Meet our team of caring, dedicated and professional General Practitioners. Please click on the names or images for more information about each GP, including their qualifications, areas of specialisation and online bookings.
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BMed, FRACGP
Chronic Disease Management, Travel Medicine, Women’s Health , Weight Management and Aged Care.
Julie graduated from Newcastle University in 1986 and worked in Sydney until she took over Bulli Medical Practice from the late Dr William Feneley in 1999. Julie supervises medical students from the University of Wollongong and General Practice Registrars from GP Synergy. Julie lectures registrars in Travel Medicine.
In her spare time Julie enjoys family life, cooking, yoga, reading, exercising, walking her dog and travelling.
Julie is available for appointments on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Friday mornings.
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MBBS, FRACGP, Diploma in Skin Cancer Medicine, Scuba Diving Medical Examiner.
Paediatrics, Dermatology, Men’s Health, Chronic Disease Management and Travel Medicine. Jeff graduated from the University of Sydney in 1995 and has worked in Bulli since 1998.
Jeff graduated from the University of Sydney in 1995 and undertook general practice training in regional NSW and the UK before settling in the Illawarra in 1999.
He joined Bulli Medical Practice in 1999 and became a managing partner in 2001. He supervises medical students from the University of Wollongong and General Practice Registrars from GP Synergy.
Jeff loves living and working in the Illawarra with his family. He feels privileged to work as part of a professional team and strives to adapt to the changing care needs of the northern Illawarra community.
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MSc, MBBS, FRACGP
Dermatology, Paediatrics, Men’s Health
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Michael has a strong background in the treatment and prevention of skin cancer. He’s worked alongside clinicians from the Melanoma Institute of Australia.
After completing his medical education at the University of Queensland, Michael worked at Princess Alexandria Hospital in Brisbane where he undertook rotations in psychiatry, emergency medicine, paediatrics and dermatology as well as other areas of medicine.
Before coming to Australia in 2002, Michael completed a Master’s of Science at the State University of New York in Chemistry. As a research chemist, he worked on drug development and the synthetic production of Heparin.
Michael is married with three children and enjoys bush walking and travelling.
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MBBS, MPH, FAFOEM, FAFPHM, MRACGP, MAMAC, CChAcu (Shanghai)
Acupuncture, Mental Health, Paediatrics, Musculo-skeletal Disorders, Pain Management and Chronic Disease Management
Ben graduated from the University of Sydney in 1972. He has worked in general practice and public health in a range of settings, including Aboriginal health services in Central Australia and the Illawarra.
He studied acupuncture at the Shanghai College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the early 1980s, and continues to attend courses through the Australian Medical Acupuncture College.
Ben recently returned to live in the Illawarra to reconnect with friends and spend time with his new grandsons.
He is involved in addressing Aboriginal health disadvantage through his work investigating the impact of improved Aboriginal adult literacy on Aboriginal health outcomes.
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BAppSc (Physiotherapy), MBBS (UOW Dean's List), FRACGP
Sports medicine, men's health, adolescent health, paediatrics, minor procedures, antenatal shared care, medical education
John completed his medical degree at the University of Wollongong in 2014, having previously completed a physiotherapy degree at Sydney University in 2004.
John has worked across a range of medical areas in the Illawarra, including general practice, emergency medicine, sports medicine and medical education. He’s also travelled extensively as a clinician, working as a solo doctor in remote areas such as King Island, South-west Western Australia and Hamilton Island.
He is interested in all aspects of general practice and enjoys providing holistic care and developing long-standing relationships with individuals and families.
John has a special interest in sports medicine. He currently works as a match day doctor with St George Illawarra Dragons NRL Club and the Wellington Phoenix A-League Club. In the past, he’s worked with Melbourne Storm, South Sydney Rabbitohs and Hull FC. He’s also worked at sporting events including the North Face 100 Ultra Marathon and the Tour de France.
Outside of work, John enjoys travelling, keeping fit and spending time with his young family.
John will be available for face-to-face or telehealth consultations on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays commencing Tuesday 5th January.
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MBBS(Hons), BSc(Med), DRANZCOG, DCH, FRACGP
Women’s Health, Antenatal care, Paediatrics, Adolescent Health, Mental Health, LGTBQIA health
Hayley graduated from the University of NSW in 2008 and worked at St George Hospital in Sydney for three years. She completed her fellowship in General Practice in 2014 whilst working in Newtown. She moved to the Illawarra and worked in General Practice in the Kiama area for over five years.
Hayley enjoys the full breadth of General Practice, providing comprehensive care and developing long-term relationships with individuals and families. She has a particular focus on women’s health and holds a Diploma from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Hayley is trained to administer Medical Termination of Pregnancy according to NSW and Australian laws. She also loves paediatrics and holds a Diploma of Childhood Health from Sydney University.
Outside of work, Hayley enjoys cooking, travel, photography and spending time with her family.
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BPharm, BMBS, FRACGP, Diploma in Child Health, Certificate of Reproductive and Sexual Health, MPH
Paediatrics, Women's and Sexual Health, Chronic Disease Management, Aboriginal Health
Dr Rebecca Goodman’s passion for health began with a Bachelor of Pharmacy at Sydney University in 1995. She completed her medical degree in 2003 at Flinders University, Adelaide, and has worked as a GP for over 12 years.
Rebecca worked extensively in paediatrics at the Women’s and Children’s hospital in Adelaide, completing her Diploma in Child Health. She moved to Darwin for 5 years and gained her fellowship in General Practice in 2007. She broadened her skill set to include Aboriginal health and Women’s and Sexual Health (including Implanon and IUD insertions). She also completed a Masters of Public Health during her time in Darwin.
Rebecca is passionate about medicine, evidenced by the care she gives her patients. “Being a doctor is a privilege. It’s an honour to serve the community in providing medical care,” she said.
In her free time, when she’s not chasing after her two young children, Rebecca likes to travel, read and spend time with family and friends.
Rebecca is available for appointments on Monday, Wednesday and some Saturdays.
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MBBS (UNSW) FRACGP, Family Planning Certificate, GP Mental Health Training.
Women’s Health, Child Health, Mental Health, Antenatal Shared Care, Mentoring and Life Coaching, Patient Education & Preventative Medicine.
Saroja is passionate about providing patients and their families with a comprehensive, personalised, holistic medical care as well as mentoring and life coaching for those seeking that service.
Saroja graduated from the University of NSW in 1990 and completed 3 years of postgraduate training in the Illawarra Hospital Network. She undertook her specialty training in General Practice in a variety of General Practices and in 1996 was awarded the Monte-Kent Hughes Medal for the highest national mark in the RACGP Fellowship Exams.
From 2003 till 2012, whilst continuing as a part time GP, she was the Director of Training for the Illawarra’s GP Training Provider developing extensive educational and training opportunities for GPs.
In 2006, Saroja was appointed Clinical Associate Professor in General Practice at the University of Wollongong Graduate Medical School. She continues her commitment to education by working with medical students and junior doctors in training. In addition, she is committed to enhancing her patient’s understanding of their health and wellness.
She balances work in General Practice with an active family life and enjoys the fabulous coastal life of the Illawarra region.
Dr Gunasekera speaks English and Singhala.
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FRACGP, MBBS, Diploma in Child Health (CHW), BVSc (Hons)
Paediatrics, Women’s Health, Antenatal Shared Care.
Amy graduated from the University of Sydney in 2003 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science. She completed her medical degree through the graduate medical program in 2007. After working in hospitals in Sydney and Wollongong, she is settled with her family in the Illawarra.
She enjoys spending time with her husband and young children, swimming, running, travel and languages.
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BSc, BSc (Med), MBBS (Hons), FRACGP
Women’s Health, Antenatal Care, Paediatrics, Mental Health.
Helen graduated from the University of Sydney in 2000 with a Bachelor of Science, Majoring in Psychology. She completed her medical degree at the University of NSW in 2006. Helen worked at Wollongong Hospital for a few years prior to completing her GP training and gaining her fellowship to the RACGP in 2013.
Helen enjoys the unique challenges of General Practice, with specialist interests in women’s and children’s health. Helen loves incorporating her expertise in psychology into medical practice and cares for many patients with anxiety, depression, eating disorders and gender issues.
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B.A. Economics, MBBS, RANZCOG Certificate of Women’s Health, Family Planning NSW Reproductive and Sexual Health Certificate
Women’s Health, Child Health
Emily is originally from Washington, DC. After finishing her undergraduate degree in economics, she moved to Sydney and hasn’t looked back.
She studied medicine at the University of Sydney and graduated with a MBBS in 2015. Emily completed her intern and resident years at Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital. This included a year in obstetrics and gynaecology.
Emily has a special interest in women’s and children’s health and has completed the RANZCOG Certificate of Women’s Health and the Family Planning NSW Reproductive and Sexual Health Certificate.
Outside of work, Emily enjoys spending time with her family at the beach.
Emily is available for appointments on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
MBChB MRCS MRCGP (England)
Women’s Health, Paediatrics, Diabetes, Minor Surgery
Anna qualified in 2000 from Sheffield, England. She initially trained as a general surgeon in London and worked in a trauma hospital in South Africa. She retrained as a GP on return from Africa, qualifying in 2010.
She worked in London in a predominantly Asian area, with a high incidence of diabetes, before moving to Australia in 2014.
Anna is a very friendly and approachable doctor. She lives locally, with her husband and three sons. In her spare time she enjoys exploring the world, camping, exercising, food and wine.
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