Meet Our Team
GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
Dr Marya Saqib
General Practitioner
MBSS, FRACGP
Dr Marya Saqib has been practicing in Australia for many years. She completed her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2024. Additionally, Dr. Marya is currently studying Aesthetic Medicine. Dr. Marya enjoys all aspects of general practice and believes in strong doctor-patient relationships. Her areas of interest are Women’s Health, Fertility, Preconception, Mental Health, Chronic Disease and Preventive Medicine, Pre-Employment Medicals, and Workcover.
In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her two boys and gardening.
Special Interests:
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Chronic Health Problems
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Contraception
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General Medicine
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Mental Health
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Preventive Medicine
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Sexual & Reproductive Health
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Women's Health
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Implanon Removal and Insertion procedures
Languages:
Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu
Dr Mainul Khan
General Practitioner
MBSS, FRACGP
Dr Khan is a Specialist General Practitioner with Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and Fellowship in Rural Generalist Medicine (RG). He has advanced skills in First Nations health and anaesthetics, and has completed the Sydney Child Health Program (DCH) and training in Focused Psychological Strategies for mental health. Dr Khan is also a sessional lecturer at Monash University, teaching medical students and brings a holistic, culturally informed approach to care across diverse community settings.
Special Interests:
Chronic Conditions, Aneasthetics
Languages:
English
Dr Rukhsana Yasmin
General Practitioner
MBSS, FRACGP
Dr Rukhsana Yasmin is a highly skilled and experienced General Physician and has many years of working experience. Dr. Rukhsana is known for her exceptional medical expertise, compassionate patient care and personalized approach. She has dedicated her career to diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions while providing personalized healthcare services to her patients. She takes the time to listen to her patients’ concerns and works closely with them to develop a treatment plan that meets their individual needs. .She can also do Iron infusion.
Dr Rukhsana Yasmin is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).
Areas of interest:
Women’s health Mental Health Chronic Disease and Preventive Medicine Health assessments Minor Procedures.
Languages:
Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu
Specialist Doctors
Dr Arwa Faisal Ahmed Othman
Consultant Paediatrician
MBBS, FRACP
Dr Arwa is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) and a fully trained General Paediatrician with experience across a broad range of paediatric subspecialties. With over 15 years of medical experience, including international practice, she provides comprehensive care In general, developmental paediatrics and neonatology.
Her clinical interests include the assessment and management of developmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Dr Arwa is committed to delivering compassionate, family-centred care and supporting children through every stage of their development.
She offers consultations in both English and Arabic. Please inform the reception of your preferred language when booking.
Areas of interest:
Developmental Paediatrics, Autism and ADHD
Languages:
Fluent in English and Arabic
Dr Muhammad Waseem Sial
General Paediatrician
MBSS, FRACP
Muhammad is a Fellow of Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP). He is a General Paediatrician trained at The Royal Children Hospital and Monash Children Hospital Victoria. He has experience of working in broad range of Paediatric Specialties including Gastroenterology, Liver transplant, Neonatology, Oncology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Adolescent Medicine, Anorexia Nervosa, Developmental Paediatrics (including Autism), General Paediatrics and Emergency Paediatrics. He has more than 19 years of medical experience. Currently he is working as General and Emergency Paediatrician at Monash Health.
Muhammad offers consultation in four languages including English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi (please let reception know about your preferred language).
Special Interests:
Muhammad has special interest in Neonatalogy, Developmental paediatrics (including autism), and eczema management. Muhammad also has special expertise in the management of feeding and sleep problems. He can snip tongue ties in babies. He can help in management of unhealthy weight/Obesity.
YES HE CAN ALSO DO ASSESSMENT FOR ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADHD) AND AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD).
Dr Brindi Rasaratnam
Gastroentrologist
MBBS (Hons), FRACP, Ph.D.
Dr Brindi Rasaratnam is a fully accredited Gastroenterologist and Endoscopist. Having completed his Medical degree with honours at Monash University he proceeded to internship and residency at the Alfred Hospital. Dr Brindi then subsequently completed his Physicians training exam and receiving FRACP recognition. Further Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Endoscopy training continued at the Alfred Hospital.
Following gaining his FRACP, Dr Brindi further undertook a PhD in Hepatology, particularly examining the circulatory disturbances in patients with cirrhosis of the liver with reference to portal hypertensive bleeding, ascites formation and other end stage complications of this illness. This was undertaken under the supervision of Professor Frank Dudley and the Baker Medical Unit. Work from this study was published in national and international journals including two primary author studies in the prestigious Annals of Internal Medicine. He has also spoken at multiple national and international conferences.
In private practice, Dr Brindi is committed to providing expert gastrointestinal and hepatology care as well as performing gastroscopies and colonoscopies in locations around the south eastern and eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Special Interests:
Dr Brindis special interests include bowel cancer screening, management of inflammatory bowel disease, investigation of abdominal bloating as well as managing patients with fatty liver disease, hepatitis B and C infection.
Dental Services
Dr Shazia Sayed
Dentist
Dr Shazia Sayed is a caring and gentle dentist providing comprehensive quality dental care for the whole family. She is committed to creating a calm, stress-free environment where patients feel comfortable, supported and at ease. With over 20 years of experience, Dr Sayed has treated patients of all ages, including those requiring complex dental treatment, nervous patients and children. She takes a collaborative approach to care, combining thorough assessment, personalised guidance and clear communication to help patients make informed decisions about their treatment. Dr Sayed is known for her compassionate and friendly manner and provides a wide range of care, from routine dentistry to advanced treatments such as full-mouth rehabilitation, implant restorations, veneers, crowns, bridges and root-canal treatments. She also offers Invisalign® and ClearCorrect® aligner therapy.
A member of the Australian Dental Association, Dr Sayed has also received recognition for 'Outstanding Achievement' in her ADC exams and regularly undertakes continuing education to stay current with modern techniques and technologies.
She values building long-term, trusting relationships and finds fulfilment in helping patients feel confident in their oral health and smiles. Dr Shazia Sayed looks forward to caring for you and your family and ensuring that visits are a positive experience.
Dr Sayed enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, learning and exploring nature.
Special Interests:
Full mouth rehabilitation, Crown and bridge work, Root canal treatments, Aesthetic and General Dentistry
Ayesha Tabassum
Oral Health Therapist
Ayesha graduated from The University of Melbourne with a degree in Oral Health and is passionate about improving oral health outcomes. She has experience working in public health, where she focused on giving back to the community. Ayesha also enjoys teaching and has worked with Ormond College, delivering oral health education and promoting preventive care.
Ayesha has a special interest in caring for anxious children and adults, and is dedicated to creating a calm, gentle and comfortable environment for every patient.
Outside the clinic, Ayesha enjoys discovering local brunch spots and spending time in nature.
Special Interests:
Dental Anxiety Care, Paediatric Dentistry, Restorative procedures (Fillings)
Languages:
English and Urdu
ALLIED HEALTH TEAM
Physiotherapist
Mouhamed Foladkar
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Hons)
Mouhamed started his Physiotherapy journey after completing a Bachelor Of Physiotherapy (Hons) in 2019. Since then he has gained a wealth of experience working in both the public and private sectors, sports clubs, and in country Victoria. He works well with the geriatric population however also has a range of experience working with children, neurological disabilities, sports injuries, falls, and balance issues as well as general musculoskeletal pain.
Mouhamed has a keen interest in chronic pain. He understands that it is more than just a physical problem and seeks to incorporate strategies to help clients live a more healthy, holistic, and pain-reduced life.
When not treating clients Mouhamed enjoys using his time reading, trying new coffee beans, or both at the same time.
Special Interests:
Low back pain, Neck pain and headaches, Chronic Pain management
Languages:
English and Arabic
Psychologist
Dr Erin Crowe
Psychologist
Dr Erin Crowe is a registered psychologist and clinical psychology registrar
with experience in both public and private settings. She has worked in hospitals, community services, schools and private practice.
Erin offers a warm, compassionate, and inclusive therapeutic space. Her approach is flexible and grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR).
She works with adults, adolescents and children experiencing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, mood difficulties, autism, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, grief and loss, adjustment difficulties, cancer, sleep disorders and relationship difficulties.
Special Interests:
Anxiety, Trauma, Mood and Paediatric population
Languages:
English
Fees:
Standard 50-minute consultation: $260
- Medicare rebate: $145.25 (requires a valid mental health care plan)
- Out of pocket cost: $114.75
Please note: To access Medicare rebates, you will need a referral and Mental Health Care Plan from your GP, psychiatrist, or paediatrician. You do not need a referral to see Erin, however, without a referral you will not be able to claim any Medicare rebate.
Admin and Nursing team
We have a very friendly nursing and admin team who can speak multiple languages.
Languages:
English, Malay, Urdu, Punjabi, Albanian, Hindi, Dahri, Creole
