Moonta Medical Centre is an Accredited General Practice that has been serving the community since 1991. It is located in the Copper Triangle two hour’s drive North of Adelaide.
Moonta Medical Centre has a bright, friendly and caring atmosphere.
Our team of valued health professionals provide compassionate health care while being mindful of individual needs and circumstances.
Our aim is to provide the highest standard of care, treat all patients with dignity and respect and to be patient centered in all we say, do, and offer
Values
Respect: Every person is valued and respected for their diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and beliefs.
Integrity: We are committed to communicating honestly and directly with our patients and each other.
Trust: To be reliable, dependable and give patients the ability to feel confident in the healthcare that we provide.
Caring: To have empathy for others , provide a listening ear and notice when someone needs help.
Positivity: A positive work culture develops good morale, teamwork and a happy environment for all staff and patients.
Mission Statement
“Embracing Healthcare and Wellness for All”
DOCTORS
Dr Asif Ashraf
M.B.B.S, F.R.A.C.G.P
Dr Ashraf is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and has 15 years experience in General & Emergency Medicine. He is the Principal GP of the practice and is a Supervisor to junior doctors and Medical Students.
He has a special interest in Dermatology, excision of skin lesions and Chronic Disease Management.
Languages spoken: English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi
Dr Shafiq Mughal
M.B.B.S, F.R.A.C.G.P, FARGP, MFamMed,DA
Dr Shafiq has joined Moonta Medical Practice as a Co- Principal GP of the practice and will be consulting regularly two to three days a week. He will also be Supervisor to junior doctors and Medical Students.
Dr Shafiq has more than 30 years of general practice experience and has worked in South Africa, Middle East, Pakistan and Australia. He is committed to rural SA and has worked in Port Augusta, Whyalla and Roxby Downs as a GP for 12 years.
He has a special interest in Chronic Disease Management.
Languages spoken: English, Urdu and Punjabi
Dr Satinee Chucherd
BMED
Dr Satinee graduated form School of Medicine at The University of New England(JMP), Armidale NSW.
She completed her internship, residency and Emergency Medicine Certificate in Illawarra Shoalhaven local health district in NSW.
Dr Satinee has a special interest in skin conditions and skin cancer.
She can speak Thai and enjoys Pilates, photography and Geology.
Dr Syed Zaidi
MBBS,FRACGP
Dr Zaidi graduated from Pakistan in 2002. He worked in General practice in Pakistan for few years then moved to Saudia Arabia and worked in family medicine and emergency for 10 years. He has strong interest in chronic disease management and palliative care.
Dr Raaid Halool
MBBS
Dr Halool graduated in 2013 and worked overseas in General Practice before moving to Australia. He has a special interest in ENT (ear, nose & throat), Paediatrics, Minor skin procedures and Chronic Disease Management.
Outside medicine he loves sport, especially tennis & soccer and is a registered soccer referee with Football SA.
Dr Zahid Shaheen
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Zahid Shaheen is a Fellow of Royal Australian College of General Practitioners(FRACGP).
He has 28 years of clinical experience including Gynecology, E.N.T, Paediatrics, General Surgery and General Medicine in busy teaching hospitals overseas, before taking General Practice as his field of interest.
Dr Shaheen has been involved in teaching medical students from Adelaide University, SA University and Flinders University for 7 years while working as a GP in Adelaide.
Dr Shaheen has special interest in Mental Health, skin care and checks, skin biopsies, implanon insertion and removal, child and adult immunisations, chronic disease management.
Additional languages spoken: Urdu, Punjabi & Hindi
Dr Bharti Dua
MBBS
Dr Bharti graduated from India in 2002. She has been working in Australia since 2020.
Dr Bharti consults all aspects of General Practice with a special interest in management of Chronic disease, Mental health, womens and childrens health. She is approachable and compassionate.
She speaks Hindi and Punjabi.
Dr Bharti enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with her family.
Dr Atefeh Borjikhaniavanaki
MBBS
Dr Atefeh is a medical graduate from Iran and joined the Australian community in 2017, where she lived in Brisbane and Adelaide.
She obtained her Australian Medical Council certificate in 2019 and worked as a Resident Medical Officer in Flinders and Noarlunga Medical Centres in 2020.
Dr Atefeh has been involved in medical students education during her residency and has provided support to other overseas doctors by running bridging courses and tuitions.
She has recently joined the Moonta Medical Centre and is passionate to be a member of the rural community.
In her spare time, she does painting, Pilates, gardening and enjoys her time with her family
Dr Maheen Ahmer
MBBS
Dr Maheen is a compassionate General Practitioner with a special interest in Chronic disease management, Women’s health, and Children’s health.
She is approachable and caring, taking the time to understand her patients’ concerns and provide personalized care.
Dr. Maheen is fluent in English, Urdu, and Punjabi
Allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds and ensure their needs are met.
Dr Suganya Nedumaran
MBBS
Dr. Suganya (Sugi) is a qualified medical professional who has completed her MBBS at Madras Medical College, India, followed by studying in the UK.
After moving to Adelaide, Dr. Suganya has worked at Flinders Medical Centre and Noarlunga Hospital, gaining broad experience in hospital and community-based care.
Areas of Interest
• Chronic Disease Management
• Women’s and Children’s Health
• Preventative Health
Languages
• English
• Tamil
Personal Interests
Dr. Nedumaran enjoys baking, cooking, and drawing. She values spending quality time with her family and brings a holistic and compassionate approach to her practice.
Dr Hiren Patel
General Practitioner, Male, MBBS
Dr Patel graduated in 2012 from India and has been living in Australia since 2013. Dr Patel has been working as a Resident Medical Officer at Mildura Base Public Hospital and has experience working in various specialties. Dr Patel has been closely involved in medical education committee and junior medical advisory group at Mildura Base Public Hospital.
Dr Patel practices all aspects of general practice with a special interest in chronic disease management, small procedures and children’s health. He is fluent in English, Hindi and Gujarati.
Outside work, Dr Patel enjoys outdoor adventures, snorkeling, hiking and spending quality time with family.
Practice Nurses:
- Vicki, Jayne, Melissa, Mel, Naomi, Jamie and Kiara
At Moonta Medical Centre we have a friendly and dedicated nursing department. Services provided include, but are not limited to:
- Immunisations (childhood, adult, travel)
- Wound care
- Health assessments
- GP Management plans
- 40-49 year old
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (any age)
- Over 75 years old (annually)
- General health education and advice
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Practice Principals:
- Dr Asif Ashraf Dr Shafiq Mughal
Practice Manager:
- Fiona Aldridge
Receptionists
Mel, Danni and Lisa
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