GP in Wonthaggi

Medical Services in Wonthaggi

Adolescent Health

Asthma Management

Audiometry

Cancer

Cardiovascular Disease

Cervical Screening

Chronic Disease Management

Chronic Pain

Consultations

Counselling

Diabetes Management

Drug & Alcohol counselling

ECG

Ear Syringe

Family Planning

General Medical

Geriatric Medicine

Government Funded Health Care Plans

Health Assessments

Hormonal Problems

Hypertension

Immunisations

Kid’s Health

Lifestyle Advice

Liquid Nitrogen Wart Removal

Men’s Health

Menopause Counselling

Mental Health

Minor Skin Excisions

Mixed Billing

Onsite Pathology

Preventative Medicine

Recall System

Skin Cancer Screening

Vaccinations

Weight Management

Women’s Health

Wound Management

24-hour Blood Pressure Monitoring

45–49-Year-Old Checks

75 Years & Older Health Assessment

An accredited general practice in Wonthaggi which ensures quality health practices.

General practitioners consulting at this practice includes :-

• Women’s health
• Children’s health
• Men’s health
• Mental health
• Chronic disease management
• Check ups
• Counselling
• Emergency medicine
• Skin checks
• Weight management
• Child immunisations
• Diabetes management

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To schedule an appointment, you may either book online at your convenience or contact us directly by phone to arrange a consultation with one of our doctors.

Meet The Doctors Consulting At South Gippsland Family Medicine

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Dr Gamini Bandara

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Dr Gamini Bandara

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Dr Gamini Bandara
(South Gippsland Family Medicine)

General Practitioner | MBBS (Sri Lanka)  | MRCEM (UK)  | MRCGP INT (UK) Dr. Gamini Bandara, a dedicated and compassionate General Practitioner with over 16 years of experience delivering high-quality medical care to individuals and families. His mission is to support your health journey through personalised, holistic, and evidence-based care. He has a special interest in chronic disease management, preventative care, mental health, child and adolescent health, and urgent & emergency care. He believes in fostering long-term relationships with his patients—built on trust, understanding, and continuity of care. After completing  medical degree in Sri Lanka, he has worked extensively across both Sri Lanka (2009–2016) and the Sultanate of Oman (2016–2025). During this time, he has gained broad experience in emergency medicine, general practice, child and adolescent health, and community health, and obtained specialist qualifications from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine (UK) and the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK).

Mrs Nikita Thompson

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Mrs Nikita Thompson

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Mrs Nikita Thompson
(South Gippsland Family Medicine)

PHYSIOTHERAPIST -I have a Bachelors Degree in Health Science from Sydney University (2016) and a Masters of Physiotherapy Practice from La Trobe University (2018). I am passionate about helping individuals take ownership of their health and wellbeing. I love to work with patients who want to live happy, healthy and pain-free lives. My areas of interest include: Autoimmune / chronic illness Musculoskeletal injuries Headaches and Vestibular Conditions. Pre-and Post surgery rehab. Cardiorespiratory conditions. Pregnancy and Pelvic Floor Paediatrics: Growing pains. sports injury, gait impairments, developmental delays. I treat Medicare, TAC, Work Cover and Private patients,

Dr Gisoo Darban

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Dr Gisoo Darban

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Dr Gisoo Darban
(South Gippsland Family Medicine)

Dr Gisoo graduated from the first-ranked medical school in Iran and brings over six years of experience as a General Practitioner. She has a strong passion for public health, preventative medicine, and the latest advances in medicine, with 13 research papers published in highly respected international medical journals.She speaks English, Turkish, Azerbaijani, and Persian.

Dr Ahmed Al-Safi

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Dr Ahmed Al-Safi

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Dr Ahmed Al-Safi
(South Gippsland Family Medicine)

With over 23 years experience as a medical doctor, Dr Ahmed worked in multiple places. Starting from Iraq ,worked for 14 years there and attained high Diploma of emergency medicine on 2006 then Fellowship of emergency medicine on 2013 Then worked in Oman for 5 years as specialist of emergency medicine . Commenced working in Australia on 2019 ,started in Sale hospital till 2022 Then moved to Phillip Island to work in BCH for the last 2 years till current. Has extensive experience in : Geriatric health Chronic disease management Women and children's care Emergency cases Can consult in Arabic as will as English

Dr Nikoloz Chanturia

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Dr Nikoloz Chanturia

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Dr Nikoloz Chanturia
(South Gippsland Family Medicine)

General Practitioner -
Speaks English, and Russian

MD, DCH, FRACGP - Dr Nikoloz Chanturia migrated to Australia 2008 from Georgia. Dr Nikoloz Chanturia has been working in as a General Practitioner both in Australia and Georgia for the past 14 years. His interests lie in Mental Health, Men’s Health, Paediatrics and minor surgical procedures. He speaks English and Russian.

Areas of interest:

• Men's health
• Paediatrics
• Minor surgical procedures
• Mental health

Serving Korumburra & Nearby Areas

South Gippsland Family Medicine proudly serves patients from Korumburra and surrounding suburbs including Arawata, Fairbank, Jumbunna, Kardella, Kongwak, Moyarra, Outtrim, and Ranceby. Whether you live locally or are visiting from a nearby area, our experienced team of GPs is here to provide comprehensive, high-quality healthcare for you and your family.

Why Choose South Gippsland Family Medicine

South Gippsland Family Medicine is part of the Family Doctor network — Australia’s largest group of fully GP-owned and GP-operated medical clinics. Every Family Doctor clinic is fully owned and run only by doctors.

We provide comprehensive general practice services for patients of all ages in Wonthaggi and surrounding areas, including standard and long consultations, preventive health checks, chronic disease management, mental health treatment plans, immunisations, skin cancer screening, and telehealth appointments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Gippsland Family Medicine accepting new patients?

Yes, South Gippsland Family Medicine is currently accepting new patients. You can book your first appointment online or contact the clinic. We recommend booking a longer appointment for your first visit so your GP has time to understand your health history.

Can I book an appointment online?

Yes. You can book an appointment online through our website. Same-day appointments are often available. Walk-in patients are also welcome during opening hours.

What services does South Gippsland Family Medicine offer?

Our GPs provide a full range of general practice services including standard consultations, health assessments, chronic disease management (GP Management Plans and Team Care Arrangements), mental health treatment plans, childhood and adult immunisations, skin checks, women’s and men’s health, pathology and radiology referrals, and telehealth consultations. Visit our medical services page for more details.

About South Gippsland Family Medicine and Wonthaggi

South Gippsland Family Medicine serves patients in Wonthaggi and throughout the Bass Coast and South Gippsland, including Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Kilcunda, Dalyston, and San Remo. Located near Wonthaggi Plaza, the clinic is easily accessible for residents and workers throughout the local area. Serves the bass coast and south gippsland region with a focus on family medicine and rural health access.

Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive family medicine, from routine check-ups and childhood immunisations through to chronic disease management, mental health care, and skin cancer screening. We are committed to the health of the Wonthaggi community and see patients of all ages.

Getting to South Gippsland Family Medicine

Reaching our Wonthaggi clinic is straightforward. By public transport, V/Line bus services connect Wonthaggi to Southern Cross; local bus routes serve surrounding townships. On-site or nearby parking is usually available. If you are travelling from neighbouring suburbs such as Inverloch or Cape Paterson, the drive is typically 5 to 15 minutes depending on traffic.

Services in Detail

Family Medicine and General Practice

Our GPs manage the full spectrum of general practice care for families in Wonthaggi. This includes acute illness (colds, flu, infections), injury management, prescription renewals, medical certificates, and health advice. We welcome new patients of all ages, from newborns through to older adults.

Preventive Health and Immunisation

Prevention is central to our approach. We offer childhood immunisations on the National Immunisation Program schedule, adult vaccinations including flu shots and shingles vaccines, travel vaccinations, and cervical screening for women aged 25-74. We also conduct Medicare-funded health assessments including the 45-49 year old check and the 75+ older Australian health assessment.

Chronic Disease Management

If you live with diabetes, asthma, heart disease, arthritis, or another chronic condition, we can prepare a GP Management Plan (GPMP) and Team Care Arrangement (TCA). This coordinates your care with allied health providers including physiotherapists, dietitians, podiatrists, and diabetes educators at reduced or no out-of-pocket cost through Medicare.

Mental Health Support

Our GPs are experienced in supporting patients with mental health concerns. We can prepare Mental Health Treatment Plans that give you Medicare-funded access to psychologists, and we offer ongoing medical management of conditions such as depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress.

Skin Cancer Screening

Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world. We offer professional full-body skin checks using dermoscopy to identify concerning spots early, when treatment is most effective. Regular skin checks are particularly important for anyone with significant sun exposure history.

Women’s and Men’s Health

We provide confidential and comprehensive care for women’s health (cervical screening, contraception, menopause management, antenatal care) and men’s health (prostate assessments, sexual health, cardiovascular risk management).

Paediatric Care

Children’s health is a core part of our practice. From newborn checks and immunisations through to adolescent mental health and the 4-year-old Healthy Kids Check, we support families throughout their child’s development.

Telehealth Consultations

Can’t make it into the clinic? We offer Medicare-rebated telehealth consultations by phone or video for eligible patients. Telehealth is ideal for prescription renewals, discussing test results, mental health reviews, and minor concerns that don’t require an in-person examination.

Why Patients in Wonthaggi Choose Us

• Fully GP-owned and GP-operated — every Family Doctor clinic is fully owned and run only by doctors, so every decision about your care is made by your GP.
• Continuity of care — see the same GP for long-term conditions and benefit from a doctor who knows your history.
• Comprehensive services — from acute illness to chronic disease management, we cover the full range of general practice.
• Convenient location — situated near Wonthaggi Plaza with accessible public transport and parking.
• Extended appointment times — longer consultations available when you need to discuss complex or multiple concerns.
• Easy online booking — book your appointment 24/7 through our website.

Serving Wonthaggi and Nearby Areas

While our clinic is in Wonthaggi, we welcome patients from throughout the Bass Coast and South Gippsland. Patients regularly travel from Inverloch, Cape Paterson, Kilcunda, Dalyston, and San Remo for consistent, high-quality general practice care. If you are new to the area or looking for a new GP, we would be happy to see you.

Related Health Articles

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• What to Bring to Your First GP Appointment
• Medicare Rebates Explained: A Guide for GP Visits
• How to Find a Bulk Billing GP Near You
• Telehealth vs In-Person GP: When to Choose Each
• Do I Need a Referral to See a Specialist?