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Suncoast Medical Centre – Coolum
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Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday: 8.30am to 11.30am
Sunday & Public holidays: Closed
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An accredited general practice in Sunshine Coast which ensures quality health practices.
General practitioners consulting at Sun Coast Medical Centre Coolum includes:
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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 Sun Coast Medical Centre Coolum
Dr Russell Wiseman
Dr Russell Wiseman
Dr Russell Wiseman
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Dr Russell Wiseman is an Australian born and trained GP, having graduated from the Uni of QLD in 1981. He has wide experience in Rural Family Practice and practiced in Yamba, Northern NSW for 15 years before returning to QLD in 1998.
His particular interest is Asthma & Respiratory Medicine and he is a foundation member of GPAG (General Practitioner Asthma Group) and sits as a committee member of the National Asthma Council and Lung Foundation Australia. He was an avid snow skier and traveller along with his wife Carrie and children Michael and Jeb, but now enjoys his acreage and Grandsons
Dr Karen Sander
Dr Karen Sander
Dr Karen Sander
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Karen brings with her 25 years of GP experience along with a variety of roles in sport, sexual health and emergency medicine.
She supports patients in maintaining their health through lifestyle approaches including nutrition, sleep, physical activity and mental wellbeing. She integrates evidence-based complementary therapies with conventional medical care to support patient wellbeing.
Dr Jamie Sharkey
Dr Jamie Sharkey
Dr Jamie Sharkey
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Dr Jamie Sharkey is an Australian born and trained Gp, having graduated from the Uni of Sydney in 2003 after working as a Seaman Officer in the Royal Australian Navy. He has wide experience in Family Practice and IVF Medicine working as a Fertility Specialist for Monash IVF 2014-2016.He also has an interest in Travel Medicine.
Jamie also regularly locums to Christmas Island to work as a GP/Emergency doctor. He paraglides, scuba dives, hikes and loves to travel.
Dr Dean Slawson
Dr Dean Slawson
Dr Dean Slawson
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Dr Dean Slawson graduated from the University of Queensland in 2010. He completed his resident training on the Sunshine Coast including 2 years as a surgical registrar in General Surgery, Urology and Vascular Surgery. After 6 months of travel he moved to Central Queensland in 2016 to complete General Practice training and obtained fellowship of the RACGP in 2017. He moved back to the Sunshine Coast in 2020.
He enjoys all aspects of General Practice and has a particular interest in skin cancer medicine, men’s health, mental health, chronic disease management and preventive health care.
Outside of work he enjoys travel, music, surfing, snowboarding and spending time with his family.
Dr Moira Perumal
Dr Moira Perumal
Dr Moira Perumal
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Dr Moira Perumal graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Natal. She is an accredited Fellow of The Royal Australian Colledge of General Practitioners (FRACGP) as well. Dr Moira has extensive experience in general medicine. She is especially interested in Mental Health, Women’s Health, Children’s Health and Chronic Disease Management.
Dr Suzanne Christine
Dr Suzanne Christine
Dr Suzanne Christine
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Dr Suzanne Christine is an experienced General Practitioner at Suncoast Medical Centre in Coolum Beach, Queensland. She graduated from the University of Notre Dame Fremantle in 2013 and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2019. Dr. Christine also holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from Georgia State University, USA, and a Master of Public Health from the University of Wollongong, NSW.
Dr Nelson Martoo
Dr Nelson Martoo
Dr Nelson Martoo
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Dr Nelson Martoo completed a Doctor of Medicine at the University of Sydney, and prior to that a Bachelor of Engineering at the University of Queensland.
He has returned to the area after growing up in Gympie and Noosa, and is looking forward to helping to provide care to his local community. He sees most aspects of general practice and is looking forward to meeting his new patients.
Flu Clinic
Flu Clinic
Flu Clinic
(Suncoast Medical Centre)
Serving Coolum Beach & Nearby Areas
Suncoast Medical Centre proudly serves patients from Coolum Beach and surrounding suburbs including Peregian Beach, Peregian Springs, Marcoola, Mount Coolum, Yaroomba, and Point Arkwright. 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 Suncoast Medical Centre
Suncoast Medical Centre 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 Coolum Beach 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 Suncoast Medical Centre accepting new patients?
Yes, Suncoast Medical Centre 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 Suncoast Medical Centre 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 Suncoast Medical Centre and Coolum Beach
Suncoast Medical Centre serves patients in Coolum Beach and throughout the northern Sunshine Coast, including Coolum, Peregian Beach, Yaroomba, Marcus Beach, and Pacific Paradise. Located near Coolum Beach Shopping Centre, the clinic is easily accessible for residents and workers throughout the local area. Serves coolum beach and surrounding northern sunshine coast suburbs with family medicine.
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 Coolum Beach community and see patients of all ages.
Getting to Suncoast Medical Centre
Reaching our Coolum Beach clinic is straightforward. By public transport, multiple Translink bus routes along David Low Way. On-site or nearby parking is usually available. If you are travelling from neighbouring suburbs such as Coolum or Peregian Beach, 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 Coolum Beach. 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 Coolum Beach 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 Coolum Beach Shopping Centre 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 Coolum Beach and Nearby Areas
While our clinic is in Coolum Beach, we welcome patients from throughout the northern Sunshine Coast. Patients regularly travel from Coolum, Peregian Beach, Yaroomba, Marcus Beach, and Pacific Paradise 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
Our GPs regularly write about common health questions and how general practice can help. Browse our health library:
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