Female GP Wollongong
Some patients simply feel more comfortable discussing particular health concerns with a female doctor. Others may prefer a female GP for ongoing general practice care, preventive health, reproductive concerns or appointments involving a physical examination.
TeamMed Medical Practice has female GPs in Wollongong who provide care across general medicine, women’s health, family healthcare and a range of ongoing medical needs from our Flinders Street practice.
Seeing a Female Doctor at TeamMed
Choosing a GP is personal. The right doctor for one patient may not necessarily be the right fit for another, and preferences can depend on the reason for the appointment, previous healthcare experiences, cultural considerations or simply who you feel comfortable speaking with.
Patients can request a female GP when booking with TeamMed. If you would like to see a particular doctor, let reception know so they can advise on availability.
A female doctor can provide the same broad general practice care as other GPs at the clinic, including assessment of new symptoms, preventive healthcare, chronic disease management, referrals, medication reviews and follow-up appointments.
Our Female Doctors
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Dr Bernadetta Ratnam
Dr Bernadetta Ratnam has a Certificate in Women’s Health, a Diploma in Child Health and certification in clinician-performed ultrasound.
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Dr Noha Mahanna
Dr Noha Mahanna is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and has a special interest in women’s health and antenatal care.
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Dr Sarenjit Kaur
Dr Sarenjit Kaur is a female general practitioner with interests in women’s health, general medicine, nutrition and older adult care. She speaks English, Malay, Bahasa Indonesia, Punjabi and Hindi.
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Dr Nour Baghdour
Dr Nour Baghdour has more than 20 years of experience in family and community medicine, with interests in women’s health, mental health, paediatric care, chronic disease management and pregnancy follow-up.
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Dr Olivia Thornett
Dr Olivia Thornett is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners with additional qualifications in women’s health. She is trained in contraceptive coil and implant fitting and removal.
Health Concerns You Can Discuss
You do not need to be attending specifically for women’s health to request a female GP. Appointments may cover everyday medical concerns as well as longer-term healthcare needs.
These can include:
✔ Short-term illness and new symptoms
✔ Preventive health checks
✔ Chronic health conditions
✔ Mental wellbeing
✔ Medication reviews
✔ Children’s and family health
✔ Skin concerns
✔ Immunisations
✔ Medical certificates and referrals
✔ Follow-up of pathology or imaging
Where several issues need to be discussed, a longer consultation may be more appropriate.
Women’s Health Consultations With a Female GP
Many patients specifically look for a female GP when discussing menstrual changes, contraception, cervical screening, sexual health, pregnancy planning, pelvic symptoms or changes associated with perimenopause and menopause Wollongong.
TeamMed provides dedicated women’s health care in Wollongong, with consultations shaped around the concern being discussed and the patient’s broader health history.
Depending on the appointment, your GP may discuss symptoms, review previous results, arrange investigations, perform an examination where appropriate or refer you for further assessment.
Patients experiencing changes in periods, sleep, mood, hot flushes or other midlife symptoms can also access menopause and perimenopause support.
Feeling Comfortable During Sensitive Appointments
It is reasonable to have questions or feel nervous about discussing an intimate health concern or having an examination.
Before any examination, you can ask why it is being recommended, what it involves and whether there are alternative approaches. If you have previously experienced discomfort or anxiety during medical care, you can mention this to your doctor before proceeding.
For some patients, requesting a female doctor can make these conversations easier. What matters is being able to communicate the concern clearly enough for your GP to understand what has changed and determine an appropriate next step.
Care That Can Continue Beyond One Appointment
A female GP does not need to be reserved only for sensitive consultations. Some patients prefer to continue seeing the same doctor for routine healthcare so that their medical history, previous investigations and changing health needs can be reviewed over time.
Continuity may be particularly useful when managing chronic conditions, preventive screening, reproductive health, mental wellbeing or several health issues at once.
Where emotional wellbeing is part of the concern, TeamMed also provides mental health support through general practice, including assessment, ongoing review and care planning where appropriate.
Female GPs for Wollongong and Nearby Areas
TeamMed Medical Practice supports patients seeking a female GP from Wollongong, Figtree, Corrimal, Fairy Meadow, Warrawong, Woonona and Dapto. Patients may attend for general medical care, women’s health concerns, preventive appointments or ongoing GP support at the Flinders Street clinic.
The practice is located in the PARQ Building at 73 Flinders Street, close to Wollongong train station and Wollongong Hospital.
Booking With a Female GP in Wollongong
When making your appointment, tell reception if you would prefer a female GP or a particular doctor. Availability can vary, so booking ahead may provide more choice.
It is also helpful to mention if your appointment involves cervical screening, a procedure, several concerns or a more detailed women’s health consultation so the appropriate appointment length can be arranged.
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