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Not currently taking new patients – Working Part-time. Dr Ruth Nimbargi is originally from Mumbai in India, where she obtained her MBBS. After undertaking specialist GP training in the UK, she moved to Australia and worked on King Island and Melbourne, before moving to Cairns. Passionate about individualised, holistic skin cancer care, Dr Ruth offers thorough skin checks and a range of medical and surgical treatments for sun damaged skin and skin cancers. She values patient concerns as key to treatment success. She has undertaken extensive skin cancer training and is working towards her Fellowship with the Skin Cancer College of Australasia.
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Dr Morice graduated with his Doctor of Medicine in 1993 from the University of Arizona and obtained his Specialist in Family Medicine qualifications through the American Board of Family Medicine in 1996. He is also a qualified HIV medicine specialist, from the American Academy of HIV Medicine, and practiced in the field for 12 years. He is an S100 prescriber for HIV medications in Queensland and has a specialty interest in blood-borne disease. Dr Morice emigrated to Australia in 2007 and has lived in Cairns since 2008. He is a well-respected GP within the Cairns LGBTQIA+ community.
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Dr Nicole Sleeman is a General Practitioner with a focus on women’s health, mental health, sexual health, and culturally safe care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. She integrates lifestyle medicine into holistic, trauma-informed, person-centred care. Passionate about prevention and sustainability, Nicole also advocates for climate-conscious healthcare through her work with Doctors for the Environment Australia, promoting the vital connection between human and planetary health. Dr Nicole is offering IUD’s. Telehealth is available for pre-insertion appointment to organise script.
Dr Anvitha Rao is taking New Patients, she is a dedicated and experienced Specialist General Practitioner, offering compassionate care to individuals and families across Cairns and Far North Queensland. With over a decade of experience in general practice, Dr Rao takes a patient-centered, holistic approach to healthcare, ensuring that care is tailored to each patient’s unique needs and lifestyle.
Dr Rao has developed a deep understanding of the health needs specific to the region. Dr Rao is committed to providing care that is accessible and responsive to all patients, with a particular focus on understanding and meeting the needs of First Nations (ATSI) communities. She takes the time to address the specific health challenges faced by these patients, ensuring that they receive the best possible care.
Dr Rao’s areas of expertise include, Comprehensive and Family Medicine, Chronic Disease Management, Mental Health, Preventive Health, Children’s Health including immunisations/checks, Men’s Health, Women’s Health including Antenatal care, First Nations Health, New work cover.
Taylor has been working in General Practice for the better part of 20 years. Taylor is passionate about primary health care and will continue to provide high-quality care to her patients (existing and new), both as a Nurse Practitioner independently seeing patients, and as a Practice Nurse, continuing to support her GP colleagues.
What can you see Taylor for?
• Immunisations (childhood, antenatal, travel (excluding yellow fever), and pre-employment/pre-placement)
• Minor injuries and accidents
• Cervical screening
• Sexual health check
• MTOP
• Contraceptive counselling
• Implanon insertion and removals
• IUD removals (soon to be insertions)
• Iron infusions
• Aclasta infusions
• Venesections
• Medical certificates (excluding WorkCover/Centrelink)
Dr Sheng — General Practitioner, FRACGP
Dr Sheng is an experienced General Practitioner who provides consultations to Cairns Health Collective patients via Telehealth video appointments.
He graduated with a Doctor of Medicine from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and achieved Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) in 2024.
Dr Sheng enjoys providing comprehensive, patient-centred care across all stages of life, with particular interests in chronic disease management, preventive medicine, paediatric care and family medicine. He values taking the time to understand each patient’s individual health needs and supporting them to make informed decisions about their ongoing care.
Through Telehealth, Dr Sheng works closely with the clinical team at Cairns Health Collective. Where clinically appropriate, patients may be asked to attend the clinic for nurse or Nurse Practitioner-led observations, measurements or other assessments to support their Telehealth consultation and continuity of care.
Patients consulting regularly via Telehealth are encouraged to register Cairns Health Collective as their preferred practice through MyMedicare, helping support continuity of care and access to Medicare-eligible Telehealth services where applicable.
Special Interests
Chronic disease management
Preventive health and medicine
Paediatric health
Family medicine
General practice
Please note: Dr Sheng’s Telehealth service is focused on general and family medicine and is not intended for dedicated mental health management or ADHD assessment, diagnosis or medication management. Patients seeking these services are encouraged to contact our reception team so we can discuss the most appropriate practitioner or service available at Cairns Health Collective.
Appointments with Dr Sheng are available via secure video Telehealth.
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ADHD Assessment, Diagnosis & Treatment – Dr Meg McKeown
Dr Meg McKeown is a telehealth/video GP with a special interest in ADHD, providing GP-led ADHD care via video consultations. This includes ADHD assessment and diagnosis, as well as ongoing review and management when clinically appropriate.
Additional ADHD-focused education: Dr McKeown has completed additional ADHD study in assessment, management and psychopharmacology, including adult ADHD clinical practice. She has attended AADPA annual conferences and is currently undertaking the RANZCP Certificate of Psychiatry.
Professional areas of interest
ADHD
ADHD in perimenopause
Cairns Health Collective is welcoming new adolescent patients aged 15+ and adults seeking ADHD assessment, diagnosis and treatment with Dr Meg McKeown.
Dr Meg provides comprehensive ADHD care, including assessment, diagnosis and individualised treatment options, including medication where clinically appropriate.
At least one week before your appointment, new patients will need to:
Complete our New Patient Form, available through the Cairns Health Collective website or HotDoc.
Arrange a transfer of relevant medical records from your previous practice where necessary.
Complete any questionnaires, assessments or supporting information requested as part of the ADHD assessment process.
Provide relevant clinical observations as required. This may include an ECG completed within the past 6 months, blood pressure and general observations, as Dr Meg considers clinically appropriate. These observations can be completed at Cairns Health Collective.
All ADHD appointments must be pre-paid at the time of booking.
Appointments with Dr Meg McKeown can be booked online via HotDoc.
An ADHD assessment does not guarantee a diagnosis or medication prescription. Diagnosis and treatment recommendations are based on Dr Meg’s clinical assessment and individual patient suitability.
ADHD Medication Review & Management – Dr Celine Gol
Dr Celine Gol completed her medical training at the University of Galway, Ireland. She worked in Pathology for five years as a researcher and university lecturer before completing GP training in the UK in 2013. In search of sunshine, she relocated with her family to Queensland in 2015. Her other qualifications include Postgraduate Diploma in Allergy from the University of Southampton, UK, Postgraduate Diploma in Weight Management from the University of Chester, UK and Fellowship of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine.
Cairns Health Collective is welcoming adolescent patients aged 15+ and adults with an existing ADHD diagnosis who are seeking ongoing medication review and management with Dr Celine Gol.
Dr Celine provides ongoing ADHD care for patients who have already been diagnosed by a psychiatrist, paediatrician or ADHD-led GP and require review and management of their ADHD medication.
At least one week before your appointment, new patients will need to:
Complete our New Patient Form, available through the Cairns Health Collective website or HotDoc.
Provide documentation confirming your ADHD diagnosis.
Arrange a transfer of relevant medical records from your previous practice where necessary.
Provide relevant clinical observations. This may include an ECG completed within the past 6 months, blood pressure monitoring since commencing medication, and other observations Dr Celine considers clinically appropriate. These observations can be completed at Cairns Health Collective.
All ADHD appointments must be pre-paid at the time of booking.
30 minute Appointment = $320.00
Appointments with Dr Celine Gol are made by calling Cairns Health Collective. Please ensure all required documentation is provided prior to your appointment.
Medication prescribing and ongoing management are subject to Dr Celine’s clinical assessment, appropriate documentation and individual patient suitability.
ADHD Assessment & Management – New Patients Welcome
Cairns Health Collective is now welcoming new adolescent patients aged 15+ and adults seeking ADHD assessment, diagnosis and ongoing treatment.
Dr Meg McKeown is available for comprehensive ADHD assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning, including medication where clinically appropriate.
Dr Celine Gol is available for patients with an existing ADHD diagnosis who require ongoing medication review and management.
At least one week before your appointment, new patients will need to:
Complete our New Patient Form, available through the Cairns Health Collective website or HotDoc.
Arrange a transfer of medical records from your previous practice where necessary.
If already diagnosed, provide documentation confirming your ADHD diagnosis from your psychiatrist, paediatrician or ADHD-led GP diagnosis.
Provide relevant clinical observations as required. This may include an ECG completed within the past 6 months, blood pressure monitoring since commencing medication, and other observations considered clinically appropriate by your doctor. These observations can be completed at Cairns Health Collective.
All ADHD appointments must be pre-paid at the time of booking.
Bookings with Dr Meg McKeown can be made online via HotDoc.
Bookings with Dr Celine Gol are made by calling Cairns Health Collective. Please ensure all relevant diagnostic and medical documentation is provided so our team can arrange the appropriate appointment.
All assessment, diagnosis and prescribing decisions remain subject to the treating doctor’s clinical assessment and suitability.
For further information, please visit the ADHD website.
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Dr Ömer is a Sports and Exercise Physician with a strong commitment to diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal pain with clarity and precision.
Dr Ömer will be visiting Cairns Health Collective every 4 weeks. He will work closely with pain specialists and allied health clinicians to manage complex and persistent musculoskeletal conditions through shared care.
His clinical focus centers on understanding how the body moves and using musculoskeletal ultrasound to assess tissues in real time. This enables more accurate diagnoses, precise interventions, and clearer explanations for patients. He performs a wide range of injection-based treatments, including platelet-rich plasma (PRP), prolotherapy, tendon and muscle injections, nerve-related procedures and fluid aspirations. Nearly all procedures are performed under ultrasound guidance to improve accuracy and reduce guesswork.
Paola Ferretti is an experienced Clinical Hypnotherapist and Mindfulness practitioner based in Cairns. With a background as a clinical midwife, she combines medical understanding with therapeutic expertise to help clients create positive, lasting change.
Paola works gently with the subconscious mind to support people with:
• Anxiety and panic attacks
• Stress reduction and emotional regulation
• Smoking cessation and habit change
• Weight management and mindful eating
• Insomnia and sleep difficulties
• Infertility support & birth-related experiences
• Trauma and life transitions
Her approach is compassionate, personalised, and focused on addressing the root causes behind unhelpful patterns. Clients describe Paola as calm, supportive, and empowering, providing a safe, non-judgmental space to build resilience, confidence, and balance.
Paola welcomes new clients at Cairns Health Collective and looks forward to supporting your wellbeing journey.
Rusty Smalley brings over a decade of experience helping people ease pain, stress, and overwhelm through the Emmett Technique and Access Bars. Her approach blends gentle bodywork with mindful relaxation, focusing on the person as a whole rather than just their symptoms. Each session aims to release tension, restore movement, and encourage balance in body and mind. Many clients leave feeling lighter, freer, and more at ease—often rediscovering a sense of peace and possibility they hadn’t felt in years. Rusty’s care is warm, skillful, and deeply supportive.
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Pippa is an integrative health professional with almost three decades of experience across clinical pharmacy, evidence-based medical education, public health, and clinical consulting across both traditional and natural/alternative therapies.
With two Master’s degrees (Education and Public Health/Clinical Pharmacology), a Bachelor of Pharmacy, and advanced qualifications in medication management, functional nutrition, and naturopathy, she brings a unique blend of clinical precision and holistic wisdom to her practice.
Pippa is deeply passionate about healthy ageing, vibrant living, and empowering people to thrive — not just survive.
Known for her practical, science-based yet soul-nourishing approach, she is constantly exploring traditional options, cutting-edge research, functional testing, and real-world strategies to help her clients maintain function, vitality, and zest through every stage of life.
Currently on sabbatical.
Dr Amanda Roberts is a Cairns-based GP, DAME (CASA Designated Medical Examiner), and founder of Stratford Medical Centre and the Wheels of Wellness program. She moved from South Africa in 2007 and worked with the Royal Flying Doctor Service for 10 years. Amanda has special interests in emergency medicine, mental health, clinical governance, business and service delivery design. Dr Roberts mentors GP registrars, has previously served on health and charity boards, and enjoys running medical service delivery businesses to enable health professionals to bring their skills to our communities. She is also a foster carer and mum to two young adults and as many animals as possible. Amanda enjoy seeing others find their passion and squeezing in travel whenever possible, especially if nature based in our wonderful outdoors.
Dr Sarah is no longer seeing patients privately.
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