Doctors in Maroochydore
Meet The Doctors Consulting At Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre
Dr Jonathan Last
Dr Jonathan Last
Dr Jonathan Last
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
General Practitioner -
Dr Jonathan Last hails from North Queensland, he has been calling the Sunshine Coast home since 2010, when he started work at Nambour General Hospital. Having worked previously at Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre, Jonathan returned in 2018.Jonathan enjoys all aspects of General Practice. He has accomplished extended training in skin cancer medicine, child health and pregnancy care. Additionally, he has a keen interest in child health, chronic disease management, sports medicine and minor procedures.In his spare time, Jonathan is a volunteer surf life saver with Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club, he enjoys being outdoors doing all kinds of exercise.
Dr Jonathan Last hails from North Queensland, he has been calling the Sunshine Coast home since 2010, when he started work at Nambour General Hospital. Having worked previously at Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre, Jonathan returned in 2018.Jonathan enjoys all aspects of General Practice. He has accomplished extended training in skin cancer medicine, child health and pregnancy care. Additionally, he has a keen interest in child health, chronic disease management, sports medicine and minor procedures.In his spare time, Jonathan is a volunteer surf life saver with Alexandra Headland Surf Life Saving Club, he enjoys being outdoors doing all kinds of exercise.
Dr Emily Brimblecombe
Dr Emily Brimblecombe
Dr Emily Brimblecombe
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
Dr Emily Brimblecombe graduated from James Cook University, Townsville in 2008. She worked as a GP in Emerald and Cairns before settling on the Sunshine Coast and has been part of the Cotton Tree team since 2018. She enjoys all aspects of general practice and caring for individuals and families from birth in to old age. Her areas of special interest include chronic disease management and women's health (contraception, cervical screening, pregnancy management and menopause)
Dr Emily is not currently taking on new patients. She consults Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Dr Jade Stuhmcke
Dr Jade Stuhmcke
Dr Jade Stuhmcke
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
General Practitioner -
Dr Jade Stuhmcke has returned to Cotton Tree Medical Centre, she will open her books to service VISITORS, NEW PATIENTS & CHILDREN.Dr Jade Stuhmcke completed her medical degree at the University of Queensland through various Brisbane hospitals, Bundaberg hospital and Gatton hospital. She then moved to the Sunshine Coast and worked in Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health services at several locations. Dr Jade obtained experience in a wide range of departments and completed a Diploma in Obstetrics during this time before transitioning into General Practice training in 2019.
She has a passion for women’s health, children's health and preventative health care. Her other interests include gardening and baking.
Dr Jade Stuhmcke has returned to Cotton Tree Medical Centre, she will open her books to service VISITORS, NEW PATIENTS & CHILDREN.Dr Jade Stuhmcke completed her medical degree at the University of Queensland through various Brisbane hospitals, Bundaberg hospital and Gatton hospital. She then moved to the Sunshine Coast and worked in Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health services at several locations. Dr Jade obtained experience in a wide range of departments and completed a Diploma in Obstetrics during this time before transitioning into General Practice training in 2019.
She has a passion for women’s health, children's health and preventative health care. Her other interests include gardening and baking.
Dr Peter Beresford Jones
Dr Peter Beresford Jones
Dr Peter Beresford Jones
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
General Practitioner -
Dr Peter Beresford Jones moved to the Sunshine Coast in early 2020. He studied medicine at Cardiff University and completed General Practice training in the UK. Having served as a GP and Medical Officer in the British Army he has worked both in the UK and abroad in a wide range of clinical fields and situations. He relocated to Australia in 2017 to serve with the ADF, initially in Darwin and more recently in Brisbane.
He retains both UK and Australian Royal College of General Practitioner qualifications. Peter enjoys all aspects of General Practice. He has a broad scope of practice and varied clinical interests. He has undertaken postgraduate work and additional training in Emergency medicine, Tropical and Travel Medicine, Sports and Exercise Medicine and Dermatology. His practice is evidence based, but holistic and strongly patient centered. He is an advocate of the shared decision making model of General Practice. Peter is married with two young daughters.
As a family they enjoy travelling, exploring the great outdoors and camping. He enjoys cooking, fitness, mountain biking, SCUBA diving and is a passionate surfer.
Dr Peter Beresford Jones moved to the Sunshine Coast in early 2020. He studied medicine at Cardiff University and completed General Practice training in the UK. Having served as a GP and Medical Officer in the British Army he has worked both in the UK and abroad in a wide range of clinical fields and situations. He relocated to Australia in 2017 to serve with the ADF, initially in Darwin and more recently in Brisbane.
He retains both UK and Australian Royal College of General Practitioner qualifications. Peter enjoys all aspects of General Practice. He has a broad scope of practice and varied clinical interests. He has undertaken postgraduate work and additional training in Emergency medicine, Tropical and Travel Medicine, Sports and Exercise Medicine and Dermatology. His practice is evidence based, but holistic and strongly patient centered. He is an advocate of the shared decision making model of General Practice. Peter is married with two young daughters.
As a family they enjoy travelling, exploring the great outdoors and camping. He enjoys cooking, fitness, mountain biking, SCUBA diving and is a passionate surfer.
Dr Leigh Macdonald
Dr Leigh Macdonald
Dr Leigh Macdonald
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
Dr Leigh Macdonald is our very own Dr Broken Bone, running a GP lead Fracture Clinic here at Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre. He completed his medical studies at Deakin Medical School, graduating in 2011. He spent a number of years working in rural, regional and tertiary hospitals throughout Victoria and Queensland, including 12 months at Queensland Children’s Hospital.Following an initial career direction of Orthopaedic surgery, Dr Macdonald changed to General Practice in order to achieve a better work-life balance. He maintains a strong interest in the non-medical, medical and surgical aspects of health care particularly sports medicine and musculoskeletal injuries and founded Sunshine Coasts first private fracture clinic and is happy to see you regarding any and all of your non-surgical fracture needs.At Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre, Dr Macdonald can facilitate all your casting and splinting requirements including soft casting for children, waterproof casting moon boots & slings. He has associations with physiotherapists, hand therapists and, if needed, orthopaedic surgeons through his private fracture clinic.
Dr Nelson Herbert
Dr Nelson Herbert
Dr Nelson Herbert
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
Nelson completed his Bachelors of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Queensland (UQ) in 2013. Since then he has been working around the Gold Coast and Northern NSW regions. As a GP Nelson has worked at Casuarina and Mullumbimby before moving to Kingscliff.
After undertaking residency training at The Tweed Hospital, Nelson then completed three years working within Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Gold Coast University, Robina and The Tweed Hospitals. Further to this experience, Nelson is qualified to insert intrauterine devices (mirena, kyleena, copper) and contraceptive implants. He also has extensive experience in antenatal care, which is a passion of his.
Nelson also has a keen interest in other aspects of women’s and men’s health, children/adolescent health and dermatology. Surgery is also a key interest for Nelson, and he continues to surgically assist alongside his GP work. Nelson enjoys education and has significant experience working as a Medical Educator, training the next generation of GPs.
Dr Debora Medina Jeronimo
Dr Debora Medina Jeronimo
Dr Debora Medina Jeronimo
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
Dr Debora Medina Jeronimo has commenced at Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre.
Dr. Debora Medina Jeronimo is a dedicated GP with a passion for family medicine and preventive care, with special interests in women's health and skin care.Originally completing her medical degree in Czech Republic and her general practice specialty training in Leeds, UK. Her medical background spans acute and emergency medicine, general and breast surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, respiratory medicine, orthopaedics, and care of the elderly, gained during her years of work in the NHS England where she completed her internship, resident medical officer, and GP specialty training.Known as "Dr. Debbie" to her patients, she adopts a compassionate and holistic approach, addressing physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being to provide comprehensive care tailored to each individual.Outside her practice, Dr. Debbie enjoys quality time with family, travelling, dancing and connecting with friends. A certified yoga instructor for both adults and children, she brings mindfulness and balance to her personal and professional life. She also actively organizes events for the Portuguese-speaking community on the Sunshine Coast.Consultations are available in English or Portuguese to accommodate your needs.Book an appointment with Dr. Debbie today to discuss your health and well-being. She will be available for appointments Monday to Friday. Welcoming new and existing patients.
Dr Timothy Craven
Dr Timothy Craven
Dr Timothy Craven
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
Dr Timothy Craven, a long time Sunshine Coast local, is looking forward to working again on the Sunshine Coast after spending some time working as a locum doctor rurally and interstate. Having received his Fellowship in 2007, he is interested and experienced in all aspects of general practice. Prior to entering the medical world, he served in the Navy. With his children in tow, Dr Craven enjoys surfing and any ocean activity. New and existing patients welcome.
Dr Heather Elliott
Dr Heather Elliott
Dr Heather Elliott
(Cotton Tree Plaza Medical Centre)
Dr Heather Elliott available for appointments Tuesday to Friday, welcoming new & existing patients.
Heather graduated from James Cook University and worked in Cairns and finished her hospital training on the Sunshine Coast. She has since continued her general practice specialty training on the Coast. Heather is passionate about all aspects of general practice and enjoys providing holistic, patient-centred care. When she's not at work, Heather enjoys spending time in the great outdoors.