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Dr Ian Cook undertook study in Organic chemistry with BSC (Hons) and PhD at University of Western Australia with post doctoral studies in the synethic chemistry of biogically active compounds, before completing his medical studies. Upon graduation he served for 3 years with the Australian Army, 1 year at Kapooka, Wagga Wagga and 2 years in Lae, PNG.
On return to Australia he worked in his own practice and then for the Federal Health Department, until starting a busy solo practice in Taree.
During his time in Taree he completed a Masters of Family Medicine (Monash University) and was appointed a Conjoint Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University. He graduated with a Medical Doctorate in evidence based medicine in 2009 and has just this year been promoted to Conjoint Associate Professor of NSW, Conjoint Senior Lecturer at Newcastle University.
“"Doctor Cook has made wide interests in general medicine and also follows Australian Rules Football being the club doctor for a number of teams over the years. Dr Cook is working full time in this area because of his grandchildren who live in Finlay."”
Dr Patrick Farrell has been a General Practitioner in Albury since after taking over the practice of [Late] Dr R King Stevenson at Olive St Clinic, 1987. Prior to general practice he had a 10 year hospital career featuring Emergency Medicine and Medical Administration, including 3 years as Deputy Medical Superintendent Albury Base Hospital. Past President of Albury Base Visiting Medical Officers and Border Medical Associations. Past Board member of Border Division of General Practice. Professional interests other than general practice include orthopaedic surgical assistant AWPH and Insight Clinic medical support at AWPH, VMO Albury Mercy. Dr Farrell joined The Gardens Medical Group in 2008 after 10 years solo general practice and is enjoying the advantages of a modern multiservice medical practice.
Dr Stephen Zhao joined our Practice in February 2012.
Dr Mohammed Quazi joined our Practice in November 2012. Fellowed from RACGP.
Dr Micheal Giltrap joined our Practice in July 2011.
Dr Michael Thomas joined our Practice in May 2011. Dr Thomas is a CASA Accredited Doctor and GP Obstetrician.
Dr Nikita Xiao joined our Practice in February 2014.
Dr Libby Garoni joined our Practice in May 2012.
Dr Woo Tan joined our Practice in February 2014.
Bachelor of Science ( Medicine) , MBBS ( UNSW) , FRACGP Dr Woo Tan completed his medical degree at UNSW in 2005. He spent 7 years at various hospital such as St. George Hospital , John Hunter hospital , Sutherland hospital etc. prior to his GP specialist training. He moved to Albury in 2012. His main areas of interest /passion are chronic disease management such as heart disease, hypertension, respiratory disease and geriatric, paediatric , diabetes , minor surgery such as skin cancer/ lump and bump excision and work cover related consultations. He is a qualified examiner for the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr. Woo Tan also has extensive knowledge in cosmetic medicine such as cosmetic injections, thread lifting and use of laser. He is a medical director of a local Cosmetic Clinic named Seventh Layer Aesthetic Clinic at Albury. Dr. Tan likes spending time with his family, enjoys travelling and loves sports such as tennis, golf and badminton. Lastly, he is a foodie as well.
Dr Peter Love joined our Practice in May 2013.
Dr Peter Love is a registered Q Fever Vaccinator. Please call the surgery on 6058 6110 and ask for Kylie or Shannon to book for your Q Fever Vaccination.
Dr Peter Love also runs the Travel Medicine Clinic on Level 6, Monday and Friday, 2pm - 4pm. Please call 6058 6110 to book an appointment or click the "book online" tab above and book under the Travel Medicine Clinic.
Qualifications: MBBS MPH+TM AFFTM(ACTM) FACRRM Graduated: in 1983 from Sydney University . Since this time Dr Love has been Trained in 1- Medical administration ; 2- Emergency Medicine (dealing with adult and paediatric emergencies) ;
3- Undergraduate teaching ( medical students ) and a conjoint Senior lecturer UNSW Rural Clinical School Albury and Senior Tutor Austin Clinical school, University of Melbourne : 4- Postgraduate Medical Teaching : Director of Clinical training(DCT ABH) and Board member of the then Postgraduate Committee of NSW 5- Rehabilitation Medicine (Spinal, Brain injuries, amputee, chronic functional loss and Aged Care Medicine, palliative Care and Pain Management ) 6- Tropical and Travel medicine a/ Completed and awarded a Masters degree in Tropical Medicine and also Public Health(MPH &TM) through James Cook University Nth Qld b/ Admitted as a member Of The Australasian College of Tropical Medicine(MACTM) c/ Awarded in ceremony Associate Fellow ,Faculty of Travel Medicine of ACTM (AFFTM(ACTM) in 1999 d/ Member of International Association of travel medicine (ISTM) and AsiaPacific travel health Society e/ Yellow fever endorsed practitioner both NSW and Victoria 7- Australasian College Of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) a/ Awarded Fellowship of ACRRM b/ previous Victorian Director of ACRRM c/ Past committee member and Director of PDP ACRRM and finally 8- Rural Specialist GP and accredited Registrar trainee for ACRRM
Dr Christian Fandrich joined our Practice in December 2015.
Dr Bai Xiao joined our Practice in February 2013.
Dr Bai Xiao is a fellow of Royal Australia College of General Practice (RACGP). Prior to joining GMG, she has worked in public hospitals all over Australia for 6 years, where she gained extensive experience in medical and surgical conditions. She is an accredited skin cancer doctor by Skin Cancer College Australasia (SCCA), specialised in skin cancer check and management of melanoma, base cell carcinoma, Squamous cell carcinoma, as well as unwanted benign lesions especially on face and neck, such as benign nevus, vein, and remove by radiofrequency method. She also manages hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) and alopecia (hair loss). Dr Bai runs a Skin Cancer Clinic held on Wed at Thurgoona and Fri at Albury. GP appointments available at both Thurgoona and Albury.
Dr Manzoor is now working exclusively on Level 4 at OccMedi@TheGardens.
OccMedi @ The Gardens has highly trained, professional staff who will help you keep your workplace safe and free from injury. OccMedi @ The Gardens provides you with the most up-to-date advice and the highest standards of occupational health care.
OccMedi @ The Gardens has the expertise, personal care and preventative strategies to ensure your business minimises workplace risks and avoids distressing outcomes. Remember, every injury is one too many.
OccMedi @ The Gardens can help you: Reduce absenteeism and boost productivity Minimise WorkCover and WorkSafe claims Provide complete and immediate care for injured workers Reduce workplace risks through on-site assessments Educate and train your employees on how to stay safe Advise and encourage employees on how to improve their health
For appointments please phone 6058 6175 or email occmedi@thegardensmedical.com.au
Qualifications: MBBS, FRACGP, ACCAM, Cert.Occ.Med
Dr Peerzada joined our Practice in October 2016.
Dr Peerzada is a registered GP with Bupa for Visa Medicals.
Dr Don Jin joined our Practice in February 2017.
Dr Michele Quigley joined our Practice in September 2017.
Dr Quigley is an experienced vocationally registered GP who qualified from the UK in 1987 and migrated to Australia in 1994.
She holds UK diplomas in Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology and so enjoys looking after pregnant Mums and children alike. Other special interests are mens health and occupational medicine.
At home she is married with two adolescent boys and loves family life, gardening, renovating and cooking.
Dr Kanapathipillai joined our Practice in November 2019.
Dr Natasha McLellan joined our Practice in February 2012.
Dr Michael Seymour joined our Practice in March 2020.
Dr Olivia Tham joined our Practice in March 2020.
Dr Iranga Jayasundara joined our Practice in May 2020.
Dr Nishani Kulatunga joined our Practice in June 2020.
Dr Robert Szabo joined our Practice in November 2020.
Dr Robert Szabo graduated from Medicine at Monash University in 1999, and has been a GP since 2004. He previously lived and worked in the border region in the 2000's. After spending some time in Melbourne and Castlemaine, he returned to Albury in 2020 to once again call the border region home.
Dr Szabo is passionate about giving people the option of reversing their medical conditions using a dietary approach, with an emphasis on low carbohydrate nutrition. He enjoys working with people to address their goals by guiding them towards a lifestyle which is likely to provide more energy and vitality.
He has a wealth of experience in using these approaches to treat diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, chronic pain and chronic fatigue.
His interests outside medicine include regenerative cattle farming, his family, nature, physical fitness, weight training and his dogs.
Dr Alan Dyason joined our Practice in February 2021.
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