Our Mission
At East Road Family Medical Centre, our mission is to inspire health and well-being of everyone in the communities we serve by being the most trusted partner who serves you & your family covering all areas of general practice with an expert team of doctors and an exceptional service.
Our Practitioners
Dr. Kanchana Weerasekara
EDUCATION
General Practitioner, Female, MBBS Sri Lanka, FRACGP AUS
EXPERIENCE
15 Years
Areas of Interest
- All aspects of general practice
- Preventative health
- Travel health
- Minor procedures
- Paediatrics
- Mental health
- Immunisation
- Diabetes
- Aboriginal health
- Management of Chronic Disease
- Men and Women’s Health
Dr. Damitha Munasinghege
EDUCATION
General Practitioner, Female, MBBS, FRACGP
EXPERIENCE
20 Years
Areas of Interest
- All aspects of general practice
- Preventative health
- Travel health
- Minor procedures
- Paediatrics
- Mental health
- Immunisation
- Diabetes
- Aboriginal health
- Management of Chronic Disease
- Men and Women’s Health
Dr. Tamara Pridham (Registered Chiropractor)
Since becoming a chiro she had the benefit of assisting people to reach their health goals, whether it be reducing the amount of pain they’re experiencing, or helping them to do everyday activities with less difficulty and improving their quality of life. She believes chiropractic can make a huge difference in a person’s life and it’s rewarding to be a part of that. She values each person who comes to the clinic and she is passionate about providing evidence-based care alongside advice and lifestyle recommendations to prevent future episodes of pain. The clinic is a friendly, caring place where you can feel relaxed and at home. Listening is the key and she base each treatment around the individual’s comfort and preferences.
Dr. Namarta Nijjar (Registered Chiropractor)
Dr. Itisha (Physiotherapist)
-Pain management
-Post surgical or Post trauma rehab
-Electrotherapy: Ultrasound and TENS
-Exercises prescriptions
-NDIS patients
-DVA patients
-Workers compensation patients
-Dry Needling
Dr. Itisha graduated with a Doctor of Physiotherapy from Bond University, Gold Coast. Before, she completed a Bachelor and master’s of Physiotherapy (majoring in Orthopaedic) in India. From her education, she has attained a wealth of knowledge and experience in numerous clinical settings including, musculoskeletal, orthopedic, pediatrics, and geriatrics. She is currently in her 12th year of work. Itisha worked in various settings of hospitals, communities, Aged care, and Outpatient. Itisha truly understands the powerful benefits of movement and is always exploring different ways to keep her treatment plans i.e., weekly exercise routine fun, interesting and effective. Her knowledge of exercise is expansive and she is passionate about encouraging regular movement for everybody. She is an advocate for self-management and a big believer in supporting both physical and emotional well-being, knowing that the two go hand in hand. Itisha aims to manage her patients holistically to improve their function, well being and get them back to doing what they love. She stays updated with the latest physiotherapy evidence to provide her patients with evidence-based treatment and empower them through education and exercise prescription. Outside work, Itisha loves to spend time with her family, friends and enjoys gardening.
Dr Serene Teh (Psychologist)
With nearly 20 years of clinical experience in Australia and Singapore, Dr Serene Teh is keen to support individuals, who struggle with interpersonal relationships, emotional difficulties, demands of life, stress, traumas and/or grief over losses. Having worked with highly complex and challenging clients in hospitals (general and psychiatric), correction facilities and the community, Dr Teh tailors treatment to each client’s lifestyle, personality and goal(s). Dr Teh coaches clients to develop personal insight and observation, as well as master useful coping skills. Dr Teh’s treatment style is an eclectic combination of Mindfulness based Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, positive psychology and Gestalt. Further, Dr Teh is trained in the use of clinical hypnosis to empower clients’ recovery journeys. With her Chinese heritage, Dr Teh has first-hand knowledge and experience of the interactive role of Asian culture on one’s wellbeing.
