OUR TEAM
High-Quality Healthcare You Can Trust
Our practice is led by talented and experienced practitioners committed to sustaining a high-performing healthcare system responsive to the needs of the community Thornlands Doctors serve.
Dr Amar Altabary
General Practitioner
MBBS, AMC, FRACGP
Full-time: Monday – Friday and Sunday
Dr Amar Altabary is an experienced General Practitioner based in Torquay, with broad expertise across all areas of general practice.
He graduated with an MBBS from the University of Basrah, Iraq, in 2003 and has since developed a diverse medical career spanning international and Australian practice.
After gaining seven years of overseas medical experience, Dr Amar continued his career in Australia, including three years with Western Health Australia. He obtained his Australian Medical Council (AMC) Certificate in 2015 and subsequently became a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP).
As a valued member of the team at The Quay Family Healthcare, Dr Amar has a special interest in dermatology and is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centred care. He speaks both English and Arabic, allowing him to communicate comfortably with patients from a wide range of backgrounds.
Dr Amar values building positive relationships with his patients and appreciates the supportive, collaborative environment at The Quay Family Healthcare. Outside of medicine, he enjoys reading and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Interests: Dermatology, Geriatrics, Chronic care
Dr Sangeetha Ambati
General Practitioner
MBBS, FRACGP
Part-time: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
Dr Sangeetha Ambati is a warm and dedicated General Practitioner with nearly 20 years of working experience in Australia. She has served the Greater Geelong and Surf Coast regions for 10 years.
Dr Sangeetha enjoys building strong, trusting relationships with her patients and takes the time to ensure each person feels heard, understood and supported.
She brings a thoughtful and approachable manner to every consultation and is passionate about providing care that is tailored to each patient’s individual needs.
Fluent in English, Hindi and Telugu, Dr Sangeetha is able to connect with patients from a diverse range of backgrounds and enjoys caring for individuals and families within the local community.
Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys spending time with family, gardening and cooking.
Interests: Contraception, menopause, children’s health, women’s health, chronic disease management
Dr Zina Al-Baghdadi
General Practitioner
MBBS, RANZCOG, AMC
Full-time: Monday – Friday.
Meet Dr Zina Al-Baghdadi – a compassionate General Practitioner with a special passion for women’s health. Dr Zina earned her MBChB from Al-Mustansiriyah University in Baghdad in 2002 and built a wealth of international experience, including seven years overseas with four spent in Amman, Jordan.
In 2010, she relocated to Australia with her family and worked with Barwon Health for over four years, gaining exposure to a diverse range of medical and surgical cases. In 2022, she furthered her expertise by obtaining her diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from RANZCOG.
Dr Zina’s interests span a broad spectrum of general practice – from women’s health services such as cervical screening tests, IUD removals, and implanon procedures, to antenatal care, general medicine, travel medicine, mental health, and chronic disease management. Her holistic approach ensures each patient receives personalised, comprehensive care.
When she’s not in the clinic, Dr Zina loves curling up with a good book and spending quality time with her children. We’re delighted to have her on our team, where her warmth and dedication make a real difference every day.
Interests: Contraception, Peri/Menopause, Mental health, Women’s health, Obstetrics, Hormone replacement therapy
Dr Shaneet Chand
General Practitioner
MBBS, FRACGP, AMC
Full-time: Monday – Friday
Dr Shaneet Chand is a dedicated General Practitioner with a warm, patient-centred approach to care.
He completed his MBBS at the College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences at Fiji National University before gaining valuable experience in general practice in Fiji.
Dr Chand later transitioned to the Australian healthcare system, successfully completing the Australian Medical Council examinations and further developing his clinical skills at Bundaberg Base Hospital in Queensland.
Working alongside experienced consultants in a hospital setting helped shape his well-rounded and comprehensive approach to patient care.
Dr Chand has a particular interest in paediatrics, emergency medicine, medical education and general healthcare. He recently completed his final fellowship examination and is now a registered Fellow in General Practice.
He combines strong clinical knowledge with an approachable and engaging manner, ensuring his patients feel comfortable and involved in their care.
Dr Chand is committed to providing thoughtful, high-quality care to individuals and families and enjoys continuing to learn and grow throughout his career in General Practice.
Interests: Geriatrics, Dermatology, Paediatrics, Men’s health, Family health
Dr Zaid Qaseer
General Practitioner
MBBS
Part-time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Dr Zaid Qaseer is a dedicated General Practitioner who brings broad clinical experience and a warm, personalised approach to every consultation.
He graduated from medical school in 2010 and began practising in Australia in 2019. Since then, he has gained more than four years of hospital experience and continues to work shifts in local emergency departments, maintaining a strong connection to acute and community-based care.
Fluent in both English and Arabic, Dr Zaid enjoys all aspects of family medicine and caring for patients at every stage of life.
His clinical interests include dermatology, preventative medicine, men’s and women’s health, paediatrics, emergency medicine and general procedures.
He also has a particular interest in chronic disease management, comprehensive health assessments, child and adolescent health, geriatric care, travel medicine, mental health, heart disease and shared antenatal care.
Dr Zaid takes a holistic approach to healthcare, working closely with his patients to understand their individual needs and develop practical, personalised care plans.
His broad experience and approachable manner allow him to provide thoughtful, comprehensive care to individuals and families.
Outside of his clinical work, Dr Zaid is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of his local community and looks forward to building lasting relationships with his patients at The Quay Family Healthcare.
Interests: Mental health, men’s health, travel advice, urology, geriatrics, chronic disease management
Dr Hadeer Qaseer
General Practitioner
MBBS, FRACGP
Part-time: Monday and Wednesday
Dr Hadeer has a strong focus on skin health, menopause care, and weight management.
She provides full body and spot skin checks, with dermoscopic assessment of skin lesions and early skin cancer detection. She performs biopsies of suspicious lesions and surgical excision of skin cancers. In-clinic procedures also include cryotherapy, and minor procedures such as removal of skin tags, milia, and cysts.
She has a particular interest in perimenopause and menopause management, including individualised care and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
She also supports weight management with lifestyle strategies and medication-assisted treatment where appropriate.
Interests: Diabetes management, Women’s health, Perimenopause/Menopause, Dermatology, Mental health
Dr Syma Iqbal
General Practitioner
MBBS, Adv Cert Skin Cancer, DSA, DCH
Part-time: Monday – Thursday.
Dr Syma Iqbal is a passionate and dedicated General Practitioner with extensive experience across emergency medicine, intensive care and general surgery.
She completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery in Pakistan before moving to Australia in 2009, where she has worked across both rural and metropolitan hospitals, including Latrobe Regional Hospital, Western Health, Barwon Health and Epworth Geelong.
Dr Syma’s broad hospital experience has provided her with a strong foundation in managing a wide range of acute and complex medical presentations.
She completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Surgical Anatomy through the University of Melbourne in 2016 and has also enjoyed teaching, having worked with undergraduate and postgraduate medical students at the University of Melbourne and Monash University.
She has developed a particular interest in skin cancer medicine, completing an Advanced Certificate in Skin Cancer in 2021 and continuing her professional development through an Advanced Diploma in Skin Cancers.
She is also completing a Diploma of Child Health through the University of Sydney and Westmead Hospital.
Within general practice, her interests include family medicine, general medicine, women’s health and children’s health.
Dr Syma takes a holistic approach to healthcare, considering both the physical and mental wellbeing of her patients. Her warm and approachable nature, combined with her broad clinical experience and commitment to ongoing learning, allows her to provide thoughtful, individualised care to patients and families at The Quay Family Healthcare.
Interests: Rheumatology, dermatology, Procedures, Family health, Women’s health
Dr Dany Ali Dz
General Practitioner
MBBS
Full-time: Monday – Friday and Sunday
Dr Dany Ali Dz is a dedicated General Practitioner with a strong interest in both acute and chronic medical care. He completed his MBBS at the University of Mosul and enjoys caring for patients across all stages of life, with a particular focus on providing practical, comprehensive and patient-centred care.
Dr Dany’s clinical interests include musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries and sprains, as well as the ongoing management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. He also provides care in urological health, preventative medicine, general medicine, children’s health, mental health, men’s health, health screenings and aged care.
He is experienced in a range of practical procedures, including cast application, various suturing techniques, abscess drainage, wound management and skin biopsies.
Dr Dany takes a thorough approach to each consultation, working with his patients to understand their individual needs and develop a clear plan for their care.
Outside of medicine, Dr Dany enjoys staying active and spending time outdoors. He has a passion for tennis, swimming and surfing, keeping him connected to the active lifestyle he enjoys promoting with his patients.
Interests: Sports injuries, Men’s health, Paediatrics, Chronic care, Diabetes management
Symantha Pipkorn
Diabetes Educator/Practice Nurse
We’re excited to welcome Symantha Pipkorn to our team. With a decade of experience in the primary healthcare sector, Symantha understands the importance of delivering high-quality care to our local community. Passionate about health education and preventing hospital admissions, she chose to work in community health to make a real difference in patients’ lives.
As a practice nurse who thrives on professional growth, Symantha has furthered her qualifications to become a Credentialled Diabetes Educator. She is dedicated to empowering individuals to manage their diabetes effectively, providing them with the knowledge and tools needed for better health outcomes.
Symantha takes great pride in building strong relationships with her patients and offering compassionate, patient-centred care. Committed to ongoing learning and professional development, she ensures that she delivers the best possible support to those in need.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.
Taylah Smith
Office Manager
Meet Taylah Smith, our dedicated Office Manager. Taylah brings professionalism, care, and reliability to her role, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the clinic. With three years of experience in healthcare, she provides exceptional support to both patients and staff with great attention to detail. Taylah thrives in a dynamic, diverse environment and is committed to maintaining an organized and efficient workplace.
Outside of work, Taylah enjoys a balanced lifestyle — exploring the outdoors and camping whenever possible, or relaxing at home with a good series.
Abigail McHugh
Practice Nurse
Abigail McHugh is a compassionate and enthusiastic nurse who holds a Diploma of Nursing and is currently furthering her career by studying to become a Registered Nurse. As a new and valued addition to the team at the Quay, Abigail brings a bubbly personality and a genuine passion for patient care to the clinic each day.
Abigail has a special interest in Preventative Health and enjoys supporting patients to take a proactive approach to their health and wellbeing. She is known for her friendly manner, attention to detail, and ability to help patients feel comfortable and supported throughout their care.
Outside of work, Abigail loves spending time with her family and friends and is a proud dog mum to her two Labradors, who keep her busy and active.
