LATROBE MEDICAL CENTRE - Key Persons


Dr Maalini Priyadharshani

Job Titles:
  • General Practitioner
General Practitioner: Dr Maalini graduated in 2012, worked in Malaysia before migrating to Australia in 2017.Dr Maalini obtained her Diploma in Dermatology (Australian Institute of Dermatology) in 2017 and Certificate of Aesthetic Medicine (American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine) in 2015 and Sydney Child Health Certificate in 2020.She is multilingual and…

Dr Michael A Jones

Job Titles:
  • Cardiologist
Dr Jones graduated the University of Melbourne, having undertaken advanced cardiology training at the Monash Medical Centre, and St Vincent's hospital Sydney, Dr Jones subsequently pursued subspecialty cardiac electrophysiology and cardiac device implantation training at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, British Columbia, and then the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK. He consults in general adult cardiology, with a subspecialty focus on cardiac arrhythmia Cardiologist: Dr Jones graduated the University of Melbourne, having undertaken advanced cardiology training at the Monash Medical Centre, and St ...

Dr Vijay Ruben

Job Titles:
  • General Practitioner
Dr Vijay Ruben graduated in 2010 from Manipal University, Malaysia. He completed rotations in major medical specialties followed by a period of work in a rural setting. He has completed the Australian Dermatology Diploma (Dip Derm), National Certificate in Reproductive & Sexual Health and Sydney Child Health Program (SCHP). Besides GP practice, he enjoys spending time with family, solving puzzles, being active in sports and travelling. General Practitioner: Dr Vijay Ruben graduated in 2010 from Manipal University, Malaysia. He completed rotations in major medical specialties followed by ...

Dr. Aamer Rashid

ECFMG/USMLE (USA) Certification GMC (UK) Certification CMT/MRCP (UK) LMCC(Canada) Dr Aamer Rashid believes in a thorough evaluation of a patient's medical problems .His goal is to catch any disease in its early stages so that the patient gets the highest benefit. He has worked in India ,UK Australia and has also done clinical… Dr Aamer Rashid believes in a thorough evaluation of a patient's medical problems .His goal is to catch any disease in its early stages so that the patient gets the highest benefit. He has worked in India ,UK Australia and has also done clinical observer ships in the United States .So, he brings with him a very diverse clinical experience. He has spent many years working as a doctor in various specialties including Emergency Medicine etc in rural QLD and Victoria. In the UK he completed his Core Medical Training. He firmly believes that a compassionate and a caring attitude must remain an essential aspect of his medical practice.

Dr. Erandi Kulasinghe

Job Titles:
  • General Practitioner
  • General Practitioner: Dr. Erandi Previously Worked at Central Gippsland Health, and Experience Overseas. Languages: English and Sinhalese. Special Interest: Mental
  • General Practitioner: Dr. Erandi Previously Worked at Central Gippsland Health, and Experience Overseas. Languages: English and Sinhalese. Special Interest: Mental Health and Geriatrics

Dr. Mehrnoush Sarmadi

Job Titles:
  • General Practitioner
Dr Mehrnoush Sarmadi believes in providing thorough care and offers a holistic approach to her patients. She enjoys all aspects of General practice with keen interest in screening and preventive medicine and health promotion, children's health, women's health, mental health; Older people health; she has also practised and gained experience at various hospitals in South Australia and worked in Emergency departments for a number of years before moving to General Medicine. Languages: English and Persian General Practitioner: Dr Mehrnoush Sarmadi believes in providing thorough care and offers a holistic approach to her patients. She enjoys ...

Dr. Zafar Iqbal Zafar

Job Titles:
  • General Practitioner
  • Principal
Dr Zafar is the Principal GP of Latrobe Medical Centre. He is supervisor for GP registrar as we are a teaching practice. Dr Zafar qualified from Pakistan and has worked in South Africa. He has experience in Trauma and surgical disciplines. He has Diploma in Child Health and acquired Australia Fellowship in General Practice. He is doing Masters in Skin Cancer and Dermatology. His interests are Mental Health, Chronic Disease Management (Asthma, Hypertension and Diabetes) and Women Health. He is a keen hockey player and has represented state of Victoria. He also plays Golf. Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi and Hindi General Practitioner: Dr Zafar is the Principal GP of Latrobe Medical Centre. He is supervisor for GP registrar as we ...

Ms Syeda Haider

Job Titles:
  • Psychologist
Ms Syeda is a registered Psychologist with an advanced degree in Clinical Psychology. She has a breadth of experience working in clinical, educational, residential and community mental health settings. Syeda incorporates aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IP), Schema and Narrative Therapy. She embraces the biopsychosocial model and tailors therapy to the unique needs of her clients. Syeda is passionate about creating a ‘safe space' in therapy where clients feel heard, understood, and validated. She is committed to providing clients with high-quality psychotherapy and regularly undertakes professional development to broaden her skill set. Currently, she is advancing her skills in trauma-specific interventions. Psychologist: Ms Syeda is a registered Psychologist with an advanced degree in Clinical Psychology. She has a breadth of experience ...