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Dr. Simu graduated from Australia National University (ANU) with a degree of Medicine in 2009 and obtained a fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) soon after. Dr. Simu is an experienced GP with a friendly and approachable personality. She is especially good at working with women and children. As a mother herself, Dr. Simu knows how important your own child’s health is to you and will dedicate time to explain and discuss your child’s healthcare, needs and concerns. She values forming relationships and building trust with all her patients.
Special Interests: Maternal health, mental health, child immunisation, health checks, travel vaccinations.
Languages other than English: Romanian
MBBS (Sri Lanka), FRACGP (Australia)
Dr. Sara is a highly skilled, confident medical practitioner, with over 17 years of diverse experience in passionately caring for patients with advanced training in Family Medicine, Chronic Disease Management, Preventive Health, Lifestyle Medicine, Women Health and Paediatrics. Dr. Sara has been working as a Medical officer in variety of specialties in hospitals including, Departments of Gynaecology, Surgery, Paediatrics and ETU in Sri Lanka as well as a General practitioner in Sri Lanka, before migrating to Australia in 2014.
She then proceeded to pursue her career as a General practitioner in Australia and obtained her fellowship in General Practice with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
She Likes reading books, loves dancing and Cooking.
She has been a GP in Victoria for the past 6 years working in Craigieburn and Taylors Lakes.
Dr. Laksiri obtained his MBBS from Sri Lanka in 2008 and practiced as a General Practitioner there. He also worked as a Medical Officer in two main hospitals in Sri Lanka before moving to Australia.
Dr. Laksiri continued his medical career in Australia as a General Practitioner in Mount Waverley and as a Medical Officer at Werribee Mercy Hospital. He obtained his fellowship in General Practice with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2021, broadening his knowledge in general practice and passion for delivering the best possible care for his patients. Dr. Laksiri is currently completing a diploma in women’s health.
Laksiri loves sports, exercising and travelling.
General Practitioner, Female MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Rushani Graduated from faculty of medicine University of Ruhuna Sri Lanka in 2003. She Practiced medicine in Sri Lanka for about 9 years. She started General practice in Australia in 2015 and worked as a general practitioner in rural Victoria for past 6 years. Dr Rushani gained fellowship from Royal Australian College of General Practice in 2018. Dr Rushani is interested in all aspects of primary care. Women’s and sexual health(including implant insertion and removal Areas of Interest • Woman’s health • Sexual health • Implanon insertion and removal • Travel vaccinations • Paediatric Care • Diabetes management • Heart Decease
Languages Spoken • English • Sinhalese
Phillip Dolevski completed a Bachelor of Health Science (B.HSc) and Masters of Podiatric Practice (M.Pod) at La Trobe University. He has worked in a range of private and public health settings which has given him the knowledge and experience to treat a wide range of lower limb pathologies.
He has a personal interest in sports including triathlon and weight training which allows him to design a treatment and rehabilitation program that’s simple and specific to his clients.
Lemonia Kollaras is a psychologist registered with the Registration Board of Victoria. Lemonia is professionally qualified and experienced, who listens, gives individuals her time, offers support and understanding, respects confidentiality, provides feedback and guidance as well as assists all patients to bring about any necessary and desired change in their lives.
A special interest of hers consists of cognitive behavior therapy – a practical, sensible and effective approach to help individuals master their thoughts and think constructively. Specific areas of her assistance also include Depression, Stress, Anxiety, Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, Assertiveness, Anger, Trauma, Grief and Loss, Relationships, Conflict, Sleep, Eating Disorders and Personality issues.
Her qualifications include B.A., Grad. Dip. Ed. Psychology, Master of Psychology and is affiliated with and a member of the Australian Psychological Society.
Kusal Goonewardena has established a successful career in building 3 innovative sports medicine clinics in Melbourne. His passion is to provide the best solutions in the sports physiotherapy healthcare sector so that patients, athletes and clients continuously receive the most important aspect in health: Results. His passion is to lead practitioners
so they live a life of service that is judged by expertise, results, service and education.
Kusal believes that every sports medicine practitioner is in a position to change the lives of athletes and regular people, by having the mindset to achieve results in 3 sessions or less. Kusal states that striving to be their best, living in the moment and continuous perfection of skill acquisition are the keys to his teams success.
Kusal is a ‘hands on’ leader, combining his business acumen with his Outstanding skills as a sports physiotherapist, and he loves leading from the front. With over 65,000 treatments in sports physiotherapy over 2 decades he has mentored over 1000 therapists from around the globe. Currently the head of Sports Medicine at Elite Akademy Sports Medicine at the University of Melbourne he and his team have helped the university achieve a top 5 finish at the prestigious Australian University Games since 2008. His services are on full display when his athletes perform at the Olympics and Winter Olympics for their respective countries.
As a published author his latest books are 3 minute Workouts and Low Back Pain-30 Days to Pain Free available through Wilkinson Publishing. As a renowned speaker he has presented in Australia, Singapore, China, Japan and Sri Lanka.
Lauryn Van Dooren has been a practicing Massage Therapist at Elite Akademy for over 2 years. After completing a Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne, in 2021, she researched a treatment for muscular dystrophy as an Honours year. In 2022, Lauryn commences a Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. Lauryn is passionate about health and fitness and plays soccer with Box Hill United’s women’s senior team. She understands what’s required to have a proper work-life balance, and also the importance of the prevention of injuries and recovery strategies. As a massage therapist, Lauryn is excited to work with clients to help them feel and function better in their day-to-day.
Our practice nurses work very closely with the doctors to bring about the best health outcomes for our patients. Please feel confident in seeking their assistance.
Dr. Simu graduated from Australia National University (ANU) with a degree of Medicine in 2009 and obtained a fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) soon after. Dr. Simu is an experienced GP with a friendly and approachable personality. She is especially good at working with women and children. As a mother herself, Dr. Simu knows how important your own child’s health is to you and will dedicate time to explain and discuss your child’s healthcare, needs and concerns. She values forming relationships and building trust with all her patients.
Special Interests: Maternal health, mental health, child immunisation, health checks, travel vaccinations.
Languages other than English: Romanian
MD, FRACGP
Dr. Ishani is a highly skilled, confident medical practitioner, with over 15 years of diverse experience in passionately caring for patients with advanced training in Family Medicine, Chronic Disease Management, Preventive Health, Lifestyle Medicine, Women Health, Surgery and Paediatrics.
Dr. Ishani has been working as a Medical officer in variety of specialties in hospitals including, Departments of Gynaecology, Surgery, Paediatrics and Community / Family medicine (Medial Officer of Health) in Srilanka as well as a General practitioner in KL Malaysia, before migrating to Australia in 2011.
She then proceeded to pursue her career as a General practitioner in Australia and obtained her fellowship in General Practice with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
She has been a GP in Victoria for the past 8 years working in Sunbury and Lancefeild.
Ishani, loves Sports, Performing arts-Traditional, Contemporary dance and Travelling.
Specialty interests: Womens Health, Surgery, Child Health, Dermatology, Chronic disease management and Preventive/Life style Medicine.
She is Fluent in English, Sinhalese and in Russian.
MBBS (Sri Lanka), FRACGP (Australia)
Dr. Sara is a highly skilled, confident medical practitioner, with over 17 years of diverse experience in passionately caring for patients with advanced training in Family Medicine, Chronic Disease Management, Preventive Health, Lifestyle Medicine, Women Health and Paediatrics. Dr. Sara has been working as a Medical officer in variety of specialties in hospitals including, Departments of Gynaecology, Surgery, Paediatrics and ETU in Sri Lanka as well as a General practitioner in Sri Lanka, before migrating to Australia in 2014.
She then proceeded to pursue her career as a General practitioner in Australia and obtained her fellowship in General Practice with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
She Likes reading books, loves dancing and Cooking.
She has been a GP in Victoria for the past 6 years working in Craigieburn and Taylors Lakes.
Dr. Laksiri obtained his MBBS from Sri Lanka in 2008 and practiced as a General Practitioner there. He also worked as a Medical Officer in two main hospitals in Sri Lanka before moving to Australia.
Dr. Laksiri continued his medical career in Australia as a General Practitioner in Mount Waverley and as a Medical Officer at Werribee Mercy Hospital. He obtained his fellowship in General Practice with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2021, broadening his knowledge in general practice and passion for delivering the best possible care for his patients. Dr. Laksiri is currently completing a diploma in women’s health.
Laksiri loves sports, exercising and travelling.
General Practitioner, Female MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Rushani Graduated from faculty of medicine University of Ruhuna Sri Lanka in 2003. She Practiced medicine in Sri Lanka for about 9 years. She started General practice in Australia in 2015 and worked as a general practitioner in rural Victoria for past 6 years. Dr Rushani gained fellowship from Royal Australian College of General Practice in 2018. Dr Rushani is interested in all aspects of primary care. Women’s and sexual health(including implant insertion and removal Areas of Interest • Woman’s health • Sexual health • Implanon insertion and removal • Travel vaccinations • Paediatric Care • Diabetes management • Heart Decease
Languages Spoken • English • Sinhalese
Phillip Dolevski completed a Bachelor of Health Science (B.HSc) and Masters of Podiatric Practice (M.Pod) at La Trobe University. He has worked in a range of private and public health settings which has given him the knowledge and experience to treat a wide range of lower limb pathologies.
He has a personal interest in sports including triathlon and weight training which allows him to design a treatment and rehabilitation program that’s simple and specific to his clients.
Lemonia Kollaras is a psychologist registered with the Registration Board of Victoria. Lemonia is professionally qualified and experienced, who listens, gives individuals her time, offers support and understanding, respects confidentiality, provides feedback and guidance as well as assists all patients to bring about any necessary and desired change in their lives.
A special interest of hers consists of cognitive behavior therapy – a practical, sensible and effective approach to help individuals master their thoughts and think constructively. Specific areas of her assistance also include Depression, Stress, Anxiety, Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, Assertiveness, Anger, Trauma, Grief and Loss, Relationships, Conflict, Sleep, Eating Disorders and Personality issues.
Her qualifications include B.A., Grad. Dip. Ed. Psychology, Master of Psychology and is affiliated with and a member of the Australian Psychological Society.
Kusal Goonewardena has established a successful career in building 3 innovative sports medicine clinics in Melbourne. His passion is to provide the best solutions in the sports physiotherapy healthcare sector so that patients, athletes and clients continuously receive the most important aspect in health: Results. His passion is to lead practitioners
so they live a life of service that is judged by expertise, results, service and education.
Kusal believes that every sports medicine practitioner is in a position to change the lives of athletes and regular people, by having the mindset to achieve results in 3 sessions or less. Kusal states that striving to be their best, living in the moment and continuous perfection of skill acquisition are the keys to his teams success.
Kusal is a ‘hands on’ leader, combining his business acumen with his Outstanding skills as a sports physiotherapist, and he loves leading from the front. With over 65,000 treatments in sports physiotherapy over 2 decades he has mentored over 1000 therapists from around the globe. Currently the head of Sports Medicine at Elite Akademy Sports Medicine at the University of Melbourne he and his team have helped the university achieve a top 5 finish at the prestigious Australian University Games since 2008. His services are on full display when his athletes perform at the Olympics and Winter Olympics for their respective countries.
As a published author his latest books are 3 minute Workouts and Low Back Pain-30 Days to Pain Free available through Wilkinson Publishing. As a renowned speaker he has presented in Australia, Singapore, China, Japan and Sri Lanka.
Lauryn Van Dooren has been a practicing Massage Therapist at Elite Akademy for over 2 years. After completing a Bachelor of Science at the University of Melbourne, in 2021, she researched a treatment for muscular dystrophy as an Honours year. In 2022, Lauryn commences a Doctor of Physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. Lauryn is passionate about health and fitness and plays soccer with Box Hill United’s women’s senior team. She understands what’s required to have a proper work-life balance, and also the importance of the prevention of injuries and recovery strategies. As a massage therapist, Lauryn is excited to work with clients to help them feel and function better in their day-to-day.
Our practice nurses work very closely with the doctors to bring about the best health outcomes for our patients. Please feel confident in seeking their assistance.
Daniella is our Head of Reception. She is a friendly and bright receptionist that is devoted to helping and caring for the doctors’ patients as much as possible.
She is fluent in both English and Spanish.
She enjoys travelling and movies.
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