Our team

Experienced, compassionate, multilingual care.

Our team of healthcare professionals is dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient. We are proud to be a multilingual, multicultural practice serving the diverse community of Griffin and surrounds.

General Practitioners

Meet your GPs.

General Practitioner

Dr Muhammad Tahir

MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Tahir joined Griffin Medical Centre in early 2021. He has a background in internal medicine in tertiary care hospitals and completed his Fellowship with the RACGP in 2019. As an immigrant doctor, he understands cultural sensitivities well and connects easily with patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. After fellowship he completed certifications in the treatment of skin cancers. He takes a bio-psycho-social approach to patient management and also treats WorkCover patients and overseas travellers. Bulk billed for all patients with a valid Medicare card.

Areas of interest:: Chronic Disease Management, Mental Health, Emergency Cases, Skin Cancer Treatment
Languages:: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Availability:: Bulk billed with a valid Medicare card

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General Practitioner

Dr Manjula Abeysinghe

MBBS, FRACGP

After graduating from the University of Kelaniya in Sri Lanka, Dr Abeysinghe worked as a doctor in Sri Lanka for four years before arriving in Australia. Her training here was spent at both Ballarat Base and Redland Bay Hospitals as a registrar in Emergency. She then worked as a General Practitioner in the Lockyer Valley before joining Griffin Medical Centre in 2022. Bulk billed with a valid Medicare card.

Areas of interest:: Women and Children's Health, Paediatrics, Chronic Disease Management, Antenatal Care
Languages:: English, Sinhalese
Availability:: Bulk billed with a valid Medicare card

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General Practitioner

Dr Peter Lawson

FRACGP

Dr Peter has over 40 years of experience in general practice, starting in Brisbane in 1980 after serving with the RAAF. He enjoys all aspects of General Practice, with a keen interest in Aviation and Sports Medicine, and has had professional involvement with AFL and Rugby League. Dr Peter consults patients of all age groups and is passionate about providing compassionate, holistic care. His friendly, warm personality puts patients at ease. Bulk billed for patients with a valid Medicare card.

Areas of interest:: Men's Health, Chronic Disease Management, Aviation Medicine, Sports Medicine
Languages:: English
Availability:: Bulk billed with a valid Medicare card

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Skin Cancer Doctor

Dr Yukman (Wes) Chan

MBBS, FRACGP, FACCS Med

Dr Wesley Chan is a General Practitioner with a focused interest in skin health and skin cancer management. He completed a biochemistry degree in Hong Kong before earning his medical degree from the University of Queensland in 2012, and is a Fellow of both the RACGP and the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery (FACCS Med). His services include comprehensive skin cancer care (skin checks, biopsies and surgical excisions), treatment of common skin conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis, and specialised consultations for ageing, pigmentation and skin health. Skin Doctor available Wednesdays for appointments.

Areas of interest:: Skin Cancer Checks, Biopsies & Surgical Excisions, Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, Dermatitis, Pigmentation & Skin Ageing
Languages:: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
Availability:: Wednesdays

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Medical Practitioner

Dr Peter Andrew

MBBS, FRACGP

Telehealth appointments only. No opioid or ADHD scripts. Patients must have been seen at Griffin Medical Centre face-to-face in the last 12 months and be registered with MyMedicare at Griffin Medical Centre. No new patients via Telehealth. Dr Peter Michael Andrew is a fully qualified General Practitioner with Fellowship from the RACGP (2023). He graduated with honours from Monash University in 2014 and has extensive clinical experience across Melbourne and South Australia, including hospital rotations in emergency medicine, cardiology, orthopaedics and paediatrics. Outside of medicine, Dr Andrew enjoys swimming, hiking, soccer and contributing to medical education. Available for Telehealth consultations on Saturdays.

Areas of interest:: Family Medicine, Chronic Disease Management, Children's Health, Sports Injuries
Languages:: English
Availability:: Telehealth - Saturdays (existing patients only)

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Allied Health

Allied health professionals.

Physiotherapist

Sandeep

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Charles Sturt University, 2019)

Sandeep has a passion for managing people with all musculoskeletal disorders, and believes in empowering people of all ages to self-manage their health while maximising and maintaining strength and independence. He uses the most up-to-date evidence-based physiotherapy treatments — exercise, manual therapy, dry needling, education and lifestyle advice — to help patients achieve their goals. Outside of work he enjoys cricket, music, Brisbane food and wine markets, and time with friends and family.

Areas of interest:: Lower Back & Neck Pain, Hip/Knee/Shoulder Pain, Dry Needling, Tendinopathy, Tennis Elbow, Sports Physiotherapy, Aged Care, Watson Level 1 Headaches & Migraine, Whiplash, Rehabilitation, WorkCover, Motor Vehicle Injuries, Posture Correction, Vertigo, Gait & Balance, Soft Tissue Injuries, Myofascial Stretch Therapy, Ergonomic Assessments, Pre-Employment Medicals, TMJ Pain
Languages:: English, Hindi
Availability:: By appointment

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Podiatrist

Diana Chapoterera

Bachelor of Podiatry (University of Johannesburg) | Postgraduate Certificate in Podiatric Surgery Theory

Diana Chapoterera-Bulle is an experienced podiatrist with over 10 years in clinical practice. She has worked extensively in both private practice and aged care settings, providing comprehensive podiatric care to a wide range of patients. Diana is passionate about early intervention, preventative care, and helping patients maintain long-term mobility and comfort, delivering patient-centred care in a warm and accessible manner.

Areas of interest:: Diabetic Foot Management, Paediatric Foot Conditions, Biomechanics, Ingrown Toenail Treatment, Preventative Care, Aged Care Podiatry
Languages:: English, Shona
Availability:: By appointment

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