Doctors
Dr Patricia Dowsett
MB,BS FRACGP
Patricia was born in Subiaco and grew up in Greenmount in the hills of Perth. She completed her medical degree in 1993, and was accepted into the general practice training programme. She completed her fellowship in 1998. After a year working in the UK, Patricia worked in Moora for two years gaining valuable rural medicine experience and surviving the floods there. When she returned to Perth in 2000 she commenced working in South Perth and has been in the area since then.
Patricia enjoys all aspects of general practice. She has varied special interests including working with young families, women’s health, child and adolescent health (accredited as a Youth Friendly Doctor with the AMA), preventative medicine, musculoskeletal medicine and mental health.
Patricia is married and is busy outside of work with two school aged boys. She enjoys spending time with her family as well as travelling, reading and going for walks.
Special Interests
- CHILD AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH
- WOMEN’S HEALTH
- MENTAL HEALTH
- SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
- SPORTS AND MUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE
- TRAVEL MEDICINE
- PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE
- WORKER’S COMPENSATION AND WORK MEDICALS
- MINOR PROCEDURES: SKIN EXCISIONS, IMPLANON INSERTION AND REMOVAL
Dr Glenn Croft
MB,BS(Hons) BSc(Hons1) DCH(WA) GDipSpMed Cert. SH&FPA MMed(GP) FRACGP
Glenn obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours from the University of Western Australia in 2003 and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Glenn has been working locally in the Como area since 2009 and enjoys the challenge and variety of all areas of general practice, including minor surgery such as skin procedures, Implanon insertion, and ear wax removal with microscope and microsuction. Glenn does not upload information to My Health Records.
Glenn has completed various post graduate studies, with a Masters of Medicine (General Practice) that included advanced clinician skills in skin cancer procedures and chronic disease management such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease (University of Queensland), a Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine (University of New South Wales), Diploma of Child Health (Princess Margaret Hospital) and a Certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Medicine (Family Planning Australia). Glenn is also a senior examiner for the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Recreationally Glenn spends time riding his motor-bike, snowboarding and trying to play golf.
Special Interests
- CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE
- CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT
- DIABETES MELLITUS
- EAR WAX REMOVAL WITH MICROSCOPE AND MICROSUCTION
- MEN’S HEALTH
- MENTAL HEALTH
- SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH INCLUDING IMPLANON INSERTION AND REMOVAL
- SKIN CHECKS AND SKIN SURGERY
- SPORTS AND MUSCULOSKELETAL MEDICINE
- WORKER’S COMPENSATION
- WORK MEDICALS
Dr Victoria Inwood
MB,BS (WA) FRACGP
Victoria grew up in Perth and completed her medical degree at the University of Western Australia in 2002. She completed her internship and resident years at Fremantle hospital and entered the General Practice training program in 2005. Most of her General Practice training was completed in Pinjarra and Mandurah and she achieved fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2008. On completion she moved to Brisbane and worked in General Practice as well as at The Wesley Breast Clinic until she returned to Perth in 2015.
Victoria’s medical interests include women’s health (contraception, Implanon insertion and breast medicine), paediatrics, mental health and preventative medicine.
Outside of medicine Victoria is kept busy with her young family. Having trained in contemporary and classical dance since early childhood, she likes to keep fit by dancing in various cultural events. She is a keen cook and loves experimenting with new recipes and using food as medicine.
Special Interests
- CHILD AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH
- WOMEN’S HEALTH
- MENTAL HEALTH
- BREAST MEDICINE
- SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
- IMPLANON INSERTION AND REMOVAL
- PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE
Dr Claira Ang
MB,BS (Hons) DCH Cert. SH&FPA Cert. Dermatoscopy Cert. Skin Cancer Med. FRACGP
Claira completed her medical degree with honours from the University of Western Australia and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. She has also achieved post-graduate qualifications in child health, skin cancer and sexual and reproductive health.
Claira enjoys the diversity of General Practice, in particular women’s health, paediatrics, preventative health and skin cancer management.
Special Interests
- CHILD AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH
- WOMEN’S HEALTH
- SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
- SKIN CHECKS
- MINOR PROCEDURES: SKIN EXCISIONS, IMPLANON INSERTION AND REMOVAL
- TRAVEL MEDICINE
Dr Anetta Rybak
MB,BS (WA) VGDWH Cert. SH&FPA FRACGP
Anetta completed her medical degree at the University of Western Australia in 1998 and worked in surgical posts until 2002 when she changed her career path to general practice. Anetta completed her GP specialist training and gained a RACGP Fellowship in 2006. She has postgraduate qualifications with a Vocational Graduate Diploma of Women’s Health (King Edward Memorial Hospital) and a Certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Medicine (Family Planning Australia).
Anetta has a special interests in children’s and women’s health. She has completed extensive training and specialises in Menopausal Medicine. She is a member of the Australasian Menopausal Society and European Menopausal Society.
Recreationally Anetta enjoys spending time rock climbing and travelling.
Special Interests
- MENOPAUSE
- CHILD AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH
- WOMEN’S HEALTH
- MENTAL HEALTH
- SEXUAL HEALTH
- PREGANCY INCLUDING PRE-CONCEPTION AND POST-PARTUM
- IMPLANON INSERTION AND REMOVAL
Dr Brett Bowden
MB,BS (WA) FRACGP
Brett graduated from UWA (1983) and trained at RPH before entering General Practice in 1993. He has spent the last 28 years working in the Canning and Manning areas and is happy to manage all aspects of general practice including Workers Compensation injuries, Motor Vehicle Accident injuries and Veteran Affairs. Having worked for Ngala for over 20 years, Brett has extensive experience treating babies and children. He can talk authoritatively about dinosaurs, fairies and unicorns, name the Paw Patrol and list over 100 Pokemon.
Brett is an AFL enthusiast and has followed the Richmond Football Club for over 50 years. Brett is married with two children and two grandchildren, all of whom he is very proud. He continues to work so that he can get a rest from babysitting duties.
Special Interests
- CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE
- CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT
- AGED CARE
- VETERAN’S HEALTH
- WORKER’S COMPENSATION
- WORK MEDICALS
Dr Katherine Vanopulos
MB,BS(Hons) DCH(WA) Cert.SH&FPA FRACGP
Katherine obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours from the University of Western Australia in 1998. She worked overseas and interstate as a junior doctor before completing her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2003. Katherine has also obtained a post-graduate Diploma of Child Health from Princess Margaret Hospital and a Certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Medicine at Family Planning Australia. Katherine is passionate about her work and enjoys getting to know her patients who entrust her with their care. She has special interests in Women’s Health, Paediatrics, Mental Health, Preventative Health and Chronic Disease Management. Katherine has spent 20 years working in the northern suburbs of Perth, which was a wonderful experience. She now embraces the opportunity to work at Como GP.
Katherine is married and is kept busy with her two children. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with family and friends, exercising and travelling.
Special Interests
- CHILDREN’S HEALTHCARE
- WOMEN’S HEALTH
- CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT
- MENTAL HEALTH
- PREVENTATIVE HEALTH
Dr Chloe Ting
MB,BS(Hons) FRACGP
Chloe graduated with honours from the University of Western Australia (UWA) in 2015. Prior to pursuing General Practice, Chloe worked in various specialties, with extended experience in Surgery, Ophthalmology and Emergency Medicine.
Growing up in Malaysia exposed Chloe to diverse cultures and practices. Chloe draws upon these experiences to combine sensitivity and professionalism in her daily practice. She takes pride in providing personalized care to patients with a relaxing and comfortable approach. Chloe is fluent in Mandarin and has conversational knowledge of Cantonese and Malay.
Chloe is an avid foodie that can be found searching for delicious feeds to update her Instagram page. She also enjoys travelling, exercising and binging on TV series.
Special Interests
- MINOR PROCEDURES
- IMPLANON INSERTION AND REMOVAL
- IRON INFUSIONS
- OPTHALMOLOGY
- WORKER’S COMPENSATION
- WORK MEDICALS
Dr Hemant Garg
MB,BS (WA) FRACGP DAME SPUMS (Underwater/Dive Medicine)
Dr Hemant Garg graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2008 and completed his Fellowship in General Practice in 2019. He deals with all aspects of General Practice, including surgical, orthopaedics, emergency medicine and urgent care presentations. Hemant has a special interest in metabolic health and the management of obesity and diabetes using dietary and lifestyle measures, including a low carbohydrate dietary approach.
As an active Reservist with the Royal Australian Navy, Hemant can assist members of the community with regards to Defence health requirements and provide support for ex-service members with DVA related matters. Hemant is also qualified to undertake both SCUBA Diving and CASA Aviation Medicals, having obtained certification for these with the Australian Defence Force.
Hemant is a firm believer of the principle of shared decision making where doctor and patient work together to develop an understanding of the problem and come up with a management plan that is most likely to work with the patient’s needs and lifestyle
Special Interests
- SCUBA DIVING MEDICALS
- AVIATION MEDICALS
- WEIGHT LOSS
- METABOLIC HEALTH AND DIABETES
- EMERGENCY MEDICINE AND URGENT CARE
- ORTHOPAEDICS
- DVA AND MILITARY HEALTH
Dr Huan Nguyen
MB,BS (WA) FRACGP
Huan grew up in Perth and graduated from UWA in 1999. He has worked in various hospitals in metropolitan Perth including Sir Charles Gairdner, Hollywood, Joondalup Health Campus and King Edward Memorial Hospital. Huan has also provided GP care outside of Perth in Narrogin and Mandurah. His areas of special interest include type 2 diabetes, travel medicine, antenatal care, occupational medicine and mental health.
Outside of work Huan uses every opportunity to travel and enjoys photography and hiking.
Special Interests
- DIABETES
- CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT
- ANTENATAL CARE
- MENTAL HEALTH
- TRAVEL MEDICINE
- WORKER’S COMPENSATION
- WORK MEDICALS
Nurses
Hongyang Shi
Masters of Nursing
Donna Buckingham
Bachelor of Nursing
Administration Staff
Practice Manager: Cherie Braden
Cherie is a proactive and forward thinking team leader who encourages and empowers the clinic team to provide the patients of Como GP with high quality services and experiences in the primary health setting. She has over 10 years experience in health administration across General Practice and Mental Health services. In her spare time, Cherie enjoys exploring vineyards and orchards in the Perth Hills, lazy Sundays, time with family and great coffee.
Michelle Talbot (2IC)
Michelle has worked in administration for over a decade, with more than 8 of these in the medical field. Michelle enjoys spending her spare time with her family and dog, walking, watching movies and going to the beach.
Katie Vague
Katie has spent the last ten years working as a medical receptionist at Mends Street Family Practice with Dr Quo, Dr Elms and Dr Dowsett and will be a familiar face to many of their patients. Prior to that, she was a beauty therapist working alongside doctors in various cosmetic medical clinics. In her spare time, Katie likes to socialise with and entertain friends and kept very busy with her husband and their little daughters.
Nicholas Hamdorf
Nick has worked as a medical receptionist in specialist and general practices for several years. While studying Physiology at UWA, Nick also finds time to go bouldering, exercise at the gym, and follow Formula One.
Holly Durham
Holly is beginning her journey as a medical receptionist after 9 years working in community pharmacy and is focused on customer service and client care. She enjoys spending quality time with her young family.
