Burnside - Our Doctors

Our General Practitioners are all registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and are qualified and experienced in providing high quality medical care.

If you have general health concerns, mental health challenges, women's health needs, children's health issues, if you need help managing a chronic disease, our doctors are here to guide you every step of the way.

Dr Crystal Zhao

MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Crystal Zhao is a very experienced female GP with more than 25 years of clinical experience.

Special interests and services:

Minor surgical procedures

removal of skin tags
excision of skin lumps and cysts
minor skin biopsies
cryotherapy of warts
suturing of lacerations
contraceptive device insertions and removals
removal of foreign bodies
ear syringing and removal of ear wax

Minor trauma

suturing of lacerations
removal of foreign bodies
burns and scalds
wound care
dressings
minor fractures

Other services

Implanon insertions and removals
Cervical screening tests for women (previously known as “pap smears
Vaccinations
Preventative health
Women's health
Mental Health
Children’s Health
Hypnotherapy

Languages

English, French, Mandarin

Dr Frank Xia

MB, MM, MBA (Melb), FRACGP

Originally from Shanghai, Dr Xia graduated from Tongji Medical University in 1986. He is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). He Joined Burnside Medical Centre in December 2012. Dr Xia consults in all aspect of general practice with special interest in cardiovascular disease, mantle health, travel medicine and sports related injuries.

Languages:

English, Mandarin, Shanghainese

Dr Tah Wei Hau

(MBBS FRACGP)

Dr Hau is an experienced General Practitioner having completed his primary medical degree Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in Singapore from the National University of Singapore. He subsequently obtained a Master of Medicine (Family Medicine) and Diploma in Family Practice Dermatology in Singapore.

Dr Hau was awarded a Fellow of the Royal Australia College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) in 2014. Dr Hau volunteered in organisations looking after children with chronic diseases and cancer as well as the intellectually disabled for ten years. Dr Hau has a keen interest in Chronic disease management, Children’s Health, Dermatology, Preventative health and Musculoskeletal and sports injuries

Languages

English, Mandarin, Hokkien, Cantonese, Malay (Bahasa Melayu)

Dr Sabeha Muzzafar

(MBBS FRACGP)

Dr. Sabeha Muzzafar is an experienced General Practitioner with over 20 years of expertise in Family Medicine, having practice for a decade in both Australia and overseas. She offers comprehensive, patient-centered care with a special interest in pregnancy and is accredited to provide Shared Maternity Care, supporting women through all stages of pregnancy - from antenatal to postnatal care.

Dr. Sabeha is deeply committed to the health and wellbeing of individuals and families across all life stages. Her area of special interest includes family health, children's health, mental health and chronic conditions management. She is known for her compassionate approach and for fostering trusted, long termed relationships with her patients.

Dedicated to delivering high-quality, holistic healthcare. Dr Sabeha takes the time to listen and ensure patients feel supported and empowered in their health journeys.

Languages

English, Urdu, Hindi

Dr Muawia Sheikh Mohamed

(MBBS FRACGP)

Dr. Muawia joined our team of doctors early this year. With over 10 years of clinical experience, Dr Muawia brings a wealth of knowledge and a patient-centered approach to care. His special interest includes men's health, enhanced care plan management, wound management, mental health and family medicine.