FIND YOUR LOCAL FAMILY DOCTOR HERE
At Newport Doctor, we are committed to providing high-quality healthcare with a focus on integrity, honesty, and valuing our patients. We understand that your health is personal, and we are dedicated to ensuring that every visit is a positive, respectful experience.
We listen to your concerns, respect your decisions, and work collaboratively to ensure the best possible care. Your comfort and trust are essential to us, and we are here to support you every step of the way on your health journey.
Operating hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm
For non-urgent appointments:
For urgent appointments or new patient:
In an emergency call 000
The family doctors are all experienced Fellows of the Royal Australian Colleague of General Practitioners
They set high standards and aim to exceed those set by the RACGP’s Official Standards.
This team strives to deliver excellence, integrity, and consistency, going above and beyond the call of duty for our valued patients. An SMS for imaging or pathology test results ordered by the team is included in the consult fee – they honour patients and their time. Actioning reminders, repeat referrals and scripts or medical certificates can be requested through your clinician
Any results requiring a more prolonged discussion will require an appointment and subsequent charge.
Clinical Labs pathology is available at the practice from 8am to 3pm. No appointments are required. Please bring your pathology request for this service.
Services
Your clinician provides a variety of health services for the entire family and at every stage of life. They offer:
General health
Whole of life care
Chronic disease management
Preventative health care
Cancer care
Adolescent medicine
Sports Medicine
Mental health
Men’s health
Women’s health
Paediatrics & childhood immunisations
Menopause
Antenatal shared care
Travel Medicine
Workers compensation
Health assessments & care plans
Aged care specialist consultations
Dietitian services
Advanced care directive
Catch up immunisation schedules
Iron infusions
Aclasta infusions
NDIS assistance
Psychologist support
The Clinicians
These trusted clinicians provide the highest standard of quality family care and are committed to the health of the community.
Dr Aarti Samtani is a Geriatrician and Consultant physician. She is passionate about providing holistic care of older people and focused on maintaining independence in the community
Dr Aarti Samtani is currently on maternity leave and will not return until late 2025
Jaime Rose Chambers (B.Nutr&Diet) is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist. With a lifelong passion for food and cooking, when it came to choosing her vocational path as chef or Doctor, Jaime decided to combine the two.
Dr Owen Lee completed his medical degree at the University of Sydney and completed his family medicine training in Canada at St. Michael’s Hospital, and various other teaching hospitals with the University of Toronto.
Dr Kalppana Paramanandarajah received her MBBS from the University of Queensland in 2010 after completing a Bachelor of Medical Science from the University of Sydney. She attained her Fellowship of the Royal College of General Practitioners in 2016.
Dr Katherine Leonard graduated in 2012 from Cardiff University (UK) with a Bachelor of Medicine and a Bachelor of Surgery. She is a Specialist GP having gained fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. She has a surgical background in the field of Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgery and General Surgery
Dr Carolina Velásquez Vanegas has been practicing medicine since 2005, working in Emergency Medicine and General Practice in Spain and, from 2012, Australia, including Concord, Mona Vale and Dubbo Base Hospitals, as well as in General Practice in Sydney
Dr Edwina Pritchard has 15 years of postgraduate experience working in general practice, family planning, paediatrics and emergency medicine in Sydney, working collaboratively with patients to improve their wellness.
Dr Stephanie Gill graduated with honours from the University of Sydney and has a Diploma of Child and Adolescent Health, as well as certificates in Women’s Health and Skin Cancer Medicine.
Dr Steph Gill is currently on maternity leave and will not return until late 2025
Dr Erin Noonan is a General practitioner holding a degree with honours from the University of Sydney’s Graduate Medical Program, and relishes the privilege of caring for whole families in the local community where she has lived since childhood.
Dr Olivia Andrews is a Sydney native with extensive experience in both physical and mental wellness, with special interests in Women’s Health and Paediatrics.
Dr Julian Northover has nearly 20 years of post-graduate medical experience and has worked in emergency medicine and general practice in Australia, the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Dr Lulu Ma is a specialist Geriatric Medicine Physician who has a particular interest in falls, bone health, de-prescribing and perioperative care and recovery.
Dr Lulu Ma is currently on maternity leave.
Dr Monica Vu is committed to providing quality care for older patients at home and in the community. She is passionate about patient advocacy and optimising quality of life.
Dr Monica Vu is currently on maternity leave.
Dionne has an interest in holistic health and comes with over 15 years clinical practise in natural therapies.
Sue Strachan has 40 yrs experience working in healthcare care. initially completing her general nurses training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Sue holds post graduate qualifications in Emergency Nursing and business management .
Contact Details
Address
354 Barrenjoey Road,
Newport
Sydney, Australia
Opening Hours
Daily 8am – 5pm
Phones only from 9am
Closed weekends and public holidays.
Phone (from 9am)
9997 4441
For after hours medical advice please go to Urgent Care, Mona Vale Hospital or Emergency Department, Northern Beaches Hospital.
For after hours home visits please call 13SICK - 13 7425
Email
enquiries@newportdoctor.com.au
Emails will be answered within 2 business days. For urgent matters please ring the practice directly or call 000 in case of an emergency.
