Because We Care...
Welcome to Abermain Surgery
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide the highest standard of patient care whilst incorporating a holistic approach toward diagnosis and management of illness.
We are committed to promoting health, well being and disease prevention to all patients.
Our Practice
Our friendly administration staff, are available to organise your appointments or help in any way. Our experienced practice nurses assist our GPs with procedures, ECGs, Spirometry tests, INRs, Care Plans and Health Assessments. The surgery is located on the main road in Abermain, with parking at the front of the surgery.
How We Can Help You
Chronic Disease Management
Managing Diabetes, COPD, Asthma and other Chronic Health Conditions
Family Planning
Family planning and ante-natal care
Minor Procedures
Stitching cuts
Removing moles
Skin cancers
Therapeutic Venesections
Iron Infusions
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Laverty Pathology
Onsite Monday to Friday
8am to 12.30pm
1pm to 2:30
Womens Health
Cervical Screening Tests, IUD insertions and removal, Pregnancy tests, Ante-natal care
Mental Health
Mental Health Care Plans. Depression, Anxiety, PTSD and more
Vaccinations
Childhood, Travel, Influenza, Covid19 and other Vaccinations
Skin Cancer Checks
Comprehensive Skin Cancer Checks
Aboriginal Health
715 Health Assessments (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders)
Aged Care
Over 75 Health Assessments and Nursing Home Visits
Meet Our Tenant
General Practitioners
Dr Saif Alkadhi is a dual trained clinician, Emergency Physician & General Practitioner.
He also holds a Diploma in Child Health from the University of Sydney.
Dr Alkadhi is a VMO Emergency Consultant at Hunter New England Health, and General Practitioner at Abermain Surgery.
Dr Alkadhi is trained in different acute care settings and departments in Sydney and the Hunter region.
His Special interest are all aspect of Emergency Medicine, Chronic disease management, Paediatrics, Aged Care Residents, Skin Cancer Medicine, Cosmetic injectables, Men’s health & Work-related injuries.
Dr Alkadhi is actively involved in training future GPs, & supervises GP registrars at our surgery. Dr Alkadhi was awarded RACGP Supervisor of the year 2021 in NSW.
He is available Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays. Books are open 10.5.2023
Areas of interest:
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Paediatric Health
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Emergency medicine
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Chronic disease management
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Skin cancer Checks
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Mens health
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Family medicine
Dr Al-Azzawi is a FRAGP General Practitioner who joined the surgery in May 2018.
Dr Al-Azzawi has practiced medicine in 3 countries around the world and has been based in the Hunter Region for the past few years.
Her professional interests include a strong emphasis on preventative medicine and all aspects of primary healthcare, including chronic disease management, Women's health, mental health, aged care and paediatrics.
She has a diploma in Child Health and a special interest in Women’s Health and Chronic Disease Management. Is is also certified for IUD insertion and removal.
Dr Al-Azzawi is actively involved in training future GPs, & supervises GP registrars at our surgery.
She is available Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. Books closed currently
Areas of interest:
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Family medicine
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Chronic disease management
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Women and Children's health
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Family planning
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Paediatrics
Dr Mansel Ismay
Dr Ismay was trained at the University of NSW obtaining the following degrees: BSc (Med) 1978, MB BS 1980.
Dr Ismay has been a solo GP in the Abermain area for over 35 years. Over this time he has been privileged to treat all generations of patients. He cares for all family medicine and has a special interest in Emergency Medicine, Worker's Compensation & paediatrics.
He is available Monday to Thursday.
Areas of interest:
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Emergency medicine
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Family health
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Paediatric Health
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Worker's Compensation
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Family health
Dr Phillipa Lennox
Dr Pip Lennox has returned to Abermain Surgery after completing her GP training & has gained her Fellowship from RACGP.
She is interested in all aspects of Medicine.
She is available Monday & Thursday. Books closed currently.
Areas of interest:
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Family medicine
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Chronic disease management
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Women and Children's health
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Family planning
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Paediatrics
Dr Michael Mclean - GP Registrar
He is interested in all aspects of Medicine.
He is a qualified doctor who is training to become a General Practitioner through a period of working and training in a practice. His term in our Surgery will be 6 to 12- months as part of his training. He is available 2 days a week and starts his terms with us August 2023 till August 2024
Dr Ben Crawford -
GP Registrar
Dr Crawford is one of our current GP Registrars in the Surgery.
He is interested in all aspects of Medicine. He is a qualified doctor who is training to become a General Practitioner through a period of working and training in a practice. His term in our Surgery will be 12 months as part of his training. He completes his training January 2024.
Dr Bara Qattan
Dr Bara Qattan he has gained Fellowship with RACGP and has worked in the local Coalfields area for years. He has maintained his surgical skills by assisting both Bariatric and Plastic Surgeons across Newcastle and Sydney.
His special interest include:
- skin cancer checks
- skin cancer excisions
- Chronic disease management
- Family medicine
He is accepting new patients. He is available in Abermain Surgery & Gillieston Heights Medical Centre by appointment
Dr Sam Fathi
Dr Sam Fathi is accepting new patients. He is available in Abermain Surgery & Gillieston Heights Medical Centre by appointment.
He has Bachelor degree in Medicine , PHD in paediatrics and FRACGP.
Special interest in skin cancer treatment and chronic disease management.
His special interest include:
- skin cancer checks
- skin cancer excisions
- Chronic disease management
- Family medicine
Dr Tony Amaefula -
GP Registrar
Dr Tony Amaefula is accepting new patients. He is available in Abermain Surgery by appointment.
He is interested in all aspects of Medicine. He is a qualified doctor who is training to become a General Practitioner through a period of working and training in a practice. His term in our Surgery will be 12 months as part of his training.
Meet our Clinical and Admin Staff
Char
Practice Manager- JP,
2023, 2021 & 2020 AAPM Practice Manager of the year NSW finalist
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Dallas
Practice Nurse Team Leader / RN
Kirsty
Practice Nurse - RN
Trudie
Practice Nurse- RN
Kim
Administration
Em
Medical Practice Assistant
Dee
Administration
Judy
Administration
Kyrah
Receptionist
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Elissa
Office Manager
Practice Nurse Vacancy
Apply today!
Allied Health Team
Nick Miller
Podiatrist
Available Mondays
Nisha Dhani
Clinical Psychologist
Available Fridays
Opening Hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00am to 5:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Closed on Public Holidays
Afterhours care: Call 13CURE (13 28 73)
Translator services are available
243 Cessnock Road, Abermain NSW 2326
Phone:(02) 4930 4255
Fax: (02) 4930 4229