MBBS, MPH, FASLM fellowship candidate

Dr Shu Ng (affectionately known as Dr Shu) graduated from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia in 2010 and has over 10 years of postgraduate medical experience in medical and surgical specialties. She undertook an 18-month Radiation Oncology research fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, USA, whilst completing her Master of Public Health (MPH) with University of Sydney. After her return to Melbourne, she spent three years in Radiation Oncology specialty training at Alfred Health and Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, managing patients with cancers of the breast, prostate, bowel, pancreas, lung, brain, etc.

Dr Shu approaches her patients with kindness, compassion and holistic care. She is very passionate about helping patients undergoing cancer treatment or experiencing cancer-related symptoms, as well as managing symptoms in palliative care. She also has broad interests within natural therapies including managing chronic pain, mental health, women’s health, neurodegenerative and seizure disorders and autism spectrum disorders.

As one of the early adopters, Dr Shu has practised with natural therapies for years. She is an Authorised Prescriber and by 2023 has managed over 2000 patients and their journey with medicine. Dr Shu is a member of the Society of Clinicians (SSC), and Australian Chapter (SSCAC), and Australian & New Zealand College of Practitioners (ANZCCP). She is also completing her multidisciplinary Fellowship with the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine (ASLM). Dr Shu has been a keynote speaker at various events and podcasts.

Dr Thanaa graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2021 and has spent her postgraduate years working in varying hospitals. Her strengths include paediatric management, psychiatry and emergency medicine. She has an interest in helping patients of diverse social and cultural backgrounds utilising evidence based and natural medical therapies, focusing on the patient experience and their care. Dr Thanaa has worked within multiple hospital and community settings and has gained experience with patients with varying medical presentations, both chronic and acute.

Through diligent personal care and a focused approach, Dr Thanaa hopes to foster relationships of trust and safety with patients, allowing them space to seek help and education where needed.

Outside of work Dr Thanaa enjoys spending time with family, including her son and three nephews, collecting excessive amounts of lego and drinking copious amounts of coffee.

BSci(Hons), MD

Dr Davy is a General Practitioner Registrar on the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners program. Having worked in a variety of hospital settings such as Ballarat, Great Ocean Road, and Western Health, Dr Davy has developed a special interest in natural therapies and how it can improve the lives of patients. Being a keen traveller, Dr Davy spent 10 months working and travelling through parts of the world such as Asia, South America and Europe – gaining a sense of appreciation for the benefits of complementary medicine and its use in a variety of settings. Outside of work, Dr Davy enjoys playing tennis, running and finding new music.

MBBS

Dr Yang graduated from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia and has spent several years working in the hospital system with experience in various roles including Psychiatry, Emergency Medicine, Paediatrics, and Men’s Health. He has recently spent a year helping in the COVID response working in Emergency departments, COVID wards, and respiratory clinics.

Having seen first-hand the impact of chronic illnesses on people’s lives and the limits of traditional medicine, Dr Yang then discovered the benefits of plants to treat refractory symptoms and view it as a solution to the greatest challenges in healthcare. He is now a member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Practitioners and is an Authorised Prescriber.

Dr Yang believes in a holistic and patient-centred approach, giving patients more autonomy and self-empowerment to be actively involved in their treatment. Dr Yang utilizes the versatility in composition of plants and different delivery methods to formulate individualized treatments for his patients. He is interested in all fields of natural therapies, particularly chronic pain and mental health.

Outside of medicine Dr Yang enjoys spending time both being in nature with his golden retrievers Charlie and Archie, and also on the couch with his two cats Mocha and Mila.

Dr Anita is a dedicated General Practitioner with over a decade of experience in Malaysia before moving to Australia in 2012. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and recently completed her training in lifestyle medicine (ASLM). Anita also hold an advanced certificate of medicinal cannabis and believes in the value of complementary therapies as part of a holistic approach to health and works collaboratively with her patients to support their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Known for her empathetic, non-judgmental, and compassionate manner, Anita is passionate about empowering individuals to take an active role in their health journey.

Dr Tim has worked across a broad variety of medical specialities over the years, bringing experience from hospital medicine, sleep medicine, and the public service. He also works in General Practice, supporting patients with diverse health needs and conditions. Dr Tim has a growing interest in the use of natural therapies as a tool to support overall wellbeing.

Special interests: Geriatrics, Sleep disorders, Chronic pain.

Note: Dr Tim applies for SAS-Bs, which can take 1-2 business days for TGA approvals

Dr Angie graduated from The University of Melbourne in 2016 and has spent her postgraduate years working in both public and private hospitals. Her strengths include complex surgical cancer patient management, most notably urological cancers. She has an interest in using complementary medicines to provide relief with chronic and palliative pain, and is currently learning more about their use in patients with anxiety and other mental heath disorders.

Beyond providing medical treatment plans, Dr Angie enjoys educating patients, taking time to explain what options there are for management and focusing on shared decision making. She looks forward to building lasting relationships with her patients to ensure continuity of care to provide the best possible outcome for complex medical conditions.

Outside of work Angie enjoys sports, recently taking up golf as well as travel and food. She always has a “next trip” planned and loves to research and explore the world and new cultures, with a special focus on food.

Dr Michayla is a dedicated medical doctor and current General Practice (GP) trainee, who graduated in 2018. She is known for her compassionate approach to patient care and a strong commitment to shared decision-making, ensuring that patients are active partners in their treatment plans.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr Michayla holds a Graduate Certificate in Health Professionals Education and is deeply passionate about teaching—both in supporting the development of colleagues and in empowering patients through accessible, evidence-based education.
Her interest lies in integrative and holistic care, where she thoughtfully combines traditional medical approaches with complementary and lifestyle medicine to support whole-person health. She is a TGA authorised prescriber of natural therapies, and member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Cannabinoid Practitioners (ANZCCP) and Australian Medical Cannabis Association (AMCA).
Outside of medical care, Michayla can be found chasing around her dachshunds and spending time outside in nature.

BMed, BSci

Dr. Yasmin is an emerging holistic medicine doctor with a diverse background in palliative care, rehabilitation, emergency, and internal medicine, and a compassionate approach to patient care. Her training includes Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) accreditation in paediatrics, as well as a term with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), providing healthcare to rural and remote communities.

Dr. Yasmin is a TGA authorised prescriber of natural therapies, endorsed by the Australian and New Zealand College of Practitioners (ANZCCP). Currently, Dr. Yasmin is pursuing fellowship with the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine (FASLM) as well as a Certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (CPAT) through Mind Medicine Australia, which will open new opportunities for patients in the future who would like to access psychedelic therapies for mental health treatment as they expand in Australia.

Dr. Yasmin has a special interest in assisting patients to address complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD), depression, anxiety, and other mood and mental health disorders, and is particularly passionate about integrating traditional and complementary healing modalities into her practice.

Beyond her medical work, Dr. Yasmin is a talented author, having written the award-winning children’s book “Because You Are Here”; This heart-warming story has been recognised with the prestigious Nautilus award for Best Illustrated Fiction and Best Children’s Book in 2022. Dr. Yasmin’s creative endeavours outside of medicine demonstrate her commitment to fostering well-being and positive experiences for individuals of all ages.

Georgina is a clinical Naturopath who holds a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy). She grew up in Melbourne, and now resides on the South Coast of New South Wales. Georgina has experience working in compounding pharmacies, as well as consulting roles in clinical practice. She is very passionate about educating patients on the gentle practice of Naturopathy, and the many benefits of natural therapies. She also loves being able to collaborate with practitioners of other modalities to give patients positive outcomes and reach their health goals.

Georgina is particularly interested in assisting patients with their reproductive and mental health concerns, as well as supporting patients with chronic pain, and offering education on general wellbeing and nutrition. 

In her down time, she enjoys spending time at the farmers market and the beach, as well as travelling with her partner.