Working Time
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9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday |
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| Sunday |
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Welcome to South Eastern Specialist Centre
We are committed to the continuity of care for our patients. By offering a range of specialist services all under one roof, you’ll receive a comprehensive approach to your health care and effective communications between doctors, specialists and hospitals.
“Every mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing.”
— Richard James Molloy
About us
Whilst we are a culturally and professionally diverse group of medical specialists, we have a common goal – to offer patients a holistic and comprehensive approach to their health with excellent continuity of care.
We understand how frustrating it can be to have to explain yourself over and over and to have information lost in translation between specialists, which is exactly why we’ve come together as a team in the one place. We want all of our patients to feel confident that their needs will be met with compassion, consideration and connection.
Each specialist at South Eastern Specialist Centre is highly qualified and has experience in both private and public hospitals, as well as specialised clinics. Between us we speak more than 10 languages and are focused on the wellbeing and support of minorities in our community.
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Meet our Practitioners
Geriatric care: guided by dignity, warmth and wisdom. Dr Saad B Ahmed is a Senior Geriatrician and General Medicine Physician with extensive experience in the care of older adults with complex medical, cognitive and functional needs. He graduated from the University of Peshawar in 2003 before undertaking further medical training in the United Kingdom, where...
Where Mind, Body, Trauma and Story Are Heard and held with Compassion Dr Sadaf Khattak is a compassionate and highly experienced Consultant Psychiatrist with a strong commitment to holistic, person-centred care. Her clinical practice focuses on complex psychiatric presentations where mental health, physical health, trauma, culture, relationships and life circumstances intersect. Dr Sadaf has a...
Dr Rad is an infectious diseases specialist interested in mycobacterial, post-surgical and also perinatal infections. He works closely with general practitioners and surgical team to help patients suffering from different types of infections. He was granted an M.D. degree in medicine in 2002 and joined the Royal Australasian College of Physician in 2007, finished the...
Dr Tony Amin is a Consultant Physician and Nephrologist. He obtained his primary degree from Bangladesh and moved to Australia in 2002 for higher education. He achieved a Master of Information Technology with a major in health informatics from University of South Australia in 2004 and successfully completed Australian Medical Council (AMC) exam in 2005....
Dr Farshad Ghaz (Ghazanfari) is an Acute and General Medicine Consultant Physician with special interests in: Rheumatology and Arthritis Sports Medicine Musculoskeletal Injuries including Fibromyalgia Peri-Operative Medicine Photo and Energy Medicine Musculoskeletal laser therapy Dr Farshad is the founder of Melbourne Arthritis established in 2014. Holistic Medicine Interests: HUESA Mindfulness & Yoga, Mind body transformation,...
Dr Swaminathan is a specialist physician who completed his MD in 1996. He worked at Jaffna Teaching Hospital and at National Hospital of Sri Lanka, extensively in General Medicine and Cardiology. After moving to Australia in 2007, Dr Swaminathan worked in general medicine, intensive care, cardiology, perioperative medicine and in geriatric medicine at Monash Health...
Muhammad Sheikh is a general and perioperative physician with special interests in acute and chronic general medicine along with pre and post-operative medicine care. His main aim is to support GPs and emergency department physicians by providing patients with quality ongoing management for all general medical issues. This includes new diagnoses of hypertension, diabetes, heart...
Dr. Adnan Munawar graduated from University of Punjab in 2002. After completing his internship from Pakistan, he moved to UK for further postgraduate studies. He moved to Australia in 2007 and completed his post graduate training in Eastern Health and Austin Health. After getting his FRACP from Royal College of Physicians, he is working in...
Dr. Inas Ahmed is a Consultant Geriatrician and General Physician with special interest in management of chronic diseases in older people, perioperative medicine, chronic pain management and palliative care. Inas graduated from University of Juba Sudan in 2002 and completed her advanced training at multiple prestigious health networks including Monash Health, Eastern Health and Peninsula...
Jatin, an AHPRA-accredited Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health, boasts a wealth of experience exceeding 15 years in the public mental health sector. Jatin initiated his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS) from Punjab University, Chandigarh, India in 2006. In 2007, he relocated to Australia and began his Bachelor’s...
Barbara is a highly qualified and experienced Social Worker with a strong educational background in Social Work, Early Childhood Education, and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Her role as a Social Worker involves providing support and assistance to individuals and families in various settings. She approaches her work with flexibility, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude. Her...
Ros is a registered Psychotherapist with the Psychotherapy Board Aotearoa New Zealand (PBANZ), a member of the NZ Assoc. of Psychotherapists and has a Masters of Health Science (Psychotherapy) First Class Honours. She has 34 years experience in the mental health field and has a special interest in trauma and recovery. Ros works with clients...
Dr Hafezi is a dual-qualified Pain and Rehabilitation medicine specialist. He completed his Rehabilitation physician training at Royal Melbourne Hospital and then underwent further subspecialty training in Pain Medicine at Monash Health, St Vincent’s Hospital and Royal Melbourne Hospital. Dr Hafezi was awarded a Merit award for his performance in the Faculty of Pain Medicine...
A Melbournite at heart, Dr Adriana Trang completed her pharmacy degree in 2010, then a medical degree at Monash University in 2015. She graduated with honours in both Bachelor of Pharmacy and MBBS. Dr Trang worked at Monash Health both as a pharmacist and doctor gaining diverse experience across all areas of health. She joined...
Dr. Amanpreet Kaur is a dedicated Rehabilitation Physician specialising in chronic pain management, utilizing her expertise to improve the quality of life for her patients. With a passion for evidence-based care, she employs an interdisciplinary approach tailored to each individual, ensuring the best possible outcomes. Dr. Kaur completed her rehabilitation medicine training at Peninsula Health,...
Dr Heddi Rowais completed her medical qualifications in Queensland, before moving to Victoria to train in a range of areas. She has worked for Monash Health, Northern Health and at Ballarat Base Hospital. She especially enjoys women’s health having completed her diploma for the RANZCOG at the Northern Hospital in 2017. Dr Heddi is passionate...
Dr Aneela Ilyas is a qualified and experienced female General Practitioner. She pursued her passion for primary care and completed her Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2010. Dr Aneela commenced practicing as a General Practitioner in Traralgon Australia and has worked in Berwick from 2022 ongoing. She has experience...
Meg is an experienced AHPRA-accredited Nurse Practitioner with a dual specialty in mental health and alcohol and other drugs. Passionate about delivering integrated care, Meg is dedicated to empowering her clients and their support networks. With over 15 years of experience in both public and private mental health settings, including inpatient and community care, Meg...
Angela is a qualified Social Worker with a strong commitment to providing a high quality of service to those seeking support. Graduated from Monash University, she is a member of the Australian Association of Social Workers and has over 25 years of experience in Hospital Social Work with a particular interest in the speciality medicine areas of Oncology, Cardiology and Geriatric...
A warm and deeply empathetic psychiatrist, Simrat has a strong commitment to delivering integrated and individual-focused mental health care. With over 15 years of clinical experience, she brings thoughtful insight and cultural sensitivity to the diagnosis, management and treatment of a wide range of psychiatric conditions. Adopting a compassionate, culturally responsive and evidence-based approach, she...
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Frequently Asked Questions – South Eastern Specialist Centre
At South Eastern Specialist Centre, we understand that visiting a specialist can sometimes feel overwhelming. Our goal is to make healthcare simple, supportive and coordinated, providing a wide range of specialist services all under one roof.
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1. Who can access your services?
We welcome patients aged 18 and above, including older adults. Our specialists provide care for a variety of health needs, from routine check-ups to more complex conditions.
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2. What specialist services are offered at South Eastern Specialist Centre?
We provide a wide range of specialist services all under one roof for your convenience, including geriatrics, psychiatry, nephrology, rheumatology, infectious diseases, general medicine and allied health. This allows for comprehensive care and better coordination between specialists.
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3. Where is the South Eastern Specialist Centre located and how can I contact you?
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4. How do I book an appointment?
Appointments are made by emailing your GP referral to admin@southeasternspecialistcentre.com.au. Once received, referrals are reviewed by the appropriate specialist to ensure your care is properly coordinated.
Depending on the specialist and urgency of the referral, this review process may take up to a few weeks. Our team will contact you once the review is complete to discuss appointment availability and next steps.
Please ensure your referral includes your contact details. If your condition is urgent, we recommend discussing this with your GP or seeking appropriate urgent care.
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5. What are your opening hours?
Our Centre operates Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and is closed on weekends.
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6. How does the Centre coordinate care?
We take a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. Our specialists and allied health team work together to ensure your care is seamless, reducing duplication and keeping your treatment as smooth as possible.
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7. What allied health professionals are available at the centre?
Our centre provides access to a range of allied health services that complement specialist care. This includes psychotherapists, social workers, and clinical psychologists, along with other support services where appropriate. These professionals work collaboratively with our specialists to support patients’ mental health, wellbeing, and ongoing care needs.