Barbara Yassa, Dietitian
BSc, M.Nutr & Diet
Barbara is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and Nutritionist with a Masters Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from The University of Sydney. She has a passion for promoting healthy eating messages through consuming all foods in moderation as part of a healthy balanced diet in an accessible and sustainable manner. Barbara focuses on areas such as cardiovascular disease, children’s nutrition, diabetes, malnutrition and weight management as well as general health. She is dedicated to inspiring patients to lead a healthier and subsequently happier life, focusing on long-term goals rather than a 'quick-fix'.
Languages: Arabic
To make an appointment with Barbara, please see your GP for a referral or call Reception on 8822 3000.
Click here to read more about the free KRMC Walking Group
Cancellation fee: Due to the high number of no-shows and late cancellations a $50.00 fee is payable to secure your appointment. This fee is returned in full or deducted from the cost of the appointment on attendance.
Hadi Youssef, Exercise Physiologist
B.Applied Science (ExPhys), ESSAM, AEP
Hadi is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist who graduated from the University of Sydney. He is interested in providing optimal health outcomes through individually tailored exercise programs and behavioural interventions. Hadi’s services span a wide range of health concerns surrounding cardiovascular health, musculoskeletal injury, chronic pain, diabetes management, neuromuscular disease, work injuries, sports injuries and returning to sport.
To make an appointment with Hadi, please see your GP for a referral or call Reception on 8822 3000.
Languages: Arabic
Cancellation fee: Due to the high number of no-shows and late cancellations a $50.00 fee is payable to secure your appointment. This fee is returned in full or deducted from the cost of the appointment on attendance.
Patrick Gallagher, Podiatrist
BPod
Patrick studied at the University of Newcastle, graduating in 2011 and has since worked extensively in clinical settings and aged care facilities.
Patrick's work covers skin and nail care, nail surgery, the treatment of foot and lower limb musculoskeletal injuries and the foot care of diabetic patients. He is open to developing a team care approach with GPs and other allied health providers to provide the best outcomes for his patients.
To make an appointment with Patrick, please see your GP for a referral or call Reception on 8822 3000.
Note - Cancellations and No-Shows: If you need to cancel or re-book your appointment with Patrick, you will need to give a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Failure to do so may result in the full fee being charged. This is so we can try to offer your appointment to another patient. The same may apply to patients who fail to attend a booked appointment.
Click here to read more about the KRMC Diabetes Clinic.
Mick McKerihan, Physiotherapist
B.App.SC (Physiotherapy), B.App.Sc (Sports Coaching)
Mick has been working as a physiotherapist in Blacktown for the past 16 years, having graduated from The University of Sydney in 1999. He has a background in sports science having previously completed a degree in Sports Coaching at the University of Canberra and working in the area of corporate fitness at Parliament House. He is a manual therapist with experience in the treatment of all musculoskeletal conditions and, with accreditation in The Sarah Key Method, he has a special interest in the treatment of chronic low back pain.
Shockwave Therapy is now available for the treatment of a range of tendon, muscle and joint conditions including achilles tendonitis, hip pain, knee pain, shoulder tendonitis and tennis elbow. Read more here.
Note - Cancellation Fees: If you need to cancel or re-book an appointment, you will need to give a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. This is so we can try to offer your appointment to another patient. Failure to attend 2 or more sessions in a row without contacting us and/or asking us to reschedule, will result in all outstanding appointments being cancelled. You will then have to rebook at a later date. If you fail to attend an appointment or do not cancel your appointment more than 24 hours beforehand, you may be charged a fee of $70.00, which will need to be paid before you can book or attend further appointments.
Bindu Gunturu, Physiotherapist
BPhty, MPhty
Bindu holds a Bachelor of Physiotherapy and a distinction in her Master of Physiotherapy. She is a committed and ambitious Physiotherapist with a passion for health and fitness. Bindu has over 10 years experience treating various musculoskeletal, cardiorespiratory and neurological conditions with a combination of both hands-on treatment and exercise-based rehabilitation. She utilises the latest evidence-based practice and up to date assessment and treatment methods to ensure that patients' needs are understood and correctly diagnosed.
Bindu is also a certified Tai Chi instructor and an Accredited FIM Facility Trainer.
Shockwave Therapy is now available for the treatment of a range of tendon, muscle and joint conditions including achilles tendonitis, hip pain, knee pain, shoulder tendonitis and tennis elbow. Read more here.
Note - Cancellation Fees: If you need to cancel or re-book an appointment, you will need to give a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. This is so we can try to offer your appointment to another patient. Failure to attend 2 or more sessions in a row without contacting us and/or asking us to reschedule, will result in all outstanding appointments being cancelled. You will then have to rebook at a later date. If you fail to attend an appointment or do not cancel your appointment more than 24 hours beforehand, you may be charged a fee of $70.00, which will need to be paid before you can book or attend further appointments.
Languages: Hindi, Telugu