We are a full-service mixed billing family practice of dedicated, caring and experienced doctors, nurses and an administration team providing comprehensive health care services to our patients in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. We believe in working closely with our patients to maintain and improve their health.
Our mission is to provide health care to the highest standards offering accurate diagnoses and management of patients in a professional and friendly environment and are committed to promoting health, wellbeing and disease prevention.
We provide general GP services including immunisations, health assessments, skin checks, skin cancer treatment and chronic disease management, amongst many other services. We are a mixed billing practice however some of our services are bulk billed under Medicare or Department of Veteran’s Affairs.
Our opening hours are:
Monday to Friday: 8am – 5.00pm
We are appointment based and we ask that patients do not turn up too early for their appointment. This enables us to keep the number of patients in the clinic to a minimum, for the comfort of all.
Please let us know well in advance if you are unable to make your appointment, as cancellation fees for non-attendance or not giving adequate notice may be charged.
New patients are welcome.
Dr Crook is a UK trained Doctor who moved to the Central Coast in 2014. He completed his training in the North West of England and has an interest in Dermatology, skin surgery and chronic disease management.
As a founding member & Director of Coastal Health Medical Centre, Dr Crook is an enthusiastic and motivated GP with a strong focus on patient centered care.
He is an excellent communicator and thrives on building long-term Doctor-Patient relationships in order to provide excellent quality care. Philip works at The Entrance and Wyong clinics.
Dr Crook is a UK trained Doctor who moved to the Central Coast in 2014. He completed his training in the North West of England and has an interest in Dermatology, skin surgery and chronic disease management.
As a founding member & Director of Coastal Health Medical Centre, Dr Crook is an enthusiastic and motivated GP with a strong focus on patient centered care.
He is an excellent communicator and thrives on building long-term Doctor-Patient relationships in order to provide excellent quality care. Philip works at The Entrance and Wyong clinics.
Dr Varsani is a UK trained Doctor who moved to the Central Coast in 2013. Having completed his training in London, Vijay has a specialist interest in skin and aesthetic medicine.
A founding member & Director of Coastal Health Medical Centre, Vijay is enthusiastic and driven in providing excellent quality care and developing a long-lasting relationship with his patients. He has developed his surgical skills alongside his General Practice career by gaining additional qualifications in general surgery, skin cancer and head & neck surgery.
Dr Varsani provides skin cancer consultations, cosmetic injections such as Botox and works at both The Entrance and Toukley clinics.
Dr Varsani is a UK trained Doctor who moved to the Central Coast in 2013. Having completed his training in London, Vijay has a specialist interest in skin and aesthetic medicine.
A founding member & Director of Coastal Health Medical Centre, Vijay is enthusiastic and driven in providing excellent quality care and developing a long-lasting relationship with his patients. He has developed his surgical skills alongside his General Practice career by gaining additional qualifications in general surgery, skin cancer and head & neck surgery.
Dr Varsani provides skin cancer consultations, cosmetic injections such as Botox and works at both The Entrance and Toukley clinics.
Dr Charnock is a UK trained GP with nearly 20 years’ experience and is working at both our Entrance & Toukley practices.
She is a Fellow of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and graduated from the University of Manchester.
She is interested in all areas of General Medicine but specialises in Skin and Aesthetics.
Dr Charnock is a UK trained GP with nearly 20 years’ experience and is working at both our Entrance & Toukley practices.
She is a Fellow of The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and graduated from the University of Manchester.
She is interested in all areas of General Medicine but specialises in Skin and Aesthetics.
Dr Aye Aung can be found at our North Wyong clinic.
Aye is fluent in English and Burmese.
Dr Aye Aung can be found at our North Wyong clinic.
Aye is fluent in English and Burmese.
Dr Erum Khan has been working as a general practitioner is Australia for more than 5 years. She has also worked in Gosford and Wyong hospitals for almost 3 years.
She has recently obtained fellowship with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
She enjoys working in an environment that promotes a continued medical education, and encourages teamwork to provide the best possible benefits to the patients and the community.
Dr Erum Khan is passionate about providing the best quality of evidence-based care in a compassionate manner.
Outside her profession, she loves spending time with her family and travelling.
Dr Erum Khan has been working as a general practitioner is Australia for more than 5 years. She has also worked in Gosford and Wyong hospitals for almost 3 years.
She has recently obtained fellowship with Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
She enjoys working in an environment that promotes a continued medical education, and encourages teamwork to provide the best possible benefits to the patients and the community.
Dr Erum Khan is passionate about providing the best quality of evidence-based care in a compassionate manner.
Outside her profession, she loves spending time with her family and travelling.
Dr Joanna Zakrzewski is an experienced General Practitioner who previously worked at Gosford Hospital. Dr Zakrzewski’s main areas of interest are family planning, women’s health and nutrition. Dr Zakrzewski speaks French and English.
Dr Zakrzewski is available for bookings at The Entrance practice every Thursday.
Dr Joanna Zakrzewski is an experienced General Practitioner who previously worked at Gosford Hospital. Dr Zakrzewski’s main areas of interest are family planning, women’s health and nutrition. Dr Zakrzewski speaks French and English.
Dr Zakrzewski is available for bookings at The Entrance practice every Thursday.
Manish is an experienced and enthusiastic General Practitioner with 20+ years of experience, based predominantly in the United Kingdom and Australia. Manish’s special interests lie in managing general medical conditions and chronic diseases. Dr Kumar is an excellent communicator and believes in building the patient/doctor relationship. You can meet Manish at The Entrance clinic.
Manish is an experienced and enthusiastic General Practitioner with 20+ years of experience, based predominantly in the United Kingdom and Australia. Manish’s special interests lie in managing general medical conditions and chronic diseases. Dr Kumar is an excellent communicator and believes in building the patient/doctor relationship. You can meet Manish at The Entrance clinic.
Dr Muntazir Gulamhusein is a British trained doctor who has joined our practice having moved over to the Central Coast with his young family from Birmingham in the UK.
He graduated from University of Birmingham Medical School in 2011 and went on to complete his training in General Practice in 2016.
He has a vast experience in children’s health, chronic disease management and skin conditions. He is fully committed in working to find a patient centred way to improve your health and quality of life.
Dr Gulamhusein works from our Toukley practice.
Dr Muntazir Gulamhusein is a British trained doctor who has joined our practice having moved over to the Central Coast with his young family from Birmingham in the UK.
He graduated from University of Birmingham Medical School in 2011 and went on to complete his training in General Practice in 2016.
He has a vast experience in children’s health, chronic disease management and skin conditions. He is fully committed in working to find a patient centred way to improve your health and quality of life.
Dr Gulamhusein works from our Toukley practice.
Dr Nithya Ramalingam is a UK trained GP who joined our clinic in June 2019. She has a special interest in dermatology and aesthetic medicine and has vast experience in women’s health, children’s health and elderly care. She is committed to improving standards of care to maintain her patient’s health and quality of life.
As a general practitioner she believes in a family centered approach, always trying to put her patients at ease whilst communicating and inspiring their trust. She works in partnership with her patients and their families, and formulates treatment plans tailored to the patient’s needs, keeping their social and cultural background in mind throughout the consultation.
She is available for bookings at The Entrance clinic.
Dr Nithya Ramalingam is a UK trained GP who joined our clinic in June 2019. She has a special interest in dermatology and aesthetic medicine and has vast experience in women’s health, children’s health and elderly care. She is committed to improving standards of care to maintain her patient’s health and quality of life.
As a general practitioner she believes in a family centered approach, always trying to put her patients at ease whilst communicating and inspiring their trust. She works in partnership with her patients and their families, and formulates treatment plans tailored to the patient’s needs, keeping their social and cultural background in mind throughout the consultation.
She is available for bookings at The Entrance clinic.
Dr Richard Morrow is a UK trained Doctor, graduating from Queen’s University Belfast in 2003. He completed his GP training in Glasgow and moved to the Central Coast in 2015.
Richard has special interest in chronic disease management and general medical conditions and works full time at The Entrance clinic.
Dr Richard Morrow is a UK trained Doctor, graduating from Queen’s University Belfast in 2003. He completed his GP training in Glasgow and moved to the Central Coast in 2015.
Richard has special interest in chronic disease management and general medical conditions and works full time at The Entrance clinic.
Dr Salisbury’s medical degree was obtained at the University of Wales College of Medicine where he then trained as a surgeon with extensive experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery. He is an experienced GP with a specialist interest in Sports and musculoskeletal conditions and urgent care management in Primary Care.
Rob is based in our Toukley clinic.
Dr Salisbury’s medical degree was obtained at the University of Wales College of Medicine where he then trained as a surgeon with extensive experience in trauma and orthopaedic surgery. He is an experienced GP with a specialist interest in Sports and musculoskeletal conditions and urgent care management in Primary Care.
Rob is based in our Toukley clinic.
Dr Tara Rawat was born in India, speaks both English and Hindi fluently and can also understand Urdu and Punjabi.
In 2007 Dr Rawat achieved her Fellowship in Respiratory Medicine in India and worked in Hospital Emergency and Psychiatry Departments after moving to Australia in 2014.
She specialises in chronic disease and mental health care management.
Dr Tara Rawat was born in India, speaks both English and Hindi fluently and can also understand Urdu and Punjabi.
In 2007 Dr Rawat achieved her Fellowship in Respiratory Medicine in India and worked in Hospital Emergency and Psychiatry Departments after moving to Australia in 2014.
She specialises in chronic disease and mental health care management.
We have a highly experienced team of nurses who work together with our Doctors to provide comprehensive healthcare services to our patients in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
Rebecca (Bec) has worked with Coastal Health Medical for over 5 years now.
Always a smiling and welcoming nature, Bec has a graduate certificate in Diabetes Education.
Bec has a passion to help patients with their lifestyle choices leading to better health.
In Bec’s spare time you can find her running along her local lakeside and dancing in genres of jazz, tap, hip hop and ballet.
Rebecca (Bec) has worked with Coastal Health Medical for over 5 years now.
Always a smiling and welcoming nature, Bec has a graduate certificate in Diabetes Education.
Bec has a passion to help patients with their lifestyle choices leading to better health.
In Bec’s spare time you can find her running along her local lakeside and dancing in genres of jazz, tap, hip hop and ballet.
Renee grew up on the Central Coast and is a graduate of University of Newcastle.
She is a caring and compassionate nurse who loves to build strong relationships with patients.
Renee is passionate about preventative care and strives to support individuals and families in achieving their best health outcomes.
You’ll often find Renee at the beach on weekends, enjoying sunshine and salt water.
Renee grew up on the Central Coast and is a graduate of University of Newcastle.
She is a caring and compassionate nurse who loves to build strong relationships with patients.
Renee is passionate about preventative care and strives to support individuals and families in achieving their best health outcomes.
You’ll often find Renee at the beach on weekends, enjoying sunshine and salt water.
On arrival, you will be greeted by our friendly and professional reception team. Our team are the backbone of Coastal Health Medical Centre with many years of experience. All of our team have a friendly and positive attitude, are knowledgeable and are ready to help all our patients access our services.
With a long background in medical Practice Management, Sue also has a great interest in the Accreditation process of medical practices.
Sue retains a Diploma of Practice Management and Bachelor of Business and recently refreshed with Fundamentals of Practice Management and Tender and Submission Writing Skills with UNE.
Sue spent 7 years as an Area Manager for a major skin cancer company before working in Practice Management roles and eventually settling at Coastal Health Medical in Toukley.
On weekends Sue can be found with her dog Bing, cooking, watching downhill skateboarding or gardening.
Fun fact about Sue: Sue breeds Spiny Leaf insects as a hobby!
With a long background in medical Practice Management, Sue also has a great interest in the Accreditation process of medical practices.
Sue retains a Diploma of Practice Management and Bachelor of Business and recently refreshed with Fundamentals of Practice Management and Tender and Submission Writing Skills with UNE.
Sue spent 7 years as an Area Manager for a major skin cancer company before working in Practice Management roles and eventually settling at Coastal Health Medical in Toukley.
On weekends Sue can be found with her dog Bing, cooking, watching downhill skateboarding or gardening.
Fun fact about Sue: Sue breeds Spiny Leaf insects as a hobby!
Jacinta is a dedicated team member with over 2 years experience and a passion for helping others.
With a keen interest in medical and researching she brings value to the team with her enthusiasm.
Jacinta is a dedicated team member with over 2 years experience and a passion for helping others.
With a keen interest in medical and researching she brings value to the team with her enthusiasm.
Jackie has worked in medical practices for over 10 years and loves greeting, chatting and helping all patients.
Outside of work Jackie enjoys family holidays to Port Macquarie regularly, although her favorite place would be Catherine Hill Bay where she can be found exploring rock pools and caves.
Jackie enjoys fishing too!
Jackie has worked in medical practices for over 10 years and loves greeting, chatting and helping all patients.
Outside of work Jackie enjoys family holidays to Port Macquarie regularly, although her favorite place would be Catherine Hill Bay where she can be found exploring rock pools and caves.
Jackie enjoys fishing too!
Leonie has worked in medical practices for over 6 years now. She has a passion for keeping operations running smoothly, ensuring both patients and the team have the support they need.
Her role allows her to contribute to quality healthcare by maintaining a well-structured and welcoming practice.
Outside of work Leonie has had a life-long passion for sports. Coaching and managing women’s football teams on the Central Coast and winning a Grand Final in her final year of playing at 56 years old!
Leonie has worked in medical practices for over 6 years now. She has a passion for keeping operations running smoothly, ensuring both patients and the team have the support they need.
Her role allows her to contribute to quality healthcare by maintaining a well-structured and welcoming practice.
Outside of work Leonie has had a life-long passion for sports. Coaching and managing women’s football teams on the Central Coast and winning a Grand Final in her final year of playing at 56 years old!
After many years in hospitality Maxine found her calling in medical reception.
Max loves all aspects of her job and finds her current position of Office Manager, at The Entrance, extremely satisfying. With a wonderful array of doctors Max says it’s a pleasure to come to work every day.
Having lived on the Central Coast for 35 years Max loves readings, holidays, social outings with friends and spending alone time with her husband and daughter around her pool.
Max is a leap year baby so is officially only pre-teens!!!!!!
After many years in hospitality Maxine found her calling in medical reception.
Max loves all aspects of her job and finds her current position of Office Manager, at The Entrance, extremely satisfying. With a wonderful array of doctors Max says it’s a pleasure to come to work every day.
Having lived on the Central Coast for 35 years Max loves readings, holidays, social outings with friends and spending alone time with her husband and daughter around her pool.
Max is a leap year baby so is officially only pre-teens!!!!!!
Mikayla brings over 5 years of experience in medical reception to the team with premium skills to liaise with a diverse range of demographics.
With a background in Psychology studies she is driven by a commitment to upholding ethical standards and supporting patients with care and empathy.
Mikayla’s warm presence and dedication make her an essential team member and a solid Office Manager.
Mikayla brings over 5 years of experience in medical reception to the team with premium skills to liaise with a diverse range of demographics.
With a background in Psychology studies she is driven by a commitment to upholding ethical standards and supporting patients with care and empathy.
Mikayla’s warm presence and dedication make her an essential team member and a solid Office Manager.
Originally from Bathurst and a proud mother of 5 boys and Nan of 2 boys and a girl, Terri has been a part of our team for 3 years.
Terri enjoys greeting patients and spending time with her family and friends.
In her spare time Terri loves to sew, along with other crafts, and can be seen on her boat fishing or watching water-skiing.
You can also find Terri , a true Brocky fan, on the DVD “Back to Bathurst 2002” with 4 of her sons!
Originally from Bathurst and a proud mother of 5 boys and Nan of 2 boys and a girl, Terri has been a part of our team for 3 years.
Terri enjoys greeting patients and spending time with her family and friends.
In her spare time Terri loves to sew, along with other crafts, and can be seen on her boat fishing or watching water-skiing.
You can also find Terri , a true Brocky fan, on the DVD “Back to Bathurst 2002” with 4 of her sons!
Zoe, a full-time mum, brings resilience and a down-to-earth spirit to her work.
A former soccer player, she now channels her energy into supporting patients and colleagues alike.
Zoe has over 4 years of experience in medical administration and is committed to making a difference in her role at the centre, expanding her knowledge daily.
Zoe is a multitasking hero!
Zoe, a full-time mum, brings resilience and a down-to-earth spirit to her work.
A former soccer player, she now channels her energy into supporting patients and colleagues alike.
Zoe has over 4 years of experience in medical administration and is committed to making a difference in her role at the centre, expanding her knowledge daily.
Zoe is a multitasking hero!
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