Our Team

Meet the people behind your care
Shire Family Medical is a family-owned, AGPAL-accredited medical centre in Sutherland. Behind every appointment is a team of experienced doctors, nurses and support staff working together to provide patient-centred care for individuals and families across the Sutherland Shire. Browse our team below to find out more about who looks after you when you visit.
  • AGPAL Accredited Practice
  • 8 doctors, including 7 GPs
  • Nursing, dietetics & reception support
  • Open Mon–Sat

All doctors practising at Shire Family Medical are registered medical practitioners with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). Patients can verify practitioner registration details at any time using the official Ahpra public register.

Our Doctors

Experienced GPs and a specialist physician caring for the Sutherland Shire community

Whether you’re bringing in a child for immunisations, managing an ongoing condition, or due for a check-up, our doctors are here to help. Select a doctor below to read their full profile and the type of appointments they offer.

Dr Annalisa Azaredo, General Practitioner at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr Annalisa Azaredo

General Practitioner
Dr Gary Franks, General Practitioner at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr Gary Franks

General Practitioner
Dr James Zhang, General Practitioner at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr James Zhang

General Practitioner
Dr Katrina Mikhail, General Practitioner at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr Katrina Mikhail

General Practitioner
Dr Koonal Prasad, General Practitioner at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr Koonal Prasad

General Practitioner
Dr Louis Traynor, Specialist Emergency Physician at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr Louis Traynor

Specialist Emergency Physician (Non-GP)
Dr Melissa Phillis, General Practitioner at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr Melissa Phillis

Specialist General Practitioner
Dr Soney Jacob, General Practitioner at Shire Family Medical, Sutherland

Dr Soney Jacob

Specialist General Practitioner

Our Care Team

Supporting your care every step of the way

Our nursing team of Jackie, Kirstin, Ryan and Rebel brings over 60 years’ combined experience, supporting your care across iron infusions, health assessments, GP Management Plans and immunisations. Michelle is our dietitian, helping patients work toward their nutrition and health goals. Lyndal manages practice administration, and Diane, Sophie and Lexi are here to help with bookings and general enquiries.

Ready to book an appointment?

Book online any time or call our friendly reception team. Appointments available Monday to Saturday. Please bring your Medicare card and any concession cards to your appointment.

This website is intended for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. For any clinical matters, please speak directly with your GP. We use POLAR for de-identified health service planning, and the Heidi platform to support patient-centred care. Participation in Heidi is strictly opt-in and requires your explicit written consent prior to use. All doctors practising at Shire Family Medical are registered medical practitioners with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). Patients can verify practitioner registration details at any time using the official Ahpra public register. Shire Family Medical is proudly accredited by the Australian General Practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL). Accreditation is an independent recognition that our practice meets the standards set by the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP).

We acknowledge the Dharawal people, particularly the Gweagal and Norongeragal clans, as the Traditional Custodians of the Sutherland area, and extend our respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

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