Dr Buddini completed her MBBS at the University of Melbourne and worked in variety of settings as a junior doctor before choosing a career in General Practice. She completed her GP training in regional Victoria then followed a special interest in community and migrant health in Melbourne, before making the sea-change to beautiful Warrnambool in 2022. Buddini enjoys working with people with diverse needs, and has had further training in child health, reproductive health and family planning, geriatrics and dermatoscopy.
As an accredited GP supervisor, Buddini plays an important role in mentoring and training the next generation of General Practitioners. She provides supervision and support to GP Registrars at South West Medical Centre, helping them develop their clinical skills and confidence while delivering high-quality patient care.
Dr Karoline Gunn was born in Warrnambool and completed her schooling at Warrnambool High School. She studied medicine at Melbourne University, graduating in 1991. She has worked in general practice in Warrnambool since 1997, with various stints in other services including the emergency department, Aboriginal health, and medical teaching. Karoline spent a year in Arnhem Land in 2012 working with remote Aboriginal communities and considers this a career highlight.
With a longstanding interest in medical education, Karoline is also a GP Supervisor who supports and mentors GP Registrars undertaking their specialist General Practice training. Her experience in both clinical practice and medical teaching enables her to provide valuable guidance to doctors as they develop their careers.
Her interests include swimming, gardening, bush walking and good food.
Dr Clare completed her degree at the University of Melbourne, resident years at Barwon Health, then GP training in Warrnambool. She has worked in a variety of areas including Indigenous health in the Top End and Central Australia, and with young people at Headspace and Doctors in Schools. She has a special interest in women’s health, family planning and pregnancy care. Outside of work, Clare enjoys swimming, music and reading.
Clare enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience with the next generation of GPs. As a GP Supervisor, she works closely with GP Registrars, supporting their learning and helping them develop the skills needed to provide high-quality care to the local community.
Dr Sylvie completed her medical degree at the University of Notre Dame, Sydney before working as a junior doctor at St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne. Sylvie has a special interest in women’s and children’s health.
Dr Joanne Ryan grew up in Warrnambool. She completed a Bachelor of Science at Melbourne University and then studied medicine at Flinders University in Adelaide, graduating in 2006. She has enjoyed working in General Practice since 2010 and has been fortunate to work and live in rural NSW, Queensland and Gippsland over the past several years. Joanne and her family returned to Warrnambool in 2024.
Joanne enjoys the diversity of General Practice and has a particular interest in preventative health. She is also an accredited GP Supervisor and is passionate about supporting the training and development of future General Practitioners. Joanne mentors and supervises GP Registrars at South West Medical Centre, helping them build their clinical skills and confidence as they progress through their specialist training.
She is enjoying living back near the beach and playing music with the local orchestra.
Sheema has worked as a General Practitioner in the UK, Singapore and Australia. With a passion in teaching and training, Sheema’s wealth of experience and commitment to high quality care for her patients makes her a fantastic fit at South West Medical Centre. Sheema is keen on travel and spends her weekends exploring all the hidden gems around the region.
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Yang completed her medical degree at Hebei Medical University. She then moved to Australia and obtained the Master degree of Clinical Embryology at Monash University. Yang worked in regional areas including Bendigo, Echuca and Swan Hill before relocating to Warrnambool in 2023 to complete her rural GP training.
Yang has always had a passion for general practice for its holistic care and the diverse care it offers to all age groups. Yang has strong interests in women’s health, children’s health, chronic disease management such as diabetes and chronic hepatitis B infection. Yang also feels passionate about looking after the LGBTQIA+ community.
Outside of work, Yang loves spending time with her young family and friends. She enjoys reading and walking along the beach.
Nikki is passionate about providing safe, timely and effective sexual and reproductive health care for our local community. Nikki enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and has spent 20 years promoting the rights of women and children. Outside of work, Nikki enjoys being creative and loves to swim
Katrina is the heart and soul of South West Medical Centre, having worked within the clinic since it’s unveiling in 2012. Katrina brings a wealth of experience as a practice nurse, continually updating her skills to meet patient needs and evidence based practice. Katrina is a passionate Collingwood supporter.
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Tracey brings the smiles to the practice! As an enrolled nurse Tracey provides pivotal support to our patients and the clinical team, on a day-to-day basis. Tracey relishes her time in her beautiful cottage garden!
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