1/198 Belmore Road Riverwood NSW 2210
PSYCHOLOGIST
PODIATRIST
DIETITIAN
PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
PSYCHOLOGIST
Sahar Hazim (Psychologist) B.Psych.
Sahar has attained a Bachelor of Psychology from the University of Western Sydney. She speaks fluent Arabic and English. She has extensive experience in private practice and she is also a consellor at TAFE Bankstown Campus. She is a Work Cover accredited psychologist and cares for clients over 16 years of age.
Sahar provides a range of psychological services including: Anger management, Anxiety, panic attacks and phobias, Behaviour management, Cognitive assessment, Depression management, Divorce and separation, Domestic/family, Eating problems and addictive behaviours violence, Employment and return to work, Grief and bereavement, Health and medical conditions, Healthy lifestyle skills, Motivation, Parenting, Relationship issues, Relaxation techniques, Sexual abuse/incest, Sexual difficulties, Sexuality counselling, Stress management, Trauma and psychological injury, Workplace issues. Ask the doctor or staff if you’re eligible for up to 10 Medicare subsidised visits.
Sahar consults at Caritas Medical Centre on Fridays every two weeks from 9:00am to 5:00pm
PODIATRIST
Michael Bozic (Podiatrist)
Michael graduated with a Bachelor of Podiatry from the University of Newcastle in 2012. Michael has honed his podiatry skills by working in a variety of private practices in Fairfield, Greystanes and Revesby whilst also spending time in the public sector at Calvary Hospital. Michael has gained invaluable experience in providing general podiatry care and working with high and low risk diabetic patients. Michael also currently works at Eastpoint Podiatry in Edgecliff where he provides general podiatry, sports podiatry, diabetic and paediatric foot care under the guidance of a Podiatric Surgeon.
Michael has a keen interest in diabetic, biomechanical assessment and treatment, Michael enjoys working within a multidisciplinary team to improve the quality of life for patients; especially those suffering from chronic disease. Michael has attended multiple national and state conferences in continuing education courses and is always on the lookout for new skills and trends on how to address different podiatric issues.
Michael has been a member of the Australian Podiatry Association since 2013 and has attended several works shops involving Dry Needling (acupuncture), Lower limb mobilisation, National Podiatry Conference and Lower Limb injection workshops run by the podiatric surgeon. When Michael is not in the clinic you can find him out on the golf course or out taking his dog Ralph for walks.
Michael consults at Caritas Medical Centre every third Thursday from 8:30am.
DIETITIAN
Taylah Pepper (Dietitian)
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours), DAA Accredited Practising Dietitian
Taylah attained a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours) from the University of Wollongong and is a Dietitian’s Australia Accredited Practising Dietitian. Taylah is passionate about assisting individuals in achieving their nutrition-related goals and optimising their health in order to feel their best. Her aim is to instil confidence in her clients, increase their nutrition and health knowledge, support them in their nutrition journey and help them create healthy lifestyle habits to manage chronic disease.
Taylah has been following a plant based diet for the last 5 years and is extremely passionate about plant based nutrition. Other areas of interest for Taylah include sports nutrition, women’s health, food allergies/intolerances and general healthy eating.
Other areas of interest for Taylah include sports nutrition, women’s health, food allergies/intolerances and general healthy eating. Taylah can also assist in conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, hyperlipidaemia, hypertension, oncology, weight gain/loss and others.
Taylah consults at Caritas Medical Centre every Monday from 1:30pm to 5:30pm.
Carolyn Hanna (Dietitian)
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours), DAA Accredited Practising Dietitian
Since graduating, Carolyn has worked in private practice all over Sydney. She has gained experience providing nutrition education and counselling to patients and their families with an array of medical conditions. These conditions may include Diabetes and Pre-diabetes, Hyperlipidaemia, Hypertension, Weight loss, Sports Nutrition, Food Intolerances and Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Malnutrition, as well as many others.
Carolyn believes in having a positive approach towards eating with realistic goals. Her aim is to make you feel confident making healthy choices that lead you to a happy and healthy lifestyle, and help you manage chronic disease.
Carolyn is currently on maternity leave for 12 months.
PHYSIOTHERAPISTS
Anish Raj (Physiotherapist) Master of Physiotherapy
Anish has completed a Masters of Physiotherapy and is currently working in the aged care setting as well as our practice. Anish specialises in Advanced Manual Therapy Techniques, Physiotherapeutic assessment and management of Musculoskeletal disorders and Orthopaedic conditions. Anish has also published research papers on various aspects of physiotherapy. Anish has worked overseas as an assistant professor of physiotherapy and rehabilitation for many years, teaching post and under-graduates. We are extremely privileged to have Anish working for the best health of our patients.
Anish provides physiotherapy services in the areas of all musculo-skeletal problems including spinal pain and injuries (neck and back), Sports injuries, Joint pain including arthritis pain, Orthopaedic injuries including fracture management, Neurological disorders and Cardiothoracic conditions, Child and adolescent musculoskeletal conditions.
Anish consults at Caritas Medical Centre every second Saturday from 8:30am to 12:30pm
Kevin Chu (Physiotherapist) Bachelor of Applied Science of Physiotherapy
Kevin graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science of Physiotherapy. Kevin sees patients on work cover and CTP claims. He believes that physiotherapy is more than just treating the condition, but also empowering people to understand their own body and independently maintain their physical health.
Kevin has a variety of experience in treating acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions in different clinical settings. He also has extensive experience working with injured workers to help them return to their pre-injury status.
Kevin has a special interest in hand and upper limb conditions and his treatment includes manual therapy techniques and functional exercise prescription. Kevin is able to speak Cantonese and Mandarin and can consult in these languages for those who need it.
Kevin consults at Caritas Medical Centre every alternate Saturday from 9:00am to 12:30pm
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
Aaron Ishac(Exercise Physiologist) M.ClinExPhys ACU, B.HSc (Sp&Ex)
Aaron has a been involved with sport and Fitness his whole life, competing in both team and individual sports. His passion is in Martial arts in which he holds black belt in Hapkido.
He completed his bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science as well as his Masters in Exercise Physiology at ACU in 2017. He has experience with both private personal training and group classes. Aaron occasionally works with kids and youths to promote movement as well as a healthy and safe lifestyle.
Aaron consults at Caritas Medical Centre every fourth Saturday from 8:30am to 12:00pm
Onsite Health Fund rebate is available for private patients via our Healthpoint EFTPOS facility for all the allied health services. Only pay the gap. We accept payment by Cash or Credit Card. No gap fee for government medicare care plans (which our GP can provide if eligible).