Doctors consulting at this location
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Dr. Leon Venter
(Monday, Wednesday, Thursday,
Friday & Saturday)Availability : Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri & Saturday
Dr Leon Venter is an immensely popular in this community having provided quality healthcare within Maple Street Surgery for over 15 years. He is by far the longest serving doctor in Cooroy and has decades of experience in all areas of general practice. Dr Venter has a special interest in Mens health and is available on Saturdays for those who need care.
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Dr Lara Dawood (currently on maternity leave)
Dr Dawood is a dedicated General Practitioner with a passion for delivering patient-centred care in a warm and supportive environment. Her goal is to ensure every patient feels listened to and valued. She understands the importance of connection and communication in rural communities and strives to create a welcoming space for patients.
She has completed a diploma in Occupational Medicine, always preferring the idea of preventative medicine and understanding the importance of work on health and vice versa.
Alongside General Practice she has a keen interest in teaching and student wellness. She has pursued this by developing and running a mentoring scheme for medical students and has been an honorary tutor at the University of Leeds, in the UK.
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Dr Sam Edwards
Dr Edwards is a GP who is passionate about providing high-quality, patient-centred care. In particular, he is enthusiastic about keeping patients well to continue their hobbies, work and busy lives. After graduating from the University of Leeds, England, in 2016, he worked across a broad range of medical specialities: Emergency medicine, General medicine, General Surgery & Gastroenterology, Psychiatry, Orthopaedics, Elderly medicine and clinical genetics. In 2019 he pursued his interest in health and wellness, completing a master’s degree in Sports and Exercise medicine. Since 2020 he has worked in General Practice and is committed to providing the best possible care for his community.
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Dr Hannah Gough
(Tuesday to Friday)Availability : 4 days a week
Dr Hannah Gough grew up in the Noosa Hinterland town of Kin Kin and has since taken every opportunity to gain a wide range of experience in the medical field, whilst studying and working abroad. Even before completion of her medical degree in Berlin, Hannah realised that General Practice was her passion.
Through her training and work in Germany, Switzerland and Portugal, Hannah has had the opportunity to acquire knowledge in a wide range of healthcare settings, which included working as a doctor in several hospitals and General Practices in urban and rural areas over the past 8 years. She believes in empowering and educating her patients to lead a healthy life, both mentally and physically. Hannah takes a holistic approach to medicine and really enjoys the diversity of patients she can help working in General Practice. She is dedicated to providing the best medical care to patients of all ages. Hannah also strongly believes that patients should be involved as much as possible when it comes to managing any health problems. Hannah enjoys all aspects of General Practice and has a special interest in antenatal shared care, procedural work such as Implanon and Mirena/copper IUD insertion and removal, paediatrics and preventive medicine.
Hannah is really looking forward to returning to the Noosa Hinterland to provide the community with genuine, patient-centred care.
Outside of work, Hannah enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and two children, with climbing being a passion shared by all members of the family.
Hannah speaks fluent German and Portuguese.
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Dr John Bilenki
4.5 days a weekAvailability : 4.5 days a week
Dr John Bilenki brings his long-standing passion for health to General Practice. After initially graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences, he underwent a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy. He utilized patient centred care to help rehabilitate his patients following a variety of injuries and conditions, including strokes, heart attacks, spinal injuries, and anxiety/depression. Following this, he pursued his interest in medicine, moved to Australia and graduated medical school at The University of Queensland.
Subsequently, Dr Bilenki worked across multiple sites in Queensland as an Orthopaedic Registrar. During this time, he developed a strong interest in research and sports medicine. He is skilled at surgical procedures, casting, and musculoskeletal management. While he brings his interest for sports medicine to General Practice, his passion remains patient centred care and helping patients live long healthy lives.
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Dr Rakib Hasan
4 days a weekDr Hasan has been working in the Imbil and Gympie area since 2021 and is very much looking forward to once again working within a local hinterland community. He is interested in all aspects of general practice including skin health, mental health, paediatrics, chronic disease management and minor procedures.
Dr Hasan has a special interest in skin cancer medicine and dermatology (currently undergoing graduate diploma) and mental health having finished his training in mental health from GPMHSC.
Areas of Interest
- Skin
- Dermatology
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Dr Jennifer Celestino
4 days per weekAvailability : 4 days per week
Dr Jennifer Celestino has worked in Cooroy for some time and has a special interest in the following;
– skin cancer screening & skin diseases
– women and child health
– preventative and chronic disease management
– mental health and indigenous health.Dr Celestino is passionate about consistently providing the quality medical care and support her patients are used to.
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Dr. Antoinette du Toit
5 1/2 days a weekAvailability : (Monday to Saturday) 6 days a week
Dr. Antoinette du Toit obtained her MBChB at the University of Pretoria in 2002, She furthered her studies in the management of diabetes at the Centre for Diabetes and Endocrinology in South Africa and also took various accredited courses in Aesthetic medicine and the application of stem cell therapies in the arena of aesthetics and clinical medical practices. Throughout her professional career, Dr. du Toit has consistently demonstrated passion, vision, dedication and diligence necessary to experience great success in the entrepreneurial arena and in all of her professional endeavor’s. She will be offering both general practice consultations as well as aesthetic procedures at Maple Street Medical Centre.
NOTE: On Saturdays, higher fees apply
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Dr Hannah Newell Kraus
(Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday)Availability : 4 days a week. (Wed-Sat)
Dr Hannah has a passion for primary care and obtained fellowship from the Royal College of Australian General Practitioners. Her interests include: Women’s Health, Mental Health and is intrigued by all facets of general medicine. She has enthusiasm for maintaining an active, balanced lifestyle and encourages adaptation of preventative health measures with patients of all ages. Her goal is to help all patients achieve their healthiest and happiest life.
SATURDAY APPOINTMENTS INCURR A FEE.
PLEASE NOTE: A FEE MAYBE CHARGED FOR CONCESSION CARD HOLDERS.
A $30.00 FEE APPLIES FOR NON ATTENDANCE OF APPOINTMNT IF LESS THAN 2 HRS NOTICE: FAILURE TO PAY MAY AFFECT FUTURE APPOINTMENTS
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Dr Tom Phillips
5 daysDr Phillips is a UK-trained GP who moved to the sunshine coast 2 years ago. He enjoys all aspects of family medicine with a particular interest in the care of the elderly, chronic disease, medical education and all aspects of mental health. He aims to give patients the best possible understanding of their health conditions and involve patients as much as possible in decisions made about their treatment. Outside of medicine he enjoys spending time with his wife and four kids and exploring the beaches and hinterland of the sunshine coast.
Dr Phillips works 5 days a week and wants to retire at Maple Street Surgery. That’s a commitment to long term patient care!
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Dr Dmitry Borysov Starting the 19/1/2026
There’s a new doc in town — Dr Dmitry Borysov — and he’s traded the drizzle of Glasgow, Scotland for the sunshine of Cooroy. After years working in the NHS and in emergency departments across Australia, he’s settled into Maple Street Surgery with a focus on heart health, men’s health, and musculoskeletal conditions — basically, keeping locals moving and feeling good.
When he’s not at the clinic, you’ll find him surfing, fishing, or somewhere outdoors.
Maple Street Surgery is proud to be a true community practice, where the doctors are approachable, skilled, and part of the local fabric. Pop in, say hello, and help Dr Dmitry feel at home — bonus points if you’ve got a secret fishing spot to share!
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Dr Matthieu Ratthe: Starting on the 2/2/2026
I’m originally from Quebec, Canada, and I’m a Canadian-trained GP with over 10 years of experience working across hospital emergency departments and general practice in both rural and suburban settings in Quebec and British Columbia. I’m passionate about providing patient-centered, evidence-based care and about building long-term relationships with patients and their families.
I enjoy all aspects of family medicine and feel comfortable caring for patients of all ages. I’m fluent in French. My wife and I are relocating to the Sunshine Coast with our two children, and we’re very excited to become part of the community. Outside of work, I enjoy outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, and cycling.
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Dr Ben Thurgood (Mondays and Wednesdays)
Ben was born and raised on the Sunshine Coast where he worked as a pharmacist before completing his medical degree as part of the first group of full-time medical students at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.
Ben is currently training as a Rural Generalist GP registrar and has an interest in a wide range of health conditions including chronic diseases such as diabetes, respiratory and heart disease. Currently Ben is not doing skin checks and will be endeavoring to do these in the future.
In his free time, Ben likes spending time with family and enjoying good food and coffee.
Ben welcomes all patients and looks forward to becoming part of your health journey.