Our Team
Doctors
Dr Jackson Pyne
MB ChB, BSc (MedSci), MRCGP, FRACGP
Dr Pyne originates from Cumbria in the North of England and moved to Glasgow, Scotland for medical school in 1998. He completed a Neuroscience degree in 2002 and graduated as a doctor in 2004. He stayed in Glasgow for numerous hospital posts including Oncology, Medicine for the elderly, Emergency Medicine, Anaesthetics, General Surgery and Psychiatry. He completed GP training in 2010, continuing to work in Scotland as a locum and salaried GP for 7 years. He has a special interest in Chronic Headaches and Migraines, having worked in a specialist hospital clinic for 2 years in the UK. He also has an interest in Men’s Health, Mental Health and Chronic Disease Management. After 19 years in Scotland, he moved to Perth in 2017 with his wife looking for sunshine! He enjoys spending time with his wife and 4-year-old daughter along with the cinema, music and gigs, travel and circuit training.
Dr Mark Mellor
FRACGP, MRCGP, PgDip (Obesity & Weight Management), DCH, MBChB, BSc (Hons)
Dr Mark Mellor is an experienced Specialist General Practitioner with a strong commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care. With a special interest in weight management and metabolic health, he founded Perth Weight Clinic and serves as the Western Australia lead for the RACGP Obesity Specific Interest Group.
Mark is actively involved in advancing obesity care through education and research. He frequently speaks at professional events for medical and allied health practitioners and collaborates on several obesity-related research projects. He is a recognised member of both the Australian and New Zealand Obesity Society (ANZOS) and the National Association of Clinical Obesity Services (NACOS) and has Recognition of Extended Skills in Obesity Management endorsed by the RACGP. Mark completed the Postgraduate Diploma in Obesity and Weight Management from the University of South Wales in 2025 and is SCOPE-certified.
Alongside his work in weight management, Mark offers comprehensive medical care for all ages and health conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular health, mental health, men’s and women’s health.
Dr Christine Reid
Dr Christine Reid studied at UWA and trained at Royal Perth Hospital before specialising in General Practice in 2006. She has worked for many years in Women’s Health Centres in Joondalup and Mirrabooka, where she developed extensive experience in all aspects of Women’s Reproductive Health Care including a broad understanding of Secret Women’s Business. Our practice is pleased to provide Women’s Health Clinics dedicated to all areas of Women’s Reproductive Health such as pregnancy care (before/during/after), period problems, cervical cancer screening, fertility assessment and pregnancy planning, contraception options (Implanon, Mirena, Kyleena), unplanned pregnancy and sexual health screening. Dr Reid also sees patients for bladder problems and pelvic pain, menopause, breast care and embarrassing issues and itches.
Dr Inna Sytenko
Dr Inna Sytenko qualified in Ukraine in 2000, but Australia has been home to her and her family since 2008. She has gained experience in various specialities at Midland St John of God Hospital encompassing paediatrics, emergency and general medicine, psychiatry, general surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology. Her skills are broad and she has enjoyed time spent being a GP for the rural community in the Wheatbelt. When she is not busy with patients, Dr Inna enjoys reading or spending time with her dogs.
Dr. Binoy Pillai
Dr Pillai worked in the UK for twelve years after completing his medical and surgical training. After having done extensive training in a variety of medical and surgical specialties, he took up General Practice and worked as a GP for a number of years. He then moved to sunny Perth with his wife and twin daughters. Dr Pillai enjoys all aspects of General Practice but has a special interest in Chronic Disease Management, Mental Health, Musculoskeletal Disorders and Paediatrics. He also does minor surgery including the removal of skin lesions and wound care.
Dr. Vinod Nambiar
Dr Nambiar is a GP with extensive experience. After having trained and practiced in the UK, he came to Perth 10 years ago to experience the Australian lifestyle. He fell in love with Perth and settled down here with his young family.
Dr Nambiar’s hospital experience included training periods in Medicine, Surgery, Elderly Medicine and Paediatrics. He is passionate about General Practice and prides himself on being a doctor who is easy to talk to. He was awarded the GP of the year award at his previous GP group with more than 50 doctors. He prides himself on continuously improving his skills to be able to provide a wide variety of services to his patients. He has a certificate of completion in Management of Diabetes, Insulin Initiation and Management, and Skin Cancer Dermoscopy. He has also attained a certificate of completion in Management of Obesity and is available for patients needing help with their weight loss without the fear of being judged. He has a special interest in Children’s Health and has a special way with children.
Practice Staff
Caroline Ferguson
Caroline is an experienced Practice Manager with a strong background in both the private and public health sectors. She enjoys the many aspects of managing a busy practice including getting to know our patients and ensuring we continually provide an outstanding level of patient care. Originally from Edinburgh, Scotland, she came here a few years ago and enjoys spending time with her family outside in the sunshine at one of the many beautiful spots Perth has to offer.
Tara Jeremiah
Tara has been a registered nurse for 6 years, graduating from ECU in 2017. She has recently returned to Perth after having worked in the UK for 2 years during the COVID pandemic. She has experience in multiple areas such as Haematology, Oncology, Paediatrics, Aged Care and Disability. She has always had a passion for helping people and will always ensure that the patients she sees are at ease and well looked after.
Reception
Our busy reception desk is managed by our experienced receptionists who are happy to book your next appointment or provide you with any advice or answer any questions you may have.
Hayley Hawkins
Georgia Falls
Megan Williams
Rochelle Baronas
Allied Health Staff
Jenni Hiemstra
Jenni is a Clinical Psychologist with a background in addiction, eating disorders, and working with children and adolescents with complex behavioural and emotional difficulties. With an empathic and non-judgmental approach, she offers assessments to children and interventions to support people of all ages.
Janice Fitzgerald
Janice Fitzgerald from Earbox Audiology is an Accredited Audiologist with years of experience testing children and working for paediatric ENT specialists. She founded Earbox in 2018 to make audiology more affordable and accessible for young families, particularly in the northern suburbs.
Antonietta Faulkner
Antonietta is committed to delivering high-quality, client-centred care through a compassionate, strengths-based approach.
With a professional background spanning government and non-profit sectors, Antonietta has experience in children’s and family services, Employment Assistance Programs (EAP), and Drug and Alcohol Services. She works collaboratively with adult clients to support meaningful change, helping individuals reach their full potential and lead purposeful lives.
Sarah Forbes
Sarah is an experienced Dietitian with expertise in all areas of private practice Dietetics. Sarah aims to help her clients optimise their health and achieve their goals while maintaining the joyful experiences food brings and empower clients and equip them with the knowledge and skills to optimise their long-term health.
Imogen Russell