Our Team

Helping residents across the Hornsby Shire and surrounds…

We have friendly and experienced staff who are passionate about healthcare and here to help you back to recovery.
Based in Waitara, our practice provides healthcare for residents across the Hornsby and general north shore region, including Normanhurst, Wahroonga, Asquith, Thornleigh, Turramurra and more.

General Practitioner
Dr Deepak Raja – Managing Director
MBBS MD FRACGP


Portrait of Dr Deepak Raja

Dr Deepak Raja resides locally and is the founder of the purpose-built Waitara Family Medical Practice, where he is currently helping the local community with their medical and health needs.
He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

Dr Raja finds working in general practice very rewarding. He is passionate about professional learning and committed to providing high quality care, bringing over 25 years of experience to the practice.

His special interests include paediatrics, adolescent health, preventative and chronic disease management, mental healthcare, and men’s health.


 

Nursing Staff

Our nursing staff are very experienced and multi-lingual. If you need assistance with language it is likely we can help, so please check with reception. Our interpreter services are available to assist you.

Nurse Dr Lan
Nurse Dr Mia

Staff

Staff member Brenda

Our dedicated team members are here to support the practice and deliver the highest standards of care.


Podiatrist – Chaehyung Cho

Chaehyung Cho is a registered Podiatrist who provides quality foot treatment at affordable prices. Services include:

  • Toenail care
  • Nail disorders
  • Corns and callous
  • Dry feet, cracked heels
  • Flat feet, high arch feet
  • Foot orthotics
  • Foot and ankle pain
  • Sports injuries
  • Wound care
  • Diabetic foot care
  • Children’s feet care

Additional Info:
No referrals required
Bulk Bill for GP Management and Care Plan
Accepts Veterans Affairs (DVA)
Private Health Insurance covered services
On-site HICAPS facilities available
Fee: $75 Initial consultation

Please call Waitara Family Medical Practice at 02 8038 1070 to book an appointment.

Psychologist – Nicole Turner

Nicole Turner is a registered psychologist dedicated to supporting our local community, with 14 years of experience across family law court, children’s court, domestic violence, youth offending, and more.

She offers face-to-face and online therapy sessions, grounded in the latest research using EMDR, CBT, trauma-informed care, and positive psychology techniques.

Sessions start at $250, with initial sessions bulk billed under MHCP at Waitara Family Medical Centre.
For more information or to book a session, please contact reception or call 02 8038 1070.

Multilingual Staff

Our multilingual staff speak English, Hindi, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin (nurse), Persian. Interpreter services are available.

We are just minutes from Waitara Train Station, located between Repco and Bridgestone on Pacific Highway. Book via HealthEngine

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