Doctors

Dr Milan Amirgol

Dr Milan Amirgol Dr Amirgol completed his MBBS at Flinders University, South Australia, and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2005. He has completed postgraduate training in Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery and General Dermatology.

He has a special interest in skin cancer diagnosis and surgery, performing skin cancer excisions, minor surgical procedures, joint and soft tissue injections, while also providing comprehensive care for a wide range of general medical conditions.

Dr Avdo Makas

Dr. Makas earned his medical degree in Sarajevo in 1987 and worked as a General Practitioner before migrating to Australia in 1993. In Australia, he worked at the Werribee Mercy Hospital and the Geelong Hospital where he held the position of Senior Medical Hospital Officer, gaining experience in various surgical disciplines, paediatric anesthetics, rehabilitation medicine, emergency, obstetric gynecology diploma and palliative care. In 2007, he became Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practice.

Dr. Makas possesses expertise in general medicine, pediatric care, women’s health, and minor surgical procedures.

Dr. Cherrilyn Zablan-Salazar

Dr. Cherrilyn completed her medical degree in the Philippines, where she developed a passion for General Practice during two years of rural placement. She went on to undertake four years of specialist training in Family Medicine before relocating to Tasmania in 2014, where she worked as a General Practitioner for five years.

A Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), Dr. Zablan-Salazar has particular interests in dermatology, women’s health (including IUD and Implanon procedures), sexual and reproductive health, and travel medicine. She values building strong connections with her patients, believing that understanding them personally, as well as medically, is essential for effective care.

Outside of her professional life, Cherrilyn enjoys Pilates, cooking, and baking.

Front Desk Staff

Our front desk reception staff consist of Mariska, Cathy, Olivia and Fiona. They are very much family oriented, with many children of their own between them! You will always be welcomed with a friendly smile with the 4 ladies showing enormous empathy to all patients. Mariska and Cathy have worked many years in this profession, with Cathy branching out to be a marriage celebrant as well. Olivia and Fiona have worked with the community and have a great understanding of people’s needs. They look forward to welcoming you to the clinic.

Nurses

Megan, Jorji, Ruth and Ash are the wonderful caring nurses at the clinic, with many years of nursing experience.

With a range of skills and competencies including Nurse Immunisers, Micro ear suction, wound care, health assessments and chronic disease management, our nurses are always happy to help you.

Nurse Manager – Megan

After completing a Bachelor of Nursing degree at Deakin University, Megan has continued her love for Geelong in both the community and practice nursing fields.

Married, a mother to three beautiful children, Megan provides nothing but compassionate care in the work setting also. Further studies in the fields of immunisation, wound care, ear health and drug and alcohol testing add to an already well rounded general practice knowledge base.

Megan loves that “every day in practice nursing provides a unique challenge and the opportunity to care for others”.

Dietician –

Monica Caixinha

Monica Caixinha is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with over 20 years of experience in clinical nutrition. She has worked in various settings, including private practice, hospitals, and academia, both in Australia and overseas. Monica is passionate about helping individuals achieve their health and nutrition goals by providing personalised, evidence-based dietary advice. Her expertise spans a wide range of conditions such as weight management, disordered eating behaviour, cardiovascular health, gastrointestinal issues, diabetes, food intolerances, and women’s health. With a warm and approachable manner, Monica is dedicated to empowering her clients to make positive, sustainable changes for long-term well-being.

Physio

Mark Harris has over 39 years experience as a physiotherapist. working with people with chronic pain, joint, muscle and neurological conditions. He uses a blend of new and traditional techniques, such as dry needling, to improve pain and quality of life.

Senior/Women’s Health Physiotherapist and Clinical Rehabilitation Instructor

Monique completed a Masters of Physiotherapy complimented with a Bachelor of Health Science at La Trobe University Bundoora. Now settled in Geelong with a wealth of overseas experience in London.

Monique taken part in further studies in Women’s Health. She has advanced, post-graduate training in the assessment and management of a variety of Women’s Health conditions. She understands the delicate care that is required when managing your concern and we are passionate about providing a calming and welcoming environment where you feel comfortable and cared for.

As a keen runner and pilates enthusiast, Monique has an understanding of the impact injuries can have on your physical and emotional well-being. She capitalises on her firsthand experience to injury and uses this to find common ground with her patients. Monique aims to provide a positive environment for her patients to thrive in, by facilitating mindful movement and encouraging confidence in their body’s ability.