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 call Reception on 8822 3000
Note - Cancellations and No-Shows: If you need to cancel or re-book your appointment with Barbara, 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 do so will result in the full fee being charged. The same will apply to patients who fail to attend a booked appointment.
Click here to read more about the free KRMC Walking Group.
Ashley Saliba, Exercise Physiologist
BHlthSc, MClinExP, ESSAM
Ashley is an Exercise Physiologist with a passion for helping individuals becoming healthier, stronger versions of themselves. With two degrees, a Bachelor of Health Science (majoring in Exercise & Sports Science) and a Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology (majoring in Rehabilitation), Ashley has experience in numerous settings, from cardiac rehabilitation at Nepean Hospital, to musculoskeletal rehabilitation at Campbelltown Private Hospital and running her own business in the Exercise Physiology field. Ashley can help assist with managing the effects of many conditions, including:
- diabetes
- hypertension
- joint replacements (pre- and post-surgery)
- metabolic syndrom
- multiple sclerosis
- musculoskeletal conditions
- neurological conditions
- obesity
- osteoarthritis
- osteoporosis
- Parkinson's disease
- postural conditions
- and more...
Ashley is fascinated by the body's ability to progressively manage many conditions and believes that, as individuals, we have the power to physically change our bodies. Whether that be by decreasing fat or building up weak muscles, altering our metabolism or improving our balance, there are so many ways in which simple exercise can positively impact our health.
To make an appointment with Ashley, please call Reception on 8822 3000.
Note - Cancellations and No-Shows: If you need to cancel or re-book your appointment with Ashley, 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 do so will result in the full fee being charged. The same will apply to patients who fail to attend a booked appointment.
Click here to read more about the KRMC Diabetes Clinic.
Click here to read more about the free KRMC Walking Group.
Zara Nikbin, Podiatrist
BSc (UNSW), BPod, MAPA
Zara has worked as a Podiatrist for over ten years and is experienced in all aspects of podiatry. In particular, Zara can help with pain in the foot, heel, shin, knee and lower back. Zara's main interests are in seniors' foot and gait problems, children's growing pains and sporting injuries, orthotic therapy and foot, skin and nail surgeries.
Zara plays an important role in the KRMC Diabetes Clinic, managing the foot care of patients with this chronic illness.
To make an appointment with Zara, please call Reception on 8822 3000.
Click here to read more about the KRMC Diabetes Clinic.
Sana Zaarour, Psychologist
B.Psychologist, M.A.Forensic, MAPS
Sana has extensive experience in treating patients with a variety of disorders. All treatments used by Sana are evidence-based and include cognitive behavourial therapy (CBT) and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT), and are applied to meet each individual patientʼs needs. Sana is a long standing member of the Australian Psychologist Society and is approved for treatment with WorkCover. Sana offers bulk-billed consultations with a Medicare referral. She is particularly experienced in treating:
- anxiety
- depression
- drug & alcohol related issues
- eating disorders
- obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)
- post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Languages: Arabic
To make an appointment with Sana, please call Reception on 8822 3000.
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.
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.
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