Meet Our Independent Doctors

Dr Sharon Muir

Principal

Available:  Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri & some Saturdays

Dr Muir finished her schooling at Richmond High and began a career in the health fields at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in 1976, completing General Nursing and topping the NSW Nurses Registration Board exam. With experience in Intensive Care and Cardiology, Sharon completed further training in Midwifery at Westmead Hospital before becoming a nurse educator and eventually a Clinical Nurse Consultant in Endocrinology.

With 15 years of experience in nursing she decided to expand her role by going back to Sydney University to study medicine. Expecting to specialise in endocrinology, Sharon instead found an interest in every aspect of medicine and a special interest in making a difference in the lives of people who come into contact with the health system. To that end she chose to specialise in General Practice, to get to know the individuals that make up a local community, their friends, family and neighbours, and to help them set and achieve their health goals. Her enthusiasm for this task continues to drive ongoing self-education, honing skills in many areas, completing more courses, and sharing the passion for this role with students and other GPs.

Sharon will continue to welcome all ages, genders and cultures and is particularly keen to reach those most vulnerable or reluctant to engage with their health concerns.

Dr Michelle Crockett

Principal

Available:  Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu & some Saturdays

Dr Crockett grew up on the Northern Beaches of Sydney completing her schooling at Stella Maris College in Manly. On completing her medical degree at the University of Sydney, she spent her years as a junior doctor at Westmead, Blacktown and Mt Druitt Hospitals.

Michelle enjoyed working with the people of Western Sydney and set up a practice in St Marys, later joining a group practice in Penrith. During her training as a GP, Michelle developed an interest in managing work injuries and did further training in this area through WorkCover NSW. She currently lectures to other GPs on managing work related injuries.

With a growing burden of mental health problems in the community and a limited number of psychiatrists in Western Sydney, Michelle developed an interest in mental health and has completed extra training including delivering focused psychological strategies. Having worked in Western Sydney for over 30 years Michelle has many long term patients and continues to enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds as well as teaching the doctors of the future. She has been the president of the Nepean Medical Association since 2008.

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Dr Kim Loo

General Practitioner

Available:  Mon, Wed & Fri

Dr Kim Loo has had extensive experience in General Practice, providing long term continuity of care for her patients. She has completed a Diploma of Paediatrics from UNSW, and is a Fellow of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

She has a keen interest in lifestyle modification for weight loss and mental health, paediatrics developmental and behavioural problems, and women’s health.

Dr Rumi Liyanagamage

General Practitioner

Available:  Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri plus one Sat/mth

Rumi is an empathetic senior general practitioner with 20 years of experience in Australian general practice. She is passionate about helping patients achieve their health goals and promoting social and emotional wellbeing.

Rumi studied medicine in the University of Adelaide on a merit scholarship awarded to her based on her academic excellence in HSC. She moved to Sydney and worked in St Vincent’s Hospital and Nepean Hospital as a resident medical officer, acquiring many skills. She also completed a diploma in child health at Westmead Hospital.

She enjoys looking after children, adolescents, young adults, and elderly people alike. She treats three generations of the same family. She also inserts intra uterine devices, hormone implants and engages in women’s health. Having looked after her elderly mother with dementia, she is keen on supporting elderly patients and their families too.

In her free time, she practices mindful meditation.

Dr Hanaa Wanis

Independent GP : Dr. Hanaa Wanis, MBBS (Hons), DCH, FRACGP, FACAM

Dr. Hanaa Wanis is an accomplished General Practitioner, holding multiple prestigious qualifications. She graduated with honors in medicine, possesses a Diploma of Child Health, and is a Fellow of both the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine. (Cosmetic medicine)

**Availability:**
– Monday, Wednesday, Friday
– 3rd Saturday of each month

**Special Interests:**
– Women’s and children’s health
– Older adults’ health
– Aesthetic medicine

**Procedures:**
– Implanon provider
– Skin consultations
– Microneedling
– Cosmetic injectables
– Skin excisions

Dr. Wanis is dedicated to promoting health awareness in the local community.

**Personal Interests:**
– Art
– Learning music
– Quality time with her children

Care Plans with Dr Hanaa Wanis

Dr Wanis discusses the reasons why it is important to have a care plan in place and also being treated by the same doctor.

Dr Ayesha Choudhury

General Practitioner

Available:  Mon, Wed, Fri and occasional Saturdays

Ayesha undertook her internship and residency at Bankstown Hospital and Campbelltown hospital. As well as enjoying all aspects of general practice, she has a special interest in paediatrics, women’s health and aged care/geriatrics. She is also interested in medical research and has done research work in lymphoma with The Canberra Hospital.

Dr Melissa Joseph

General Practitioner

Available:  Tue, Fri plus one Sat/mth

Melissa chose to set up her practice at this location, with the support of the RFMP team, in 2019 after gathering career experience in a wide variety of areas.  Melissa is passionate about working with patients to help them achieve and maintain their best health. She enjoys the individualised challenge of meeting the needs of patients, and establishing goals that align with each patient’s unique life journey.

On work days when Melissa is not at the practice, you will find her pursuing her special interest in medical education. She works for the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners as Deputy Head of Training for the Nepean, Western and Northern Sydney local area, supporting out-of-practice education and mentoring for GPs in training.

In her spare time, Melissa is a keen orienteer and enjoys travelling to all parts of the state and country to find new forests in which to run.

Dr Anne Trang

General Practitioner

Available:  Tue and Thu, 10:00am to 4:20pm.

Anne has been at RFMP since 2015 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. She completed her Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery degree at UNSW. She has worked in hospitals across NSW including Westmead Children’s Hospital, Westmead, Blacktown, St George, Sutherland and Orange in specialties such as paediatrics, obstetrics/gynaecology, aged care, rehabilitation, emergency and surgery. She has experience in General Practice in Blacktown, Penrith, Coffs Harbour and Mildura.

Anne enjoys the wide variety that comes with general practice with special interests in Children’s and Women’s Health. She holds a Diploma of Child Health (USYD) and FPAA Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health.

Anne is able to speak Mandarin, Cantonese and Teochew. When she isn’t working, Anne enjoys new food discoveries, exercising, travelling and spending time with her family and friends.

Dr Matthew Lam

General Practitioner

Available:  Due to an unexpected family illness, Dr Lam has had to reduce his working schedule to Tuesdays only starting immediately.  If you are unable to secure an appointment with Dr Lam, please consult one of the registrars or any of the available doctors at the practice.

Dr Matthew Lam graduated from The University of New South Wales (2013) and completed residency training at Westmead and Ryde Hospitals with a focus in Emergency Care.  He then completed his GP specialty training in 2020.

Dr Lam’s interest areas are in chronic disease (esp. diabetes, cardiovascular and renal diseases), aged care and preventative care.  Outside of the clinic he also works in the assessment of GP trainees, editing clinical guidelines and advising healthcare companies.

When not at work Dr Lam enjoys spending time with his family, walking his pet greyhound and trying to survive a Crossfit WOD.

Care Plans with Dr Matthew Lam

Dr Lam discusses why care plans are so important to assist in detecting problems before they occur.

Dr Aarti Ganapathi

General Practitioner

Available:  Dr Aarti is currently on maternity leave until 31st January, 2025.

BSc, MBBS, Diploma of Child Health, FRACGP, Certificate of Reproductive and and Sexual Health.

Aarti is an experienced GP with a wide breadth of knowledge in all aspects of general practice. She has a keen interest in women and children’s health, mental health, management of chronic and complex illness, addiction medicine and care for LGBTQ+ communities.

Aarti completed her medical training at the University of Sydney and subsequently worked at Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Canterbury Hospital and in paediatrics at the Children’s Hospital Westmead. She has worked for a number of years as a medical officer at Silverchain Palliative Care, providing end of life care to those with terminal illness’ in Western Sydney.

Aarti is currently completing further specialist training in Addiction Medicine and is an accredited prescriber for Opiate Substitution Therapy.  

She works at Riverstone Family Medical Practice on Mondays and Thursdays.

Dr Melody Ling Chiou

General Practitioner

Available:  Mon, Thu & Fri

Dr Melody Chiou completed her postgraduate medical degree from the Australian National University. She attained Fellowship of Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2021. As a junior doctor she gained experience in wide ranging areas including Renal Medicine, Gastroenterology, Orthopaedics, Emergency, General Surgery & Medicine, Paediatrics, and Obstetrics and Gynaecology at The Canberra Hospital and St George Public Hospital.

Dr Chiou loves the breadth of knowledge required in general practice and the ability to provide continuity of care to her patients. With extensive experience in Women’s Health, she can provide antenatal shared care and insert Implanons. She also has a keen interest in skin cancer and performs minor skin procedures including biopsies and excisions. She is proficient in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions owing to her undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy.

Dr Chiou speaks fluent Mandarin. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her young family, dancing, traveling and reading.

Care Plans with Dr Melody Chiou

Dr Chiou discusses why care plans are so important to assist in detecting problems before they occur.

Dr Kiran Shrestha

General Practitioner

Available:  Tue, Wed & Fri

Dr Shrestha has over 10 years’ experience as a doctor and has worked in both urban and rural general practice. He is interested in all aspects of general practice with a specific interest in skin cancer medicine, geriatrics, chronic illness, managing work injuries and pre-employment medicals. He has a masters of public health and a diploma of child health.

Dr Shrestha has a Diploma in Skin Cancer Medicine and Dermoscopy, along with an Advanced Certificate in Skin Cancer Surgery.

Continuously dedicated to expanding his diagnostic and treatment skills, Dr Shrestha has acquired expertise in various procedures including biopsies, excisions, skin grafts and flaps, cryotherapy, and topical treatment for skin cancer.

With an interest in occupational medicine, he has a certificate in Clinical Occupational Medicine from  Monash University.

Dr Shrestha will be available every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.  He is keen to establish long term relationships with his patients. He speaks English, Nepali, Hindi (basic) and Chinese (basic).

In his spare time he enjoys watching soccer, cricket and spending quality time with his family.

Dr Larry Lam

GP Registrar

Available:  Mon, Wed, Thu & alternate Saturdays

Larry is a doctor who graduated in Medicine/Surgery from Western Sydney University. From there, he undertook internship and residency training at Liverpool Hospital before choosing to specialise in General Practice with his early experience in Katoomba. As a GP registrar, he has also completed the Sydney Child Health Program (formerly known as Diploma in Child Health) and Family Planning NSW’s Implanon Insertion and Removal Training. He is almost finished his specialty training and just as enthusiastic as ever to provide high quality holistic care to patients.

Care Plans with Dr Larry Lam

Dr Lam discusses why care plans are so important to assist in detecting problems before they occur.

Dr Karen Zheng

GP Registrar

Dr Karen Zheng is a GP registrar who completed her medical degree at the University of New South Wales and underwent internship and residency training at Hornsby Hospital, Northern Beaches Hospital and Westmead Children’s Hospital with experience in Emergency Medicine, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

She is passionate about caring for patients from all walks of life and patient-centred care.  She has a particular interest in Women’s and Children’s health and is currently completing the Graduate Diploma of Child Health to further her knowledge in looking after paediatric patients.

Dr Hannah Galvin

GP Registrar

Available:  Tue, Wed & Fri

Dr Hannah Galvin is a Registrar of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and obtained her medical degree at the University of Notre Dame, Sydney. Prior to studying medicine she completed a degree in Nutrition and Exercise and Sport Science at Sydney University.

Hannah has worked for over 5 years in medicine including training in Paediatrics at Sydney Children’s hospital.

Hannah has a rural background and enjoys working with people of all ages and backgrounds. She likes all aspects of General Practice with a special interest in Paediatrics, Women’s Health, Chronic Disease and Mental Health, with a focus on delivering holistic care and health education.

Dr Jacqueline Phan

GP Registrar

Dr Jacqueline Phan is a GP registrar who graduated from the University of New England and completed her internship and residency at Westmead and Liverpool Hospitals.  During her training, she had experience in Women’s and Children’s Health, Emergency Medicine, Palliative Care and General Medicine.  She has also completed the Sydney Child Health Program.

Her focus is on holistic, patient cantered care and she has a special interest in older person’s Medicine and Palliative Care.

Michelle Dean

Clinical Nurse Leader

Michelle has worked as a Registered Nurse since 1993. She began General Practice Nursing in 2010 as a Part-time Practice Nurse. Previously she has worked in the operating theatres in two Western Sydney Public Hospitals. In 1999 she undertook her Graduate Certificate in Child & Family Health, with a view to move into the Community setting. Michelle enjoys the one to one contact she has with her patients, and hopes she can make a positive impact on their lives.

Bronwyn Blair

Registered Nurse

Bronwyn has worked as a Registered Nurse since 1990. She began General Practice nursing in 2010 and started at RFMP in 2011 as a part time Practice Nurse. Previously, she worked for 20 years in several Emergency Departments in western Sydney, both public and private. She continues to work in a private Emergency Department on a casual basis. In 2009 she completed her Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and worked for 2 years teaching and assessing undergraduate Nurses at UWS. In 2010 she completed the Immunisation certificate. She enjoys Practice Nursing as she can use skills learned in both Emergency Nursing and teaching as well as new skills she has learned since working in general practice. She is married with 3 children and has a special interest in the local community since she grew up in the area.

Emma Tull

Registered Nurse

Emma completed her Registered Nursing Degree in 2019 and shortly after started with RFMP in the COVID Respiratory Clinic. Emma’s fun, bubbly personality and pink scrubs, bring joy to the practice as she strives to put a smile on all her patients and co-workers faces.

Emma enjoys Practice Nursing as she is able to work with people of all ages. She one day hopes to further her studies into midwifery, to be able to work in Paediatrics or Antenatal care.

Harmony Ruruku

Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Harmony is our Endorsed Enrolled Nurse all the way from New Zealand.  She has had years of experience in Aged Care with a passion for wound care. Harmony undertook extra training in delivery of medication and immunisations. She values the opportunity to develop strong therapeutic relationships with our patients. Harmony works full-time Monday to Friday.

Linda Chee

Physiotherapist

Linda has been a physiotherapist for over 30 years with 5 years at Prince Henry Hospital at Little Bay. The historic “Coast Hospital” is now gone due to its highly prized real estate. It was renowned for its Infectious Diseases Hospital where polio victims were isolated and treated in the 1950’s. The remoteness made it suitable for patients with leprosy, tuberculosis and other highly infectious diseases.

It followed that it also became a specialist hospital for spinal injuries and rehabilitation. Polio patients would come to stay for respite and utilise the old “iron lung” which was stored on the spinal ward.

Prince Henry Hospital also had a specialised Hyperbaric Chamber for decompression treatment for divers who developed nitrogen narcosis or “the bends”.

During the 1980s Linda worked in Epping private practice and in the early 1990s moved to the Hawkesbury area where she went into her own physio practice where she worked for 20 years.

It was during these years that she was able to delve into many aspects of her profession and continuing education. Courses included Maitland Spinal and Joint mobilisation, McKenzie Method and a number of Sports Medicine workshops.

Her favourite courses included the Feldenkrais Method which was introduced in the mid-1980s. This method of movement and therapy involved connected mind-body movements.

It was back then that she commenced her early work with Women’s Health. This interest continues to this day.

Linda introduced the Pilates Method into the Hawkesbury in the mid-1990s, setting up a small studio for the rehabilitation of her clients following many kinds of injuries like severe back conditions, hip and knee replacement recovery and general strengthening. She has combined her pelvic floor recovery after childbirth or pelvic floor weakness and prolapse with Pilates to provide a whole body approach to posture, strength and flexibility.

She is also involved with “The Wise Hippo” which is a beautiful form of teaching women “the right birth on the day”. Offering pre and post-natal massage and infant massage is an extension of her women’s’ health practices. The focus of pregnancy massage is on the relief of back pain, realignment of the pelvis and subsequent postural improvement. Linda can discuss various aspects about pre and post natal concerns such as Natural Childbirth Relaxation Techniques, Pelvic Floor Recovery Exercises, Abdominal Support, Lifting with Baby, PILATES Post Natal Packages, Infant Massage, Diastisis Assessment (separation of the rectus abdominus), Pelvitone Pelvic Floor Stimulator and the PeriCoach System.

Linda has done a number of courses with Sarah Key, physio to the Royal Family and writer of a number of best-selling books on the spine. A very yoga-based technique of looking at movement and exercise, Linda combines Sarah’s principles of treatment and mobility, together with Pilates for strengthening and lengthening of tissues. She believes that “hands-on” treatment is the basis of healing that patients seek. Patients in pain seek reassurance and settling, then they are more receptive to listening to advice on self- healing and motivation to exercise.

Linda continues her education and interest in her profession, especially with women’s health, Pilates and yoga techniques. Keeping busy within her profession is very important to her as her children and grandchildren now live overseas.

Linda is available for appointments on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

Linda can also provide physio supplies like:

• CAM Boots for injured and fractured ankles
• Range of Motion, adjustable full length knee braces
• Aircast Ankle Braces
• Crutches
• Kinesio-Taping supplies
• Back Corsets
• Bassett Back Supports
• Theraband per/metre
• Pulleys
• TENS units
• Pilates and Yoga equipment
• Pelvic Floor Stimulators-Pelvitone and now the newly released Pericoach System with APP for IPhone

Linda is also able to take orders for specific equipment and supplies.

Stefan Zolin

Clinical Pharmacist

Available on Wednesday afternoons for in-practice consultations at Riverstone Family Medical Practice, and on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesday mornings, Thursdays and Fridays for home visits under the Home Medication Review Service Program (Medicare Item 900). F or home visits see your medical practitioner for a written referral.

My experience as a pharmacist extends to more than 30 years in pharmacy practice settings. For the past 18 years I have specialized in the area of medication management reviews and have conducted such services in a variety of settings including residential homes, group-care homes and aged-care facilities.

I am passionate about all areas of clinical pharmacy practice and have a particular interest in medical conditions involving endocrinology (diabetes, thyroid), cardiovascular, respiratory (asthma, COPD), gastro-enterology and rheumatology (arthritis). I have dedicated myself to life-long learning and keeping up to date with the latest developments in pharmaceutical care and practice.   

Aradhana Arora

Physiotherapist

Available:  Every Tuesday

Aradhana is a physiotherapist with over 8 years of practice in Australia. Her expertise spans across diverse healthcare settings, including aged care facilities, private practices, and home visits under aged care programs.

She has a comprehensive understanding of treating a wide range of conditions such as neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, hip, knee, and ankle pain, specializing in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders.

Aradhana’s passion lies in aged care and geriatric patients, pain management, and falls prevention. She excels in soft tissue release and massage, rehabilitation, orthopaedic conditions, and utilizes modalities such as dry needling, electrotherapy (including IFT, TENS, Ultrasound, and Laser), and manual therapy/mobilization.

Fluent in English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu, and Punjabi, Aradhana ensures effective communication with her patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds. Her dedication to ongoing learning and professional development keeps her at the forefront of physiotherapy practices, providing personalized care and fostering positive treatment outcomes.

Isabelle Geeves

Team Leader

Belle joined the team in April 2020 and despite joining during the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, she quickly developed a love for working in general practice.  She is continuously working hard to build her leadership skills and support the administration team to provide the best quality care to our patients.

When she’s not at work she enjoys spending time with family and adventuring outdoors.

Khyati Walia

Receptionist

Claire Alchin

Senior Receptionist

Claire has worked as a medical receptionist for over 13 years and endeavours to provide all patients with exceptional customer service. She prides herself on being kind, compassionate and understanding. She loves what she does and enjoys being able to assist patients during their visits to RFMP.

Lavangi Ramanayake

Receptionist

Lavangi joined the RFMP team in May of 2022.  She began working with RFMP part time. Wanting to care and help people in need, she  decided to study a bachelor of community services.  She enjoys spending time with family and going on adventures.

Debbie Buckley

Receptionist

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Kath Smith

Receptionist

Kath Smith

Chanchal Chanchal

Receptionist

Chanchal is currently at university studying an undergraduate program to pursue medicine afterwards.

She enjoys working as a medical receptionist to work with patients one on one to help resolve their enquires on daily basis. 

She strives to serve patients with empathy to aid healthcare at RFMP.