GENERAL PRACTITIONERS

Dr Kotha Sanjeevi
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Kotha currently works 8am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Dr Kotha Sanjeevi has been practicing as a doctor for more than 30 years. Upon graduating in medicine from Madras University in Southern India, Dr Kotha continued his training in the UK and the USA for 5 years. After working in hospitals and GP clinics throughout India, the UK, and the USA, Dr Kotha travelled to Australia where he passed the Australian Fellowship for General Medical Practitioners (FRACGP) and worked as a GP in Mackay and Darwin. After settling down on the Gold Coast and practicing within the Varsity Lakes and Robina areas, Dr Kotha opened up his own clinic in 2020 with his wife in Varsity Lakes.
His special interest is in the Care of the Elderly, Chronic Disease Management, Skin Cancer Management, Men’s Health, and all Mental Health Disorders.

Dr Vidhya Sanjeevi
MBBS, FRACGP, DCH (Paediatrics)
Dr Vidhya currently works 8am-5pm Monday to Friday.
Dr Vidhya Sanjeevi has been practicing as a doctor for more than 25 years. Dr Vidhya graduated in medicine from Madras University in Southern India, completing her training in various hospitals. She obtained a Fellowship in Diabetology in India before travelling to Australia and gaining an Australian Fellowship for General Medical Practitioners (FRACGP) and a Diploma in Paediatrics. Before settling on the Gold Coast and opening her own clinic with her husband in 2020, Dr Vidhya worked in Mackay and Darwin.
Her special interests are Perimenopausal & Menopausal Management, Paediatrics, Women’s Health, Chronic Disease Management, and Weight Management.

Dr Sumaira Mumtaz
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Sumaira currently works on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Dr Sumaira is an experienced GP, Fellow Royal Australian College of Practitioners (FRACGP), with over 20 years of medical experience both overseas and in Australia.
She has a special interest in Women’s Health, including antenatal and postnatal, infertility in both partners, cervical screening, contraception, perimenopausal & menopausal management and cross-cultural mental health in all age groups with a focus on depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. She also has a keen interest in children’s health, being a mother of three school children herself.

Dr Andrew West
B RuSc., BMed Sc., MBBS, DRCOG (Lond) FACRRM
Dr West is a locum doctor and is only available during short periods throughout the year.
Dr West graduated from the University of Tasmania’s School of Medicine in 1978. Dr West undertook further training in Australia and the United Kingdom prior to entering general practice in Cooma, NSW. Since this time, he has worked with the Royal Flying Doctors Service (WA), Toowoomba (QLD) as a Family General Practitioner, and at a number of rural and remote locations, ranging from Broken Hill (NSW) to Gapuwiyak (NT). Dr West is trained in emergency medicine, but primarily works in general practice.
His special interests are Family Medicine, Men’s Health, Chronic Disease Management, Indigenous Health, and Refugee Health.

Dr Sajjad Haider
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Haider works on a call-in basis for Aviation Medicals.
Dr Haider has a keen interest in Men’s, Women’s, and Children’s Health, Travel Medicine, Cross-Cultural Mental Health, and Chronic Disease Management.
Beside his main interest in General Practice, Dr Haider is appointed as a DAME (Designated Aviation Medical Examiner) and has vast experience in Occupational Medicine, including pre-employment medicals, coal board medicals, commercial and dangerous goods driving license medicals, and Work Cover.
When he is not working, he loves to travel and enjoys water sports with his two boys and his wife who is also a GP.
NURSING STAFF

Tenniece Crowe
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Tenniece currently works 8am-5pm Monday to Thursday.
Tenniece is an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse with over 15 years experience. With a passion for nursing ranging from Paediatrics to Aged Care, Tenniece strives to give quality care to all patients.
In her spare time she loves walking her dogs and spending time with her family.
MANAGEMENT AND RECEPTIONIST

Ashika McCandless
Practice Manager
Ashika currently works 9am-3pm Tuesday to Thursday.
With over 10 years experience in the medical field, Ashika endeavours to provide exceptional patient experiences and effective practice management.
If you would like to speak to Ashika, you are welcome to contact our reception team.
Ashika comes from the tropical islands of Fiji and in her spare time enjoys cooking, hiking, and sightseeing.
Courtney Havill
Receptionist
Courtney is here to help you with all appointments and enquiries at reception.
Courtney has over 10 years experience within the medical field, having worked as both a receptionist and practice manager previously. She strives to ensure all patients are treated respectfully and with compassion.
In her free time, Courtney enjoys spending time with her family and baby boy.

Lorraine Lewis
Receptionist
Lorraine is here to help you with all appointments and enquiries at reception.
With an extensive history working as a medical receptionist, Lorraine strives to elevate patient experiences and ensure they leave with a smile.
In her spare time, Lorraine has a passion for life and has skydived three times.
Hirut Lewis
Receptionist
Hirut is here to help you with all appointments and enquiries at reception.
ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
Dr Subhadra Rani Putta
BA, MA, M.PHIL (PSW), PhD (Mental Health)
Dr Rani currently works fortnightly on Fridays.
Dr Rani is registered as an AMHSW by AASW as a provider of focused psychological strategies with Medicare Australia. She has over 30 years of clinical experience working in both the public and private mental health settings. She has extensive clinical experience working with all ages. Dr Putta offers high quality focused psychological services for a range of emotional, behavioural, adjustment, relationship and mental health problems.
Dr Rani's professional expertise includes CBT, DBT, IPT, ACT, SFBT, Sand Play Therapy, and Grief Therapy. She provides individual as well as family sessions, and has extensive cross-cultural clinical mental health experience and is highly committed to high standard quality care.

Lin Bai
BPsychSc(Hons), MProfPsych, MAPS
Lin currently works on Wednesdays.
Lin Bai is a warm and non-judgemental therapist who is passionate about helping individuals overcome their mental health challenges. She predominantly uses a range of techniques drawn from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI). Lin has also been trained in EMDR, as she has a particular interest in treating trauma-related issues.
Lin treats a variety of Mental Health concerns, including:
- Depression and other mood disorders
- Anxiety and related disorders (Cool Kids Anxiety Program Accredited Provider)
- Adjustment difficulties
- Grief and Loss
- Body image
- Self-esteem
- Stress
- Interpersonal difficulties
- PTSD
Lin also offers a variety of assessments, including:
- Cognitive assessments
- Functional assessments
She will be working on Wednesday's between 8am-5pm.

Anthony Engel
BPsychSc(Hons)
Anthony currently works on Thursdays.
Anthony Engel offers psychological services to the public.
His area of expertise is everything Anxiety. GAD, PTSD, OCD, Panic, Social Anxiety and Phobias.
He works with children (10 years+) teenagers and adults. He has extensive experience in these areas, having effectively treated adjustment disorders, stress management, depression, school, university, and work-related issues. He works with loss and grief, burnout, motivation, bullying, personal development, assertiveness training, ADHD, self-worth, lack of confidence, and low self-esteem.
He is a psychologist with over 25 years of experience. He has worked with NSW Health, QLD Health, Headspace, and various mental health agencies including medical centres.
He can see new patients within a fortnight – or sooner, depending on availability.
Individual consultation fees start at $220 for children and Adults.
Sliding scale fee for children where appropriate, after the initial consultation.
Those on a MHCP will receive around $96 rebate from Medicare.
Anthony works well with doctors and is up to date with his follow up reports.
He will be working on Thursday's between 10am-2pm.

Allie Brelis - Physiotherapist
B Ex Sci, MPhty
Allie is currently on maternity leave!
Allie graduated from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy. She has since gained additional qualifications in Clinical Pilates (Level I, II and II), Dry Needling, and Sports Physiotherapy (Level 1). Allie has worked with people from all walks of life and enjoys treating a diverse range of people with all sorts of injuries and chronic health conditions.
With almost 10 years of dedicated experience in the field of physiotherapy, she is committed to helping you recover from injuries, optimise your well-being, and rediscover the joy of living.
She has an extensive experience in all aspects of private practice physiotherapy with extra qualifications in the following areas:
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Clinical Pilates Cert I, II, and III
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Sports Physiotherapy Level 1
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Clinical Exercise Therapy
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Dry Needling
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Mindfulness-Based Pain Relief
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Psychologically-Informed Pain Practitioner
As a firm believer in holistic care, Allie understands that true healing involves addressing not only the physical symptoms but also any underlying factors that may be contributing to pain. Her journey has led her to develop a deep understanding of pain and how it can have multifaceted origins and different treatment options. She is dedicated to helping you better understand your body, injury, and pain and help guide you towards the activities that bring joy and meaning to your life.
She approaches your recovery journey as a collaborative effort. Together, she'll not only address the injury but also consider factors like your lifestyle, work environment, and activity preferences. This holistic approach maximises your chances of achieving lasting recovery.
Having witnessed the debilitating impact of injuries and pain on various facets of life, it is her commitment to support you through your healing process. My practice is built on the belief that everyone deserves a safe space to heal without judgment or fear. She offers unwavering encouragement and guidance to help you recover from injury, rediscover your values, achieve your goals, and regain your quality of life.

Eliana Londsdale - Physiotherapist
B Ex Sci, MPhty
Eliana currently works on Tuesdays.
Eliana graduated from Griffith University with a Bachelor of Exercise Science and Masters of Physiotherapy. Eliana is an experienced Physiotherapist who enjoys working with all people to achieve their goals. Whether you are experiencing chronic pain or have a sporting or work related injury, Eliana would love to help you achieve your physical best health. Eliana has experience in all areas of private Physiotherapy including qualifications in Dry Needling and the Watson Headache Approach. Eliana believes in holistic, patient-centred healthcare and is passionate about supporting and guiding patients to regain full quality of life.

Bruno Robello - Physiotherapist
Bruno currently works Monday's 1pm-5pm
With over 20 years of experience in musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy, Bruno is passionate about helping people move better, recover faster, and return to doing what they love — whether that’s work, sport, or daily life. Bruno’s clinical approach is grounded in accurate diagnosis, personalised treatment planning, and accountability at every step.
Bruno manages conditions such as knee replacements, shoulder reconstructions, rotator cuff repairs, ankle fractures, and complex back pain.
Bruno’s approach combines hands-on therapy with targeted exercise prescription and a strong evidence-based foundation. Alongside his clinical work, he is currently completing an MBA in Health Management, which reflects my commitment to improving healthcare systems and service delivery.
Originally from Brazil, he speaks both English and Portuguese fluently and can provide care in either language.

Perumal Pillai
Registered Hypnotherapist
Want to book in? Contact our reception team on 07 5609 6643 to inquire about our next available appointments!
Pillai is a registered hypnotherapist with the American Institute of Hypnotherapy and qualified to practice Hypnotherapy in Australia. Pillai was trained by several leading scholars in hypnotherapy and uses proven contemporary methods to help his clients. Pillai specializes in past life regression to resolve pestering issues in the client’s current life. Pillai helps with addiction issues such as, smoking, alcohol, overeating and getting rid of persistent habits etc. Pillai has been practicing hypnotherapy for more than 20 years and helped clients from New Zealand, Australia, India, and Sri Lanka.

Lexi Xiao Lan - Dietitian and Nutritionist
Languages: English and Mandarin
Lexi currently works Thursday's 9am-12pm
Lexi holds a Masters degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from Bond University and a Bachelor of Clinical Medicine from China. Whilst Lexi can help you manage a wide range of health needs, her specific areas of interest are chronic disease management, weight management, diabetes management, renal disease management, cardiovascular disease management, and gut health.

Leanne Noone - Community Hearing Advisor
Hearing Australia
Over 18 and want a FREE hearing test? Contact our reception team on 07 5609 6643 to inquire about our next available appointments!
As Hearing Australia’s Community Hearing Advisor my everyday consists of providing tailored advice and free hearing tests for our local community. If you are interested in a quick check up, or if you or others have some concerns about your hearing please do not hesitate to give Christine Cnr a call on 5609 6643 to book your appointment today. Have a great day, and I hope to see you soon! - Leanne

