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Specialists and Allied Health

Specialists

Dentist

Dr. Vincent Bien

Endocrinologist

Dr. Zemin Cao

Gastroenterologist

Dr. Jacqui Dobson

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Dr. Arunaz Kumar

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Dr. Rajeswari Nair

Geriatrician

Dr Reena Rau

Geriatrician

Dr. Joe Hu

ALLIED HEALTH PROVIDERS

Physiotherapist

Mr. Simon Li

Podiatrist

Ms. Rachael Lam

Optometrist

Mr. Khaber Bajawray

Psychologist

Dr. Hoda Baranzadeh

Audiologist

Dr. Manuj Agarwal

Speech Pathologist

Ms Priya Kumar

Diabetes Educator

Ms Edith Wilson

Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) | Nutritional Consultant

Mr Humphrey Wong

Audiologist

Mr. Julian Hinvest

Julian Hinvest has 20 years clinical experience as an audiologist in both public and private clinics in Australia, New Zealand and in the UK. Julian holds a Master of Audiology degree from the University of Auckland. He is a full member of the Audiological Society of Australia and maintains his practising certificate.

Services provided include:

  • Hearing tests for adults and children aged 3+
  • Fully independent advice on hearing aids and other listening devices
  • No-obligation 30 day money-back trial of hearing devices to ensure complete satisfaction
  • Free hearing devices for eligible Pensioners, Veterans and Workover clients
  • Custom earplugs for noise, swimming and musicians

Psychologist

Dr. Hoda Baranzadeh

I am a registered psychologist in Melbourne. I speak Persian/Farsi and English and I understand Dari as well. I am registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

I was also a registered psychologist in Iran and I have over 10 years of experience in clinical settings. During my years of work, I have gained experience and knowledge to work with people with a range of emotional and psychological issues such as depression, anxiety, and relationship problems. I received my Ph.D. degree in Psychology from Monash University. As part of my Ph.D. research, I assessed and wrote case studies for personality disordered patients in Monash Health to formulate their cognitive and behavioural problems. I offer a holistic approach to therapy and work from a humanistic framework. My evidence-based therapies include CBT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and Schema Therapy with psychoanalytical focus. I accept Mental Health Care Plan.

Psychologist

Mr. Randolf Monteiro

Randolph is a registered multilingual psychologist with over 12 years experience in California (USA) and Australia.
He has worked as a special education teacher, school psychologist and counsellor, with students with multiple disabilities, behavioural problems, anger Management, gangs and bullying issues from diverse backgrounds.
His clinical practice encompasses areas such as Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Trauma Counselling, Substance Abuse, Phobia, Family, Relationship Marital Problems, Couple Counselling, and Mediation, Barriers to Employment, Career Counselling and Guidance.

Randolph’s treatments include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psycho-education, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness, Behavioural interventions, relaxation strategies, skills training, and other CBT interventions. Randolph can also administer psychometric assessments.

Languages spoken other than English: Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi and Persian

Psychologist

Mrs. Hyacinth Monteiro

Hyacinth is a registered Multilingual Psychologist with over 30 years’ experience in California (USA) and Australia.
She has worked as a special education teacher, school psychologist and counsellor, with students with multiple disabilities, behavioural problems, anger management, gangs and bullying issues.

Her clinical practice encompasses areas such as Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Trauma Counselling, Substance Abuse, Phobia, Family, Relationship Marital Problems, Couple Counselling, and Mediation, Barriers to Employment, Career and Guidance Counselling.

Hyacinth’s treatments include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psycho-education, Interpersonal Therapy, Mindfulness, Behavioural interventions, Relaxation Strategies, skills training, and other CBT interventions. Hyacinth can also administer psychometric assessments for Intellectual Disabilities, Depression, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Developmental Delayed Disorders, and Academic, and other Socio-Emotional concerns
Languages spoken other than English: Hindi & Urdu

Physiotherapist

Mr. Simon Li

Simon has been a physiotherapist since 1983. During the first 10 years of his career,Simon worked at different hospitals both overseas and in Australia. He has acquired extensive experience in treating various conditions.
For the last 17 years, Simon has been practising privately in Dandenong. He has post graduate qualifications in Spinal Manipulative Therapy and in Rehabilitation studies.
Simon is a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

Domiciliary Physiotherapy
Residential home, nursing home, special accommodation home visits.

Relief from

  • Back and neck pain
  • Sciatic pain
  • Muscular discomfort
  • Osteoarthritis Rehabilitation and Recovery
  • Workplace assessment
  • Recovery from workplace injuries
  • Motor vehicle accident rehabilitation Pre and Post-Natal Physiotherapy
  • Paediatrics
  • Postural re-education
  • Massage therapy
  • Relaxation

Neurological disorders:

  • Stroke
  • Paralysis
  • Cerebral palsy
  • Bells palsy Manipulative Physiotherapy
  • Musculoskeletal screenings Pre and Post-Natal Physiotherapy
  • Paediatrics
  • Postural re-education
  • Massage therapy
  • Relaxation

DVA, Private Health, TAC and Workcover (pension / health / student discounts)
Medicare EPC – Referral required (no gap payment charged on referral)
We have EFTPOS & Credit card facilities in our clinic. HICAPS is also available for participating health funds.
Preferred provider for Medibank Private, HBA, MBF
Phone: 9793 2688 Fax: 9792 9239
Email: polytekphysio@gmail.com

Dietician

Ms. Ker Wei Ng

Accredited Practising Dietitian
Accredited Nutritionist
Member of the Dietitians Association of Australia

Languages - English, Mandarin, Cantonese & Malay (Indonesian)"

Accredited Practising Dieticians (APDs) are recognised professionals with the qualifications and skills to provide expert nutrition and dietary advice. They know about food and health and can help you sort through the maze of nutrition information and translate scientific information about nutrition into practical advice about what to eat.

Some of the services offered include:

  • Assessment of your nutritional needs
  • Develop personalised eating plans and nutritional guidelines
  • Provide information on healthy eating to manage a range of medical conditions or for optimum health, reading food labels, choosing the best foods when shopping and eating out and healthy ways to prepare food
  • Sort out nutrition fact from fiction.

Rebates

  • Medicare Team Care Arrangements (TCA): Medicare initiatives provides rebates for visits treating chronic or complex health conditions under a care plan coordinated by a general practitioner. Contact Medicare for further information about rebates.
  • Private Health Insurance
  • DVA

Diabetes Educator Nurse

Ms. Francesca Man
Credentialled Diabetes Educator

Francisca is a registered nurse, critical care nurse and a Credentialled Diabetes Educator (CDE).
Credentialled Diabetes Educators are healthcare practitioners qualified to provide personalised diabetes education and care that empowers people with diabetes to deal with their daily self-management, in accordance with the National Standards of Practice for CDEs.
This national standard assures people with, or at risk of, diabetes, their families, cares and healthcare providers of the provision of quality diabetes education and advice.
Only diabetes educators who have completed the ADEA Credentialling program are awarded the CDE status. (Australian Diabetes Educators Association)

Francisca has more than 35 years of nursing experience working in various areas (chronic disease and complex needs, medical, midwifery, paediatric, radiology, critical care nursing: emergency, coronary care and intensive care,) within the public health sector (both overseas and in Melbourne). After obtaining the Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education in 2006, Francisca has been working as a diabetes educator in the public health sector. From 2011 onwards, she has expanded her experience in private diabetes education.
Cost: Patients with Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) referrals are Bulk Billed.

Affiliation:
Australian Diabetes Educators Association
Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
Australian Nurses and Midwives Federation

Area of practice:
Her clients are varied, ranging from Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, newly diagnosed and known diabetes who require updated information and assists them in improving their diabetes self-management skills.
Francisca provides diabetes education assessment, patient education and support (healthy eating for people with diabetes, individualized goals for managing their diabetes and living well with diabetes to prevent or delay diabetes complications) including using resources in multiple languages and pictorial guides, home blood glucose monitoring, education regarding medication and provides advice regarding treatment options.
Francisca also provides insulin initiation and education.
She can deliver service fluently in English and Cantonese.
Francisca is passionate about empowering her clients to undertake self-management, assisting her clients in managing their diabetes to the best of their ability- using a client-centred, evidence based approach to tailor the support and education provided to each individual.

Cost: Patients with Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) referrals are Bulk Billed.

Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine

Dr. Xiu Chun Han

Memberships:
Chinese Medicine Registration Board
Australian Natural Therapist Association

Dr Han is a registered Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner. She graduated from Beijing University and has over 20 years experience specialising in women’s health.

  • Services Provided:
  • Women’s Health
  • Menopause, PMT, Infertility
  • Migraine
  • Rheumatism, Arthritis and Muscular Pain
  • Shoulder, Neck and Back Pain
  • Skin Diseases
  • Chronic Bowel Disease

Rebate is available with Extra Cover with participating health funds.
Discounts available for Pensioners and Health Care Card holders.

Dentist

Dr. Vincent Bien

Dr Vincent Bien graduated from the University of Sydney and has extensive experience as a general dentist, having worked in the public and private sector for the last 20 years. Dr Bien has post graduate qualification in oral medicine and paediatric dentistry from the University of Melbourne. He is a member of the Australian Dental Association.

Services Offered – “Caring and Gentle Family Dental Care”
Prompt emergency service available:

  • General and Preventative Dental Services
  • White Fillings
  • Crowns and Cosmetic Dentistry
  • Endodontic Treatment
  • Teeth Whitening and Bleaching
  • Periodontal Treatment
  • Children’s Dentistry
  • Wisdom Teeth assessment & removal
  • Denture Repairs & Maintenance
  • Continuing Care and Recall System
  • Emergency Services

Victorian General Dental Scheme – VGDS
Victorian Emergency Dental Scheme – VEDS
Medibank Members’ Choice Dental Provider
BUPA – Members First Dental Network
HCF
Medicare Child Dental Benefits Schedule
Veterans’ Affairs

Dr Bien and his team pride themselves on offering affordable, conservative and high quality dental care for the whole family. A visit to the dentist can be an anxious experience for some, therefore our aim is to make your treatment pain free in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

HICAPS electronic Direct Claim for all participating Health Funds
HBA, MBF and HCF preferred provider
EFTPOS facilities, Visa, MC, AMEX accepted
Telephone: (03) 9794 7001
Email: dental.admin@optusnet.com.au

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Dr. Arunaz Kumar
MBBS, MD, MRCOG, FRANZCOG, GCHPE, PhD

Dr. Arunaz Kumar is a senior Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who is able to cater to your gynaecology needs throughout life, and obstetric needs during those vital child bearing years.

Dr Kumar is a highly qualified specialist. She received her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and specialist qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Delhi University, India. Following that, she worked in the United Kingdom at the University College Hospital, London and received her membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG) qualification. She moved to Australia in 2005 and trained across numerous hospitals in Melbourne before receiving her fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRANZCOG) certification in 2009. Dr. Kumar has acquired extensive experience in the speciality over this time and the variety of exposure has enriched her skills.

Dr. Kumar is also a highly qualified academic at Monash University. She holds a Graduate Certificate in Health Professional Education (GCHPE) from Monash University. She also completed her Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in “Interprofessional education using simulation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology” from Monash University. She is the Director of Educational Innovation and Research in Women’s Health at Monash University. She is an expert in interprofessional education, clinical skills training and simulation, and frequently gets invited to national and international meetings and conferences to present her academic work and research. Please read the publications page for more information.

Besides being a clinical specialist, and a leader of medical education and skills training in Australia, Dr Kumar is also working towards better outcomes for women and their babies in low and middle-income countries. She leads the ONE Sim (Obstetric and neonatal emergency simulation) program on maternal and newborn skills training for health professionals and medical and students in India and other countries. She is passionate about spreading her educational and clinical skills to health workers and students across the globe, to empower them to improve outcomes of the women and children they look after.

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Dr. Rajeswari Nair

Biography: Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with almost two decades of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Dr. Rajeswari Nair is originally from India where she trained at Mangalore, (South India) as an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist. In 2004, Dr. Nair moved to Australia and after completing her Obstetric training at Geelong, Dandenong and Monash Medical Centre gained her fellowship with RANZCOG in 2010 and commenced private practice as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

Dr. Nair has extensive experience in all aspects of Obstetrics and has a particular interest in High Risk Obstetrics; in 2008 Dr Nair undertook additional training as a Fellow in Maternal Fetal Medicine at Monash Medical Centre. She is well versed in caring for High Risk pregnancies that are complicated by various maternal or foetal conditions.

Dr. Nair is experienced in all aspects of general Gynaecology performing abdominal as well as laparoscopic procedures. Dr. Nair looks forward to an opportunity to provide expert advice and service to all her patients. She believes in empowering women to make the right decision, in a timely manner.

Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) | Nutritional Consultant

Mr Humphrey Wong

Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) | Nutritional Consultant
B.BMed, M.Diet, APD (DA)
Humphrey Wong, the principal dietitian of 211 Nutrition, has a profound passion for empowering individuals and the community to achieve their optimal health goals through personalised nutrition treatment. He pursued clinical practices at prestigious healthcare institutions, where he honed his skills in clinical nutrition assessment, diagnosis, personalised dietary advice, and evidenced-based nutrition treatments.

Armed with diverse clinical experiences, Humphrey has consistently demonstrated his dietetics expertise in managing Type 1 / 2 / gestational diabetes, Overweight, Malnutrition, Food intolerance and a diverse caseload of chronic health conditions such as chronic kidney disease (CKD), Irritable bowels syndrome (IBS), Inflammatory bowels disease (IBD), Diverticular disease, Oncogenic conditions, Fatty liver, Hypertension, Hypercholesterolemia and Dyslipidemia.
Outside of work, Humphrey enjoys playing tennis, cycling, and spending time with family and friends.

Qualification & Memberships:
  • Bachelor of Biomedicine - University of Melbourne
  • Master of Dietetics - Monash University
  • Accredited Practicing Dietitian - Dietitian Australia
Bulk billing for Medicare EPC plan – Referral required (no gap payment charged on referral)
Private Fees: Initial consultation $80, Follow up consultation $70.
Private insurance rebates – receipt will be provided, which may be claimable for rebate depending on your private health fund cover.
Humphrey speaks fluent English, Canonese and Mandarin.

Dietitian

Ms. Karen Szeto

Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Member of Dietitians Australia

Karen is passionate about using food to optimise health, prevent disease and manage a range of clinical conditions including diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, high cholesterol, weight management, gastrointestinal disorders and nutrient deficiencies.

Consultations are about getting to know you, your eating and lifestyle habits, so that personalised dietary advice and education can be provided to support you in achieving your health goals.

Bulk billing for Medicare EPC plan – Referral required (no gap payment charged on referral)
Private Fees: Initial consultation $90, Follow up consultations $60.
Private insurance rebates – receipt will be provided, which may be claimable for rebate depending on your private health fund cover.

Languages – English, Cantonese

Diabetes Educator

Ms Edith Wilson

Graduated from Bachelor of Pharmacy from Monash University, Edith has been a pharmacist for over two decades. She subsequently obtained a graduate certificate in diabetes education at Deakin University in 2021 and became a diabetes educator/pharmacist.

She is passionate about medication management and empowering people with diabetes to take control of their own glucose management through understanding the importance of lifestyle choices like food, exercise, weight management and glucose monitoring.

Languages Spoken: English, Cantonese, Mandarin

Speech Pathologist

Ms Priya Kumar

Certified Practicing Member of Speech Pathology Australia since 2008

Languages – English, Hindi and Marathi

Priya is a dedicated Speech Pathologist with over 25 years of experience. Through her extensive journey in both clinical and academic settings, Priya has become a seasoned professional, enriching the lives of countless individuals.

Priya's expertise spans a wide range of speech, language, literacy, and hearing disorders, catering to clients of all ages. From nurturing young children's communication development to supporting adults facing challenges in voice and neurogenic disorders, Priya's commitment knows no bounds.

Her professional portfolio includes clients with voice disorders, neurogenic disorders such as stroke and head injuries, children on the autism spectrum or struggling with dyslexia, and school-aged children with language and learning difficulties.

What sets Priya apart is her unwavering passion for making a meaningful impact. She believes in providing compassionate care and support to clients and their families, recognizing their crucial role in the journey towards improvement.

Priya has a commitment to the highest standards of practice. Choosing Priya means selecting a caring guide on your journey to improved communication and a more fulfilling life. Her wealth of experience, genuine passion, and dedication to ongoing learning make her the ideal partner in enhancing speech, language, and overall communication skills.

Audiologist

Dr. Manuj Agarwal

Dr Manuj Agarwal is a highly qualified Doctor of Audiology (Au.D) with over 15 years of experience. He is an Audiology Australia accredited audiologist and is an independent Government contracted hearing aid provider.

His services include:

  •   - Hearing tests for all age groups.
  •   - Earwax micro suction.
  •   - Tinnitus management.
  •   - Bedside balance manoeuvres.

Geriatrician

Dr. Joe Hu

Dr Joel Hu graduated from University of Melbourne in 2014 and obtained his Fellowship of The Royal Australasian College of Physicians in 2022.

Completed his basic physician training at Monash health, followed by specialist training in geriatric medicine at Monash Health and Peninsula Health. He has experience in many areas of Geriatric Medicine during his training including Residential In-Reach, Movement Disorders Unit, Palliative care, Orthogeriatric Perioperative Care, GEM at Home, Geriatric Evaluation and Management unit, memory clinic, and falls and balance clinic.

Dr Hu focuses on holistic approach in the provision of quality care, with special interests in comprehensive geriatric assessment, Parkinson's disease, management of behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD), and palliative care.

Dr Hu is able to communicate fluently in English and Mandarin.

Gastroenterologist

General Physician and Gastroenterologist
Dr Dobson is a consultant gastroenterologist, who trained at the Alfred Hospital and at the Austin Hospital Liver Transplant Unit. She has ongoing involvement at the Austin Hospital, and has been involved in research into hepatology and obesity.

Gynecologist

Dr. Myran Ponnam-Palam

Dr. Ponnam-Palam offers services in:

  • Fertility: Male and Female Infertility, Insemination, IVF, Fertility preservation
  • Hormonal Issues: Adolescent Gynaecology, Menopause, Contraceptive, Menstrual Irregularity, PCOS
  • Gynaecology: Endometriosis, Fibroids, Menorrhagia, Cervical Anomalies
  • Surgical: Laproscopic / Hysteroscopic Procedures, Microsurgical Tubal and Vasectomy Reversal

Endocrinologist

Dr. Zemin Cao

Dr. Cao has special interest in the management of diabetes, thyroid disorders and general endocrine abnormalities.
Languages spoken other than English: Mandarin

Geriatrician

Dr. Chia Pei Chong
MBBS FRACP
Member of the Royal Australasian and New Zealand College of Physicians.

Dr Chong completed her medical degree at Monash University and completed her specialty training through Monash Health, Eastern Health and the Alfred Hospital. Dr Chong has a Fellowship in continence management and currently completing a Master degree in Wound Care.

Dr Chong works in the hospital as the Medical Lead in GEM at home, a service that provides geriatric assessment and rehabilitation for older patients at home. She also provides care for older people in complex care clinic and with aged care assessment service (ACAS).

She is passionate in improving the health and quality of life for her patients, advocating for her patients including helping them to stay at home. Her strengths are providing complex care for patients in the community including managing polypharmacy, cognitive impairment, falls and balance, chronic wound care.

Dr Chong is fluent in multiple languages including Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay.