Consulting Doctors
Dr Alex Williams
Registrar
Dr Alex Williams is a GP Registrar, with a special interest in military and sports medicine.
Passionate about meaningful and purpose-driven work, Dr Williams has advanced skills in life support, paediatrics, perioperative medicine, pain management, and point-of-care ultrasound. With a focus on providing high-quality care in both clinical and resource-limited environments, Dr Williams is dedicated to further education in General Practice.
- Most consultations with Dr Williams will attract a private fee.
- Accepts new patients
Dr Neil Hearnden
Independent Medical Contractor
ABN 19241978630
Former Senior Lecturer, School of Medicine University of Qld.
Master of Medicine in the field of Skin Cancer Medicine (UQ)
Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor by the Skin Cancer College Australasia
Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Practitioners
General and Musculoskeletal Medicine Practitioner
Neil commenced Practice in Arana Hills in 1981, now marking 42+ years of service to the Hills District. He is a Queensland graduate who has postgraduate diploma qualifications in Musculoskeletal Medicine. As such, he is involved as a Teacher of Musculoskeletal Medicine in Queensland contributing to the knowledge of other doctors in this area of medicine. He is a past representative of Australian General Practitioners on the National Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Conditions Advisory Group; Arthritis Australia as well as the Medical and Scientific Advisory Committee of Osteoporosis Australia.
Dr Hearnden is an Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor with the Skin Cancer College Australasia. This means that he has successfully completed a high level of training with the College and has proven skills in the diagnosis, treatment and management of skin cancer.
He was a founding member of the Brisbane North Division of General Practice and was actively involved on the board as Vice President; he also served as a council member on the Queensland branch of the AMA and has represented the Royal Australian College of GPs on the National Immunisation Committee.
He has now completed a Master of Medicine degree from the University of Qld in the field of skin cancer.
When relaxing, he spends time on his beloved Grand Piano.
- Most consultations with Dr Hearnden will attract a private fee.
- Accepts new patient for skin appointments only.
Dr Chamara Dedigamuwage
Independent Medical Contractor
ABN 86617926995
Arana Hills Medical Centre welcomes Dr Chamara Dedigamuwage!
Dr Chamara is a caring and experienced GP who provides personalised care for patients of all ages. He completed his medical degree at the University of Colombo in Sri Lanka before moving to Australia in 2011. Since then, he has worked in a range of hospitals across NSW and QLD, including Blacktown, Mount Druitt, Hervey Bay, and Redcliffe Hospitals.
Dr Chamara completed a Diploma in Child Health through the University of Sydney before undertaking his GP training with James Cook University, attaining Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2018. He worked as a GP in Hervey Bay for six years before relocating to Brisbane.
His special interests include Chronic Disease Management, Mental Health, Men’s Health, and Geriatric Care. He is committed to building long-term relationships with his patients and supporting their health at every stage of life.
- All consulations with Dr Chamara will attract a private fee.
Dr Michael Yelland
Independent Medical Contractor
ABN 31837557919
VISIT: DRMICHAELYELLAND.COM.AU
Past-Associate Professor, School of Medicine Griffith University and Past-President of the Australasian Association of Musculoskeletal Medicine.
Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Practitioners
General and Musculoskeletal Medicine Practitioner
Convenor of the Certificate in Musculoskeletal Medicine for the Australasian Association of Musculoskeletal Medicine.
Michael is a highly experienced professional not only in General Practice but in the area of musculoskeletal medicine and pain management. Manual therapy, prolotherapy and other regenerative injection treatments, epidurals, and near-nerve injection treatments are in his bag of tools to help those in pain. He has held an academic post with Griffith University for many years and was closely involved in the Medical School. He is the convenor of a certificate program training GPs in managing musculoskeletal pain. Michael has a passion for early music instruments including various recorders, the cornetto, and the serpent
- All consultations with Dr. Yelland will attract a private fee.
- Accepts new patient for musculoskeletal appointments only.
Dr Lauren-Phoebe Nielsen
Independent Medical Contractor
ABN 53292419934
Visit: DRLAURENPHOEBENIELSEN.COM.AU
Dr Nielsen has increased her availability and is welcoming new patients, particularly those for menstrual management, cervical screening, preconception care, fertility concerns, contraception and menopause management.
Dr Nielsen graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor or Surgery (Academic Medal) from James Cook University in 2012. She achieved Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2019. She has also obtained a Diploma in Child Health through the University of Sydney as well as completing the FPAA National Certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Health. She has achieved her Graduate Certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Health through the University of Sydney. Dr Nielsen is also a registered prescriber of MS-2 Step (used for medical terminations).
Specialties and Services:
Contraception – including Implanon & IUD insertion / removal
Preconception care & fertility concerns
Menstrual issues including heavy or irregular periods
Gynaecological conditions such as PCOS & endometriosis
Sexual health concerns & STIs
Antenatal & postnatal care
Menopause
MToP- please call to speak with Mary or Karen to book
- All consultations with Dr Nielsen will attract a private fee
Dr Michelle Parry
independent Medical practitioner
ABN 40957505606
Visit: www.drmichelleparry.com.au
Dr Michelle Parry is an experienced General Practitioner based in Queensland, with a career spanning a broad range of clinical and teaching roles. She graduated in medicine from the University of Queensland and became a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2002.
Her medical practice has included work in urban and rural general practice, hospitals, women’s health and family planning clinics, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health services, and allergy clinics. In addition to her clinical work, she has contributed to medical education through university teaching.
Dr Parry has a special interest in allergy medicine, including the diagnosis and management of food intolerances and allergic conditions. She is trained in skin prick testing and is an associate member of the Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy. Dr Parry is happy to discuss hayfever, hives eczema, asthma, food allergies and intolerances. Assessment of these issues involves having a consultation about your symptoms, a physical examination, then possible blood tests ,breathing tests, skin prick testing, dietary modification or referral to a specialist.
As a member of the Australasian Menopause Society, this reflects Dr Parry’s commitment to supporting women’s health throughout all life stages.
Outside of her clinical work, Dr Parry enjoys time outdoors, cooking, and spending time with her family and her dog.
- All consultations with Dr Parry will attract a private fee.
- Accepts new patients
Dr William Guinea
Independent Medical practitioner
ABN 13470850551
Dr William Guinea is a highly experienced General Practitioner, committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. He integrates evidence-based medicine with a holistic approach to support the health and wellbeing of individuals and families across all stages of life.
Originally trained in allied health, Dr Guinea transitioned into medicine to broaden the scope of care he could offer his patients and joined the team at Arana Hills Medical Centre in 2024.
Dr Guinea provides comprehensive care with a particular interest in chronic disease management, including diabetes, hypertension, and respiratory conditions. His background in allied health enhances his ability to offer a well-rounded, multidisciplinary approach to treatment. He places strong emphasis on preventive care, patient education, and collaborative decision-making, ensuring that patients are informed and empowered in managing their health.
- Most consultations with Dr Guinea will attract a private fee.
- Accepts new patients