We’re proud to have such an incredible team of female GPs and team members in our clinics in Geelong and Torquay. Our team of female GPs bring an exceptional touch to medicine that is refreshing and comforting. Book your next appointment online with one of our GPs below and we look forward to meeting you soon.
Our holistic approach to healthcare encompassed mind, body and soul, to ensure you are healthy in every sense of the word. Our GPs and specialists truly put the patient first and care about the health of you and your family. We take the time to get to understand your lifestyle and health goals and your GP will truly listen and help you achieve optimal health.
With so much information being published on the internet, it can be confusing to find what information is useful, accurate and easy to understand. Here you will find information written by our doctors with topics ranging from how to help your teenage daughter with her first period to managing menopausal symptoms. A dedicated patient information page is being setup and will be available shortly. Follow us here for more info.
Pap Smears / Cervical Screening Test
Menstrual problems
Medical Termination of Pregnancy
Pregnancy testing
Menopause / Peri-Menopause Management
Contraception
Emergency contraception
Skin Checks
Family Planning
Breast examinations
Osteoporosis
IUD insertions
Mental Health Consultation
Sexually Transmissible Infections (STIs)
Vaginal infections
Other women’s health issues
Our female general practitioners are committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for women of all ages. We believe in empowering our patients to take charge of their health and well-being through education and preventative care. Whether you need a routine check-up, a specialised consultation, or ongoing care, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Amanda is a well-traveled, empathetic doctor who is passionate about holistic medicine. She enjoys empowering people to understand their health and aim for long term better health outcomes.
Amanda’s particular areas of interest in general practice are sports medicine, women’s health and Sexual Health. We are pleased to see that Amanda has become an integral part of our team. Dr Amanda is available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, please book online or via reception for an appointment.
Dr Deepa is a specialist GP who completed her GP training in the UK before moving to Australia in 2021.She has over 10 years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in the UK before deciding to pursue a career in General Practice in 2014.
She enjoys treating patients of all ages and also enjoys the diversity General Practice provides.
Areas of special Interest are:
Dr Natasha has arrived in Australia in 2015. Upon completion of her training, she got her Fellowship of General Practitioner (FRACGP) in Australia.
Natasha provides consultations in the clinic or in the comfort of your home, removing the inconvenience of getting to a medical centre and sitting in the waiting room.
Natasha has a special interest in women’s health, paediatrics and obstetrics. She also does procedures such as insertion of Intrauterine Device (IUD) and providing Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTOP).
She currently lives in Torquay and provides home visiting GP services in Torquay, Jan Juc, Bellbrae, Freshwater Creek, Moriac, Mount Duneed, Armstrong Creek, Belmont, Grovedale, Highton & Newcomb (to Banksia’s regular patients).
When booking an appointment, the consultation will be a Home Visit, in clinic or a Telehealth consultation.
Monday: Not working.
Tuesday: Home visits.
Wednesday: Torquay clinic.
Thursday: Home visits.
Friday: Torquay clinic.
The current out of pocket fee for home visits and consultations in the clinic are similar (roughly $62) for a 30 min consultation. Patients usually asks where she prefers to see patients, and that is her response: “I truly love the home visits and I do have a special preference to home visits, but I understand some patients prefer the clinic for several reasons, and I want to continue supporting them, hence the recent increase in the clinic consultations. But please, who still likes/needs/prefers home visits, rest assured that I am more than happy to see you in the comfort of your home. I truly enjoy it.”
Dr Jenny Huang received her medical training in the UK and decided upon General Practice as a specialty after finding herself enjoying all the specialties she experienced during her training.
Jenny is passionate about knowing her patients, what is important to them, and helping to support them. For Jenny, this is about her patients physical health , as well as their mental and social wellbeing.
When Dr Jenny came to Geelong a year ago, she saw a way of life similar to where she grew up – New Zealand.
When away from work she loves swimming, kayaking, bodyboarding, painting, dancing and exploring nature.
New patients welcome, to make a booking, please call or book online.
Genevieve started out as a genetics research scientist, but quickly figured out that for her, it was more fun to work with humans than cells in laboratories! She went back to school to study Medicine and graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2011. She moved to Geelong for a temporary training
post in 2014….and never left.
She loves it down here, with her husband, rescue greyhound, and three movie theatres to choose from (well when they are open). She has since become a fellow of the Royal Australian College of the General Practitioners and absolutely loves the variety of patients and issues she sees in General Practice. From newborns to teenagers, and grown-ups to seniors… being a GP is her favourite job so far.
Holly provides a warm, welcoming space and meets every client’s concerns with compassion and respect. She offers a holistic mind/body approach that is client centered and considers important environmental and biological factors that may impact psychological well-being.
Her experience has spanned the private, not-for-profit and tertiary sectors with a particular focus on helping people (aged 16 and over) to address anxiety, depression, grief and loss, postnatal depression, trauma and abuse, and life direction and adjustment issues. She is passionate about the relationship between sleep, nutrition and mood- particularly in young people.
She uses techniques including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), schema therapy and relaxation and meditation techniques but always tailors her approach to the individual clients needs.
Holly has loved growing her private practice on the Surf Coast over the past 5 years and is now excited to be accepting new referrals for young people aged 16-25 years at Banksia Medicine from April 2023. Holly will continue to see adults over the age of 25 at her practice in Anglesea. For more info please see her webpage at www.surfcoastpsychology.com
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In Australia, women and people with a cervix aged 25–74 are invited for a Cervical Screening Test every 5 years. You can choose self-collection (a simple vaginal swab) if you prefer; your GP will guide you.
BreastScreen Australia invites ages 50–74 every 2 years (free). People 40–49 or 75+ can discuss screening with their GP and still attend.
LARCs (IUDs and the implant) are the most effective reversible options. The Mirena® hormonal IUD is now approved for up to 8 years; Kyleena® lasts 5 years. Your GP can help you compare choices.
The sooner the better. Levonorgestrel works best within 72 hours (may help up to 96h); ulipristal acetate works up to 120 hours (5 days). A copper IUD is the most effective option and can be used up to 5 days.
Offer annual opportunistic STI screening to young people, with tests tailored to risk (e.g., chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B). Your GP will advise based on history and symptoms.
Yes. Heavy menstrual bleeding is a common cause of iron deficiency/anaemia. See your GP for assessment (bleeding causes, iron studies) and treatment options (medical or procedural).
Women’s/pelvic health physiotherapists provide assessment and targeted pelvic-floor training; this supports bladder/bowel control and sexual function. Your GP can refer you.
Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) is the most effective treatment for vasomotor symptoms when there are no contraindications. Non-hormonal options exist too; care is individualised.
Aim for your first antenatal visit by 10 weeks. Early checks typically include blood tests (e.g., FBC, blood group/antibodies, hepatitis B/C, HIV, syphilis, rubella), urine culture, and screening discussions.
Yes. A free catch-up dose is available up to age 26 under the National Immunisation Program (different advice if immunocompromised). Ask your GP or pharmacist.
Self-collection with an HPV test is a clinically validated option under the National Cervical Screening Program and is offered through your healthcare provider.
Yes — Banksia Medical Centre has female GPs across Newcomb and Torquay. Check current availability when booking.
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