Doctors
Dr Rachel Liang - Skin Cancer Specialist GP
accepting new patients for skin checks
ABOUT
Dr Rachel Liang is a highly experienced specialised skin cancer GP who loves her work and
helping her patients. She is passionate about skin cancer diagnosis and surgery and has
been working solely in this field for over a decade.
Dr Rachel Liang is a holistic and empathetic practitioner who is committed to achieving
excellent outcomes for her patients. She has many years of surgical experience and has
undertaken extensive surgical training from a leading plastic surgeon.
Dr Rachel Liang completed her medical degree at the University of Otago in 2006. She
obtained certification in Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery with the University of
Queensland in 2013. She is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
and is completing her Master of Medicine Degree in Skin Cancer with the University of
Queensland.
Outside of work, Dr Rachel Liang delights in reading, exercising and whipping up culinary
delights for her family. Her favourite days are ones spent having fun with her husband and
two darling boys.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday
Dr Chi So - Skin Cancer Specialist GP
accepting new patients for skin checks
ABOUT
Dr Chi So specialises in skin cancer diagnosis and management. He believes in an empathetic and caring approach to his consultations and procedures and is able to perform full body skin checks, mole and spot checks, dermoscopy, skin cancer surveillance, skin cancer excisions, biopsies, and minor procedures.
He completed the requirements for a Fellowship of the Royal College of General Practitioners in 2017. He went on to complete a Master in Medicine (Skin Cancer) and a Master of Public Health.
He has published research papers in international journals exploring the field of skin cancer management in Australian primary care.
He says he enjoys developing trusting relationships with his clients over many years as he provides care.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Wednesday
Dr Karen Jenkins - Skin Cancer Specialist GP
accepting new patients for skin checks
ABOUT
Dr Karen Jenkins is a skin cancer specialist GP with a Masters Degree in Skin Cancer Medicine and extensive experience in the diagnosis, surgical and non-surgical management of skin cancers.
Dr Jenkins has long experience in managing patients at high risk of skin cancer including melanoma. She has worked as a skin cancer specialist in Ballina and Canberra for over 15 years.
She has advanced skills in the surgical management of more complicated skin cancers. We are very fortunate to have such a treasure as Dr Jenkins at Denman!
WORK DAYS
Denman - Friday
Dr Kathleen O'Brien
new patients welcome
ABOUT
DR O'BRIEN WILL BE MOVING TO OUR DENMAN FACILITY IN APRIL.
Dr O’Brien grew up in Canberra and is a graduate of the ANU Medical School.
She is very friendly and loves children, and holds a Diploma in Child Health (Sydney Children’s Hospital Network/University of Sydney). She has interests in paediatrics, women’s health, and preventive health. She chose General Practice because she wanted the opportunity of establishing long lasting relationships with patients to provide excellent continuity of care.
Dr O’Brien says she enjoys working at YourGP because of the commitment to quality care and the supportive team environment from the other doctors, to the nursing and administrative staff.
Outside of work she likes bushwalks, travelling, reading, music, and her burgeoning vegetable garden.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Thursday
Dr Somyata Jhorar
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Somyata is a GP registrar. Somya enjoys all areas of general practice however has a special interest in women’s health, adolescent health and disease prevention. She places importance on open communication and patient centered care. Somya completed her medical degree at the University of Queensland and holds a Diploma in Women’s health. She has been working in regional and metropolitan areas of Queensland. Having recently moved to Canberra to be closer to her husband and continue her general practice training, she is looking forward to exploring the local region.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Dr James Manley
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Dr James Manley is a Canberra local and graduate of the ANU. His interests include pain management, paediatrics and chronic disease management. He says he enjoys seeing those who are elderly.
Dr Manley is passionate about ensuring patients have continuity of care across the lifespan, enjoys seeing family units, and is actively welcoming new patients. He is dedicated to providing holistic care.
Outside of the practice, Dr Manley plays guitar, follows the English Premier League, and spends quality time with his family.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Dr Stephen Martin
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Dr. Stephen Martin loves helping people of all ages with their health. He has a special interest in men's, paediatric and adolescent health and is committed to compassionate healthcare, where patients are listened to and respected.
Originally from New Zealand, he trained as a doctor here in Canberra, graduating in 2013 and has also completed a Diploma in Child Health. He has a passion for medical education and enjoys teaching medical students and registrars.
Steve, his wife and three children love living in Canberra and all it has to offer. He enjoys running, cycling, and practicing Aikido. To unwind he dabbles in music and photography.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Thursday
Dr Kati Davies
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Kati holds a Diploma in Child Health, has completed further studies in reproductive and sexual health, mental health, eating disorders and medical management of obesity.
She has special interests in adult and adolescent medicine, mental health and weight management. She places importance on compassion, holistic care and early intervention.
Kati is a keen communicator, loves facilitating positive change and enjoys exploring the Canberra surrounds with her young daughters and husband.
Kati is a graduate of St George's University, London (MBBS), University of Cardiff (Bsc Genetics), Fellow of the Royal Australian college of General Practitioners.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Tuesday Wednesday Friday
Dr Maria Iannelli
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Maria enjoys all aspects of general practice but has a particular interest in paediatrics and adolescent health, women’s health and preventive health care.
Maria is a born and raised Canberran, although it was at the University of Melbourne that she obtained her Doctor of Medicine.
She returned to Canberra to complete her training, specifically in General Practice due to her passion for quality care and patient advocacy.
Outside of medicine, she is married with young daughters. She enjoys collecting cookbooks, hanging out with the family and watching the latest series on Netflix.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Tuesday Friday
Dr Anna Colwell - travel medicine consults
new patients for travel only
ABOUT
Anna completed Medicine at the University of Tasmania. Since then she has practiced predominately in Canberra but also in rural, remote and overseas places. She has had further training and experience in public health, infectious diseases and travel medicine, including obtaining a Masters of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, and Fellowship with the Australasian College of Tropical Medicine. Anna has worked for the Commonwealth Government in relation to immunisation, outbreaks, disaster planning and veteran’s health and was a member of the ACT Health COVID Response Team. She has interests in lifestyle medicine, infectious diseases and travel health.
Outside of work Anna enjoys hikes and rides with family and friends, reading, growing vegetables and creating cakes when there is a special event.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Wednesday
Dr Mel Deery
not accepting new patients
ABOUT
Mel enjoys all areas of general practice with special interests in paediatrics, women’s health, pregnancy care and mental health.
Mel loves being a GP and a practice owner. Along with her husband John, she is passionate about developing YourGP to better fulfill the vision of ‘genuine care, clinical excellence’. She feels privileged to work alongside such an amazing team of doctors, nurses and administrative staff.
She enjoys walking in Canberra, especially where there are views of the beautiful Brindabella mountain ranges.
Currently available at YourGP@Denman.
Mel is a graduate of the University of New South Wales 2000.
Mel and John have three gorgeous children. They have a strong Christian faith.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Friday
Dr John Deery - Vasectomy
accepting new vasectomy patients only
ABOUT
John practices in all areas of general practice with special interests in sports medicine, paediatrics, men’s health and minor surgery, including tongue tie release. He does a Thursday and Friday morning vasectomy clinic at the YourGP@Crace theatre, see canberravasectomy.com.au for more details.
From the moment John started General Practice in 2003, he desired to one day open an outstanding practice. He is passionate about providing amazing health care to patients.
John loves sport and was previously a school Australian decathlon champion. He played for the St George Dragons, the Sydney City Roosters and Sydney University Rugby while studying.
John is a devoted IT geek and keeps the practice up to date with technology.
John graduated from the University of NSW in 2000.
John and Mel have three gorgeous children. They have a strong Christian faith.
WORK DAYS
Lyneham - Wednesday
Crace - Thursday Friday
Denman - Monday
Dr Rachel Liang - Skin Cancer Specialist GP
accepting new patients for skin checks
ABOUT
Dr Rachel Liang is a highly experienced specialised skin cancer GP who loves her work and
helping her patients. She is passionate about skin cancer diagnosis and surgery and has
been working solely in this field for over a decade.
Dr Rachel Liang is a holistic and empathetic practitioner who is committed to achieving
excellent outcomes for her patients. She has many years of surgical experience and has
undertaken extensive surgical training from a leading plastic surgeon.
Dr Rachel Liang completed her medical degree at the University of Otago in 2006. She
obtained certification in Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery with the University of
Queensland in 2013. She is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
and is completing her Master of Medicine Degree in Skin Cancer with the University of
Queensland.
Outside of work, Dr Rachel Liang delights in reading, exercising and whipping up culinary
delights for her family. Her favourite days are ones spent having fun with her husband and
two darling boys.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday
Dr Chi So - Skin Cancer Specialist GP
accepting new patients for skin checks
ABOUT
Dr Chi So specialises in skin cancer diagnosis and management. He believes in an empathetic and caring approach to his consultations and procedures and is able to perform full body skin checks, mole and spot checks, dermoscopy, skin cancer surveillance, skin cancer excisions, biopsies, and minor procedures.
He completed the requirements for a Fellowship of the Royal College of General Practitioners in 2017. He went on to complete a Master in Medicine (Skin Cancer) and a Master of Public Health.
He has published research papers in international journals exploring the field of skin cancer management in Australian primary care.
He says he enjoys developing trusting relationships with his clients over many years as he provides care.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Wednesday
Dr Karen Jenkins - Skin Cancer Specialist GP
accepting new patients for skin checks
ABOUT
Dr Karen Jenkins is a skin cancer specialist GP with a Masters Degree in Skin Cancer Medicine and extensive experience in the diagnosis, surgical and non-surgical management of skin cancers.
Dr Jenkins has long experience in managing patients at high risk of skin cancer including melanoma. She has worked as a skin cancer specialist in Ballina and Canberra for over 15 years.
She has advanced skills in the surgical management of more complicated skin cancers. We are very fortunate to have such a treasure as Dr Jenkins at Denman!
WORK DAYS
Denman - Friday
Dr Kathleen O'Brien
new patients welcome
ABOUT
DR O'BRIEN WILL BE MOVING TO OUR DENMAN FACILITY IN APRIL.
Dr O’Brien grew up in Canberra and is a graduate of the ANU Medical School.
She is very friendly and loves children, and holds a Diploma in Child Health (Sydney Children’s Hospital Network/University of Sydney). She has interests in paediatrics, women’s health, and preventive health. She chose General Practice because she wanted the opportunity of establishing long lasting relationships with patients to provide excellent continuity of care.
Dr O’Brien says she enjoys working at YourGP because of the commitment to quality care and the supportive team environment from the other doctors, to the nursing and administrative staff.
Outside of work she likes bushwalks, travelling, reading, music, and her burgeoning vegetable garden.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Thursday
Dr Somyata Jhorar
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Somyata is a GP registrar. Somya enjoys all areas of general practice however has a special interest in women’s health, adolescent health and disease prevention. She places importance on open communication and patient centered care. Somya completed her medical degree at the University of Queensland and holds a Diploma in Women’s health. She has been working in regional and metropolitan areas of Queensland. Having recently moved to Canberra to be closer to her husband and continue her general practice training, she is looking forward to exploring the local region.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Dr James Manley
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Dr James Manley is a Canberra local and graduate of the ANU. His interests include pain management, paediatrics and chronic disease management. He says he enjoys seeing those who are elderly.
Dr Manley is passionate about ensuring patients have continuity of care across the lifespan, enjoys seeing family units, and is actively welcoming new patients. He is dedicated to providing holistic care.
Outside of the practice, Dr Manley plays guitar, follows the English Premier League, and spends quality time with his family.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Dr Stephen Martin
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Dr. Stephen Martin loves helping people of all ages with their health. He has a special interest in men's, paediatric and adolescent health and is committed to compassionate healthcare, where patients are listened to and respected.
Originally from New Zealand, he trained as a doctor here in Canberra, graduating in 2013 and has also completed a Diploma in Child Health. He has a passion for medical education and enjoys teaching medical students and registrars.
Steve, his wife and three children love living in Canberra and all it has to offer. He enjoys running, cycling, and practicing Aikido. To unwind he dabbles in music and photography.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Thursday
Dr Kati Davies
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Kati holds a Diploma in Child Health, has completed further studies in reproductive and sexual health, mental health, eating disorders and medical management of obesity.
She has special interests in adult and adolescent medicine, mental health and weight management. She places importance on compassion, holistic care and early intervention.
Kati is a keen communicator, loves facilitating positive change and enjoys exploring the Canberra surrounds with her young daughters and husband.
Kati is a graduate of St George's University, London (MBBS), University of Cardiff (Bsc Genetics), Fellow of the Royal Australian college of General Practitioners.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Tuesday Wednesday Friday
Dr Maria Iannelli
new patients welcome
ABOUT
Maria enjoys all aspects of general practice but has a particular interest in paediatrics and adolescent health, women’s health and preventive health care.
Maria is a born and raised Canberran, although it was at the University of Melbourne that she obtained her Doctor of Medicine.
She returned to Canberra to complete her training, specifically in General Practice due to her passion for quality care and patient advocacy.
Outside of medicine, she is married with young daughters. She enjoys collecting cookbooks, hanging out with the family and watching the latest series on Netflix.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Tuesday Friday
Dr Anna Colwell - travel medicine consults
new patients for travel only
ABOUT
Anna completed Medicine at the University of Tasmania. Since then she has practiced predominately in Canberra but also in rural, remote and overseas places. She has had further training and experience in public health, infectious diseases and travel medicine, including obtaining a Masters of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, and Fellowship with the Australasian College of Tropical Medicine. Anna has worked for the Commonwealth Government in relation to immunisation, outbreaks, disaster planning and veteran’s health and was a member of the ACT Health COVID Response Team. She has interests in lifestyle medicine, infectious diseases and travel health.
Outside of work Anna enjoys hikes and rides with family and friends, reading, growing vegetables and creating cakes when there is a special event.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Wednesday
Dr Mel Deery
not accepting new patients
ABOUT
Mel enjoys all areas of general practice with special interests in paediatrics, women’s health, pregnancy care and mental health.
Mel loves being a GP and a practice owner. Along with her husband John, she is passionate about developing YourGP to better fulfill the vision of ‘genuine care, clinical excellence’. She feels privileged to work alongside such an amazing team of doctors, nurses and administrative staff.
She enjoys walking in Canberra, especially where there are views of the beautiful Brindabella mountain ranges.
Currently available at YourGP@Denman.
Mel is a graduate of the University of New South Wales 2000.
Mel and John have three gorgeous children. They have a strong Christian faith.
WORK DAYS
Denman - Monday Tuesday Friday
Dr John Deery - Vasectomy
accepting new vasectomy patients only
ABOUT
John practices in all areas of general practice with special interests in sports medicine, paediatrics, men’s health and minor surgery, including tongue tie release. He does a Thursday and Friday morning vasectomy clinic at the YourGP@Crace theatre, see canberravasectomy.com.au for more details.
From the moment John started General Practice in 2003, he desired to one day open an outstanding practice. He is passionate about providing amazing health care to patients.
John loves sport and was previously a school Australian decathlon champion. He played for the St George Dragons, the Sydney City Roosters and Sydney University Rugby while studying.
John is a devoted IT geek and keeps the practice up to date with technology.
John graduated from the University of NSW in 2000.
John and Mel have three gorgeous children. They have a strong Christian faith.
WORK DAYS
Lyneham - Wednesday
Crace - Thursday Friday
Denman - Monday