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Dr Prasantha Walgampola obtained his Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in 1995 and has been practicing as a full-time General Practitioner for over two and half decades in both Australia and overseas. He brings extensive clinical experience and a high level of expertise in managing a wide range of medical and surgical conditions. He became a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2018.
Dr Walgampola has a particular interest and expertise in comprehensive skin cancer care, providing both non-surgical and procedural management of skin cancers and skin lesions. He has completed postgraduate qualifications in Skin Cancer surgery and Management:
• Professional Diploma of Skin Cancer Surgery (Bond University , Australia )
• Professional Advanced Certificate of Skin Cancer Surgery (Bond University, Australia)
• Professional Certificate of Skin Cancer Surgery (Bond University, Australia)
• Australasian College of Dermatologists GP Skin Cancer Certificate in Practical Dermoscopy
• Certificate of Competency in Anaesthesia (Post Graduate Institute Colombo, Sri Lanka)
Dr Walgampola provides end-to-end skin cancer care, from early detection and diagnosis through to non-surgical treatment, surgical excision and advanced reconstructive procedures, with a focus on comprehensive patient care and optimal clinical and cosmetic outcomes.
Special interests include:
• Comprehensive skin cancer checks and screening
• Assessment, diagnosis and ongoing surveillance of suspicious skin lesions
• Non-surgical management of skin cancers, where appropriate
• Skin lesion biopsies and excisions for skin cancers and benign lesions
• Advanced skin cancer procedures, including skin grafts and flap repairs with good cosmetic outcome
• Ongoing management and follow-up of skin cancers
• Removal of skin lumps and other minor surgical procedures
• Ingrown toenail treatment
• Iron infusions
• Implanon® insertion and removal – fully accredited
Dr Aman Bhinder is an experienced and compassionate GP, holding three fellowships in General Practice, Nutritional & Environmental Medicine, and Aesthetic Medicine. Dr Bhinder combines high-level clinical knowledge with a holistic, patient-centred approach. In addition to her clinical practice, she is currently serving as the Education Chair for the Australasian College of Aesthetic Medicine (ACAM).
Special areas of practice include:
• Women’s Health
• Pap Smears & Cervical Screening
• IUD Insertion & Removal (Mirena, Kyleena, Copper)
• Implanon Insertion & Removal • Skin Checks & Biopsies
• Menopause & Hormonal Health
• Preventative & Integrative Medicine
• Mental Health & Chronic Disease Management
• Diabetes Care
• Men’s Health
• Work Cover
• Weight Management
Languages Spoken: English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu
Dr Kaur is a General Practitioner with a patient-centred approach to care, offering comprehensive treatment across all ages. Dr Kaur is committed to building strong, ongoing relationships with her patients and providing holistic, whole-person care.
Special areas of practice include:
•Women’s Health
• Pap Smears & Cervical Screening
• Implanon Insertion & Removal
• Menopause & Hormonal Health
• Mental Health & Chronic Disease Management
• Diabetes Care
Languages Spoken: English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu
Dr Madara Herath Mudiyanselage has extensive clinical experience across regional South Australia, having served the communities of Moonta and Port Pirie before establishing her practice in Adelaide. Following her graduation from medical school in Sri Lanka, Dr Madara attained Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) in 2015. Complementing her primary care expertise, she has also developed skills and experience in Cosmetic Medicine and Chronic Pain Management. Recognized for her compassionate and patient-centred methodology, Dr Madara is committed to providing exemplary healthcare to a diverse patient population.
Special areas of practice include:
• Comprehensive Women’s Health
• Children’s Health
• Chronic Pain Management
• Minor surgical procedures incl. Skin biopsy, Nail wedge resection
• Iron Infusion
• Implanon Insertion & Removal
• Menopause & Hormonal Health
• Mental Health & Chronic Disease Management
• Preventative Medicine
• Work Cover
• Diabetes Care
• Weight Loss Management
Languages Spoken: English & Sinhala
Somaira Mohammadi completed her Bachelor of Podiatry at the University of South Australia. She has experience working across a variety of clinical settings, including high-risk hospital placements, rural outreach, and private practice.
Somaira has a strong interest in musculoskeletal and biomechanical conditions and is passionate about providing personalised, evidence-based care. She enjoys working with patients of all ages to help them achieve long-term foot health through both conservative and advanced treatment options.
Her special interests include:
• Musculoskeletal and Biomechanical Assessments
• Foot mobilisation
• 3D Scanned Custom Foot Orthotics
• Paediatric Podiatry
• Ingrown Toenail Management and Nail Surgery
• Diabetes Foot Assessments
• Footwear and Load Management Education
• Wart and Fungal Nail Management
Somaira is multilingual and fluent in Farsi, Dari, Hazaragi, Hindi, and Urdu, which allows her to support a wide range of patients in the community.
Outside of work, Somaira enjoys nature walks, exploring new cuisines, and spending time with family.
She consults on Fridays and looks forward to helping you put your best foot forward.
Sandeep Kaur is a dedicated and proactive Physiotherapist who completed her degree at the University of South Australia. With extensive experience spanning community care, NDIS, and aged care settings, Sandeep is passionate about empowering her patients to improve their physical function, mobility, and overall quality of life. Known for her goal-oriented approach, Sandeep works collaboratively with each patient to develop realistic, evidencebased treatment plans tailored to their unique needs and timelines.
Special areas of practice include:
• Manual therapy
• Exercise-based rehabilitation
• Taping
• Dry needling & cupping
• Pelvic health physiotherapy (Level 1 qualified)
• Urinary/stress incontinence
• Pre & post-natal care
Languages Spoken: English, Punjabi, Hindi & Urdu
Registered nurse with years of experience, provides care plans and immunizations.
Samir graduated in 2005 and completed his Master’s degree in Orthopaedics, Sports & Manual Physiotherapy from the University of South Australia.
In his years of clinical practice, Samir has developed special interests in the management of sports specific shoulder injuries, spinal problems, hip/knee/ankle injuries, orthopedic & return to work rehabilitation.
Samir has also developed a passion for dry needling, neural mobilization & taping techniques. Samir is trained in Level 1 and Level 2 Dry Needling (western acupuncture) and also did his medical acupuncture training from Singapore.
Samir is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association, National Dry needling group and also a committee member and National vice chair of Australian Acupuncture Dry needling national group.
Dr M Singh
MBBS, ACEM, EMC, FRACGP, INTERMEDIATE LIC. Radio, Cert. Forensic
Dr Singh is a locally trained doctor from the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine (ACEM) and Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) Australia.
Dr Singh has extensively served at the Royal Darwin Hospital, St Vincent’s Hospital, Monash Medical Centre, Flinders Medical Centre, Lyell McEwin Hospital, Modbury Hospital, St Andrews Hospital and Ashford Emergency Services. She also actively services regional communities and hospitals in Goolwa, Virginia, Two Wells, Port Pirie, Wallaroo, Maitland, Gawler and Balaklava Hospital Emergency Services as a RACGP Fellow with Extended Emergency Skills.
Dr Singh has broad experience and skills in handling Ophthalmology (Eye), Obstetrics and Gynaecology cases, chronic disease management (diabetes, asthma hypertension etc), minor surgeries including skin checks & skin lesions, women’s health (managing period problems, Mirena removal, Implanon insertion/removal), paediatrics (working with children), elderly patients and mental health.
In her spare time, Dr Singh loves to entertain family and friends with cooking multi-cuisines with cocktails.
Dr Singh is fluent in English, Russian, Hindi, Punjabi and Gujarati.
Dr Singh is an independent tenant practitioner at North East Family Practice and responsible for all of her own conduct at this facility. Dr Singh’s ABN is 71 635 440 603.
Rahmat Ansari is a passionate podiatrist and orthotics expert who graduated with distinction from the Queensland University of Technology and is a proud member of the Australian Podiatry Association. With a special interest in diabetic foot assessment, heel pain, and ingrown toenail treatment, Rahmat has gained a reputation for being a go-to guy for all your foot care needs.
In addition to his clinical work, Rahmat has also worked in an orthotic lab making custom orthotics for patients and other clinics. He has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in orthotic therapy, helping patients improve their foot function and alleviate pain.
Caroline has completed her Bachelor of Podiatry from the University of South Australia in 2013 and is registered with the AHPRA Podiatry Board of Australia.
She is here at North East Family Practice to help to prevent, diagnose and treat a wide range of foot conditions including foot pain, biomechanical presentations and orthotics, ingrown toenail surgery, diabetic foot, and paediatrics (children’s feet).
She has worked in the metro, rural and remote areas of South Australia, both publicly and privately, as well as residential care and Country Health SA.
Caroline is patient-centered, empathetic, genuinely caring, and easygoing.
Dr Kalai is a General Practitioner with a patient-centred approach to care, offering comprehensive treatment across all ages. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners with over a decade of experience in Australia, having trained across General Medicine and Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Emergency Medicine, and Urology, before completing her GP training in rural South Australia. Compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated, Dr Kalai is committed to building strong, ongoing relationships with her patients and providing holistic, whole-person care.
Special areas of practice include:
• Women’s Health
• Pap Smears & Cervical Screening
• IUD Insertion & Removal (Mirena, Kyleena, Copper)
• Implanon Insertion & Removal
• Menopause
• Early Pregnancy Care
• Preventative Medicine
• Chronic Disease Management
• Diabetes Care
• Weight Management
Languages Spoken: English & Tamil
Dr Saravanan Kanniappan is a compassionate General Practitioner with 22 years of clinical experience, including 16 years within the Australian healthcare system. Known for his warm and friendly approach, Dr Kanniappan provides comprehensive, patient-centred care for individuals and families across all stages of life. Dr Kanniappan completed extensive hospital-based training in Emergency Medicine and Intensive Care in Tasmania before undergoing GP training in rural South Australia. He brings this strong clinical foundation to primary care, focusing on holistic, whole-person health and building long-term, trusting relationships with his patients.
Special areas of practice include:
• Chronic disease management – Diabetes care
• Men’s health
• General medicine
• Minor procedures
• Asthma Management
• Preventative health care
Languages Spoken: English & Tamil
