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David Bugg

Podiatrist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Podiatrist Language: English Gender: Male Education: BSc, BAppSc (Pod)

David Bugg is a director of Sydney City Podiatry and has consulted at Holdsworth House since 2001. David has extensive knowledge of all podiatric complaints and specialises in lower limb biomechanics, sports/activity-related injuries and orthotic therapy. He is regularly invited by the national media to share his expertise in these areas. He has been a guest lecturer at the University of Western Sydney and a clinical supervisor at their podiatry teaching clinic. As a former AFL player, David has a keen interest in the treatment and prevention of injuries in athletes of all ages, whether they be professional sportspersons or those who like to keep fit and pain free. David’s extensive experience comes from years of treating elite athletes including professional soccer, AFL, golf and tennis players. The Sydney City Podiatry group are podiatrists to national soccer teams Sydney FC and Central Coast Mariners in the A-league and draw on this 10 year experience in their patient management. ...

Isabelle Ooi

Podiatrist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Podiatrist Language: English Gender: Female Education: BSc, BAppSc (Pod)

Isabella is part of the Sydney City Podiatry team having completed her studies in Bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Podiatric Medicine. She has experience within both public and private sectors, trained with podiatric surgeons and overseas in Galway, Ireland. Isabella has a particular interest in general foot care (especially diabetic patients), laser therapy for fungal nails and plantar warts, treating ingrown nails and nail surgery. ...

Sarah Howley

Podiatrist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Podiatrist Language: English Gender: Female Education: BAppSc (Pod)

arah has been a part of the Sydney City Podiatry team since 2011. Sarah commenced her studies at The University of South Australia in Human Movement in 2005, before transferring into Podiatry in 2006 with a keen interest in sports and biomechanics, which she completed in 2008. Sarah spent two years working in Central London, with a leader in the field of skin and nail care of the feet from 2009 to 2011. There she practiced nail surgery, alternative skin and nail treatments, and worked closely with numerous footwear companies. Today, Sarah works between Holdsworth House Darlinghurst and The Chatswood Foot Clinic with a range of clients in areas of skin and nail care (including laser therapy for fungal nails), ingrown toenail surgery, wart treatment and biomechanics. ...

Jee Sung

Physiotherapist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Physiotherapist Language: English Gender: Female Education: BAppSc (Phty)

Since graduating from the University of Sydney in 1994, Jee has been rehabilitating people in Australia and the USA, and has been heavily involved in teaching Physiotherapy students. Jee has Post-Graduate qualifications in Aquatic Physiotherapy and her main interests are in Orthopaedics, Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy. ...

Stacey Mccraw

Clinical Psychologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Clinical Psychologist Sub specialities: Couples/Relationship Issues, Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Adolescents 15 years +, Bipolar, Personality Disorders, Depression/Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Work-related Issues, PTSD Language: English Gender: Female Education: B Adv Sc (Hons), M Clin Psych

Stacey is a psychologist with experience in assisting adults and young people adjust to stressful life events such as grief, relationship distress, and workplace or financial difficulty; as well as treat longstanding symptoms of anxiety or low mood. Recently, Stacey has focused on providing therapy to sexually diverse clients in hospital and non-government settings, who are often experiencing ongoing stress following past trauma, and difficulties with drug use. In addition, Stacey has undertaken clinical research studies on bipolar disorder and depression, personality styles, social anxiety, and alcohol use disorders. Stacey completed her Honours degree in Psychology at UNSW in 2006 and holds a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Macquarie University. She is a registered psychologist with the Psychology Board of Australia and is a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association. Stacey has been trained in several evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, schema therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, and takes a flexible approach to treatment, based on the needs and preferences of the individual. ...

Dr Jim Malcolm

Clinical Psychologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Clinical Psychologist Sub specialities: Gender Issues, Couples/Relationship Issues, Sexuality Issues, Substance Abuse, Depression/Anxiety Language: English Gender: Male Education: BA (Hons), M Psych (Hons), PhD, MAPS

Jim Malcolm conducts assessment and treatment of emotional and psychological problems for individuals who are experiencing difficulties with anxiety, depression and worry, life adjustment issues, problems with drug or alcohol use, or concerns associated with sexuality and sexual identity. He has had extensive experience teaching clinical psychology practice in a university setting, has published research in the area of male sexual identity development, bisexuality and internalised homophobia, and is committed to evidence-based practice. Dr Malcolm does not normally undertake couples therapy. Dr Jim Malcolm is a member of the College of Clinical Psychologists, the Australian Medical and Professional Society on Alcohol and Drugs and an Associate Member of the International Academy of Sex Research. He is also an Adjunct Fellow in the School of Social Sciences and Psychology at Western Sydney University. ...

Dr Barbara Rysenbry

Clinical Psychologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Clinical Psychologist Sub specialities: Stress Management, Couples/Relationship Issues, Adolescents 15 years +, Depression/Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Work-related Issues, Career/Vocational issues Language: English Gender: Female Education: BA, BSc (Hons), D Clin Psych, MAPS

Barbara is a clinical psychologist who specialises in helping adults and adolescents work through difficulties such as depression, anxiety, grief / loss, post-traumatic stress, work stress, difficulty coping with illness, relationship difficulties and problems adjusting to stressful life events and transitions. Barbara’s approach is collaborative, solution-focused and strengths-based, with the aim of helping clients to make sense of their difficulties, enhance their coping skills and find positive ways of moving forward in their lives. She uses evidence-based therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Positive Psychology in her practice. Barbara is also a member of the APS College of Clinical Psychologists. ...

Linda Cumines

Dietitian at College St Specialists

Specialities: Nutritionist Dietitian Language: English Gender: Female Education: B.sc, Postgrad Dip Nutrition & Dietetics, APD

Linda Cumines, an accredited practicing Dietitian for over 35 years works collaboratively with clients to achieve nutritious, delicious and healthy outcomes. After many years of experience gained through hospital, medical and private practice, Linda practices a client driven pragmatic approach towards promoting health eating behaviours, strengthening food confidence and nutrition alertness. ...

A/Prof Mark Danta

Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist Sub specialities: HIV, Hepatitis, General Gastroenterology, Liver Language: English Gender: Male Education: B Med, DTM&H, MPH, MD, FRACP

Mark Danta is an Associate Professor of Medicine, UNSW and a Hepatologist, St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney. He graduated from the University of Newcastle, NSW in 1992 and trained in Gastroenterology in Sydney. Developing an interest in liver disease and viral hepatitis he completed his clinical training in Hepatology at the Royal Free Hospital, London in 2001-2003. Following his clinical training he focused on research with a particular interest in viral hepatitis. He then completed his doctoral thesis on hepatitis C and HIV co-infection at the University College London in 2006. He returned to St Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney in 2007 as a Clinical Academic with the Faculty of Medicine, UNSW. He continues his research into viral hepatitis and advanced liver disease with independent funding and grants awarded from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NH&MRC). He is also a regular reviewer for a number of international peer reviewed journals. He has ongoing research collaborations with the Kirby Institute, Garvan Institute and Victor Chang, UNSW and Pharma trialing new therapies for viral hepatitis. ...

A/Prof David Gracey

Nephrologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Nephrologist Sub specialities: General Nephrology, Kidney Failure, UTI, Chronic viral infections, High blood pressure, Renal Medicine, Transplant, Dialysis Language: English Gender: Male Education: MBBS, FRACP, (Nephrology), PhD

David Gracey is a Senior Staff Specialist at the Renal Unit at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney and the Statewide Renal Transplant Service, with appointments at Wagga Wagga, Griffith and The Canberra Hospital. He is an Associate Professor at the Central Clinical School, University of Sydney. He completed a PhD in Immunology at The Centenary Institute, University of Sydney, investigating the mechanisms of renal allograft rejection. David’s clinical focus is the interaction of the immune system with renal disease; particularly in renal transplantation and chronic viral infections. He has published Australian Guidelines regarding the assessment and suitability of patients with chronic viral infections for renal transplantation. He has published widely on kidney disease in patients infected with HIV, and continues research in this area, as well as investigating the immune profile of renal transplant patients and their subsequent risk of allograft rejection. ...

Dr Michael Mina

Infectious Disease Physician at College St Specialists

Specialities: Infectious Disease Physician Sub specialities: Tropical medicine, Infectious diseases, HIV, Hepatitis, Tuberculosis Language: English Gender: Male Education: MBChB (Hons), MRCP, FRACP, MIPH (Hons), DTM&H

Michael Mina is an infectious diseases, tropical medicine and general physician at Blacktown, Mona Vale and St Luke’s Hospitals, as well as Holdsworth House Medical Practice. He has a clinical and research interest in hepatitis, HIV and tuberculosis and has published in these fields. He has worked overseas in Europe, Africa and Asia and also spends time working amongst Aboriginal communities in the Top End and Central Australia. Michael has qualifications from both the UK and Australia, including MB ChB (Honours), FRACP, MRCP, DTM&H and MIPH (Honours) and he is currently undertaking a PhD in hepatitis at the Kirby Institute, UNSW. ...

Dr Mark Polizzotto

Haematologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Haematologist Sub specialities: Immune Deficiency, HIV , Cancer, Chronic Viral Infections Language: English Gender: Male Education: MBBS, FRACP, FRCPA

Mark is a consultant haematologist who holds a dual appointment with The Kirby Institute for Infection and Immunity and St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney. He is an NHMRC Australian Clinical Research Fellow and the Cancer Institute NSW Future Research Leader Fellow. Mark leads the joint Kirby Institute/St Vincent’s clinical research program in cancer and immune deficiency, which is unique in the Asia Pacific. He established and is the principal investigator for the Australian site of the U.S. National Cancer Institute AIDS Malignancy Consortium, their only core site outside the United States. Mark sees patients with the full range of blood disorders, with a particular interest in the prevention and treatment of blood disorders and cancers occurring in people with HIV and other immune deficiencies or chronic viral infections. ...

Dr Christopher Muir

Endocrinologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Endocrinologist Sub specialities: Thyroid Issues, Adrenal Issues, Transgender medicine, Pituitary Issues, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, General Endocrinology, Reproductive Endocrinology & Hormone Replacement, Diabetes, Obesity Language: English Gender: Male Education: MBBS, MSc, FRACP

Dr. Christopher Muir is a consultant Endocrinologist dedicated to providing personalised and evidence-based care. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery with honours from the University of Sydney in 2011 and underwent subspecialty training in Endocrinology at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Sydney and Concord Repatriation General Hospital. Dr. Muir holds a Conjoint Associate Lecturer position with the University of New South Wales, and is involved with medical student as well as junior medical officer and registrar teaching. He maintains professional membership with the Endocrine Society of Australia, Australasian Diabetes Society, American Thyroid Association and the Endocrine Society (United States). He is active in clinical research, and his findings have been presented at both national and international endocrine society meetings, as well as published in a number of peer reviewed journals. Dr. Muir maintains a broad interest in all aspects of Endocrinology, and consults on patients with complex hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes, bone, thyroid, pituitary and adrenal conditions. ...

Dr James Thompson

Urologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Urologist Sub specialities: Bladder, Cancer, Robotics, Prostate Language: English Gender: Male Education: B.Sc (Med), FRACS (Urology), PhD (Prostate Cancer Research), IMGSS Robotic Oncology Fellowship

Dr James Thompson is an experienced robotic, laparoscopic, endoscopic and open urological surgeon, having completed a 6-year College of Surgeons accredited training program in all aspects of general urology in 2016. He has specialty training in (and passion for) the treatment of prostate and bladder cancer using the latest robotic surgery techniques. He undertook a post-graduate fellowship in robotic and open uro-oncology at University College London Hospital in 2017, then was appointed at UCLH as a consultant robotic and open uro-oncologic surgeon in late 2017. In 2018, he accepted an offer to return to Sydney as a staff specialist at St George Hospital. ...

Dr Phil Huang

Orthopaedic Surgeon at College St Specialists

Specialities: Orthopaedic Surgeon Sub specialities: Knee, Trauma, Robotics, Reconstruction, Hip, ACL Language: English Gender: Male Education: MBBS (Hons), FAORTHA, FRACS (Orth), M.Phil Cantab, BENG (Hons)

Phil is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and the Australian Orthopaedic Association. After graduating with his medical degree, Phil spent his junior years at Royal North Shore Hospital and completed his orthopaedic training in NSW. In his final year as a registrar, Phil worked at the Mater Hospital under the guidance of Professor Leo Pinczewski, Professor Justin Roe and Professor Bill Walter Jr during which time he assisted in over 450 ACL reconstructions. This cemented his interest in conditions around the hip and knee and he completed his sub-specialty fellowship with Dr Michael O’Sullivan and Dr Matthew Lyons at the Mater Hospital for a further 12 months in complex hip and knee revisions. Following this, Phil was awarded the coveted ISOC Traveling Fellowship. With only 1 fellowship awarded globally each year, the experience provided him the privileged opportunity to further develop his specialised capabilities, particularly in cartilage restoration and the use of robotics in surgery. His fellowship saw him work for a year alongside world-leading surgeons in 3 institutions: University Hospitals Leuven (Belgium) Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN, USA) Hospital for Special Surgery (New York, NY, USA) Phil is currently appointed at North Shore Private and Mater Hospitals. ...

Dr Veronica Tung

Geriatrician at College St Specialists

Specialities: Geriatrician Sub specialities: Medication Management, Dementia and Cognitive Disorders, Neurodegenerative disorders, Falls assessment and prevention, Orthogeriatric Care, Frailty assessment Language: English Gender: Female Education: BMed, MMed (ClinEpi), FRACP

Veronica is a Geriatrician dedicated to providing comprehensive care to older individuals. She is a Staff Specialist Geriatrician at Concord Repatriation General and Royal Prince Alfred Hospitals. She received her Bachelor of Medicine from the University of Newcastle and Master of Medicine (Clinical Epidemiology) from the University of Sydney. She completed her specialist Geriatric training at St Vincent’s, Concord and Royal Prince Alfred Hospitals. She holds a Conjoint Associate Lecturer position with the University of New South Wales. She has been heavily involved with supervising physician trainees as an RACP Local Examination Organiser and is committed to quality teaching. Veronica excels in all aspects of Geriatric Medicine with particular interests in dementia syndromes, behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia, and other neurodegenerative disorders. She also has interests in orthogeriatric and perioperative medicine. ...

Dr Keith Johnson

Neuropsychiatrist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Psychiatrist Neuropsychiatrist Sub specialities: Sleep Disorders, Insomnia, Sleep disorders, ADHD, Insomnia, ADHD Language: English Gender: Male Education: MBBS, FRACP, FRCPA

Keith Johnson BA (French), BSc(Med), MBBS, MMed (Sleep) FRANZCP graduated in Arts/Medicine from the UNSW Australia in 2002. He completed his training in psychiatry in 2012 in various hospitals in the South East Sydney Local Health District including Prince of Wales, St Vincent’s and the Sutherland Hospitals, and further training in Consultation Liaison Psychiatry in 2015. He was awarded the NSW Institute of Psychiatry Fellowship in Intellectual Disability Mental Health in 2011 where he completed placements at The Department of Developmental Disability Neuropsychiatry (3DN) and Kogarah Diagnostic and Assessment Service. Between 2012 and 2013 he did further training in Learning Disabilities with Southern Health NHS Trust in Oxford, United Kingdom. During that time, he did placements at the National Brain Injury Centre, St Andrew’s Hospital, Northampton, Northamptonshire and The National Epilepsy Society, Chalfont St Peter, Buckinghamshire. On return to Australia, he worked as a Neuropsychiatrist/Liaison Psychiatrist at Wollongong Hospital establishing a neuropsychiatry clinic and a brain injury mental health clinic. He also created and ran a 3-session psychoeducation group programme for Functional Neurological Disorder (FND). He completed his Masters of Medicine (Sleep Medicine) in 2016 and is currently completing a Doctor of Philosophy in Insomnia. He currently works at the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research in Glebe and Camperdown. Dr Johnson works at Integrated Sleep Health on Wednesdays. His areas of interest include insomnia and other sleep disorders, neuropsychiatric and neurodevelopmental disorders and the assessment and management of adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ...

Dr Richard Sippe

Psychiatrist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Psychiatrist Sub specialities: Eating Disorders, Personality Disorders, Mood Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Anxiety Disorders Language: English Gender: Male Education: MBBS

Initially trained as general physician (MRCP, Lond). Became aware of the frequency of misdiagnosed or too late diagnosed (multiple investigations,etc) psychiatric disorder in medical practice. Changed to psychiatry (FRANZCP 1982). My career followed the common pattern of a few staff specialist jobs (chiefly St Vincent’s Sydney, late 80’s to mid 90’s), gradually doing more private, less public work until 2005. At St Vincent’s I was attached to the inpatient HIV unit and to palliative care, but had other duties, varying somewhat over time, including community psychiatry and general inpatient and outpatient work.Since 2005 I’ve lived between Germany (Munich) and Australia, doing yearly locums of 3-4 months all over Australia. I’m very much a general psychiatrist but have a particular interest in Affective Disorders, especially the subclinical part of the continuum, which overlaps with so many other psychiatric entities. As above, I’m a generalist, place emphasis on diagnosis and on a biological approach. Psychologically I use in general an Object Relations type of therapy. ...

A/Prof Delwyn Bartlett

Insomnia Specialist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Psychologist Insomnia Specialist Sub specialities: Depression & Anxiety, Parasomina, Sleeping Disturbances, Trauma, Sleep Apnea Language: English Gender: Female Education: B.Nursing

Delwyn Bartlett is a Clinical Associate Professor at the Central Clinical School of Medicine at the University of Sydney where she received her PhD in 2002. She is a registered psychologist who has been predominantly working in the area of sleep health and psychology since 1993. She treats patients with sleep disorders such as insomnia, sleep apnea, and parasomnias as well as depression and anxiety. Delwyn has been involved in sleep research in Australia since 1993. Some of her recent roles have included a chief investigator examining the efficacy of a CBT intervention to improve the uptake and adherence to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) for individuals with obstructive sleep apnea. She was also a chief investigator investigating a CBT insomnia intervention for adolescents with sleeping problems funded by Rotary as well as an associate investigator examining the effectiveness of different doses of melatonin in individuals with delayed sleep phase disorder. Currently she is chief Investigator for a BUPA grant looking at as CBT sleep intervention for first time mothers to reduce the risk of post natal depression. Delwyn has been responsible for bringing an internationally validated group cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) programme to Sydney via the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. She now offers this at the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research, St Vincent’s Clinic and Hornsby Sleep Disorders Services. ...

Jo Leidreiter

Psychologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Psychologist Specialty: Bipolar, Mood disorders, Depression/Anxiety Language: English Gender: Female Education: PsyBA MAPS, PG Dip (Prof Psych), BA(Psych)

Jo is a registered psychologist with over 13 years extensive clinical experience in treating Bipolar, Depression & Mood Disorders. Treatment and psycho-education is largely based upon a dynamic therapeutic approach from a range of evidence based mood interventions that includes: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Social Rhythms Therapy (IPSRT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Jo has a particular interest in integrative mental health and wellness coaching for mood regulation that includes supportive strategies around brain health, sleep, nutrition, exercise and routine. She is passionate about helping patients improve the quality of their life and has a supportive, non-judgemental and empathic style of therapy. Specialising in treatment for: Bipolar I Disorder Bipolar II Disorder Cyclothymic Disorder Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia) Mood Dysregulation Accredited therapeutic interventions using: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Schema Therapy Relaxation training Mindfulness training Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Integrative Mental Health ...

Dr Benjamin Trewin

Neurologist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Neurologist Sub specialities: Multiple Sclerosis, Neuroimmunological disorders, Botulinum Toxin for Migraine Language: English Gender: Male Education: FRACP, MBBS, BAppSc

Benjamin is a consultant Neurologist with a warm, professional attitude who places great value on leveraging his specialist experience and emotional astuteness to provide optimal outcomes for all neurology patients. He completed his BAppSc (Exercise & Sport Science & Nutrition) in 2007 and MBBS in 2012 at the University of Sydney. He completed his specialty training at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and Concord Repatriation General Hospital. He is in the process of obtaining his PhD in Neuroimmunology and is a published first author in a peer-reviewed journal, who has authored numerous conference abstracts and delivered an oral platform presentation at the International Society of Neuroimmunology meeting 2018. Benjamin has specialist expertise in Multiple Sclerosis and other Neuroimmunological disorders, has trained in a comprehensive epilepsy centre and obtained extensive experience in general neurology. He maintains a broad interest in all aspects of Neurology: complex headache disorders, including Botulinum Toxin administration for chronic migraine; cognitive neurology; Parkinson Disease; dizziness and vestibular disorders; and stroke prevention. ...

Dr Christian Fernandez

Chiropractor at College St Specialists

Specialities: Chiropractor Language: English Gender: Male

Brett Andrew

Physiotherapist at College St Specialists

Specialities: Physiotherapist Language: English Gender: Male

Dr David Samra

Sport & Exercise Medicine Physician at College St Specialists

Specialities: Sport & Exercise Medicine Physician Language: English Gender: Male

Dr Samra practices across all areas of Sport and Exercise Medicine and non-surgical orthopaedics including: - Exercise prescription - Dietary optimization - Injection treatments - Lifestyle optimization He sees all patients no matter how young or old, fit or unfit. Dr Samra does not require a GP referral to consult patients. ...

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