Your local family medical centre in Sutherland Shire
- AGPAL Accredited
- Family-owned practice
- On-site pathology collection
- New patients welcome
- Near Sutherland Station
- Open Mon–Sat
About Us
Shire Family Medical is a family-owned, AGPAL-accredited GP medical centre in Sutherland — led by Dr Louis Traynor and registered nurse Rebel Traynor. As Sutherland Shire locals and parents themselves, Louis and Rebel operate this practice around one belief: that patients deserve to feel heard, supported and genuinely cared for over time.
Our team of GPs, nurses and support staff provides patient-centred general practice for individuals and families at every stage of life — from children to older adults — in a welcoming, inclusive setting.
General GP Care
Check-ups & GP Health Assessments
Age-appropriate health reviews, including general check-ups, 45-year health assessments and 75-year Medicare annual assessments. RMS medicals also available.
Unwell Clinic
Dedicated priority GP appointments for patients with cold and flu symptoms. Assessment, advice and testing if clinically indicated.
ADHD Management (Continuing Prescriptions)
Ongoing ADHD management appointments for eligible patients aged 6 and over, with continuing prescriptions in line with NSW Health requirements.
Workers' Compensation GP Services
Your nominated treating doctor for work-related injury — supporting you from initial assessment through to rehabilitation and return to work.
After-hours Care
For medical needs outside our opening hours, we partner with Sydmed to provide bulk-billed, after-hours home visits.
Women's Health
Women's Health GP Services
Support through pre-, peri- and post-menopausal care, pregnancy support, osteoporosis prevention, and health advice across the lifespan.
Contraception Clinic
GP consultations for contraception advice, prescription options and longer-acting methods, including Implanon insertion and removal.
IUD Insertion & Removal
GP-led consultations for IUD advice, suitability assessment, insertion and removal, including procedure preparation and follow-up care.
Iron Infusions
On-site Ferinject injections for patients with iron deficiency, including supervision, administration by a nurse, and follow-up planning.
Men's Health
Men's Health GP Services
Health assessments and preventative advice for men, including prostate, bowel, testicular and skin cancer risk, plus cardiovascular health across life stages.
Children's Health
Paediatrics (Children's GP Care)
Assessment, investigation and management for infants through adolescents, including the 6-week check-up before first immunisation.
Children's Immunisations & Vaccinations
We provide the full schedule of childhood immunisations on-site, in line with the National Immunisation Program.
Preventative Health & Screening
Skin Cancer Checks & Mole Examinations
Head-to-toe skin examinations with dermatoscopy and magnified inspection, with cryotherapy or minor procedures performed where appropriate.
ECG (Heart Tests)
Routine ECG testing as needed — especially for patients aged 75 and older — and provided on referral by your GP to assess heart rhythm and health.
Check-ups & GP Health Assessments
Age-appropriate health reviews, including general check-ups, 45-year and 75-year Medicare annual assessments. RMS medicals also available.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
Culturally respectful health care designed to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, including targeted health assessments to help close the gap.
Travel Health & Vaccinations
Travel Vaccinations & Pre-Travel Advice
Most travel vaccinations are provided on site to support your travel preparation, including destination-specific advice from our GPs.
Yellow Fever Vaccination
Approved Yellow Fever vaccination centre in Sutherland, providing travel health advice, vaccination where clinically appropriate, and international certificates.
Procedures, Tests & On-site Services
On-site Pathology Collection
On-site pathology collection is available at the clinic, with results sent directly to your GP.
Iron Infusions
On-site Ferinject injections for patients with iron deficiency, administered by our nursing team with follow-up planning.
ECG (Heart Tests)
Routine ECG testing provided on referral by your GP to assess heart rhythm and health.
Skin Cancer Checks & Mole Examinations
Head-to-toe skin examinations with dermatoscopy and magnified inspection, with cryotherapy or minor procedures performed where appropriate.
Specialised Clinics
BRAVE Clinic for Blood Test Anxiety & Needle Phobia
Designed to support patients who find blood tests particularly difficult, delivered with care and patience.
Aesthetic Medicine and Hyperhidrosis Clinic
Private consultations for facial aesthetic concerns and excessive sweating, with personalised assessment and discussion of suitable management options.
Our Doctors
Whether you’re bringing in a child for immunisations, managing an ongoing condition, or due for a check-up, our Sutherland Shire doctors are here to help. We offer a broad range of on-site services with a focus on preventative care and continuity.
Dr Annalisa Azaredo
Dr Gary Franks
Dr James Zhang
Dr Katrina Mikhail
Dr Louis Traynor
Dr Melissa Phillis
Dr Soney Jacob
Support Staff
Our nursing team — Jackie, Kirstin, Ryan and Rebel — brings over 60 years’ combined experience, supporting your care across iron infusions, health assessments, GP Management Plans and immunisations. Michelle is our dietitian, helping patients work toward their nutrition and health goals. Lyndal manages practice administration, and Diane, Sophie and Lexi are here to help with bookings and general enquiries.
Nurse Jackie
Nurse Kirstin
Nurse Ryan
Nurse Rebel
Michelle
Lyndal
Diane
Life at Shire Family Medical
Health Articles
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Book online any time or call our reception team. New patients are welcome.