Dr Tom Dunn
Dr Thomas Dunn, a General Practitioner & Procedural Specialist has been at this practice for many years.
Tom graduated from University of Queensland in 1972 and registered as a GP in 1972.
He has a Bachelor in Medicine & Surgery.
His special interest is in removal of skin lesions, which he performs both at the practice and at St Stephens Hospital. In his spare time Tom loves to fish.
Dr Tom Dunn
Dr Thomas Dunn, a General Practitioner & Procedural Specialist has been at this practice for many years.
Tom graduated from University of Queensland in 1972 and registered as a GP in 1972.
He has a Bachelor in Medicine & Surgery.
His special interest is in removal of skin lesions, which he performs both at the practice and at St Stephens Hospital. In his spare time Tom loves to fish.
Dr Shazia Hassan
Dr Shazia Hassan is a dedicated General Practitioner with over 15 years of distinguished experience in Family Medicine.
She obtained her medical degree from Pakistan in 2006 and has worked extensively in primary care settings. She has gained her MCPS in Family Medicine in 2016 and MRCGP (INT) in 2022. With more than a decade of expertise in general practice, Dr Hassan has had the privilege of delivering comprehensive medical care to diverse patient demographics.
Dr Hassan has expertise in the treatment and management of acute and chronic medical conditions with a special interest in women’s health and mental health.
Dr Hassan has settled in the area with her Husband and three children. She loves to cook, read and garden.
Dr Shazia Hassan
Dr Shazia Hassan is a dedicated General Practitioner with over 15 years of distinguished experience in Family Medicine.
She obtained her medical degree from Pakistan in 2006 and has worked extensively in primary care settings. She has gained her MCPS in Family Medicine in 2016 and MRCGP (INT) in 2022. With more than a decade of expertise in general practice, Dr Hassan has had the privilege of delivering comprehensive medical care to diverse patient demographics.
Dr Hassan has expertise in the treatment and management of acute and chronic medical conditions with a special interest in women’s health and mental health.
Dr Hassan has settled in the area with her Husband and three children. She loves to cook, read and garden.
Dr Geoffrey Zachariah
Dr. Geoffrey Zachariah is a General Practitioner, born in Kuwait and has spent much of his professional life in India and Dubai.
He graduated with a medical degree from the Philippines in 2007, followed by membership with the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK) in 2018.
With over 15 years of experience in general practice, Dr. Zachariah brings a well-rounded perspective to patient care, enriched by his work across varied healthcare landscapes.
Dr. Zachariah is passionate about preventive medicine and believes that happiness and well-being are vital to a healthy lifestyle. His expertise lies in managing acute and chronic conditions, particularly diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
Outside of work, Dr. Zachariah loves exploring new spots with his wife and children, camping in the great outdoors and hosting BBQs.
Dr Geoffrey Zachariah
Dr. Geoffrey Zachariah is a General Practitioner, born in Kuwait and has spent much of his professional life in India and Dubai.
He graduated with a medical degree from the Philippines in 2007, followed by membership with the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK) in 2018.
With over 15 years of experience in general practice, Dr. Zachariah brings a well-rounded perspective to patient care, enriched by his work across varied healthcare landscapes.
Dr. Zachariah is passionate about preventive medicine and believes that happiness and well-being are vital to a healthy lifestyle. His expertise lies in managing acute and chronic conditions, particularly diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
Outside of work, Dr. Zachariah loves exploring new spots with his wife and children, camping in the great outdoors and hosting BBQs.
Dr Muhammad Nadeem Khawaja (Dr Ned)
Dr Muhammad Nadeem Khawaja (Dr Ned), graduated from A. I. Medical College, Pakistan, in 1991. He has Membership of the Royal college of General Practitioners UK, which he obtained in 2007 (first batch in South Asia).
His father was a renowned GP, so he is a second generation GP with over 30 years of experience in Family Medicine, specializing in comprehensive medical assessments, chronic conditions’ management, acute illnesses, minor injuries, and care planning. Over the decades, Dr Nadeem has provided holistic healthcare to diverse patient demographics, fostering strong, enduring relationships as a dedicated family physician. He thinks that a GP is like a family member, who should know his patients well in order to serve them.
In his spare time he goes over to the local gym for a workout.
Dr Muhammad Nadeem Khawaja (Dr Ned)
Dr Muhammad Nadeem Khawaja (Dr Ned), graduated from A. I. Medical College, Pakistan, in 1991. He has Membership of the Royal college of General Practitioners UK, which he obtained in 2007 (first batch in South Asia).
His father was a renowned GP, so he is a second generation GP with over 30 years of experience in Family Medicine, specializing in comprehensive medical assessments, chronic conditions’ management, acute illnesses, minor injuries, and care planning. Over the decades, Dr Nadeem has provided holistic healthcare to diverse patient demographics, fostering strong, enduring relationships as a dedicated family physician. He thinks that a GP is like a family member, who should know his patients well in order to serve them.
In his spare time he goes over to the local gym for a workout.
Dr. James Chanaka
Dr. James Chanaka is a compassionate General Practitioner committed to providing comprehensive care to his patients. He focuses on a holistic approach to patient care, with a particular interest in managing chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, as well as performing skin cancer assessments and excisions.
He graduated from the University of Zimbabwe in 2003 and gained experience in several medical disciplines, including emergency medicine and general practice.
After arriving in Australia in 2011, Dr. Chanaka worked in the emergency departments of Hervey Bay and Maryborough before transitioning to general practice in Hervey Bay in 2012. He obtained his Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2014.
Dr. Chanaka also enjoys mentoring future GPs and serves as an examiner with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Outside of his medical career, Dr. Chanaka is passionate about running. He is a regular participant in the Hervey Bay Parkrun every Saturday morning and has competed in numerous marathon festivals across Queensland, interstate, and internationally — including completing the Amsterdam Marathon in 2024.
Dr. James Chanaka
Dr. James Chanaka is a compassionate General Practitioner committed to providing comprehensive care to his patients. He focuses on a holistic approach to patient care, with a particular interest in managing chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease and diabetes, as well as performing skin cancer assessments and excisions.
He graduated from the University of Zimbabwe in 2003 and gained experience in several medical disciplines, including emergency medicine and general practice.
After arriving in Australia in 2011, Dr. Chanaka worked in the emergency departments of Hervey Bay and Maryborough before transitioning to general practice in Hervey Bay in 2012. He obtained his Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2014.
Dr. Chanaka also enjoys mentoring future GPs and serves as an examiner with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Outside of his medical career, Dr. Chanaka is passionate about running. He is a regular participant in the Hervey Bay Parkrun every Saturday morning and has competed in numerous marathon festivals across Queensland, interstate, and internationally — including completing the Amsterdam Marathon in 2024.
Dr Afshan Wazir
A compassionate and experienced General Practitioner, Dr Afshan Wazir is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals and families of all ages. Dr Wazir graduated from Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore, in 2010 and has over 15 years of clinical experience gained across Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. During her time in the UAE, Dr Wazir worked under the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi, providing comprehensive primary care to patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
Dr Wazir was awarded Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) in June 2022. Dr Wazir has extensive experience caring for children, women, adults, and older people, and I am committed to delivering evidence-based, personalised healthcare. Dr Wazir believes in taking the time to listen to her patients, empowering them to make informed decisions, and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and compassion.
Outside of medicine, Dr Wazir enjoys spending time outdoors and has a passion for walking, gardening, and exploring the countryside, finding that nature promotes well-being and balance. Dr Wazir looks forward to caring for the local community and helping patients achieve their best possible health.
Dr Afshan Wazir
A compassionate and experienced General Practitioner, Dr Afshan Wazir is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred care for individuals and families of all ages. Dr Wazir graduated from Fatima Jinnah Medical University, Lahore, in 2010 and has over 15 years of clinical experience gained across Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates. During her time in the UAE, Dr Wazir worked under the Department of Health in Abu Dhabi, providing comprehensive primary care to patients with a wide range of acute and chronic medical conditions.
Dr Wazir was awarded Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) in June 2022. Dr Wazir has extensive experience caring for children, women, adults, and older people, and I am committed to delivering evidence-based, personalised healthcare. Dr Wazir believes in taking the time to listen to her patients, empowering them to make informed decisions, and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and compassion.
Outside of medicine, Dr Wazir enjoys spending time outdoors and has a passion for walking, gardening, and exploring the countryside, finding that nature promotes well-being and balance. Dr Wazir looks forward to caring for the local community and helping patients achieve their best possible health.