mater Newcastle, cnr Edith and Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 229802 4014 3190
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Hiren Mandaliya
Medical oncology
Lake Macquarie Oncology (Ramsay Cancer Care Centre)Level 1, Suite 12, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4947 5762 · Fax 02 4947 5765
Interests: Gastrointestinal, gynaecological, genitourinary, lung, breast, melanoma, head and neck cancers; Research: lung cancer, mesothelioma, gynaecological and breast cancers
Languages: Gujarati, Hindi · Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Damian Mansour
Orthopaedics (shoulder)
Dr Damian Mansour / The Orthopaedic ClinicSuite 16, Level 1, Eastpoint Building, 50 Glebe Rd, The Junction NSW 2291; also 33 Stockton St, Nelson Bay NSW 231502 4047 2347 · Fax 02 4047 2340 · Website
Interests: Shoulder surgery; Elbow surgery; Knee surgery; Orthopaedic trauma; Arthroscopic sports surgery
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Dr Kristin Mansour
Paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: Clinic-wide interests: ADHD, autism, FASD, tics and Tourette's, epilepsy (not assigned per doctor); ADHD assessment (paediatrician-led pathway); Oversight of psychology-led autism assessments
Telehealth · Ages: children and adolescents (autism assessment approx 2.5-25) · Wait: Fees published: initial $650-750, review $320-400 (Medicare rebate applies); 50% deposit for new bookings
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Dr Ray Mariasoosai
Respiratory and sleep medicine
Newcastle Lung Group26 John Street, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4940 8000
Interests: Lung oncology; Sleep disorders; Complex ventilation in neuromuscular disease
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Calvary Mater Newcastle (lung oncology clinic), Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Warners Bay Private Hospital
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A/Prof Jarad Martin
Radiation oncology
Calvary Mater Newcastle Radiation Oncology (listed on Canrefer)Level 2, Calvary Mater Newcastle, cnr Edith and Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 229802 4014 3125 · Fax 02 4014 3660
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, GenesisCare Newcastle (Lake Macquarie Private Hospital)
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Dr Matthew Mason
Radiation oncology
GenesisCare Newcastle (listed on Canrefer)Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, 36 Pacific Highway, Gateshead NSW 229002 4918 4500 · Fax 02 4918 4510
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Josh McCarthy
Gastroenterology
Hunter Gastroenterology81 Chatham Street, Broadmeadow NSW 229102 4942 2111 · Website
Interests: Colorectal cancer screening; Advanced polyp resection; Endoscopy quality; IBD; Upper GI endoscopy and colonoscopy
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown, Port Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Brett McClelland
Orthopaedics (hand and upper limb)
Hunter Hand Surgery141 Brunker Rd, Adamstown NSW 228902 4920 6338 · Website
Interests: Hand and wrist surgery; Microsurgery
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Dr Ben McGrath
Orthopaedics (shoulder) · Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
The Orthopaedic ClinicLevel 7, 291 King Street, Newcastle NSW 230002 4047 2347 · Website
Interests: Shoulder and elbow reconstruction; Arthroscopic sports surgery; Joint preservation and realignment; Hip and knee replacement incl. revision; Trauma; Total hip and knee replacement; Revision joint replacement; Sports injuries
Hospitals: King Street Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital, Maitland Hospital, Cessnock Hospital, Singleton Hospital
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Dr Shaun McGrath
Endocrinology
Newcastle Endocrinology40 Griffiths Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4920 6745 · Fax 02 4920 8039 · Website
Interests: Member of HNE Thyroid Cancer MDT and John Hunter Endocrine Surgery MDT
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
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Dr Myvanwy McIlveen
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Newcastle Fertility Specialists (Genea Newcastle)193 Corlette St, The Junction NSW 229102 4908 6555 · Website
Interests: IVF and infertility; Preimplantation genetic diagnosis; PCOS; Male factor infertility; Recurrent implantation failure; Donor sperm; Egg freezing; Endometriosis; Ovarian insufficiency
Practice website has dedicated 'LGBTQI+ Families' and 'Single Parents' pages
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Dr Tanya McKenny
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Obstetrics NewcastleNewcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 6555 · Website
Interests: Pre-pregnancy counselling; Early pregnancy complications (hyperemesis, bleeding, miscarriage); Diagnostic ultrasound and fetal therapy; Complex medical disorders in pregnancy; Multiples, growth and genetic conditions; High-risk pregnancy
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital (staff specialist, maternal fetal medicine)
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Julianne McKie
Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
Lactation HavenCardiff South NSW 2285 (home visits Newcastle and Lake Macquarie)0412 204 005 · Website
Interests: Painful breastfeeding and latch; Low supply; Expressing; Bottle and mixed feeding; Tongue-tie feeding support; Mastitis; Antenatal preparation; Home visits
Telehealth · Ages: Parents and infants
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Dr Nicholas McLeod
Urology
Suite 11, 235 Darby Street, Cooks Hill NSW 230002 4957 3327 · Fax 02 4957 7391 · Website
Interests: Robotic (da Vinci) prostate cancer surgery; Laparoscopic and laser surgery; Minimally invasive urological cancer treatment; Kidney, bladder, adrenal and male reproductive surgery
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital, John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital
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Dr Odette McNeill
Immunology and allergy
Newcastle Allergy Immunology ServiceUnit 3, 7 Arnott Street, Edgeworth NSW 228502 4950 6842 · Fax 02 4950 6816 · Website
Ages: all (paediatric and adult)
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Dr Patrick McQuillan
General surgery
Hunter Weight Loss & Upper GIGround Floor, 37 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4062 8444 · Website
Interests: Sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, revisional bariatric surgery; Hiatus hernia and anti-reflux surgery; Achalasia; Oesophageal and gastric cancer; Interventional endoscopy
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Bryce Meads
Orthopaedics (hand and upper limb)
Hand Surgery CentreSuite 2.3-2.4, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4957 7900 · Website
Interests: Hand, wrist and thumb arthritis incl. joint replacement; Wrist arthroscopy and TFCC repair; Carpal, cubital and radial tunnel syndromes; Traumatic hand injuries incl. microvascular repair
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
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Med-Psych
Psychology
141 Gordon Avenue, Hamilton South NSW 230302 4989 6896 · Fax 02 4926 1445 · Website
Interests: ADHD and autism diagnostic assessment; Learning difficulties; Positive behaviour support; Psychological therapy; Gut-brain disorders clinic
NDIS · Ages: Children, teens and adults
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Dr Rahul Mehrotra
General surgery
Newcastle SurgicalWebsite
Interests: Colorectal surgery; Laparoscopic hernia repair; Gallbladder surgery; Skin cancer excision; Rapid-access colonoscopy
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital
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Dr Kathleen Melville
Haematology
Calvary Mater Newcastle (listed on Canrefer)Calvary Mater Newcastle, cnr Edith and Platt Streets, Waratah NSW 229802 4921 1211
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Eric Mills
Paediatrics
Hunter Valley PaediatricsLevel 2, 182A Maitland Road, Mayfield NSW 2304; also Ground Level, Suite 2, 175 Chisholm Rd, East Maitland NSW 232302 4070 9200 · Fax 02 4070 9211 · Website
Interests: General paediatrics; Practice lists autism and ADHD behavioural assessments (not assigned per doctor)
Ages: newborns to adolescents
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Dr Yezdi Mistry
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Suite 312, Level 3, Charlestown Healthcare Hub, 99 Pacific Highway, Charlestown NSW 229002 4062 7888 · Website
Interests: Skin cancer surgery (BCC, SCC, melanoma); Hand surgery incl. Dupuytren's; Post-weight-loss body contouring; Cosmetic breast and body surgery; Eyelid and ear surgery
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Dr Kirstin Miteff
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Aspire Plastic Surgery73 Glebe Road, The Junction NSW 229102 4963 1581 · Website
Interests: General plastic surgery; Breast reconstruction; Hand surgery; Cosmetic breast, body and facial surgery; Cleft and craniomaxillofacial surgery
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
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Dr Usama Mohamed
Respiratory and sleep medicine
LENA Medical Specialist10 Dianne Street, Elermore Vale NSW 2287
Interests: Asthma; COPD; Interstitial lung disease; Long COVID
Languages: Arabic
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Dr Nicholas Moncrieff
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Hunter Plastic SurgeryCharlestown (street address not on profile page)02 4920 7700 · Website
Interests: Breast reduction and lift; Breast augmentation; Abdominoplasty and body lift
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Dr Elodie Moreau
Paediatrics
Hunter Valley PaediatricsLevel 2, 182A Maitland Road, Mayfield NSW 2304; also Ground Level, Suite 2, 175 Chisholm Rd, East Maitland NSW 232302 4070 9200 · Fax 02 4070 9211 · Website
Interests: General paediatrics; Practice lists autism and ADHD behavioural assessments (not assigned per doctor)
Ages: newborns to adolescents
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Dr Gwilym Morris
Cardiology
Newcastle Adult & Paediatric Heart Centre / Cardiac Rhythm Clinic16 Grainger Street, Lambton NSW 229902 4962 1811 · Website
Interests: Atrial fibrillation; Sports cardiology; Pacemaker and defibrillator implantation; Pulsed field and cryoballoon ablation
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
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Dr Owen Morris
General surgery
Newcastle SurgicalWebsite
Interests: Oncoplastic breast surgery (cancer and benign); Immediate and delayed breast reconstruction; Risk-reducing surgery for gene carriers; Gastroscopy and colonoscopy
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Lingard Private Hospital
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Dr Stuart Murch
Cardiology
Hunter Cardiac Investigations324 Brunker Road, Adamstown NSW 228902 4952 7477 · Website
Interests: Echocardiography; Cardiac MRI; Transoesophageal echocardiography
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Dr Kirsten Murray
Endocrinology
Hunter EndocrinologyNewcastle Healthcare Building, Suite 2B, 282 Brunker Road, Adamstown NSW 228902 4935 9000 · Fax 02 4957 6964 · Website
Interests: Member of HNE Thyroid Cancer MDT and John Hunter Endocrine Surgery MDT
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital
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Myrtle Oak Clinic
Psychology
Level 2, 163 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4362 3443 · Fax 02 4362 2998 · Website
Interests: Eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, OSFED); Body image and body dysmorphic disorder; Muscle dysmorphia; Family-based treatment; Multidisciplinary with dietitians and mental health social workers
Telehealth · Ages: Children, adolescents, youth and adults
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Myrtle Oak Clinic & Optimum Intake Dietitians
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
Myrtle Oak ClinicLevel 2, 163 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4362 3443 · Fax 02 4362 2998 · Website
Interests: Eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, OSFED); Disordered eating; Body image; Multidisciplinary team (dietitians, clinical psychologists, mental health social workers); CBT-E and family-based treatment
Telehealth · Ages: Children, adolescents, youth and adults
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Myrtle Oak Clinic (mental health social workers)
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
Myrtle Oak ClinicLevel 2, 163 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4362 3443 · Website
Interests: Eating disorders; Body image; Family-based treatment
Telehealth · Ages: Children, adolescents, youth and adults
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Dr Kate Napthali
Gastroenterology
Beechnut Medical Rooms55 Lindsay Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4910 0591
Interests: IBD; Coeliac disease; IBS; GORD; Bowel cancer screening; Capsule endoscopy; Open access endoscopy
Languages: Malay, Indonesian · Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Denise Nesbitt
Obstetrics and gynaecology
IVFAustralia Hunter (Hunter IVF)The Heights Private Medical Centre, Suite 4/2 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 23051800 111 483 (new); 02 4957 8515 · Website
Interests: Fertility care continuing from conception to birth
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Neuro Alliance – Upper Limb Service
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Neuro Alliance1 Poynton Place, Thornton NSW 232202 4081 1899 · Website
Interests: Neurological upper limb rehab (stroke, ABI, SCI, MS, Parkinson's, CP, brachial plexus); Spasticity, dystonia, tremor; AAC lab
Ages: Paediatric and adult
Acknowledgement of Country (Wonnarua); Aboriginal flag displayed
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The Neuro Project
Physiotherapy
11-13 Clyde Street, Tighes Hill NSW 22970494 761 172 · Website
Interests: Parkinson's disease; Stroke; Multiple sclerosis; Cerebral palsy; Spinal cord injury; Traumatic brain injury; Motor neurone disease; Hereditary spastic paraplegia; Functional neurological disorder; Aquatic physiotherapy; Mobile physiotherapy
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Adults · Wait: Enquiry response within 2 business days (as stated); iCare clients also seen
Accessible clinic stated
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New Ability Health
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
Unit 2, 46 Hudson Street, Hamilton NSW 230302 4926 9813 · Fax 02 4006 3043 · Website
Interests: NDIS; DVA
NDIS · Medicare care plans
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Caremmunity Newcastle
Continence Nurses/Advisers
CaremmunityNewcastle NSW 2300 (home visits and telehealth)1300 182 273 · Website
Interests: Bladder and bowel; In-home and telehealth continence assessments; NDIS, Home Care Package, WorkCover and road trauma clients
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: 5 years and older
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Newcastle Foot and Ankle Clinic
Podiatry
14 Maude Street, Belmont NSW 2280 (also 2/20 Smith St Charlestown; 9/121 Lawes St East Maitland)1800 232 300 · Website
Interests: Diabetes foot care; Nail treatments; Children's assessments; Orthotics
NDIS
Ground-level entry (directory listing)
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Newcastle Hearing Centre for Children and Adults
Audiology
Suite 1, 67 William Street, Jesmond NSW 229902 4047 2111 · Fax 02 4955 8044 · Website
Interests: Paediatric audiology (from 8 months); Adult audiology assessment
Ages: 8 months and older
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Newcastle Integrated Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
2c/282 Brunker Rd, Adamstown NSW 228902 4957 2961 · Website
Interests: Bladder, bowel and pelvic floor; Women's health in pregnancy, post-natal and menopause; Vertigo and vestibular rehabilitation; Sports injury; Post-surgical rehab; Chronic pain
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Newcastle Mums and Bubs
Lactation Consultants (IBCLC)
Suite 2, 710 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW 230202 4089 3462 · Website
Interests: Breastfeeding support; Bottle-feeding support; Induced lactation; Infant sleep; Unsettled babies (NDC/Possums); Fourth-trimester group sessions
Ages: Parents and infants
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Newcastle Neuro Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (adult)
Newcastle NeuroCommunity-based (no clinic address)0467 093 613 · Website
Interests: Dysphagia; Mealtime management plans; Speech; Language; AAC; Voice
Ages: Adults
States it stands alongside LGBTIQA+ communities; 'Everyone is welcome'Acknowledgement of Awabakal people
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Newcastle Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Newcastle OTMobile (Newcastle and Hunter Valley)0412 273 526 · Website
Interests: Home modifications; Equipment prescription incl. complex wheelchairs; Home safety and falls prevention; Pressure care; Activities of daily living; Functional assessments; Manual handling
NDIS · Ages: Adults
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The Newcastle Paediatric Clinic
Paediatrics
Suite 2, Level 1, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 6599 · Fax 02 4952 6659 · Website
Interests: General paediatricians plus paediatric respiratory, endocrinology and surgery (per site); Team listed: Drs Fergus Elder, Stephen Knipe, Harvey Kok, Rajendra Kumar, Michael Lonergan, Kate Meredith, Alison Rowland, Andrew Walkom, Francois Abel, Alison Freeth, Alissa Tenney, Coen Butters, Brodie Hyde, Komal Vora
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Newcastle Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
Newcastle Paediatric OTBelmont North NSW 2280(02) 4940 6507 · Website
Interests: Muscle tone, joint stability and core strength; Motor coordination; Handwriting and grapho-motor skills; Neurodevelopmental areas; Sensory processing; Visual perception; Self-care skills
NDIS · Medicare care plans · Ages: 0–18
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Newcastle Performance Physio
Physiotherapy
1/184 Parry St, Newcastle West NSW 230202 4009 1580 · Website
Interests: BPPV; Vestibular neuritis/labyrinthitis; Vestibular migraine; Post-concussion; PPPD; Meniere's disease; ACL and sports rehab; Running programming; Female strength training
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Newcastle Perinatal Place
Psychology
1A Chapman Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4959 7701 · Fax 02 8313 5749 · Website
Interests: Perinatal depression and anxiety; Fertility and preconception; High-risk pregnancy; Perinatal loss, stillbirth and neonatal death; Birth trauma; Parent-infant attachment; Circle of Security Parenting; EMDR
Ages: Adults (perinatal), parents and infants
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Newcastle Podiatry (Newcastle Family Sports Podiatry)
Podiatry
Newcastle Podiatry02 4961 4411 · Website
Interests: Children's and adult biomechanics; Sports injuries (certified sports podiatrist on staff); Gait analysis; Orthotics; Shockwave therapy; Diabetes management; Nail surgery; Wart therapy
Ages: Children and adults
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Newcastle Private Hospital Oncology Day Treatment
Medical oncology
Newcastle Private HospitalNewcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4941 8424 · Fax 02 4952 7160
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Newcastle Speech Pathology – Adults
Speech Pathology (adult)
Newcastle Speech Pathology1/95 Union Street, Cooks Hill NSW (also 19 Victoria St, Kurri Kurri)(02) 4948 9800 · Website
Interests: Stroke and brain injury (speech, language, swallowing); Dysphagia incl. aged care and post-surgery; Adult speech clarity
NDIS · Ages: Adults incl. aged care
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Newcastle Speech Pathology – Children
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Newcastle Speech Pathology1/95 Union Street, Cooks Hill NSW (also 19 Victoria St, Kurri Kurri)(02) 4948 9800 · Website
Interests: Late talkers and language delay; Speech sounds; Reading and literacy; Autism communication support
NDIS · Ages: All ages
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Dr Kosta Nikoletatos
Cardiology
Kotara Heart Clinic6/70 Northcott Drive, Kotara NSW 228902 4956 1164
Interests: Interventional cardiology
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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The Nourish Club
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
Level 2, Unit 4, 363 Hillsborough Road, Warners Bay NSW 22820493 065 417 · Website
Interests: Eating disorders; Mental health nutrition; Neurodivergent nutrition support
Telehealth
Describes itself as an inclusive service for neurodivergent nutrition support (stated)
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A/Prof Peter O'Brien
Radiation oncology
GenesisCare Newcastle (listed on Canrefer)Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, 36 Pacific Highway, Gateshead NSW 229002 4918 4500 · Fax 02 4918 4510
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Conjoint Associate Professor Christine O'Neill
General surgery
Surgery CentralTop Floor, Lake Macquarie Specialist Centre, 8 Sydney St, Gateshead NSW 229002 4947 8177 · Website
Interests: Thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal surgery; Breast cancer and benign breast disease; Hernia and gallbladder
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Belmont Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital, Calvary Mater Newcastle
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Dr James O'Sullivan
Orthopaedics (foot and ankle)
Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305
Interests: Diabetic foot; Bone and joint deformity; Trauma; Minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery; Arthroscopic ankle fusion; Total ankle replacement
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Daniel Oliver
Gastroenterology
Advanced Care Specialist Centre27 Veronica Street, Cardiff NSW 2285
Interests: IBD; Colorectal cancer screening; Barrett's oesophagus surveillance; Liver disease (hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver); IBS and gut-brain disorders; GI bleeding
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown
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On Point Diabetes
Credentialled Diabetes Educators
1 Taylor Avenue, Thornton NSW 23220419 109 121 · Website
Interests: Type 1, type 2 and prediabetes; FreeStyle Libre, insulin pumps and CGM education; Works with GPs and allied health
Bulk billing (some)
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Optimum Intake Dietitians (Merewether)
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
Optimum Intake DietitiansHunter Children's Clinic, 25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4011 5938 · Website
Interests: Clinic sessions at Hunter Children's Clinic (Thursdays)
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Dr Nicole Organ
Vascular surgery
Vascular OneGateshead and Merewether clinics (street addresses not on profile)02 4946 2310 · Fax 02 4920 6476 · Website
Interests: Open and endovascular management of vascular disease; Carotid endarterectomy (research)
Hospitals: Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
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Maree OT
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
Maree OT ServicesMobile (home, school, preschool)Website
Interests: Mobile paediatric OT for daily activities; Once-off assessments; 10-week therapy blocks
NDIS · Ages: Children
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The OT Wellness Group
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Suite 211, 99 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown NSW (by appointment)1800 402 124 · Website
Interests: NDIS functional capacity assessments; OT driving assessments; Wheelchair/scooter/assistive technology assessments; SIL, SDA and ILO assessments; Home modifications (Category A, B, C)
Telehealth
States anti-oppressive and neuro-affirming principlesAcknowledgement of Traditional Custodians
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Dr Nidhi Panicker
Paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: Clinic-wide interests: ADHD, autism, FASD, tics and Tourette's, epilepsy (not assigned per doctor); ADHD assessment (paediatrician-led pathway); Oversight of psychology-led autism assessments
Telehealth · Ages: children and adolescents (autism assessment approx 2.5-25) · Wait: Fees published: initial $650-750, review $320-400 (Medicare rebate applies); 50% deposit for new bookings
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Dr Monique Parkin
ENT
Dr Monique Parkin (consults at The Junction)The Junction (street address not published on hospital profiles)02 4962 1220 · Website
Interests: Paediatric ENT; Adult nasal and sinus conditions; Snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea; Rhinoplasty
Hospitals: Hunter Valley Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital
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Dr Robert Parry
Paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: Clinic-wide interests: ADHD, autism, FASD, tics and Tourette's, epilepsy (not assigned per doctor); ADHD assessment (paediatrician-led pathway); Oversight of psychology-led autism assessments
Telehealth · Ages: children and adolescents (autism assessment approx 2.5-25) · Wait: Fees published: initial $650-750, review $320-400 (Medicare rebate applies); 50% deposit for new bookings
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Prof Mark Parsons
Neurology
Newcastle Brain CentreLevel 1, Suite 2, Lake Macquarie Private Specialist Centre, 6-8 Sydney Street, Gateshead NSW 229002 4099 2520 · Fax 02 4099 2524
Interests: Stroke medicine; General neurology (all neurological conditions)
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Liverpool Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
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Dr Robin Paterson
Medical oncology
Newcastle Private Hospital Oncology Day Treatment (listed on Canrefer)Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4941 8424 · Fax 02 4952 7160
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Peak Physio (Newcastle West)
Physiotherapy
Peak Physio2/826 Hunter St, Newcastle West NSW 2302(02) 4940 0401 · Website
Interests: Vestibular physiotherapy; Neurological physiotherapy (stroke, MS, Parkinson's, ABI, SCI, neuropathy); Paediatric physiotherapy; Women's health (pregnancy, postnatal, incontinence, prolapse, sexual pain, mastitis, menopause); Running and gait analysis; Concussion management; Falls clinic; Mobile and online physiotherapy; Pre-pointe assessments
Telehealth · NDIS · Medicare care plans
Mobile in-home physio stated for people with mobility or access challenges
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Kelly Penniment-Saich
Psychology
Minds of Colour PsychologyTelehealth only (Newcastle NSW 2287 based)Website
Interests: Autism and ADHD assessment (12+ and adults); Neurodivergence; Adolescents; Anxiety; Trauma; LGBTIQ issues; Grief and loss
Telehealth · Ages: Children, teens and adults (assessments 12+)
Neuro-affirming (stated)Gender-affirming (stated)LGBTIQ people listed as patient focusAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people listed as patient focus
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Dr Minas Petrelis
Orthopaedics (shoulder)
Newcastle Orthopaedics (Charlestown)52 Smith Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4942 1688 · Website
Interests: Shoulder surgery; Elbow; Upper limb trauma
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Belmont District Hospital (public clinic)
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Dr Stephen Philcox
Gastroenterology
Hunter Gastroenterology81 Chatham Street, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4942 2111 · Fax 02 4943 5903 · Website
Interests: Member, HNE Gastrointestinal Cancer MDT
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Hunter Valley Private Hospital
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Hunter Physio
Physiotherapy
55 Belford Street, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 3511 · Website
Interests: Sports physiotherapy; Running assessments; Sports orthotics; Post-op rehab; Kids physiotherapy; Pregnancy physiotherapy; Pilates; Exercise physiology
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Physio Inq – Adult Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (adult)
Physio InqMobile (home, work, community)1300 731 733 · Website
Interests: Communication after stroke or brain injury; Speech and voice changes with Parkinson's disease or MND; Swallowing and mealtime safety; Word-finding and conversation; Occupational voice strain
Telehealth · NDIS · Ages: Adults
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Physio Inq – Newcastle Paediatric Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
Physio InqMobile (home, school, daycare, community)1300 731 733 · Website
Interests: Gross motor delay; Coordination and balance; Toe walking; Cerebral palsy; Neuro physiotherapy (mobile)
Telehealth · NDIS · Wait: Aims to confirm appointments within 48 hours (as stated)
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Edgeworth Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
8/14 Superior Ave, Edgeworth NSW02 4950 6200 · Fax 02 4958 3125 · Website
Interests: Prolapse; Urinary incontinence; Overactive bladder and bowel dysfunction; Pelvic pain; Pessary fittings; Men's pelvic health; Children's bedwetting and constipation; Antenatal and postnatal care; Abdominal separation; Pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain
Practitioner profile states experience with women, men and gender-diverse individuals and trauma-informed care
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Dr Robert Pickles
Infectious diseases
Newcastle Private Hospital14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Dr Peter Pockney
General surgery
Coastal Colorectal02 4941 5999 · Website
Interests: Colorectal surgery; Colorectal cancer screening; Proctology (haemorrhoids, fistula, fissure)
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
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Hunter Podiatry
Podiatry
Hunter Podiatry ServicesMaitland, Green Hills, Rutherford, Raymond Terrace, Salamander Bay, Singleton (street addresses not on team page)1800 693 338 · Website
Interests: Podiatric surgery; Sporting injuries; Gait and running analysis; Ankle-foot orthoses and bracing; Heel pain and shockwave; Custom and cycling orthotics; Children's podiatry; Diabetes management; Ingrown toenail surgery; Fungal nail laser
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Prime Health Podiatry
Podiatry
Office 8, Building 2, 48 Oakdale Road, Gateshead NSW 2290(02) 4989 6496 · Fax (02) 4989 6498 · Website
Interests: Biomechanical assessments; Custom orthoses; Diabetes foot assessment; Children's podiatry; Ingrown toenail surgery; Nail restoration; Home visits (Tue and Fri)
Diversity & Inclusion page; Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians
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ProActive Rehabilitation and Health
Exercise Physiology
Lot H/132 Garden Grove Pde, Adamstown NSW 2289 (also 4B/11 Molly Morgan Dr, East Maitland)(02) 4957 2757 · Website
Interests: Workers compensation and CTP; DVA; Cardiac rehab group; Falls prevention; Type 2 diabetes; Parkinson's disease; Stroke rehab; Long COVID; Golf and sports-specific programs
NDIS · Medicare care plans
Two wheelchair-accessible facilities stated
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Greygum Psychology
Psychology
Room 3, Zion Medical Center, 1/802 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW 23020481 317 971 · Website
Interests: Assessment and therapy; Anxiety; Depression; Trauma; Attention difficulties
Ages: Children, adolescents and adults
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Dr Sally Quill
Paediatrics
Hunter Children's Clinics; Hunter Valley Paediatrics25 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also 93A Young Street, Carrington NSW 229402 4072 1877 · Fax 02 4027 5754 · Website
Interests: ADHD assessment (HCC paediatrician pathway)
Telehealth
Clinic describes itself as having a 'peaceful and neuroaffirming atmosphere'Clinic states a commitment to a safe, welcoming space for LGBTQIA+ people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peopleAutism assessment page states sessions are paced to the child with sensory needs considered
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Hello Rainbow
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
278 Main Rd, Fennell Bay NSW(02) 4067 2373 · Website
Interests: Early intervention; Play-based, child-led therapy; Speech, OT and physiotherapy; Home and educational settings
Ages: Children
States neurodiversity-affirming speech pathology, OT and physiotherapy
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Dr Avi Raman
Urology
Raman UrologyWebsite
Interests: Urological surgery (robotic, laparoscopic, open); Kidney transplant surgery
Hospitals: Public and private hospitals in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter Valley (not named on home page)
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Dr Meera Ranganathan
Psychiatry
Ramsay Clinic Lakeside / Warners Bay Private Hospital02 4958 4288 · Fax 02 4941 3476 · Website
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Clinic Lakeside
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Dr Pankaj Rao
Orthopaedics (foot and ankle)
Dr Rao12 Mitchell Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4918 0200 · Website
Interests: Foot and ankle surgery; Sports injuries
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
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Dr Max Ray
Cardiology
Newcastle Adult & Paediatric Heart Centre16 Grainger Street, Lambton NSW 229902 4962 1811 · Website
Interests: Sports cardiology; Cardiac imaging (echo, CTCA); Arrhythmia and cardiomyopathy in athletes; Cardiac genetics; Heart failure
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
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Dr Andrew Raymond
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Level 3, 199 Corlette Street, The Junction NSW 229102 4081 8787 · Website
Interests: Skin cancer; Breast reconstruction after cancer; Facial cosmetic surgery; Cosmetic breast surgery
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Dr Steve Raymond
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Dr Steve Raymond / Newcastle UltrasoundSuite 1 & 2, 25 Morehead Street, Lambton NSW 229902 4957 3899 · Website
Interests: Endometriosis; PCOS; Prolapse; Recurrent miscarriage; Infertility and IVF; Keyhole surgery; Prenatal ultrasound; Donor sperm and eggs
Telehealth · Ages: women of all ages (as stated)
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Kinetic Rehabilitation
Exercise Physiology
4/710 Hunter Street, Newcastle West NSW 2302(02) 4962 4000 · Fax (02) 4913 5344 · Website
Interests: Chronic and acute pain; Cardiac rehabilitation; Diabetes; Osteoporosis; Cancer rehabilitation; Mental health; Post-surgical; Neurological conditions; Running injuries; Dance and cheerleading; Snow sports
Medicare care plans
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Dr John Relic
Dermatology
Advanced Dermatology and Laser125 Mount Pleasant St, Maitland NSW 2320(02) 4040 3180 · Website
Interests: Skin surgery; Laser technology; Complex conditions of skin, hair and nails; Runs paediatric dermatology outpatient clinic at John Hunter Hospital (VMO)
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
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Rise Kids Physio
Physiotherapy
Mobile; clinic at BCP Hub, Warners Bay0493 593 867 · Website
Interests: Developmental checks and delays; Motor milestones; Coordination and balance; Torticollis/head turning, flat head, tummy time; Toeing-in, knock knees, bow legs, flat feet; Neurological and neuromuscular conditions; Specialised casting; Post-surgical rehab
NDIS · Medicare care plans · Ages: 0–16
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Therapy Road
Occupational Therapy (paediatric)
Suite 14, Level 2, 10 Bradford Close, Kotara NSW 2289(02) 4092 8400 · Website
Interests: Speech pathology; Occupational therapy; Mobile or clinic appointments
Ages: All ages (OT referrals stated as 0–9)
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Eliza Rooney
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
A Healing Hand CounsellingHamilton / Newcastle NSW (street address not published)0459 725 875 · Website
Interests: Young people aged 12-25 and their families; Counselling
Telehealth · Ages: 12-65 (focus 12-25)
Welcomes people from the LGBTIQA+ community (stated)Welcomes people of all cultures (stated)
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Sophia Roser
Neurosurgery
Newcastle Private Hospital rooms (also Port Stephens and Coffs Harbour)02 4044 5033 · Fax 02 4027 5666 · Website
Interests: Neuro-oncology (brain and spinal tumours); Degenerative spine; Pituitary surgery; Peripheral nerve surgery and shunts
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (VMO), Newcastle Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Christopher Rowe
Endocrinology
Newcastle Endocrinology40 Griffiths Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4920 6745 · Fax 02 4920 8039 · Website
Interests: Member of HNE Thyroid Cancer MDT and John Hunter Endocrine Surgery MDT
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
A/Prof Marc Russo
Pain medicine
Newcastle Private Hospital14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4985 1800
Interests: Neuromodulation; Chronic back pain; Fibromyalgia; CRPS; Neuropathic pain; Post-herpetic neuralgia; Botulinum toxin and bursa injections; Coeliac plexus block
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]

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Dr Lior Sagi
Dermatology
Hunter Dermatology4 Bunbury Street, Thornton NSW 232202 4017 8506 · Fax 02 8003 9111
Interests: Screening and treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers; Common skin diseases; Eczema; Blistering disorders
Languages: English, Hebrew
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3]
Dr Samra Saikal
Dermatology
Nova Dermatology221 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292(02) 4033 1510 · Fax 02 4033 1520 · WebsiteE-referral: Registered with Medical Objects and HealthLink (IDs not published)
Telehealth · Wait: Books paused
Practice states access suits all levels of mobility; one disabled parking spot
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3] [4]
Dr Hardeep Salaria
Orthopaedics (hip and knee) · Orthopaedics (spine)
Hunter Spine & Joint Replacement CentreSuite 4, Medical Centre 1, Maitland Private Hospital, 173 Chisholm Rd, Ashtonfield NSW 232302 4934 2955 · Website
Interests: Robotic hip and knee replacement; Revision joint surgery; Complex trauma; Degenerative spinal conditions
Hospitals: Maitland Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Sanctuary Continence Nursing and Health Support
Continence Nurses/Advisers
Tighes Hill NSW 2297 (home visits; covers Newcastle, Hunter and Central Coast)
Interests: Bladder and bowel; Catheter care (indwelling, suprapubic, intermittent self-catheterisation); Home visits; NDIS (not registered), WorkCover, road trauma
Ages: 5-64 years
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Chris Sankoorikal
Endocrinology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Diabetes (type 1, type 2, gestational); Osteoporosis; Metabolic bone disease
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Sarah Jay Paediatric Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
1A Young Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4957 5468 · Website
Interests: Paediatric physiotherapy; School, daycare and hydrotherapy visits
NDIS · Ages: Children (NDIS registered for 7+; under-7s self/plan-managed only)
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Mathew Sebastian
Vascular surgery
Vascular OneGateshead, Merewether and East Maitland clinics02 4942 1035 · Fax 02 4920 6476 · Website
Interests: Endovascular aortic aneurysm repair; Limb salvage incl. diabetic foot disease
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (staff specialist; Director, Vascular Ultrasound Lab)
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Select Hearing (Raymond Terrace)
Audiology
Select HearingShop 2, 2 The Close, Raymond Terrace NSW 232402 4959 1222 · Website
Interests: Visiting site every second Wednesday
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Shannon Spence and Associates
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
Charlestown NSW (office; street address not published)Website
Interests: NDIS support coordination; Positive behaviour support; Functional capacity assessments; Emotional regulation (Zones of Regulation, Westmead Feelings Program); Disability and mental health
NDIS
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Rajinder Harjit Singh
Cardiology
Hunter Cardiac Investigations324 Brunker Road, Adamstown NSW 228902 4952 7477 · Website
Interests: Heart failure; Pulmonary hypertension; Medical cardiology; Cardiac imaging
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Maitland Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Dinesh Sinnaduray
Psychiatry
Kinetic Minds / Ramsay Clinic LakesideWarners Bay Private Hospital Consulting Rooms, 42 Fairfax Rd, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4941 3779 · Fax 02 4941 3714 · Website
Interests: Schizophrenia and psychoses; Bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety; OCD; PTSD and complex trauma; Personality disorders
Ages: 17-65 · Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Skill Hub Studio
Occupational Therapy (adult)
Mobile (Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter)0431 586 283 · Website
Interests: NDIS OT; Functional assessments; Equipment prescription; Capacity building; Home Care Package OT for older adults
Telehealth · NDIS
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Professor Stephen Smith
General surgery
Newcastle Colorectal Surgery02 4956 3244 · Website
Interests: Colorectal surgery
Telehealth
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Specsavers Audiology Charlestown
Audiology
Specsavers AudiologyTenancy L01, 30 Pearson Street, Charlestown NSW 2290 (also Kotara, Mount Hutton)02 4920 9866 · Website
Interests: Hearing clinic (national chain)
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Sport & Spine Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
563 Glebe Rd, Adamstown NSW 228902 4957 3747 · Website
Interests: Urinary incontinence; Bladder and bowel dysfunction; Antenatal pelvic floor screening; Postnatal check-ups and return to running/exercise; Pelvic girdle pain; Osteoporosis exercise programs; Clinical Pilates; GLA:D program; Dance
Female women's health physiotherapist stated
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Zoe Stephenson
Paediatrics
Hunter Valley PaediatricsLevel 2, 182A Maitland Road, Mayfield NSW 2304; also Ground Level, Suite 2, 175 Chisholm Rd, East Maitland NSW 232302 4070 9200 · Fax 02 4070 9211 · Website
Interests: General paediatrics; Practice lists autism and ADHD behavioural assessments (not assigned per doctor)
Ages: newborns to adolescents · Wait: Practice states books closed, re-opening late 2026
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Thomas Stewart
Dermatology
Nova Dermatology221 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292(02) 4033 1510 · Fax 02 4033 1520 · WebsiteE-referral: Registered with Medical Objects and HealthLink (IDs not published)
Interests: General dermatology; Plastic surgery
Telehealth · Wait: Referrals triaged within 1-2 weeks; non-urgent visits can take up to 12 months (practice FAQ)
Practice states access suits all levels of mobility; one disabled parking spot
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3] [4]
Dr Gopinath Subramanian
Neurology
Pacific Neurology481 Pacific Highway, Belmont NSW 2280Website
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Aishwarya Sukhdeo
Rheumatology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: General rheumatology; Musculoskeletal ultrasound; Osteoporosis; Adolescent transition medicine
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]

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Dr Drew Tarrant
Orthopaedics (hip and knee) · Orthopaedics (foot and ankle)
The Orthopaedic ClinicLevel 7, 291 King Street, Newcastle NSW 2300Website
Interests: Hip and knee arthroplasty; Foot and ankle
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Lauren Tarrant
Rehabilitation medicine
Newcastle Private Hospital14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4941 8450
Interests: Spasticity management incl. ultrasound-guided botulinum toxin; Geriatric rehabilitation; Amputee rehabilitation; Multidisciplinary chronic pain; Orthopaedic rehabilitation; Neurorehabilitation
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Jennifer Tayler
Paediatrics
Hunter Valley PaediatricsLevel 2, 182A Maitland Road, Mayfield NSW 2304; also Ground Level, Suite 2, 175 Chisholm Rd, East Maitland NSW 232302 4070 9200 · Fax 02 4070 9211 · Website
Interests: General paediatrics; Practice lists autism and ADHD behavioural assessments (not assigned per doctor)
Ages: newborns to adolescents
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Alissa Tenney
Paediatrics
The Newcastle Paediatric ClinicSuite 2, Level 1, Newcastle Private Specialist Centre, 26 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 230502 4952 6599 · Fax 02 4952 6659 · Website
Interests: Children of all ages with medical and developmental concerns; Neonatology on-call
Ages: all children · Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Kate Tenney
Paediatrics
Hunter Valley PaediatricsLevel 2, 182A Maitland Road, Mayfield NSW 2304; also Ground Level, Suite 2, 175 Chisholm Rd, East Maitland NSW 232302 4070 9200 · Fax 02 4070 9211 · Website
Interests: General paediatrics; Practice lists autism and ADHD behavioural assessments (not assigned per doctor)
Ages: newborns to adolescents
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Therapy Road – Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (paediatric)
Therapy RoadSuite 14, Level 2, 10 Bradford Close, Kotara NSW 2289(02) 4092 8400 · Website
Interests: Mobile speech pathology; Clinic appointments
Ages: All ages
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Dhan Thiruchelvam
General surgery
Reflux ClinicSuite 1, Ground Floor, Newcastle Private Hospital, 14 Lookout Road, New Lambton Heights NSW 2305Website
Interests: Upper GI surgery; Surgical endoscopy; Robotic weight-loss surgery
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Penelope Thomas
Obstetrics and gynaecology
Website
Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Ben Thompson
Dermatology
Nova Dermatology221 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292(02) 4033 1510 · Fax 02 4033 1520 · WebsiteE-referral: Registered with Medical Objects and HealthLink (IDs not published)
Interests: General dermatology; Paediatrics
Telehealth · Wait: Books paused
Practice states access suits all levels of mobility; one disabled parking spot
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3] [4]
Dr Alicia Thornton
Dermatology
Frontier Dermatology294 Charlestown Road, Charlestown NSW 2290(02) 4022 8739 · Fax (02) 4088 8086 · WebsiteE-referral: Medical Objects / HealthLink accepted (IDs not published)
Interests: Paediatric dermatology; Acne; Rosacea; Eczema; Psoriasis; Skin cancer; Biologic therapy for inflammatory skin conditions; Hyperhidrosis; Vulval dermatology; Vascular anomalies
Ages: newborns to adults · Wait: Closed to new general and paediatric patients (August 2025); acne referrals paused · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, John Hunter Children's Hospital
Practice states onsite parking at the rear includes accessible spaces, with a drop-off bay at the front entrance
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
Tidal Health Clinic
Dietetics (Accredited Practising Dietitians)
Suite 3, 235 Darby Street, Cooks Hill NSW 23000409 720 429 · Website
Interests: Eating disorders (credentialled eating disorder clinician); CBT-E; Maudsley family-based treatment; Dietetic and mental health support for individuals and families
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Vivian Tng
Dermatology
Nova Dermatology221 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292(02) 4033 1510 · Fax 02 4033 1520 · WebsiteE-referral: Registered with Medical Objects and HealthLink (IDs not published)
Interests: Mohs micrographic surgery and post-surgical scars; Lasers; Medical aesthetics; Melanoma diagnosis and care; General dermatology incl. eczema, psoriasis, acne, hidradenitis suppurativa
Telehealth · Wait: Open for Mohs surgery referrals; closed for non-surgical dermatology · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Ramsay Surgical Centre Charlestown
Practice states access suits all levels of mobility; one disabled parking spot
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3] [4] [5]
Barbara Tobin
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
Olaga Therapeutic Support: CounsellingUnit 3, 424 High Street, Maitland NSW 2320(02) 4082 6626
Interests: Trauma and PTSD; EMDR and somatic approaches; Child and parenting issues; Family conflict; Domestic violence and abuse; Self-harm; Women's issues
Telehealth · Ages: Children 6+, teens, adults and older adults · Languages: English, Samoan (basic)
Welcomes multicultural, marginalised and minority communities (stated)Lists LGBTQ+ and Deaf community support (stated)Lists Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Pacific Islander client support (stated)Basic Samoan language (stated)
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Toronto Health – Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
Toronto HealthSuite 102, 43 The Boulevard, Toronto NSW 228302 4959 2203 · Fax 02 4950 5398 · Website
Interests: Urinary incontinence; Overactive bladder; Pelvic pain; Prolapse; Pregnancy and postpartum incl. diastasis recti; Bowel dysfunction; Sexual pain; Post-surgical pelvic rehab
NDIS
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Scott Turner
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Dr Scott Turner (Newcastle consulting)5A/281-293 Brunker Road, Adamstown NSW 22891300 437 758 · Website
Interests: Facial surgery (facelift, neck lift, brow lift, eyelid, rhinoplasty); Breast surgery
Wait: Consults in Newcastle one Friday per month; operates in Sydney
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]

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Dr James Ulrick
Child and adolescent psychiatry
Rest in Essence Mental Health Practice48 Brown Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4902 8900 · Website
Interests: Anxiety, mood and psychotic disorders; Trauma; Ongoing ADHD treatment (does not do autism assessments; practice psychologists do); Careful medication use incl. deprescribing
Ages: children, adolescents and young adults up to 30
Practice states it acknowledges and supports the LGBTQIA+ communityPractice acknowledges Traditional Custodians
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Uplift Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology
Unit 5/56 Industrial Drive, Mayfield NSW 230402 4017 2489 · Website
Interests: NDIS physical, intellectual and psychosocial disability; WorkCover; Home, gym, community and hydrotherapy sessions
Telehealth · NDIS · Wait: Longest wait list reported as two weeks (as stated)
Accessible clinic statedPractitioner gender preference can be requested
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Muhammad Usman
Immunology and allergy
Health HQ Salamander Bay (also Coastal Immunology and Allergy Clinic, Erina)Salamander Bay NSW 2317 (street address not published on profile)02 4937 9558 · Fax 02 4937 9560
Interests: Autoimmune and autoinflammatory conditions; Drug, food and environmental allergy; Immunodeficiency; Perioperative and general medicine
Hospitals: Hunter Valley Private Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]

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Vagus Speech Pathology
Speech Pathology (adult)
Suite 1, Level 3, Konara, 15 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4965 5411 · Website
Interests: Swallowing incl. videofluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS); Voice disorders; Voice restoration after laryngectomy; Chronic cough and upper airway disorders; Lee Silverman Voice Treatment
Ages: Adults
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Sarah Vanniasingham
Psychiatry · Perinatal psychiatry
Kinetic Minds / Ramsay Clinic LakesideWarners Bay Private Hospital Consulting Rooms, 42 Fairfax Rd, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4941 3779 · Fax 02 4941 3714 · Website
Interests: Anxiety and mood disorders; OCD; PTSD; Psychosis and early psychosis; Addiction psychiatry and dual diagnosis; Perinatal care; Cultural psychiatry; Dual diagnosis
Ages: 18-60 · Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital
Profile lists care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as an interest
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Sujatha Venkatesh
Psychiatry
Ramsay Clinic Lakeside / Warners Bay Private Hospital02 4941 3701 · Fax 02 4941 3714 · Website
Interests: First-episode psychosis; Bipolar disorder and depression; Psychotic disorders
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Clinic Lakeside
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Eswari Vilayur
Nephrology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Chronic kidney disease incl. diabetic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis; Renal transplant care; Refractory hypertension; Hypertension and kidney disease in pregnancy; chronic renal diseases including diabetic kidney disease and glomerulonephritis; renal transplant care; refractory hypertension; high-risk pregnancy clinic for women with hypertension and kidney disease; clinical research; medical student education
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]

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Anne Walker
Social Work and Counselling (Accredited Mental Health Social Workers)
Orchard Counselling7/71 Regent Street, New Lambton NSW 23050421 576 100 · Website
Interests: Trauma and PTSD; Anxiety and depression; Grief and loss; Life transitions; Women's issues; Victims of crime counselling; Open Arms (veterans) counsellor
Ages: Adults and older adults
Lists LGBTIQ people, non-binary people, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and CALD communities as patient focus
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Kirsty Wark
Dermatology
Cygnet Dermatology287 Turton Road, New Lambton NSW 2305(02) 4913 5938 · Fax 02 4005 4115 · Website
Interests: Medical and surgical dermatology
Ages: adults and children (practice) · Wait: Books closed to new patients; urgent referrals may be considered (practice site) · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3] [4]
Dr Matthew Watts
Infectious diseases
NSW Health PathologyLevel 5, 45 Watt Street, Newcastle NSW 2300
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Melanie Webb
General surgery
Newcastle SurgicalWebsite
Interests: Oncoplastic breast surgery and reconstruction; Melanoma and skin cancer; Thyroid and parathyroid; Lymph node surgery
Hospitals: Calvary Mater Newcastle (staff specialist), Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Alan Weiss
Psychiatry
Ramsay Clinic Lakeside / Warners Bay Private Hospital02 4941 3779 · Fax 02 4941 3714 · Website
Hospitals: Warners Bay Private Hospital, Ramsay Clinic Lakeside
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
WellFit Exercise Physiology
Exercise Physiology
WellFit Personal Training58 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 229202 4969 8478 · Website
Interests: Cardiovascular and pulmonary disease; Neurological disease; Arthritis and osteoporosis; Mental health; Cancer; Functional capacity assessments
NDIS · Medicare care plans
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Simon Whitcher
General surgery
Hunter Weight Loss & Upper GIGround Floor, 37 Llewellyn Street, Merewether NSW 2291; also Suite 10, Medical Centre 2, 175 Chisholm Rd, East Maitland NSW 232302 4062 8444 · Fax 02 4062 8443 · Website
Interests: Bariatric surgery incl. revision; Hiatus hernia and anti-reflux surgery; Gallbladder and hernia; Gastroscopy and colonoscopy
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (VMO), Belmont Hospital (VMO), Newcastle Private / Hunter Valley Private Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Maitland Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Nicholas Whitehead
Cardiology
Newcastle Adult & Paediatric Heart Centre16 Grainger Street, Lambton NSW 229902 4962 1811 · Website
Interests: General cardiology; Heart failure; Arrhythmias; Coronary artery disease and interventional cardiology; Intracoronary imaging; Low-contrast coronary intervention
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Calvary Mater Newcastle, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Wildflower Psychology Newcastle
Psychology
25 Denison Street, Newcastle West NSW 23020498 560 653 · Website
Interests: Perinatal (conception to first year after birth); Depression; Anxiety; Trauma; Life transitions; Assessment
Ages: All ages
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Zo Williams
Vascular surgery
Hunter Vascular3 Smart Street, Charlestown NSW 2290; also Shop 3, Oaks Resort, 265 Sandy Point Rd, Salamander Bay NSW 231702 4086 8790 · Website
Interests: Aneurysms; Carotid disease; Peripheral arterial disease; Varicose veins; Pelvic congestion syndrome; Complex endovascular procedures
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital (Director of Vascular Surgery), Newcastle Private Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Bradley Wilsmore
Cardiology
Unit 1, 226 Union Street, Merewether NSW 229102 4918 0100 · Website
Hospitals: Lingard Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Dr Susan Winspear
Obstetrics and gynaecology
IVFAustralia Hunter (Hunter IVF)The Heights Private Medical Centre, Suite 4/2 Lookout Rd, New Lambton Heights NSW 23051800 111 483 (new); 02 4957 8515 · Website
Interests: Women's ultrasound and prenatal diagnosis
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Associate Professor Ryan Winters
ENT · Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Ear Nose Throat Newcastle218 Pacific Hwy, Charlestown NSW 229002 4955 8044 · Fax 02 4955 8055 · Website
Interests: Skin cancer and reconstruction; Head and neck cancer; Thyroid and parathyroid; Cleft lip and palate reconstruction; Rhinoplasty and facial cosmetic surgery; Facial fractures; Nasal and sinus surgery; Facial skin cancer reconstruction; Rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, facelift, otoplasty
Ages: all ages · Hospitals: Newcastle Private Hospital, Hunter Valley Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]
Wise Mind Psychology Newcastle
Psychology
202 Lambton Road, New Lambton NSW 230502 4091 0100 · Fax 02 8201 3485 · Website
Interests: Child and adolescent psychology; Autism assessment; ADHD assessment; Cognitive and adaptive functioning assessment; Anxiety; Mood disorders; Eating disorders; Trauma and PTSD; OCD
Ages: Children and adolescents
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Prof Katie Wynne
Endocrinology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Transgender health; Antenatal medicine; Obesity
Telehealth
Profile lists transgender health as an interest
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]

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Dr Andrew Ying
Vascular surgery
Hunter Vascular3 Smart Street, Charlestown NSW 229002 4086 8790 · Website
Interests: Dialysis access; Aortic and arterial aneurysms; Carotid disease; Peripheral arterial disease; Varicose veins and deep venous disease; Spinal access surgery
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle Private Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Lingard Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Jonathan Young
Orthopaedics (hip and knee)
Dr Jonathan Young (formerly Northern Orthopaedics)388 The Esplanade, Warners Bay NSW 228202 4958 7777 · Fax 02 4958 7700 · Website
Interests: ACL and meniscal tears; Total and unicondylar knee replacement; Anterior approach hip replacement; Ankle injuries
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr William Yu
Endocrinology
Kotara Specialist SuitesSuite 2, 76 Park Avenue, Kotara NSW 228902 4965 3800 · Fax 02 4965 3900 · Website
Interests: Metabolic health; Obesity management; Technology in healthcare
Telehealth · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2]

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Dr Alkesh Zala
Gastroenterology
Rooms, 27 Veronica Street27 Veronica Street, Cardiff NSW 228502 4953 7500
Interests: General gastroenterology; Reflux; GI motility disorders; IBD; GI bleeding; Colorectal cancer surveillance
Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital, Lake Macquarie Private Hospital, Warners Bay Private Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1]
Dr Sally de Zwaan
Dermatology
Cygnet Dermatology287 Turton Road, New Lambton NSW 2305(02) 4913 5938 · Fax 02 4005 4115 · Website
Interests: Medical, surgical and paediatric dermatology; Genetics of skin cancer
Ages: adults and children (practice) · Wait: Books closed to new patients; urgent referrals may be considered (practice site) · Hospitals: John Hunter Hospital
Checked 2026-10-31 · Sources [1] [2] [3] [4]

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Last checked 31 October 2026.

Specialists

A

A Growing Understanding

Dr Simon Abson

Prof Shamasunder Acharya

Achieve Podiatry Newcastle

Advanced Hearing Care

Dr Mohammed Al-Omary

Neuro Alliance

Amber-Jayne Stirling

Dr Vimalan Ambikaipaker

Dr Antonio Ambrogetti

Dr Mohammad Amin

Dr Alvand Amiri

Dr Neil Anderson

Dr Pek Ang

Dr Alyssa Arnold

Dr David Arnold

Dr Bahador Asadi-Khansari

Aspire Speech Pathology

Audika Hearing Clinic Newcastle

Earport Audiology

AusClin Dietitians

Autism Understanding Psychology Clinic

Avina Therapy – Newcastle & Hunter

Avina Therapy – Speech Pathology

B

Back In Motion Cessnock

Dr Kirsten Bailey

Dr Hasitha Balasuriya

Dr Jessica Bale

Dr Paul Bamford

Karen Barrett

Dr Thomas Barrett

Beam Health Cessnock

Beam Health Cessnock – Speech Pathology

Being and Becoming Occupational Therapy

Dr Bernard Beldholm

Dr Greg Bellamy

Beyond Now Psychology

Dr Rohan Bhagwandeen

Dr Stephanie Blake

Associate Professor Alison Blatt

Dr Andrew Bleasel

bloom hearing specialists (Wallsend)

Body Concepts Exercise Physiology (ATUNE Health Centres)

Dr Angela Boulton

Prof Andrew Boyle

Dr Stephen Brienesse

Brightwell Health – Women's Physiotherapy

Marnie Britton

Dr Oliver Brown

Dr Sabah Brown

Dr Michael Bull

Dr Tanya Burgess

Dr Kate Burston

Dr Keith Burton

C

Dr Anne Capp

Cardiff Podiatry Clinic

Care Alliance Allied Health & Supports

Dr Patricia Caruana

CentreSteps Allied Health

Dr Marisol Perez Cerdeira

Prof Bobby Chacko

Dr Dani Chandrasoma

Dr Paul Chee

Dr Michelle Chen

Dr Aiden Cheung

Dr Alvin Chew (Beng Lim Alvin Chew)

Dr Peter Choi

Dr Gracia Chong

Dr Peter Chong

Dr Geoffrey Collins

Dr Nicholas Collins

Community Therapy – Exercise Physiology

Community Therapy – Occupational Therapy

Community Therapy – Paediatric OT

Community Therapy – Paediatric Speech Pathology

Complete Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy