Our General Practitioners
General Physicians
Our approach is to deliver the best service every single time you visit us at Shire Doctors and Dentists. We have brought together a highly experienced and very passionate team who share the same vision towards healthcare and patient wellbeing.
Our Physicians at Shire Doctors and Dentists
Dr Maz Gorjipour
Managing Director
After graduating from UTMS in 2001, I have been practicing medicine for almost twenty years. I am currently practicing as an emergency medicine specialist in Sutherland and Liverpool hospitals. I have a special interest in geriatric medicine, cardiology, trauma, and point-of-care ultrasound. Practicing as a GP (overseas) and an emergency medicine specialist in Australia provided me with a great opportunity to understand the value of high-quality primary care services. My focus at Shire Doctors and Dentists is to offer a wide variety of services to address a broad range of medical and health-related issues, helping avoid unnecessary hospital admission where appropriate.
Dr John Rizzuto
General Practitioner
I graduated from the University of Sydney in 1975, then followed three years of hospital residency at Concord Repatriation General, Prince of Wales, Bankstown, Westmead and Sutherland Hospitals.
I managed my well respected and accredited solo family medical practice in South Hurstville for over 40 years. My medical interests include general medicine, paediatrics, nutritional medicine, and preventative health.
My wife and I raised and educated our now adult children in the Sutherland Shire and we both still enjoy the outdoor activities on offer here – the beach and the bush, swimming, surfing and walking.
Dr Lana Celi
General Practitioner
I am an experienced General Practitioner with a strong commitment to providing comprehensive, patient-centred care. I hold a Bachelor of Health Science, a Bachelor of Medicine, and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), am a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP), and have a Certificate of Women’s Health. I am also an Antenatal Shared Care Provider with Sutherland Hospital.
My clinical interests include women and children’s health, preventative care, and chronic disease management, though I enjoy all aspects of general practice and caring for patients across all stages of life. I also provide a range of procedural services, including medication infusions such as iron and osteoporosis treatments, as well as IUD and Implanon insertions and removals.
Having lived in the Sutherland Shire my entire life, I value long-term relationships with my patients and the local community. Outside of work, I am a busy mum of three, and I credit my children with teaching me a great deal about medicine. In my spare time, I enjoy water skiing, swimming, and reading.
Dr Dien Nguyen
General Practitioner
I graduated from the University of Sydney, and then continued my training at Westmead Hospital and the Children’s Hospital at Westmead during my residency. Following completing my residency program, I joined the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). I completed the specialist GP training program and received the fellowship of RACGP in 1998.
I have special interests in paediatrics, preventative medicine, and the management of chronic illnesses. With my comprehensive experience in practicing as family physician, I enjoy assisting my patients in management of all their general health and medical issues.
Dr Yana Martynova
General Practitioner
I graduated as a medical doctor in 1995 in Russia and specialised in respiratory medicine and cardiology before moving to Australia in 2005.
With extensive experience working in Sydney-based and rural hospitals, emergency departments, and General Practices, I am particularly interested in internal medicine, elderly care, paediatrics, women’s health, and family planning. I believe that patient education, preventive care, and a holistic approach to complex conditions are the key to successful treatment.
Outside of work I enjoy experimenting around the kitchen with various international cuisines, confectionary, chocolate craft and baking. I also enjoy tailoring and am keen to discover and design new garment patterns.
Dr George Habib
General Practitioner
After completing a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Waterloo in Canada, I went on to earn a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of New South Wales, where my research focused on the development of a “Bionic Eye”. I later completed a Doctor of Medicine (MD) at the University of Sydney.
My medical training included internship and residency at St George Hospital and The Sutherland Hospital before joining the Specialist GP training program. I obtained my Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in May 2023.
I enjoy all aspects of family medicine and have a particular interest in paediatrics, acute orthopaedic and sports injuries, and minor procedures. I value building long-term relationships with patients and providing comprehensive, compassionate care for individuals and families.
Dr Nicole Hall
General Practitioner
I graduated from the UNSW in 2010 and after time in emergency medicine, have worked as a GP since obtaining fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2015. I am interested in all areas of general practice and really enjoy empowering patients to improve their physical and mental wellbeing.
Women’s health is my passion, including pregnancy care, contraception (Implanon insertion/removal and Mirena removal), fertility and menopause management. I hold the Certificate of Women’s Health from the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and am a shared care provider at Sutherland and St George Hospitals. As a Mum of 2 children, I enjoy all aspects of paediatric care, and understand the benefits and challenges that parenthood brings.
I hold SCOPE certification through the World Obesity Foundation, meaning I have completed additional study in weight management and lifestyle medicine. I find it very rewarding helping patients to meet their weight, health and fitness goals using the latest treatment options.
After growing up in the Shire and continuing to live locally, I enjoy bushwalking, swimming, good coffee and the lifestyle that comes from living in this beautiful area with my husband, children, and our dog.
Dr Sherif Francis
Skin Cancer Physician
With close to 30 years of experience in Skin Cancer Treatment and General Practice, I specialise in Skin cancer diagnosis & treatment and Minor procedures.
Throughout my career, I have developed a strong focus on delivering comprehensive skin cancer care, offering both surgical and non-surgical treatments tailored to patients’ needs. In addition to my clinical practice, I have been actively involved in medical education. I served as a Clinical Supervisor for GP registrars and an examiner with the RACGP. I was also a General Practice Clinical Supervisor for the University of New South Wales medicine program, contributing to the training of Year 5 and 6 medical students.
Before transitioning to a more patient-centred role, I was a doctor and medical director at my own group practices. In 2022, I decided to focus entirely on patient care and moved to the Shire to achieve this goal.
Outside of work, I enjoy nature, spending time at the beach, caring for my two dogs, and playing jazz piano.
Dr Amal Tadros
General Practitioner
I am a highly experienced General Practitioner with more than 25 years of experience in general practice, with a strong commitment to providing comprehensive, compassionate and patient-centred care. I graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBCh) from Cairo, Egypt, in 1988, followed by a Master’s Degree in Ophthalmology in 1991. I migrated to Australia November 1998, obtained my Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2005.
In 2006, my husband, Dr George Dawoud, and I established our own family medical practice in Dubbo, where we have proudly provided care to the local community for more than 20 years. This experience has given me a broad understanding of all aspects of family medicine and the privilege of caring for generations of patients.
I have been an RACGP Examiner in Canberra since 2006 and have been actively involved in medical education as an RACGP Supervisor for GP registrars and International Medical Graduates since 2007. I particularly enjoy teaching and mentoring doctors, sharing clinical experience and supporting the development of the next generation of GPs.
I have undertaken additional training in Primary Care Skin Cancer Medicine (2008) and Primary Care Skin Cancer Surgery (2012), with a particular interest in the early diagnosis and management of skin cancers. My areas of clinical interest include skin cancer diagnosis and management; chronic disease management; comprehensive family medicine; women’s health, including contraception, Implanon insertion and removal, and Mirena removal; ophthalmology and eye-related presentations; paediatrics; GP mental health care plans; and aesthetic medicine.
I believe in building long-term relationships with patients and providing care that is thorough, respectful, practical and tailored to each individual’s needs. After many years in general practice, teaching and practice leadership, I value both the clinical diversity of general medicine and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients and their families.
Outside medicine, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, walking my beautiful dog Molly, and keeping active through Pilates and swimming.
Dr Mark Evans
General Practitioner
I am an experienced GP and Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Genera Practitioners (FRACGP), providing comprehensive care for the whole family, from acute illnesses to long term chronic disease management.
I completed my medical degree at the University of Nottingham in 2014, having previously completed a degree in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Bath and Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology at Loughborough University. After moving to Australia in 2016, I undertook two and a half years of training in Emergency Medicine at Liverpool Hospital, NSW, before completing my specialist GP training in the UK in 2022.
This blend of acute hospital and primary care training shapes my holistic and proactive approach to healthcare, with a keen focus on lifestyle and preventative medicine. I have a special interest in musculoskeletal medicine, sports injuries, metabolic health and weight management, and men’s health, underpinned by my background in sport and exercise physiology.
I take a friendly and patient-centred approach to medicine. I believe good practice is about listening carefully to what matters to each patient, understanding their concerns and collaborating on a realistic and sustainable healthcare plan that meets their individual circumstances. Outside of work, I enjoy hiking in national parks, running, going to the gym and travelling the world with my family.
Dr George Dawoud
General Practitioner
With more than 25 years of experience in General Practice, I bring a broad range of clinical, educational and leadership experience to patient care. I graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBCh) from Cairo, Egypt, in 1987, followed by a Master’s Degree in Oto-Rhinolaryngology (ENT) in 1993. I obtained my Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2005.
In 2006, my wife, Dr Amal Tadros, and I established our own family medical practice in Dubbo. For more than 20 years, we have had the privilege of caring for individuals and families within the Dubbo and Western NSW community, while also developing a strong commitment to medical education and professional development.
My clinical interests include skin cancer diagnosis and management; chronic disease management; comprehensive family medicine; ear, nose and throat (ENT) presentations, building on my postgraduate ENT training; occupational and organisational medicine, including pre-employment medical assessments and workers’ compensation; and preventive health and holistic patient care.
I have completed additional qualifications in Primary Care Skin Cancer Medicine (2008) and Primary Care Skin Cancer Surgery (2012).
Medical education and supporting the development of other doctors have been an important part of my career. I have been an RACGP Examiner in Canberra since 2005, an RACGP Quality Assurance Examiner since 2016, and an RACGP Supervisor for GP registrars and International Medical Graduates since 2007.
My broader professional and leadership experience includes: Former Director on the Board of the Dubbo/Western Plains Division of General Practice; IMG Leader Mentor for NSW; Member of the NSW & ACT Faculty Board and Western NSW Representative from 2012–2018; and AGPAL Surveyor since 2024. These roles have provided valuable experience not only in clinical medicine, but also in medical education, practice standards, governance, quality improvement and supporting doctors at different stages of their careers.
I enjoy the variety and continuity that General Practice offers and value developing long-term relationships with patients and their families. My approach is centred on listening carefully, understanding the individual behind the medical problem, and providing evidence-based, practical and personalised care. After many years of working in both clinical and professional roles, I continue to enjoy the challenges of General Practice and the opportunity to contribute to a positive and collaborative practice environment.
Away from medicine, I enjoy art, collecting cars, and collecting crosses. These interests reflect my appreciation of creativity, history, craftsmanship, and individuality.
Dr Naim Samaan
General Physician
I graduated from the University of Alexandria, Egypt in 1986 with MBBS and have been practicing in Australia since 2013. I am a Fellow of the Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and I have also completed a Diploma in Child Health.
My areas of interest include skin cancer checks and management, sexual and reproductive health, children’s health and sports medicine.
