Doctors

Dr Andrew Mitchell

new patients welcome

Please note that Dr Mitchell is a specialist and requires a valid referral from a GP for a surgical consultation to be eligible for a Medicare rebate. If you have an existing referral to another general surgeon and would like to be seen by Dr Mitchell, your existing referral will be accepted. You do not require your referral to be re-written.

Dr Mitchell specialises in a range of surgical services including:
Laparoscopic gall bladder removal
Hernia Repair
Skin Lesion Management
Comprehensive Anal Condition Care (Haemorrhoids, Fistula, Fissure)
Pilonidal Sinus Management
Lipoma Removal
Toenail wedge resections for adolescents and adults
Expertise in incidental liver and pancreas lesions
Second opinions on prostate, breast, and liver cancer

Dr Mitchell can perform minor surgical procedures onsite at YourGP@Crace. Operations requiring general anaesthetic will be arranged at a private hospital.

Educational Background:
Melbourne University Medical School
Advanced General Surgical Training at Royal Melbourne Hospital
Postgraduate Fellowships:
Liver Transplantation and Hepatobiliary Surgery at University of Birmingham Hospital, UK
Paediatric Transplantation at Birmingham Childrens Hospital, UK

Professional Experience:
Senior Lecturer in Surgery at the University of Western Australia
Consultant Transplant and General Surgeon at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Perth
Leadership roles: Head of General Surgery and Co-Director of Perioperative Care at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
Director of Territory Wide Surgical Services

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Thursday

Dr Tom Wigglesworth

new patients welcome

Dr Wigglesworth enjoys the full scope of general practice, including, chronic disease management, men's health and acute medical care. He enjoys providing continuity of care to his patients. Dr Wigglesworth is particularly interested in skin-related issues (dermatology) and has a Masters in Clinical Dermatology from King's College, London.

Graduating from the University of Bristol in 2009, Dr. Wigglesworth completed his GP training in 2015 and earned a Master’s in Clinical Dermatology from King’s College London. He has experience in both general practice and dermatology clinics, particularly in skin cancer care, and worked as a medical officer in Sydney and Katherine. Now living in Canberra, he aims to become a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners by 2025.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Wigglesworth enjoys golf, tennis, cricket, and gardening.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

Dr Kristy Muir

new patients welcome

Dr Krist Muir is a graduate of The University of Melbourne, 2008. She enjoys getting to know her patients and providing long term continuity of care. She particularly loves paediatrics and sports medicine. She has a Masters of Sport Medicine.

Her partner is a doctor in defence and they have 3 daughters. The family is now settling longterm Canberra after spending a decade in Townsville.
Outside of work, she enjoys being with her family, going on walks with her dog, boardgames with friends, building lego. and making over the top birthday cakes for her kids.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Tuesday Wednesday

Dr Sheahan Ranasinghe

new patients welcome

Sheahan's special interests include care of the elderly, acute medical care and injury management, men’s health, work cover cases, dermatology and minor skin surgery. He loves the challenge of complex medical conditions. He has been practising cosmetic medicine and surgery for the past two years. Sheahan has also done further training in performing vasectomies.

He strongly believes in evidence-based medicine and a whole of patient approach to managing care.

His plan in the coming year would be to gain further knowledge and qualifications in advanced skin surgery and dermatology.

He enjoys long walks and hiking with his family in his spare time, travelling to exotic locations, cycling, and going to the gym. He also has a keen interest in classical art and enjoys collecting things of unusual beauty.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Dr John (Kyaw) Pyae

new patients welcome

John takes a special interest in men’s health, skin cancer medicine and performing minor procedures.

John was a well-loved GP in Boorowa, NSW, where he gained extensive experience in all aspects of general practice. John's patients appreciate his warmth, respect and care; values he is passionate about providing to all his patients.

John obtained his medical degree in 2012. He has almost 10 years of experience in general practice and in 2024, he was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal Australian Collage of General Practitioners.

When he’s not working, he is usually watching Arsenal play (and hopefully win!).

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Dr Tom Mills

new patients welcome

Dr. Tom Mills graduated from the Australian National University in 2018 and worked in Canberra Hospitals for four years. He is currently training as a General Practice Registrar and has a special interest in travel medicine, including administering travel vaccines and yellow fever vaccinations, as well as men’s health.

In his spare time, Tom enjoys gardening and cycling.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

Dr Vanessa Thorn

new patients welcome

Dr Vanessa Thorn has relocated from QLD in 2023 where she completed her GP training in 2019. She has an interest in antenatal care and paediatrics, and has completed a Diploma in Child Health (Sydney). She especially enjoys seeing the whole family, which is one of unique joys of general practice. 

When she is not at work she is busy looking after her 3 children and loves getting everyone outdoors for a walk, play or some gardening. 

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Thursday

Dr Claire Monaghan

Only accepting existing patients of the practice and new patients for Mirena insertions

Clare has a particular passion for paediatrics, women’s health, emergency medicine, and palliative care. Claire believes serving her community as a GP is a real privilege and she strives to provide her patients with top quality care.

Claire graduated Medicine from The University of New South Wales in 2016 with First Class Honours. Her decision to pursue a career in general practice was strongly influenced by her rural upbringing. In her hometown where the GP was the obstetrician, the emergency doctor, the paediatrician, and chronic disease specialist. Claire was drawn to the wide range of medicine that general practice had to offer.

When Claire is not working you will find her out hiking and camping in remote locations with her husband and young son. Claire loves spending time in the garden. She is a huge cricket fan and secretly hopes her son is too so she can spend her weekends watching him play.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Thursday

Dr Lisa Bron

Sees existing patients of YourGP (NOTE: 1. New patients are restricted to the immediate family of existing patients of YourGP. 2. No new workers compensation patients / does not do IUD removal.)

Lisa graduated from Otago University in 1993, moving to Australia in 1995. She worked across Australia in various hospital positions, obtaining her Diploma of Child Health in 1997 and her Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 1998. She commenced General Practice Training in 1999 and was awarded her General Practice Fellowship in 2003. She completed her Master of Family Medicine (Monash) in 2016. Lisa moved to Canberra in 2020 after working for 14 years in Tamworth.

Special interests include the health of children and their families, mental health, management of chronic disease, palliative care and medical education. Lisa is currently involved in teaching clinical skills to medical students at ANU.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday

Dr Raymond Liu

new patients welcome

Raymond is passionate about holistic patient care and has strong interests ranging from skin cancer, chronic disease management to end-of-life care. Raymond completed his medical degree at the Australian National University and he finished the Sydney Child Health Program. He is currently pursuing a Master in Skin Cancer Medicine.

Raymond began his career as an academic researcher and has participated in several clinical trials, published works in palliative care, bereavement, anaesthetics, economics, and finance. He has also won numerous awards for his involvement in palliative care research, notably the prestigious 2019 National Palliative Care Awards on Innovation in Palliative Care.

Raymond is married and has two children. During his spare time, he enjoys exercising, reading, playing music and board games with his kids. He loves trying out recipes that rekindle his (and his wife's) childhood memories.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday

Lyneham - Thursday

Dr Krystel Chin

Only accepts existing patients of YourGP.

Background: Dr. Krystel, a dedicated general practitioner, hails from Mauritius and holds a medical degree from the University of Manchester, UK. After moving to Australia in 2008, she gained extensive experience in acute and emergency medicine at various hospitals in New South Wales before transitioning to General Practice in Canberra.

Approach to Medicine: Dr. Krystel is passionate about the holistic approach provided by general practice. She strongly believes in the importance of continuity of care, ensuring that her patients receive consistent and comprehensive treatment.

Personal Interests: Outside of her medical practice, Dr. Krystel enjoys nature walks with her family, indulges in reading, traveling, and baking. She's also passionate about learning new languages and actively participates in charity fundraising activities.

Areas of Interests:
Women’s Health
Antenatal Care
Paediatrics
Preventative Health
Minor Surgery
Chronic Disease Management, including:
Diabetes
Hypertension
Kidney Disease
Cardiovascular Disease (heart attacks and heart failure)
Asthma
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (emphysema)

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday

Dr Reiham Ibrahim

Skin patients only

Dr. Reiham is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners with over two decades of medical practice. She is a dedicated skin cancer doctor committed to providing high-quality care and actively reducing the impact of skin cancer on individuals and their families.

Her commitment to combatting skin cancer led her to pursue extensive further education in the field, including a Diploma in Skin Cancer Medicine, an Advanced Certificate in Skin Cancer Surgery, and an Advanced Certificate in Dermatoscopy. Dr. Reiham is currently working towards achieving accreditation and a fellowship in skin cancer.

Outside of her professional life, Reiham enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, and volunteering at community events.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Wednesday Friday

Dr Sam Primrose

Not accepting new patients except skin patients.

Background:
Hometown: Grew up in Belconnen.

Medical Education:
Studied medicine at Flinders University, graduating in 2014.

Professional Expertise:
General Practice: Enjoys all aspects of general practice.
Specialised Training: Diploma of Child Health, Sydney Children's Hospital.

Professional Philosophy:
Committed to quality general practice, focusing on long-term care for patients and their families.

Personal Life:
Family: Wife and three young children.

Hobbies:
Enjoys playing Nintendo Switch with his kids.
Keen interest in board games.
Plays soccer occasionally.

Areas of Interest:
Paediatrics
Men's Health
Mental Health
Skin Checks
Family Health
Sports Medicine

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

Dr Ian Chan

Accepting new patients for skin-related visits only.

Ian is very passionate about the early recognition and treatment of skin cancers, and has completed advanced training in the field with a Masters in Skin Cancer Medicine through the University of Queensland. He enjoys continuing medical education through teaching medical students, and often has students assisting him during procedures.

Dr Chan grew up in Auckland. He moved to Canberra in 2011 to finish his studies in medicine at the ANU. He loves Canberra so he has remained ever since. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with his young family, plays tennis whenever possible, and backs the All Blacks (Dr Deery is docking his pay for supporting the All Blacks).

Consultation Fees:
Standard rate of $180 for a regular skin consult (15 minutes), $230 for a longer consult (>20 minutes).
Dr Chan does not accept DVA direct billing for skin consultations and procedures (out-of-pocket fees apply).

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Friday

Dr Penny Gosling

Not accepting new patients except existing patients of YourGP

Professional Expertise:
Medical Degree: Graduated from the Australian National University in 2008.

Personal Life:
Family: Married with four primary-school-aged children.
Pets: A cat named Bill and a Beaglier named Maple.
Hobbies: Enjoys beach trips with her family.

Areas of Interest:
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) diagnosis and management
Sexual Health
Women's Health
Fertility and Pregnancy Care
Lactation Support
Infant and Child Health

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Dr Kyla Bremner

Not accepting new patients except where referred by other GPs of YourGP.

Attention:
Dr. Kyla Bremner will be taking a leave of absence starting 2 December 2024 to focus on her health. Kyla has reassured us that while her health needs some attention, there’s no cause for serious concern. We look forward to welcoming her back as soon as she's ready.

Professional Background:
Education: Graduated with Honors from the University of Sydney in 2006.
International Experience: Worked as a GP and Emergency doctor in a remote Canadian coastal town, accessible only by boat or plane. Dr. Bremner moved back to Australia in 2014, choosing Canberra as her long-term home.

Approach to General Practice:
Dr. Bremner loves the variety and relationship-building aspects of General Practice. She is passionate about supporting individuals in improving both their physical and emotional health.

Personal Background:
Dr Bremner was the first woman to represent Australia in wrestling at the 2008 Olympics. She is still involved in sport as an event doctor for the International Wrestling Federation. She loves to spend time with her staffie and three boys.

Areas of Interests:
Lifestyle Modification
Women's Health
Family Care
Diabetes Management
Autism

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Dr Krystle Marca

Sees her regular patients only, except for (1) IUD insertions, (2) new babies of existing patients, and (3) family members of existing patients.

Note: Dr. Krystle Marca's last day with YourGP will be 18 December 2024. We will miss you!

Educational Background:
Medical Degree: Flinders University, South Australia.

Qualifications & Certifications:
Diploma in Child Health: Completed at the Westmead Children’s Hospital.
Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health: Obtained in 2017 from Family Planning NSW.

Professional Journey:
Originally from Sydney, Dr. Marca has chosen Canberra as her long-term home, reflecting her commitment to the Canberra community.

Areas of Interest:
Women's Health
Paediatrics
Family Health

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Wednesday Friday

Dr Kit Wong

Sees Existing Patients and accepting new patients for skin related visits only.

Educational Background:
Medical Degree: Graduated with honours from the University of Sydney in 2006.
RACGP Fellowship: Completed in 2011.
Advanced Qualification: Masters of Medicine (Skin Cancer) from the University of Queensland in 2018.

Professional Experience:
Over 10 years of experience in Skin Cancer Medicine.
Actively involved in educating GP registrars through the GP Synergy training program.
Mentors and educates medical students and other GPs in his field.

Clinical Services:
Comprehensive skin checks.
Cryotherapy and biopsies, as required.
Surgical procedures including excision of melanoma, other skin cancers, moles, skin tags, and cysts.

Booking Information (full skin check):
Appointment Length: 15-minute.
Consultation Fee: Standard rate of $180 for a regular consult.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Wednesday Friday

Dr David Brown

not accepting new patients

Educational Background:
Medical Degree: Studied medicine at the Australian National University.
Child Health: Completed a Diploma of Child Health through Westmead Children’s Hospital.

Professional Expertise:
Children's Health: Renowned for his skill and warmth in treating young patients.
Men's Health: Known for his excellent care in men's health.
Palliative Care: Completed further training in palliative care.

Reputation:
Recognised for his excellence, warmth, and compassion in patient care.
Particularly beloved by his younger patients.

Personal Background:
Dr. Brown is a Canberra native, bringing a deep understanding of the local community to his practice.

Areas of Interest:
Children's Health
Men's Health
Family Health

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday

Dr Julie Beuth (Hewitt)

not accepting new patients

Julie is a Kiwi import with over 35 years experience in general practice. She owned her own practice in Macquarie, ACT for 16 years and was one of the original GPs at YourGP@Crace when it opened in 2014. She graduated from the University of Auckland and moved to Australia a few years later in 1989. Her 2 daughters grew up in Canberra and she is now a grandma to two in Melbourne and two in the UK.

Julie and her husband, Wayne, live on a 2-acre property and in 2021 began producing their own olive oil. Wayne makes their own wine, beer and cider with produce from the property. She is a passionate skier and also runs and cycles to keep fit, so don’t be surprised if she routinely questions you about exercise!

Julie’s special clinical interests include skin cancer medicine and surgery, which is now a large part of her practice, and women’s health, but she is happy dealing with all areas of medicine.

Unfortunately, because she still has a large following from her Macquarie practice days, she is not currently able to take on new patients.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Dr Janine Kelly

not accepting new patients

Graduate of the University of Sydney in 1995. Dr Kelly is a caring and friendly doctor with eighteen years of experience in General Practice. She grew up in Sydney but Canberra is her long-term home.

She enjoys all areas of General Practice with special interests in women’s health, pregnancy and paediatrics. She is great with kids and has three children of her own.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Dr John Petelczyc

(away till late October 2024)

Graduated from the University of Sydney in 1981.

Dr Petelczyc was a well-loved and established GP in Belconnen for twenty-five years before moving to YourGP@Crace in 2014. His patients appreciate his warmth, care and experience.

Outside of work Dr Petelczyc has enjoys walking, squash and has a particular love of dogs. He has several wolfhounds and poodles.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Dr John Deery

Accepting new vasectomy patients only.

John practices in all areas of general practice with special interests in sports medicine, paediatrics, men’s health and minor surgery, including tongue tie release. He does a Friday morning vasectomy clinic at the YourGP@Crace theatre, see canberravasectomy.com.au for more details.

From the moment John started General Practice in 2003, he desired to one day open an outstanding practice. He is passionate about providing amazing health care to patients.

John loves sport and was previously a school Australian decathlon champion. He played for the St George Dragons, the Sydney City Roosters and Sydney University Rugby while studying.

John is a devoted IT geek and keeps the practice up to date with technology.

John graduated from the University of NSW in 2000.

John and Mel have three gorgeous children. They have a strong Christian faith.

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Thursday Friday

Lyneham - Wednesday

Denman - Monday

Dr Nicolas Grandjean-Thomsen

(moved to YourGP@Lyneham)

Nick is a traditional all-round General Practice specialist. He is passionate about all topics in men’s, women’s and paediatric health. Having travelled extensively around the world and conducted further studies in the area – he considers himself a travel medicine expert.

Nick graduated from the Australian National University Medical School in 2016. He subsequently spent several years in the ACT hospital system including in ICU, anaesthetics and emergency medicine.

Nick from time to time works with the Royal Flying Doctor Service, running clinics in outback Australia.

During his spare time, Nick loves playing sports, mountain biking, hiking in Namagdi National Park and snowboarding during the winter season. He is an avid traveller and enjoys meeting people from diverse backgrounds and trying different types of food from around the world.

AVAILABILITY

Dr Kristin O'Neill (Retired)

Retired

NOTE: Dr. O'Neill will be retiring from practice effective 1 July 2024; we thank you for your understanding and wish Dr. O'Neill the best in her retirement.

Education and Early Career
University of Sydney Graduate: Achieved first-class Honors in 1998.
Airforce Experience: Served ten years as an Airforce GP, gaining extensive medical experience.

Global Practice
International Exposure: Practiced as a GP in Sydney, Dubai, and Singapore, catering to expatriates from Australia, New Zealand, and patients from over eighty different countries.

Broad Medical Interests: Chose General Practice to engage with all aspects of medicine and stay current in diverse medical fields.

Professional Philosophy
Passion for Family Care: Enjoys caring for multiple generations within families, emphasising a personal and involved approach to patient care.

Areas of Interest:
Children's Health
Families
Women's Health

AVAILABILITY

Dr Mel Deery - available at YourGP@Denman only

not accepting new patients

Mel enjoys all areas of general practice with special interests in paediatrics, women’s health, pregnancy care and mental health.

Mel loves being a GP and a practice owner. Along with her husband John, she is passionate about developing YourGP to better fulfill the vision of ‘genuine care, clinical excellence’. She feels privileged to work alongside such an amazing team of doctors, nurses and administrative staff.

She enjoys walking in Canberra, especially where there are views of the beautiful Brindabella mountain ranges.

Currently available at YourGP@Denman.

Graduate of the University of New South Wales 2000.

Mel and John have three gorgeous children. They have a strong Christian faith.

AVAILABILITY

Denman - Monday Tuesday Friday

Dr Neena Sood - on leave October 2024 to January 2025

Retiring soon

Dr Neena Sood has completed all training requirements of the Royal Australian College in addition to a medical degree, Dr Sood has a special interest in Dermatology (skin related conditions) and has completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Practical Dermatology at the University of Wales, UK.

Dr Sood had been operating as the Principal Doctor of Ngunnawal Skin Clinic for the past 15 years, looking after only skin, hair and nail related conditions, however she is not a Dermatologist or a skin specialist. Dr Sood has post graduate qualifications in Dermatology (Practical Diploma in Dermatology), University of Wales, UK. and has wide experience in looking after patients with Skin, Hair and Nail problems. Dr Sood has now relocated to YourGP@Crace.

Dr Sood is interested in looking after Skin, Hair and Nail related problems. Dr Sood can be consulted for common conditions such as:
* Skin rash - bacteria, viral or fungal
* Pigmented skin conditions
* Drug related skin rash
* Pregnancy related skin rash
* Photosensitive skin rash
* Infantile and neonatal skin conditions
* Acne
* Psoriasis
* Eczema
* Dermatitis
* Skin lumps and bumps
* Skin cancers
* Cysts
* Hair loss
* Itchy scalp
* Disfigured nails.

Dr Sood performs regular skin checks for skin cancers and is interested in minor surgery for removal of skin cancers and other benign skin lesions. She does see patients for general health issues.

Please note:
Standard appointments are 15 minutes and are $130 (excluding Medicare rebate).
Long appointments are 30 minutes and are $230 (excluding Medicare rebate).

AVAILABILITY

Crace - Tuesday

Dr Joanna Lin - currently on maternity leave

not accepting new patients

Dr Joanna Lin is currently on maternity leave.

Joanna enjoys all areas of general practice, and finds establishing long lasting relationships with patients very rewarding. She has special interests in paediatrics, women’s health, antenatal care, and preventative health. She has completed a Diploma of Child Health with Westmead Children’s Hospital.

Joanna completed her undergraduate studies at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) before moving to Canberra for her postgraduate medical degree at the Australian National University.

Having lived in Canberra for the past 8 years, she now considers Canberra home.

In her spare time she enjoys nature walks, getting lost in a good book, trying out new recipes, and travelling.

AVAILABILITY

Dr Adam Wiley - Away from Canberra

not accepting new patients

Adam is currently doing a country term on the South Coast of NSW. We are hoping for his return in 2025.

Adam is a GP registrar. Dr Adam is a Canberra local but undertook most of his medical degree rurally in Tamworth and Armidale. Returning to the ACT he has spent extra years rotating through various specialties of medicine such as obstetrics, intensive care and cardiology. With a passion for holistic health care, education and all areas of general practice he is actively welcoming new patients. Whilst not in the office, Adam can be found hiking, bouldering and diving – having completed a certificate in wilderness medicine in the process.

AVAILABILITY