Surgeon
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Dr Dhan Thiruchelvam - Director and Principal Surgeon
Dr Dhan Thiruchelvam is a second generation doctor.
He is the youngest son of retired long time GP Dr T Thiruchelvam (Dr Chelvam) and the younger brother of ENT surgeon Dr Thya Thiruchelvam.
He was educated at Maitland High School before gaining a highly competitive academic entry position to Sydney Grammar School. He then went on to train at Sydney University Medical School. He undertook significant national (Sydney and Melbourne) and international (UK, USA, Japan) training with 3 separate highly competitive fellowship programs in Upper GI Surgery .
He is driven to ensure the best outcome for his patients and delivering the highest standard of care.
Administration
Olivia Shakarian
Practice Manager
Olivia is dedicated to providing exceptional support to patients throughout their healthcare journey. As a key member of the practice, she oversees daily operations, coordinates patient care, and strives to create a welcoming environment for everyone. With a strong passion for healthcare administration, she takes pride in assisting patients with their needs and ensuring they feel supported at every stage of their treatment. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring new places, discovering great cafés, and immersing herself in a good book.
Christie Pritchett
Business Manager
Christie is an experienced Business Manager with over 10 years of experience in administration. She is responsible for overseeing business operations and developing proactive strategies to enhance practice efficiency and patient care.
With a strong background in healthcare administration, Christie is passionate about supporting patients and ensuring seamless operational management. She is dedicated to creating a well-structured and efficient environment that benefits both staff and patients.
Outside of work, Christie enjoys spending time with her family, practicing Pilates, and exploring the outdoors through camping.
Natasha Curry
Reception
Natasha is a driven and focused person who is committed to delivering the most optimal support to our patients. Natasha is currently studying nursing at university. "I adore this role as you get to meet some great people and watch them meet their goals as well as work alongside an amazing team"
Briony Bubbins
Reception
Briony is experienced, has a positive attitude and a willingness to help patients through the whole journey with Dr Dhan Thiruchelvam. Briony enjoys reading, walks along the lake and exploring with her children. “I enjoy the variety in the role and that every day brings something new and different”.
Rebekah Rogers
Reception
Rebekah is skilful and is driven to provide a 10 out of 10 service to our patients. Rebekah is a big True Crime fan. She is excited to jump into a new investigation or tune in to one of ger favourite podcasts. Rebekah loves spending quality time with her little ones and taking them on fun adventures. She also enjoys a peaceful stroll by the beach or indulging in a little retail therapy. “Having the opportunity to work with the highly skilled and professional team at the practice has been a significant highlight of my professional journey”.
Dietitian
Sandya Streram
Dietitian
Sandya is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a Bachelor in Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) from the University of Newcastle. She is currently completing a PhD focused on lifestyle interventions to optimise mental health outcomes for university students.
Sandya is committed to the provision of patient-centred care by providing up-to-date, evidence-based nutritional advice to address the individualised needs of her patients. She is passionate about empowering her clients to attain health and wellness while navigating the transition that comes post bariatric surgery. Outside of work, Sandya enjoys dancing, walks by the beach and trying new recipes
Chris Burns
Dietitian
Chris is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) from the University of Newcastle. He is passionate about helping people navigate their individual food journeys through practical, evidence-based, and patient-centred care tailored to each person’s needs and goals.
As a father of two, he understands the challenges of balancing health, family life, and everyday demands, and brings this perspective into his practice. He is committed to empowering clients to build sustainable habits and a positive relationship with food to support long-term health and wellbeing. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his family, cooking, going on cruises, and seeking out new adventures.
