Pfizer COVID vaccinations / booster doses are available for patients aged 18 & over.– Book Online and select Pfizer Room 1 or phone 02 9528 0888 to book an appointment. The new Pfizer Vaccine is available. No vaccine for under 12s available.
*** 2025 Flu Vaccines are expected to be available in March 2025. Free Government funded vaccinations for Seniors and other eligible patients, and Private Vaccines will be available. We will update this message as further information becomes available.
APPOINTMENTS FOR FLU AND COVID VACCINATIONS ONLY ARE BULK-BILLED
Kareela Family Practice is pleased to welcome a new General Practitioner Dr Marc Bastawrous, joining us in August 2024.
MBBS, FRACGP, Diploma Child Health
Dr Vicky Hillier is the founder of Kareela Family Practice and has more than 25 years experience in all aspects of General Practice. Dr Hillier completed her fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and her Diploma of Child Health at The Children’s Hospital Westmead. Dr Hillier enjoys helping people work towards good health outcomes and achieving a sense of well being in both physical and psychological health. She has special interests in Paediatrics, Women’s Health, Sports Injuries, Nutrition and General Health and Well Being, and is also involved in the Shared Care Antenatal Program with Sutherland, St George Hospitals and the Royal Women’s Hospital.
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Vandana Pala has been consulting with her patients independently from KFP rooms since 2012. Dr Pala is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Her interests include women’s health, children’s health, ongoing management chronic disease, preventative medicine and all aspects of maintaining wellness. Dr Pala is also involved in the Shared Care Antenatal Program with both Sutherland and St George Hospitals.
MBBS, FRACGP, Diploma Child Health
Dr Marina Wahsh is a Shire local who began consulting with her patients independently from KFP rooms in May 2020. Dr Wahsh is an experienced female general practitioner with special interest in women’s and children’s health as well as adolescent and perinatal mental health. She is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, has completed a Diploma in Child Health and a Masters in Women’s Health at UNSW.
Dr Marina Wahsh is involved in shared care with Sutherland and St George hospitals and the Royal Women’s Hospital.
b.mEd, md, fracgp
Dr Adelina Gendi has been consulting with her patients independently from KFP rooms since February 2024. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Dr Gendi trained at Blacktown, St George and Sutherland hospitals, working across several specialties including Emergency Medicine, Paediatrics, Gastroenterology and Cardiology.
Dr Gendi has a special interest in Preventative Health, Women's and Children's health, and Family Planning, and has additional qualifications in these areas, including a Family Planning Certificate for Implanon and IUD Insertion and removal.
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Dr Marc Bastawrous is a St George/Shire local who obtained his Medical Degree from Bond University, and is currently working towards his fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr Bastawrous has furthered his training working in St George, Sutherland and Calvary Hospitals over the last 3 years. He has a keen interest in women's & children's health, mental health, and in optimising the management of chronic disease.
Kareela Family Practice welcomes our new General Practitioner Dr Marc Bastawrous, who joined us in August 2024.
Rosemary is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years experience in general practice nursing.
Angela is a Registered Nurse and has extensive experience in general practice nursing.
Our nurses assist our doctors in providing a wide range of services including immunisations and health assessments.
Janice is our Senior Receptionist and is happy to assist with any enquiries or requests.
Our receptionist Bronte assists patients at the front desk.
Our receptionist Amanda assists patients at the front desk.
Kareela Family Practice is a family friendly, AGPAL accredited practice, caring for the local community at Kareela for over 25 years.
Address:
47 Solveig Cres, Kareela NSW 2232
(Corner Freya St)
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Mon – Fri: 8am – 6 pm
Closed Weekends and Public Holidays
Sydney Medical Service: 8724 6300
National Home Doctor Service: 137 425
Sutherland Hospital Emergency Dept: 9540 7111
St George Hospital: 9113 1111
Emergencies: 000
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