All of our doctors provide care specifically tailored to meet the needs or our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community and provide culturally appropriate care to our diverse community of patients. Dr Zia is multilingual.
Male Doctors
Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Ziaullah (Dr. Zia) gained his medical degree in 2006 and has extensive experience gained in general practice in Australia and within the Australian public hospital sector.
Dr Zia provides all general practice consultations including Mental Health, chronic disease management, antenatal care, and men’s and women’s health.
Dr Zia has a special interest in medical cosmetic procedures, radio frequency and laser treatment of various skin types and conditions. He has successfully completed courses in skin cancer and Aesthetic Medicine in Australia and provides general skin cancer care and surgery.
BSc. MB.BS AFRCS MFSEM Dip SEM Certified Sclerotherapist (ACP) FRACGP
VR GP, Sports Doctor, Sclerotherapist. Advanced trainee in Phlebology.
Dr Pratt is a VR GP with postgraduate qualifications in Surgery and Sports and Exercise Medicine. He has an interest in specialities with a musculoskeletal component like Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine. Dr Pratt recently been assisting in Orthopaedic Procedures at a private hospital to stay up to date with developments in these areas.
Dr Pratt has trained in Emergency Medicine to enhance his management of medical emergencies, He is very interested in Sports and Exercise Medicine and the treatment of sports injuries, and has worked in Rugby League and with the Scottish Football Association.
Dr Pratt is a Certified Sclerotherapist with the Australasian College of Phlebology and is presently offering Sclerotherapy for patients with spider veins or varicose veins. Dr Pratt is also currently completing his advanced training with the College (ACP) for the Advanced Diploma of Procedural Phlebology.
General Practitioner, FRACGP, MD, B.Sc. (Hons) DAME (Designated Aviation Medical Examiner)
Dr Robert Dudek is an experienced general practitioner (GP) with a demonstrated history of working in the hospital and health care industry. He is an enthusiastic, professional practitioner who is committed to making a positive contribution to his patients health and life. He treats all aspects of general medicine, with a particular interest in chronic disease management, cardiology and aviation medicine.
Dr Dudek is qualified in preparing medical certifications for pilots, air traffic controllers and other aviation roles. Class 1 Pilots, Class 2 Pilots and recreational pilots. Class 3 Medicals (air traffic control, flight service). Dr Dudek is a member of the Australasian Society of Aerospace medicine. Dr Dudek also offers commercial driving reviews.
Dr Dudek holds the title of Senior Lecturer at the Griffith University School of Medicine and Dentistry.
Areas of interest:
General Family Medicine
Chronic disease management
Aviation Medicine
DAME (Designated Aviation Medical Examiner)
Performs aviation medicals (private and commercial)
Cardiology
Seafarer Medicals
Dr Vindye Walpola is an experienced, dedicated and approachable GP with the passion for supporting health and wellbeing of his patients. Dr Vindye has over 15 years of experience as a GP covering all aspects of general practice. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and holds a postgraduate Diploma in Paediatrics.
After obtaining his MBBS degree in 2005 from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, he moved to the beautiful Sunshine Coast with his family to complete the specialist qualifications in general practice. Dr Walpola also works part-time for the National Home Doctor Service and in the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.
Areas of Interest
Women's & Men's Health
Child & Adolescent Health
Chronic disease management
Mental health
Immunisations
Minor surgical procedures
Infectious Diseases
Pregnancy care
Languages Spoken
English
Sinhalese
Dr. Hallier was born in South Africa but spent most of his formative years in New Zealand. He eventually made his way to the Gold Coast, where he completed his medical education. After completing further training across New South Wales and Queensland, Dr. Hallier has recently moved to the Sunshine Coast, where he hopes to settle down for good.
On days off he can be found exploring the region's beautiful beaches and national parks. Recently, he has developed a love for scuba diving, relishing the opportunity to explore the underwater world. One day he hopes to obtain a private pilot's license. On a quieter day at home, he enjoys boardgames and videogames with friends.
As a general practitioner, Dr. Hallier is passionate about all aspects of healthcare but places a particular emphasis on preventive medicine. He is dedicated to working collaboratively with his patients to achieve their optimal health outcomes.
Areas of Interest
Chronic disease management
Men's and Women's Health
Mental health
Preventative health care
Languages Spoken
English
Female Doctors
Dr Olga graduated from a medical school in Ukraine in 1999. She moved to Australia in 2017 and worked as a rural GP in Tasmania and Queensland. She has recently relocated to Sunshine Coast. Dr Olga obtained her Fellowship with Royal Australian Colledge of General Practitioners in 2019. Apart from English she is fluent in Ukrainian and Russian. Dr Olga is confident in all aspects of General Practice and has a keen interest in Skin Cancer medicine and Chronic Disease management and prevention. She has extra qualifications in Dermoscopy and Skin Cancer Surgery and offers comprehensive skin checks, surgical and non surgical treatment of skin cancer including flaps and grafts if necessary. In her leisure time she likes hiking, surfing and travelling with her family.
Areas of Interest
Skin cancer
Women and Children's health
Skin cancer surgery
Pregnancy care
Mental health
Languages Spoken
English
Ukrainian
Dr. Franny qualified as a doctor in 1999 in India. She has worked in many rural and teaching tertiary hospitals before moving to Australia in 2013. In Australia she has worked in Tasmania and the Northern Territory. She completed her GP training from Tablelands in 2019. She has recently moved to the Sunshine coast.
She has a keen interest in cancer medicine and prevention and in chronic disease management and disease prevention. Her other areas of interest are skin diseases, Mental Health, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Child health. She also does Implanon insertion & removal.
She loves to spend time with her family when not working.
Areas of Interest
Women's & Men's Health
Child & Adolescent Health
Management of Chronic Disease
Paediatrics
Menopause
Pregnancy care
Languages Spoken
English
Tamil
Professional statement
I enjoy working on the family farm and running after our 2 small children. I also enjoy playing netball and watching AFL football. (Go Bombers!) I cannot cook or sing or surf, and I am average at arts/craft but may score points for enthusiasm.
Areas of Interest
Women and Children's health
Chronic disease management
Allergies
Asthma Management
Weight Loss Counselling