Doctors in Leongatha
Meet The Doctors Consulting At Long Street Family Medicine
Dr Ramachandra Yellappa
Dr Ramachandra Yellappa
Dr Ramachandra Yellappa
(Long Street Family Medicine)
General Practitioner -
Dr Ram has a strong background in orthopaedics, alongside a passion for general practice, with particular interests in sports medicine, preventive health, chronic disease management, and dermatology.
Languages:
Dr Ram has a strong background in orthopaedics, alongside a passion for general practice, with particular interests in sports medicine, preventive health, chronic disease management, and dermatology.
Languages:
- English
- Arabic
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Malayalam
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Sports medicine
- Preventative health
- Dermatology
- Orthopaedics
Dr Jibi Lysan
Dr Jibi Lysan
Dr Jibi Lysan
(Long Street Family Medicine)
With over 3 years of experience in the Australian health care system and over 8 years as an overseas medical health practitioner, I have developed a strong foundation in providing comprehensive medical care to patients of all ages. My clinical interests include chronic disease management, mental health, and preventive medicine.
I am committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, and I am passionate about empowering my patients to take an active role in their health. I am fluent in English, Malayalam and Tamil and have experience in managing patients with diverse cultural backgrounds.
As a GP, I offer a range of services, including:
- Comprehensive medical checks and health assessments
- Chronic disease management- Diabetes, asthma, hypertension, dyslipidemia, heart failure, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis etc.
- Mental health support and counselling
- Vaccinations and immunizations
- Women's and men's health
- Reproductive Medicine- Sexual health and contraception, cervical screening and menopause management
- Skin Health – management of eczema, dermatitis and acne and minor skin procedures such as skin biopsies etc.
- Annual health checks
- Medication reviews especially for elderly patients
My approach to care is centered around empathy, understanding, and respect. I believe that every patient has a unique story and set of experiences that shape their health and wellbeing. I take the time to listen to my patients and understand their perspectives, and I work collaboratively with them to develop personalized treatment plans.
I am committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, and I am passionate about empowering my patients to take an active role in their health. I am fluent in English, Malayalam and Tamil and have experience in managing patients with diverse cultural backgrounds.
As a GP, I offer a range of services, including:
- Comprehensive medical checks and health assessments
- Chronic disease management- Diabetes, asthma, hypertension, dyslipidemia, heart failure, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis etc.
- Mental health support and counselling
- Vaccinations and immunizations
- Women's and men's health
- Reproductive Medicine- Sexual health and contraception, cervical screening and menopause management
- Skin Health – management of eczema, dermatitis and acne and minor skin procedures such as skin biopsies etc.
- Annual health checks
- Medication reviews especially for elderly patients
My approach to care is centered around empathy, understanding, and respect. I believe that every patient has a unique story and set of experiences that shape their health and wellbeing. I take the time to listen to my patients and understand their perspectives, and I work collaboratively with them to develop personalized treatment plans.
Dr Nazia Ikram
Dr Nazia Ikram
Dr Nazia Ikram
(Long Street Family Medicine)
Dr. Nazia Ikram has graduated from Dow Medical College, University of Karachi, Pakistan.
She has extensive hospital experience across multiple disciplines, including general medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, mental health and Emergency medicine.
Dr. Ikram has worked at several hospitals, such as Latrobe regional hospital, Southeast Private Hospital, Wonthaggi and Peninsula Health.
Her special interest is in men, women and paediatric health. She also has special interest in mental health.
She likes to treat chronic disease patients and like challenging cases.
She is married to a doctor and is a proud mother of two children. Outside of medicine, Dr. Ikram enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She has a keen interest in looking after her health and wellbeing. Likes to travel, do yoga and Pilates in her spare time.
Dr Khadeeja Saleem
Dr Khadeeja Saleem
Dr Khadeeja Saleem
(Long Street Family Medicine)
General Practitioner -
Dr Khadeeja is passionate about all areas of general practice, with particular interests in women’s health, paediatrics, dermatology, preventive health, and chronic condition management.
Languages:
Dr Khadeeja is passionate about all areas of general practice, with particular interests in women’s health, paediatrics, dermatology, preventive health, and chronic condition management.
Languages:
- English
- Daly
- Persian
- Urdu
- Womans health
- Paediatric Health
- Dermatology
- Preventative health
Dr Adenrele Shola Mabo
Dr Adenrele Shola Mabo
Dr Adenrele Shola Mabo
(Long Street Family Medicine)
General Practitioner -
Dr Shola has a background in emergency medicine and enjoys the diversity of general practice, with a particular interest in men’s health, mental health, and preventive healthcare.
Languages:
Dr Shola has a background in emergency medicine and enjoys the diversity of general practice, with a particular interest in men’s health, mental health, and preventive healthcare.
Languages:
- English
- Yoruba
- Men's health
- Mental health
- Preventative health
Dr Dishani Ranasinghe
Dr Dishani Ranasinghe
Dr Dishani Ranasinghe
(Long Street Family Medicine)
General Practitioner -
Dr Dishani graduated from the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, in 1996 and worked in tertiary hospitals in Colombo for over 13 years, as well as more than 10 years as a part-time general practitioner in Sri Lanka. After migrating to Australia in 2011, Dr Dishani has been working as a general practitioner in both rural and metro Victoria, gaining broad clinical exposure. With a passion for general practice, with particular interests in pediatrics', mental health, dermatology, and women’s health, including family planning and contraceptive implants insertion. She has been at LSFM since 2015 and has a loyal following, she is not currently taking new patients.
Languages:
Dr Dishani graduated from the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka, in 1996 and worked in tertiary hospitals in Colombo for over 13 years, as well as more than 10 years as a part-time general practitioner in Sri Lanka. After migrating to Australia in 2011, Dr Dishani has been working as a general practitioner in both rural and metro Victoria, gaining broad clinical exposure. With a passion for general practice, with particular interests in pediatrics', mental health, dermatology, and women’s health, including family planning and contraceptive implants insertion. She has been at LSFM since 2015 and has a loyal following, she is not currently taking new patients.
Languages:
- English
- Sinhalese
- Woman's health
- Chronic diseases
- Mental health
- Paediatric Health
- Skin check
Allied Health
Forum Kacheria - Physiotherapist
Forum Kacheria - Physiotherapist
(Long Street Family Medicine)
Forum is a dedicated physical therapist with a deep-rooted passion for Geriatric care. Graduating with Cardio- Pulmonary Science Physical Therapy Masters from India in 2016, Forum has spent the last 8 years specializing in Aged Care Physiotherapy services. Her expertise ranges from addressing congenital disorders in babies to post-injury rehabilitation. Forum's approach is holistic, focusing not just on physical recovery but also on the emotional well-being of all her patients and their families.Over all the years of practice, Forum has various skills up her sleeves and is also a certified therapist for Dry Needling, Cupping, Neurodevelopmental technique for Cerebral Palsy and Stroke, Neurodynamic solution (PNF-Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) mobilization, Mulligan's mobilization techniques for various musculoskeletal conditions and Critical care in Cardiorespiratory unit.
Outside the clinic, Forum has been residing in Gippsland over the last 8 years with her husband, two young boys and fur baby. Forum's personal experiences as a parent give her a unique perspective, allowing her to approach each case with empathy and understanding. In her free time, she enjoys travelling with family and exploring nature, believing that the outdoors offers therapeutic benefits that complement her clinical practices.For Forum, physical therapy is more than a profession; it's a calling.
