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Originally from Canada, Dr. Janet graduated from James Cook University in 2015.  Janet loves the diversity that general practice offers and getting to know her patients. She also has a special interest in children’s health.

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Dr Sharmila graduated from the University of Sheffield Medical School in 1984, having grown up in the UK from the age of 10.  Looking for sunshine an 1993, she bought a round the world air ticket and arrived in Cairns in 1994.  She never used the rest of the ticket!

Dr Sharmila joined her McLeod Street Medical colleagues in 2021 after working in General Practice, public and private hospitals and Wuchopperen Health Service in the city.  She took part in a Federal Government Review in 2002 and since 2008 continues to work with the Australian Digital Health Agency and Ramsay Health.

As a GP, Sharmila believes that she is the patient’s health advocate and will take the time to help patients access the best health care for themselves.

Sharmila enjoys the diversity of the people in Cairns and the variety of presentations in General Practice.  She like to travel but also enjoys the local and world fayre that is available right here.

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Lauren completed her Doctor of Medicine degree at Griffith University in 2021. She relocated from the Sunshine Coast to Cairns in 2024 and has worked across Cairns Base Hospital (in both medical and surgical departments), Sexual Health, Kuranda and Cooktown. She is excited to be settling into her role at McLeod Street.

Lauren has a special interest in sexual health, women’s health, and men’s health. She provides pregnancy options, HIV prevention and management, and hepatitis B care. She also offers IUD insertions at McLeod St. She enjoys all aspects of general practice, including paediatrics, geriatrics, palliative care, and chronic disease management. Lauren has a strong focus on preventative health and is passionate about working with patients to reduce their risk of illness through early intervention, screening, vaccinations, lifestyle support, and evidence-based care tailored to each stage of life.

Outside of work, Lauren enjoys creekside walks with her cocker spaniel and fiancée, as well as plants/gardening and netball.

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Dr. Sylvia completed her medical degree at the University of Glasgow and began her training in 2020. After gaining experience in hospital medicine in the UK, she made the move to sunny Cairns to continue developing her skills. She spent time working at Cairns Base Hospital before transitioning to General Practice, drawn to the opportunity to build lasting connections with her patients.

She has a special interest in chronic disease management, women’s health, and preventative medicine. Sylvia believes in a patient-centered approach, focusing on care that’s not just about treating illness but helping people feel their best every day.

Outside of medicine, she dances multiple times a week, and is happiest when she’s trying new cuisines or relaxing by the water.

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Dr Annaleice Rose is a General Practice Registrar with an undergraduate degree in Zoology and completed her Doctor of Medicine degree at Sydney University in 2019. She has a special interest in rural health and comprehensive general medicine and values the breadth and diversity that general practice offers.

Annaleice takes great pride in caring for patients of all ages, from newborns to older members of the community and enjoys the continuity of care that comes with supporting individuals and families through every stage of life. She believes that strong doctor-patient relationships are at the heart of good medicine, particularly in rural settings where community connection plays such an important role in health and wellbeing.

Outside of work, Annaleice enjoys spending time with her young family and making the most of the outdoors. Whether it’s staying active or enjoying the local environment, she embraces an energetic lifestyle that reflects her commitment to overall health and balance.

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Blake graduated Doctor of Medicine at University of Sydney in 2019 before completing his internship year 2020 in western Sydney. With a young family on the way, he and his wife relocated to sunny far north Queensland in 2021 to complete residency years at Cairns Hospital predominantly in emergency and acute care.
Blake works part of his week at Cairns Hospital Emergency Department as his special interest and to maintain his acute medicine skills.

When not practicing medicine, he is busy with his favourite job, dad duty. He and his two young kids can usually be found at the park, on a walk, gardening, swimming or watching Bluey.

Blake’s particular special interests are acute medicine, minor procedures and sports medicine however is happy to see all areas of medicin