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OUR INDEPENDENT PRACTITIONERS

The doctors at Fountain Gate Medical Centre work with a dedicated team of allied health professionals, practice nurses and receptionists to improve all aspects of your health


OUR INDEPENDENT SPECIALIST GPS

Dr Jacob Dessauer MBBS

Dr. Dessauer graduated from Melbourne University in 1982 and started working at Fountain Gate Medical Centre in 1987. He has interests in child & adolescent health, doctors’ health and medical education. He has been an accredited supervisor of GP trainees since 1996.

Consulting at Fountain Gate Medical Centre on Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri

Consulting at Southern Cross Medical Centre some Sundays

https://www.drjakedessauer.com/



Dr Melissa Wong MBBS (Hons) FRACGP

Dr. Wong graduated from Monash University in 2013 and undertook her internship and further training at Monash Health, spending several years working in the Emergency Department. She is passionate about women’s heath and GP trainee education, working as the Head of Content at GP Academy (a GP education provider for GP trainees) on her days off.

Consulting at Fountain Gate Medical Centre on Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri (Some Saturdays)

https://drmelissasuetmeiwong.com

Dr David Ng BPharm, MBBS, FRACGP

David graduated from Monash University in 2016 and has a breadth of hospital experience, completing rotations in aged care, paediatrics and obstetrics and gynaecology. He enjoys treating patients of all ages and backgrounds.

Outside of work he enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and camping, and is also involved in his local church.

Consulting at Fountain Gate Medical Centre on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday (Some Saturdays)

Dr Thu Ya MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Thu has worked in Australia since 2011. He has worked in public and private hospitals, and GP clinics. He is interested in aesthetic medicine, general medicine, geriatric care, pediatric care, sexual health and men’s health.

Dr Thu speaks Burmese.

Dr Thu bulk bills HCC/PEN card holders at all times on standard weekdays.


Dr Thu is consulting at Fountain Gate Medical Centre on Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Dr Vinisha Siddulugari MD, ARANZCOG (Cert)

Dr Vinisha completed her Doctor of Medicine at Monash University before undertaking her early medical training at Monash Health. During this time, she gained extensive experience across various medical specialties including Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, and Emergency Medicine, developing a broad clinical foundation before transitioning to General Practice.

Vinisha enjoys providing holistic, patient-centred care and believes the most rewarding aspect of General Practice is building long-term therapeutic relationships with her patients. She has a special interest in Women’s Health and Paediatrics and has completed a Certificate in Women’s Health. 

Outside of work, she cherishes spending quality time with family and friends, and travelling.

Consulting at Fountain Gate Medical Centre on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and rostered Saturdays.

Dr Nainika Datey MBBS, FRACGP

Dr. Datey grew up in Melbourne and graduated from Monash University in 2020.

She has an interest in preventative health, pediatrics and women’s health. In her spare time Dr Nainika enjoys travelling, badminton and Indian classical dance.

Dr Datey is currently on maternity leave

OUR ALLIED HEALTH

Mrs Ana Paula Schaper BA(Hons), BSW, GradDipArts (Family Therapy), MSocPol, MAASW

Ana Paula is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 25 years’ of experience working in a wide range of clinical settings including adult and aged mental health services, schools, child, youth and family health and disability services. 

Ana Paula has specialist training in family therapy and mental health. She takes referrals for depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, suicidal ideation, psychotic illness, life crises, relationship and family issues, trauma, grief and loss. Ana Paula works to help individuals resolve their presenting mental health issues and reduce the impact these have on their quality of life and their relationships.

To book an appointment please call her directly on 0417 792 443. Ana is an eligible provider for mental health care plans, if you wish to see Ana under a mental health care plan, please book a double appointment with one of our GPs to organise a plan.

Consulting: Tuesdays (Thursdays at our sister clinic at Southern Cross Medical Centre)

Beau Calderon- Physiotherapist

Beau is a dedicated physiotherapist with over 5 years of experience across clinical and community settings. He has strong experience in managing neuromuscular conditions and musculoskeletal injuries, particularly involving the neck, back, shoulders, and knees.

Beau is fluent in English and Filipino (Tagalog), allowing him to communicate effectively with a diverse range of clients. He focuses on helping patients manage their symptoms, improve function, and return to daily activities with confidence.

Consulting at Fountain Gate Medical Centre on Thursday

Barbara Mitchell – Dietitian & Nutritionist

Barbara has over 45 years experience in diabetes, cardiovascular nutrition, gastrointestinal nutrition and weight management.

She is skilled in educating patients on all facets of human nutrition through all life stages except for pediatric allergies and patients with eating disorders.

She is a mum of 3 and a nanny to 3! Barb enjoys all there is about food, from shopping to cooking to trying all cuisines.

Consulting at Fountain Gate Medical Centre on Thursday – fortnightly

Min Li – Educational & Developmental Psychologist

Min is an Educational & Developmental Psychologist with 14 years of experience working with children, families and adults across the private and public sectors. She offers assessments for a range of neurodevelopmental issues such as ADHD, Autism and specific learning challenges, and accepts counselling referrals for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and relationship difficulties.

As a mum of 2 and an imperfect human, Min is particularly passionate about supporting the mental health of children, parents and neurodivergent individuals. Her approach is warm, relational and collaborative guided by trauma-informed and neuro-affirming principles. . 

Consulting: Monday fortnightly


OUR NURSES


Jess, Angela & Brooke are our dedicated practice nurses at Fountain Gate Medical Centre, they have extensive family practice nursing experience. Our nurses work alongside our doctors to provide wound care, immunisations, iron infusions, implanon insertions and health assessments.