DOCTORS AT ANDREW PLACE CLINIC

Andrew Place Clinic is an independent association of medical practitioners.
All doctors at Andrew Place Clinic can help with a wide range of General Practice issues including:  children’s health, asthma, diabetes, heart health, preventative medicine, family planning and fertility, geriatric medicine, immunisation, women's health, menopause, men’s health, mental health, minor surgery, sexual health, skin checks, and travel medicine.

Dr. Eric Tay
MBBS(Hons), FRACGP

I graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1993 with Honours in Medicine and Surgery and have been a Fellow of RACGP since 2000.

I have always enjoyed the variety and complexity of work that comes with being a trusted member of the local community.

Special interests: Complex medical problems, Chronic health conditions including diabetes, kidney disease and cardiovascular disease, Geriatric medicine, and Removal of skin lesions (including skin cancer removal)

Outside of work my main passion is exploring the world with my family. I have extensive experience in family travel especially involving kids with allergies and I really enjoy sharing that knowledge with my patients.  I also play regular competition table tennis as I chase a dream from my childhood!

Consulting from Feb 2025: 
Tuesday - Mill Park
Wednesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Bundoora
Friday - Bundoora
Monthly Saturday - Bundoora
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Currently Dr. Eric Tay is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand - this is subject to change

Dr. Christina Illing
MBBS, BSc, FRACGP

I returned to Andrew Place in 2014, after being here as a registrar in 2012. It is a fantastic place to work, with a supportive team of doctors, nurses and administrative staff, and diverse, interesting and friendly patients.

Special interests: ​women’s health, obstetrics shared-care, preventative health and removal of skin lesions. I also enjoy the privilege of looking after multiple generations of a family across their life journey. I am a member of the Australasian Menopause Society. I also insert Mirena and Kyleena Intrauterine Devices.
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When I am not in the office, I can be found chasing after my children, playing with my two dogs, baking and catching up with friends and family.

Consulting from Feb 2025: 
Monday - Bundoora
Tuesday - Mill Park 
Wednesday - Mill Park
Thursday - Mill Park
Monthly Saturday - Bundoora
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Christina exclusively privately bills consultations
Currently Dr. Christina Illing asks that ALL New Patients (Adults & Children) book a double appointment on their initial consultation ​

Dr. Lisa Mifsud
MBBS(Hons), BMedSci, FRACGP, DRANZCOG, DCH

I returned to Andrew Place in 2015 after completing my registrar training here in 2013.

Special interests: ​women's health and sexual health - having worked at the Royal Women's Hospital and the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre. I am currently registered for shared care with the local maternity hospitals and provide IUD insertion services at Andrew Place Clinic – Mill Park. I also enjoy all other aspects of general practice and am happy to see anyone in need. 
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​Education is an important part of my working life. I have previously been the lead supervisor at Andrew Place Clinic for our training registrars and the co-ordinator of level one training with the RACGP training organisation for Eastern Victoria. Currently, I am the Metro East Senior Local Local Medical Educator for RACGP. I also examine for general practice examinations several times per year. 

Outside of work, you will find me running around after my daughter and son baking.

drlisamifsud.com.au

Consulting:
Friday - Mill Park
Saturday - Fortnightly Bundoora & Fortnightly Mill Park

Currently Dr. Lisa Mifsud is seeing New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Melanie Hemsley
MBBS(Hons), BA BSc, FRACGP, DRANZCOG

I have been a member of the Andrew Place team since 2012 and became a fellow of the college of General Practitioners in early 2014. In 2017 I was happy to become one of the managing partners here at Andrew Place Clinic and am very proud of our wonderful team and the very high standard of care we provide.

Special interests: women's health and hold a diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology as well as a National Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health. I enjoy looking after women during their pregnancies by providing shared care for maternity patients at the Mercy and Northern hospitals. Recently I have expanded my office gynaecology services by providing IUD insertions here at the clinic.

​​​A particular delight during my working day is also seeing and treating the little ones that make up the Andrew Place's paediatric population.

​Educating our future medical workforce is an important part of what I do – I have previously taught in the department of Medicine at Melbourne University and I am currently a supervisor of our wonderful Andrew Place Clinic registrars.

Outside of work I am most often found running after my 2 busy children.  Other loves - (in no particular order) - include coffee, pilates, yoga, travel, reading and good-food.

Consulting: 
Monday - Mill Park   
Tuesday - Bundoora
Fortnightly Wednesday: Mill Park
Thursday - Bundoora
Monthly Saturday - Bundoora
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Dr. Melanie Hemsley is currently only seeing New Patients under 65yrs
Currently Dr. Melanie Hemsley asks that ALL New Patients book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Melissa Cairns
MBBS, BSc (Hons), FRACGP, DRANZCOG

I live locally and I'm really proud of our team who are working hard to provide a high quality comprehensice medical service to the community.  I'm really excited about the opening of our sister clinic in Mill Park and will be working there as well as our original clinic in Bundoora.

I am very active and enjoy sports medicine, as well as taking a person-centred, non-shaming approach to weight and fitness improvement. ​I like to ensure you are staying as healthy as possible by looking at your preventative health care, diet and lifestyle.

I hold a diploma of obstetrics and gynaecology and have broad experience in women’s health.  I am an advocate for reproductive choices.  I enjoy post partum and breastfeeding care, as well as infant settling and paediatrics. 

Special interests: sports medicine, womens health, childrens health, dermatology including dermatitis, acne, rashes and diagnosis and removal of small skin lesions.  

​When I am not at work I will be tending to my veggie patch, carting the kids around to their various pursuits, riding my bike, or camping in the bush with my family.

Consulting: 
Monday - Mill Park 
Wednesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Bundoora
Monthly Saturday - Mill Park

Dr. Melissa Cairns is currently only seeing New Patients under 65yrs
Currently Dr. Melissa Cairns asks that ALL New Patients book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Tristan Barnes
MBBS (Hons), FRACGP, MEng

I have worked at Andrew Place clinic since 2018, returning after completing my advanced training as a GP. It is a great place to work with fantastic staff committed to providing the best of care to the community.

I enjoy the whole scope of health issues that General Practice brings. The ability to work with a large cross section of society is what makes my job really enjoyable.  

Special interests: I am very passionate about preventative health, lifestyle intervention and providing evidence based medicine, while trying to focus my treatment on the person not just the disease. I also have a special interest in sports and lifestyle medicine and am a current member of Sports Medicine Victoria (SMA).

Outside of work you can find me running around after my family, riding my bike or bush walking.

​www.drtristanbarnes.com
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Dr. Tristan Barnes is currently on Extended Holiday Leave until October 2025.
​Consulting from Oct 2025:
Monday - Bundoora 
​Wednesday - Mill Park 
Thursday - Bundoora 
Friday - Mill Park
Monthly Saturday - Bundoora
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Currently Dr. Tristan Barnes asks that ALL New Patients over 65years old book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Roslyn Rayner
MBBS

I have worked as a GP at Andrew Place Clinic since 1993.

Special interests: Although I enjoy all aspects of General Practice, I have a particular interest in preventive health, women’s and children’s health, sports medicine and removal of small skin lesions.

I choose to work at Andrew Place Clinic because it is a caring and compassionate workplace. We all strive towards professional excellence and feel strongly about our local community and patients.

My interests outside of work include yoga, skiing (both downhill and cross country) and reading, but nothing beats time with family and friends.

Consulting from November 2025: 
Tuesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Bundoora
Friday - Bundoora 

Currently Dr. Roslyn Rayner is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand - this is subject to change

​Dr. Philip Smith
MBBS, FRACGP

I have been a regular face at Andrew Place Clinic since 1998.

Special interests: I have a particular interest in children’s health, mental health and skin lesions.

​I work at Andrew Place Clinic all day Tuesdays and Thursdays and one in four Saturday mornings. I also work 2 day per week at Headspace in Collingwood.

​Away from the clinic I have a couple of teenage children, and occasionally dabble in writing, video production and wine-making.

Consulting: 
Tuesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Bundoora
Monthly Saturday - Bundoora
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Currently Dr. Philip Smith is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand

Dr. Kate Ludescher
​MBBS, FRACGP

I first worked at Andrew Place as a registrar in 2006 and enjoyed it so much I returned in 2008 and have been here ever since!

Special interests: I enjoy looking after our patient population and the variety of presentations we see, but have a particular interest in Women's Health and Children's Health.
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I work part-time with the rest of my time is spent looking after my 3 young children and enjoying a range of activities with them and my husband. I love cooking and eating good food, travelling and almost anything that allows me to be outside in the fresh air.

Consulting: 
Tuesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Bundoora
1 in 8 Saturdays - Bundoora

Currently Dr. Kate Ludescher is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand

Dr. Genevieve Shing
​MBBS, FRACGP

I happily returned to Andrew Place Clinic in 2012, following my time here as Registrar in 2010, and since then continue to thoroughly enjoy a career in primary care, amidst a fantastic team of fellow GPs, nurses and reception staff. 

Special interests: Whilst the broad, and often unpredictable nature of General Practice has always been a challenge and huge source of satisfaction, I enjoy particular interests in child, adolescent and women’s health. 
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Beyond this, there is much to be enjoyed, including life as a busy mum, and revelling in all things dog and running related!

Consulting:
Dr. Shing is currently on Leave
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​​Currently Dr. Genevieve Shing is not taking on new patients.

​Dr. Leanne Cole
MBBS (Hons), FRACGP, BAppSci (Med Rad Tech), Grad Dip (Med US)

I first started at Andrew Place Clinic in 2016 as a General Practice registrar and look forward to many more years of looking after my patients at this wonderful clinic.

Providing care for every member of the family, from babies through to those in their later years, is something I find really rewarding. I believe in the importance of developing a long term therapeutic relationship with my patients and focusing on high quality care for them.  My goal is to help patients be the best versions of themselves by helping them to optimise their health.

On a personal level, I have three energetic boys and I spend much of my spare time playing Uber-Mum.   I also love spending time in my garden, doing yoga, dancing, watching movies, shopping, travel, as well as enjoying good food and wine.

Special interests: Paediatrics (including developmental medicine and autism spectrum disorder), women’s health, skin conditions, travel medicine.  I have particular interest in lifestyle/preventative medicine and evidence-based weight management.  I work collaboratively with patients to create sustainable, personalised health plans.

I am a member of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and the National Association of Clinical Obesity Services.

Consulting: 
Monday - Bundoora
Wednesday Mornings - Bundoora
Friday Mornings - Bundoora
1 in 8 Saturdays - Bundoora
Leanne exclusively privately bills consultations
​Currently Dr. Leanne Cole is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand

Dr. Simone Craig
MBBS, FRACGP

I am delighted to join the team at APC.

I first trained and worked as a physiotherapist in Queensland and the UK, then moved to NSW to study and train to be a doctor, finishing at Sydney University in 2005. I worked in NSW in regional adult hospitals, a metropolitan children’s hospital, and multiple General Practices, finishing GP Specialist training in 2011.
I also worked in a Community Youth Health Service, and a Youth-friendly Reproductive and Sexual Health Service, in inner and outer western Sydney suburbs. I have been working as a GP in Melbourne since 2019. 

Special interests: I am particularly interested in working with young people, supporting diverse and vulnerable populations, preventative care, sexual and reproductive health, mental health and wellbeing.  

When I’m not working, I enjoy hanging out with my loved ones. You might spot me running through mud on the local trails, riding my bike, playing kick-to-kick, or coaxing fruit and veges out of my garden.

Consulting: 
Tuesday - Bundoora
Friday - Bundoora
1 in 8 Saturdays - Bundoora 
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Currently Dr. Simone Craig is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand 

Dr. Sanjay Sudarshanan
MD, FRACGP 

I joined Andrew Place Clinic as a registrar in February 2021 and have since completed my General Practice training.
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I graduated from  Flinders University Medical School in Adelaide in 2015, and prior to this completed the Bachelor of Biomedicine at the University of Melbourne. I have  worked in a variety of hospitals including the Royal Adelaide Hospital, Austin Health and Monash Health in a variety of specialties such as general medicine, geriatrics, surgery and emergency care.

Special interests: Through my work as a GP, I enjoy being able to look after people from all walks of life and aim to provide patient centred care. My interest areas include chronic diseases, men’s health, musculoskeletal medicine and preventative health.

Outside of the clinic I enjoy running, watching sports (especially soccer), and appreciate good food & wine with family and friends.

Consulting from 15th September 2025: 
Monthly Saturday - Bundoora
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Currently Dr. Sanjay Sudarshanan is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand

​Dr. Stephen Park

I graduated from the University of Glasgow in 2008 and moved to Melbourne in 2010.

Before becoming a GP, I worked in emergency medicine, paediatric training, and neonatal medicine at the Royal Children’s Hospital and the Mercy Hospital for Women.

I’m a S100 HIV prescriber and a member of ASHM.

I’m passionate about providing inclusive, compassionate care across all stages of life.

Outside of work, I enjoy swimming, cycling & tennis. 

Special interests: Paediatrics, newborn medicine, sexual health and HIV, and gender-affirming care.

Consulting from August 2025: 
Monday - Mill Park
Wednesday - Mill Park
Thursday - Mill Park 
Friday - Mill Park
​Monthly Saturday - Mill Park 

Dr. Stephen Park is seeing New Patients for non-WorkCover matters- ALL New Patient regardless of age must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Marita Long
MBBS, FRACGP, DCH CERT S & RH

I have worked across a range of General Practice settings including Family Planning, The Mother and Baby Unit in Hobart as well as Dementia Training Australia, and I am a current board member of the Australasian Menopause Society and a committee member of the Australian Society of Psychosocial Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 

Special interests: Despite having special interests in Women’s Health, Cognitive Health and Healthy Ageing the thing I love the most about being a GP is seeing everyone – from newborns to centenarians and everyone in between. Everyday we learn from our patients there is so much to know!

Consulting from February 2026: 
Monday - Fortnightly at Mill Park
Thursday - Mill Park
Friday - Mill Park
1 in 8 Saturdays at Mill Park & some extras at Bundoora 
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Currently Dr. Marita Long is NOT seeing New Patients due to existing patient demand however the exception is that Dr. Marita Long has the capacity to see one new patient per session for menopause-related consultations only. These consultations will be 45min appointments and incur a higher fee. If you have seen her at a previous Clinic but new to APC, please speak with reception.

Dr. Michaela Cuschieri

I graduated from Monash Medical School in 2020 and then worked at Northern Health before beginning my GP training. 
 
Special interests: With a keen interest in holistic medicine, I find the most rewarding aspect of general practice is the long therapeutic relationships built. I hope to look after a wide range of patients with a special interest in child/adolescent health, sexual health and mental illness. 
 
Consulting from January 2026:  
Tuesday - Bundoora
Wednesday - Mill Park
Thursday - Mill Park
1 in 4 Saturdays - Bundoora 
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Currently Dr. Michaela Cuschieri is seeing New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Cherry Liang

I completed my medical degree at Monash University, graduating in 2019. I
have since worked in several specialty areas including dermatology, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, addiction medicine and emergency medicine.

Special interests: My special interests include dermatology and preventative health. 
 
I am passionate about providing comprehensive and compassionate patient care, with a particular interest in culturally sensitive healthcare. I am working towards becoming multilingual.

​Outside of work, I am either playing badminton with friends or at home gardening

​Consulting from Feb 2025:
Monday morning - Bundoora  
Tuesday - Mill Park
Wednesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Bundoora 
1 in 4 Saturdays - Bundoora
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Currently Dr. Cherry Liang is seeing New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Seema Deb
BMedSci(Hons), MD, ARANZCOG(Cert)

I graduated from Monash University in 2020 and then worked at St Vincent’s and Eastern Health in Melbourne before beginning my GP training. I have undertaken extra training in women’s health as well as in children’s health, completing a Certificate of Women’s Health and the Sydney Child Health Program. I am passionate about providing holistic patient care.

Special interests: Although I enjoy all aspects of general practice, I am developing a special interest in children's, women's and  sexual health (including Implanon insertion).
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Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, running and painting. 
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Consulting from August: 
Monday - Bundoora 
Tuesday - Mill Park 
Wednesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Mill Park 
Friday – Mill Park 
1 in 4 Saturdays - Bundoora

Currently Dr. Seema Deb is seeing New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Claire Stewart

I am so pleased to be joining this great team at Andrew Place in 2025.
 
I completed my medical degree at Australian National University in 2018 and was an intern at The Canberra Hospital before returning home to Melbourne and gaining further hospital experience across a range of specialties with Monash Health. I enjoy all aspects of general practice and look forward to continuing to work with a diverse range of patients through life’s ups and downs.

Special interests: My interests include women’s health, infant and child health, lactation medicine, sexual health, supporting people to manage chronic conditions and preventative medicine.

Outside of work I love spending time with friends and family which includes my husband and two busy young kids. I enjoy bushwalks, beach trips, camping and reading fiction.

Dr. Claire Stewart will start consulting at APC in February 2025.
Consulting: 
Monday - Mill Park 
Wednesday - Bundoora
Thursday - Mill Park 
Friday – Bundoora 
Saturday - Rotating fortnightly between Mill Park & Bundoora 

Currently Dr. Claire Stewart is seeing New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation ​

​Dr. Mais Ayyad

Please note Dr. Mais Ayyad will be returning to APC Mill Park from Mid April

I graduated from Deakin University and completed my junior doctor training at Eastern Health, where I gained a broad range of experience. I grew up in Melbourne and am dedicated to providing a high standard of healthcare to the community. I enjoy all areas of general practice.

Outside of work, I enjoy travelling, socialising and learning new languages. 

Dr. Mais Ayyad will recommence consulting at APC in Mid April 2026.
(Bookings will be made available closer to her recommencement date) 
Consulting: 
Monday - Mill Park 
Tuesday - Mill Park
Thursday - Mill Park 
Monthly Saturdays - Mill Park
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Dr. Mais Ayyad will see New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Rory Maxwell

I'm really excited to be joining the team at Andrew Place Clinic in 2025!

I completed my medical degree at Monash University in 2015, and since then, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings. My main focus has been Emergency Medicine at Monash Health, but I’ve also spent time working in regional and remote areas of both Victoria and the Northern Territory. These experiences have given me a broad perspective on healthcare, which I’m eager to bring to general practice.

Special interests: I’m passionate about all aspects of general practice, but I have a particular interest in preventive medicine, mental health, and helping patients manage chronic conditions. I love building long-term relationships with patients and empowering them to take control of their health.

Outside of work, you’ll often find me running or hitting the gym for some weight training. I’m also an avid guitar player and love to unwind by playing music. I’m really looking forward to getting to know you and being part of your healthcare journey!

Consulting from February 2026: 
Tuesday - Bundoora 
Wednesday - Mill Park 
Thursday - Mill Park 
Friday - Bundoora
1 in 4 Saturdays - Bundoora

Currently Dr. Rory Maxwell is seeing New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Rachel De Jong

​I completed my postgraduate Doctor of Medicine with Monash University in 2020.
For the subsequent 3 years before starting General Practice training, I worked at public hospitals in the Monash Health and Eastern Health networks in various specialties, including a year in women's health while completing the Associate Procedural Training Program with the Royal Australian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ARANZCOG). 

I absolutely love working in General Practice and connecting with my patients. I am passionate about supporting people through the ups and downs of life and empowering everyone to achieve their own health goals. 

Special interests: Women's and Children's health and preventative medicine.

Outside of work, I'm happily married and love cycling with my husband, spending time with my gorgeous nephews and playing the piano. 

Consulting from August: 
Monday - Mill Park  
Tuesday - Mill Park  
Wednesday - Mill Park  
Friday - Mill Park  
1 in 4 Saturdays - Mill Park 

Currently Dr. Rachel De Jong is seeing New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Stephanie Ivezic

Please note Dr. Stephanie Ivezic will commence at APC Mill Park from February 2026

I completed my postgraduate medical degree at Deakin University in 2021 and have since worked across a broad range of hospital specialities through St Vincents, Peter Mac and Werribee Mercy. I highly value preventative care, working collaboratively with my patients along with using evidence based medicine to support their health.  
 
Special interests: Whilst I enjoy seeing the full scope of diversity present in general practice, my areas of special interest include travel medicine, child and adolescent health, women’s health, and preventative healthcare. 
 
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, hiking with my dog and creative crafts. 
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Consulting from February 2026: 
Monday - Mill Park 
Tuesday - Mill Park
1 in 4 Saturdays - Mill Park
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Dr. Stephanie Ivezic will see New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. Ruyan (Ru) Chen

Please note Dr. Ru Chen will commence at APC Mill Park from February 2026

I grew up in New Zealand and completed my medical degree at the University of Auckland. Since then, I have worked at various metropolitan and regional hospitals across Victoria, NSW and South Australia. I now call Melbourne home and enjoy providing care that is kind, supportive and tailored to each individual.
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Special interests: chronic disease management, skin medicine, women’s and sexual health, and weight management. I also enjoy performing minor procedures such as skin lesion removal, Implanon insertion and ear syringing, and I have completed a Professional Certificate of Dermoscopy. However what I value most about general practice is the opportunity to meet and care for people from all walks of life! I can also speak Mandarin.
In my spare time I like trying new sports, music and dancing, watching movies, and spending time with friends and family. I love cooking and hosting whenever I get the chance.
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Consulting from February 2026: 
Fortnightly Monday - Mill Park 
Fortnightly Wednesday - Mill Park
Friday - Mill Park
1 in 4 Saturdays - Mill Park
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Dr. Ruyan Chen will see New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation 

Dr. David Marshall

Please note Dr. David Marshall will commence at APC from February 2026

I completed a Bachelor of Science at Victoria University before graduating from the University of Notre Dame in 2018 with a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery.

Prior to commencing as a GP Registrar in 2025, I completed several years of training within Critical Care and was an Intensive Care trainee at St Vincent’s and Eastern Health.
 
Specialist interests: I am passionate about preventative medicine and patient advocacy via education and empowerment. I have developed a special interest in paediatric medicine as well as mental health. 
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I live locally and spend most of my free time chasing after my two young children and also am a very amateur runner. I am always up for hearing a great/terrible dad joke.  

Consulting from February 2026: 
Monday - Bundoora
Tuesday - Bundoora 
Wednesday - Mill Park
Thursday - Mill Park
Friday - Bundoora
Monthly Saturdays - Bundoora
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Dr. David Marshall will see New Patients - over 16years old must book a double appointment on their initial consultation ​

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