Meet the team
Quality treatment from trusted Doctors
Although every doctor operates independently, we are like-minded practitioners with similar values. Every doctor holds membership of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, we are all involved in ongoing professional development and our practice has full accreditation through AGPAL, the national General Practice accrediting body. Each doctor can set their own hours and fees.
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Dr Emily Stoddart
(Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri)
Dr Emily Stoddart holds a medical degree from the University of Tasmania and completed her general practice training in the UK in 2003, achieving membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners, London.
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Dr. Jill Sass
(Mon, Wed, Thurs)
Dr Jill Sass completed her medical degree (with Honours) at the University of Melbourne in 1994. Dr Sass did her junior medical training at Royal North Shore Hospital and a year of Paediatrics at Sydney Children’s Hospital.
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Dr. Therese Cox
(Mon, Tues, Fri)
Dr Therese Cox completed her medical degree at the Australian National University before relocating to the central coast. After working at Gosford and Wyong hospitals, Dr Cox attained her fellowship with the Royal College of General Practice.
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Dr. Nicole Pirie
(Mon, Tues, Wed)
Dr Nicole Pirie completed her medical degree at the University of Newcastle prior to working at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals. Dr Pirie has attained a fellowship from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in addition to receiving a diploma in child health.
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Dr. Taya Van Haren
(Mon, Tues, Thurs)
Having graduated from the University of New South Wales, Dr Van Haren first worked on the coast as a junior doctor at Gosford District Hospital. After spending time in the Northern Rivers of NSW to complete her GP training, she returned in 2012 to work at the practice as a qualified general practitioner.
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Dr Courtney Codrington
Mon, Tues, Wed
Dr Codrington is back with us 3 days a week! Dr Courtney Codrington completed her medical degree at the University of New SouthWales in 2013. Whilst working in Sydney as a junior doctor, she obtained her Diploma ofChild Health. She subsequently travelled abroad to complete a Masters in Tropical Medicineand International Health.Courtney moved to the…
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Dr Derek Fleming
Thurs, Fri
After completing his medical degree with the University of New England in Armidale, Dr Derek Fleming moved to the Central Coast to work as a junior doctor. He has since attained his fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Derek enjoys all aspects of general practice and has a passion for Aboriginal and…
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Dr William Chan
Wed, Thurs (pm), Fri
I graduated from UNSW and started work as a JMO in Gosford and Wyong hospitals. I then continued to work on the central coast to complete GP training and attain fellowship with the RACGP in 2022. I enjoy sports such as basketball, and playing musical instruments such as the violin.
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Dr Deepika Panicker
(Tues, Wed, Thurs incl. evenings, Fri)
Dr Deepika Panicker completed her medical degree at the University of Newcastle before relocating to the central coast. She initially worked at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals before starting her GP training. She is currently working towards attaining her fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr. Dee enjoys General Practice for the variety and…
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Dr Jack Stannus
Thursdays and Fridays
Dr Jack grew up in Victoria before chasing the sun up to NSW to complete his medical studies. He has been a doctor on the Central Coast since 2020 and has special interests in skin cancer medicine, paediatrics, men’s health, sports medicine and chronic disease management. Outside of work he loves his weekly Parkrun, spending time with his young family, pretending to…
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Dr Laura Lukins
Monday and Tuesday
Dr Lukins obtained her medical degree from the University of New Engalnd in 2018, after which she worked at Gosford and Wyong Hospitals. She was our final year GP registrar who joined Point Clare Medical Practice in February 2024. She has now passed all her exams and stays with us as the newest fully qualified…
Nursing team
Our three permanent registered nurses are highly experienced in General Practice and are actively involved in all aspects of patient care. Cate, Ingrid and Juliet are always bringing new knowledge to the practice, as part of their continuing professional development, and are an important part of the clinical team.
Ingrid
Cate
Juliet
Practice management
Our lovely group of receptionists strive to provide a friendly and professional interface between you and the medical staff. Lead by the long-term practice manager Michelle, the team are: Liz, Laurel, Lauren, Rachel and Seth. They are happy to help with any enquiry and are well known for their understanding and sensitive approach to our patients. As a traditional family practice, we have a low turnover of reception staff, and they come to personally know many of our patients over time.
Michelle
Practice Manager
Rachel, Liz, Lauren and Laurel
Reception
Quality Treatment From Trusted Doctors
In the tradition of a local general practice, our books have always remained open to residents living between Koolewong and West Gosford and we pride ourselves on continuing to serve our local community.
Ready to schedule an appointment?
Give our lovely reception staff a call to make an appointment:
02 4324 5655
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