Claire graduated from UWA in 2007 and has worked intermittently at the practice since 2012. Previously practising GP Obstetrics, she continues to have an interest in antenatal and postpartum care, as well as IUD and implant insertions and removals. She also performs common minor surgical procedures, and enjoys all areas of General Practice.
Dr Claire Armanasco
MBBS, FRACGP, DRANZCOG, Dip Child Health
Natasha graduated from the University of Western Australia in 1999 and has practised at Beaumaris Family Practice since 2003. She has three children and works part-time as a non-procedural GP, enjoying all aspects of General Practice. Currently on Extended Leave.
Dr Natasha Hawksley
MBBS FRACGP Dip Child Health
Dr Nicole Ovens
MBBS FRACGP BSc
Barry graduated from the National University of Ireland in 1991. He worked in South Australia, developing undergraduate education. He has special interests in men’s health, occupational health, chronic disease management, skin cancer and GP education. Outside interests include sport and travelling. Currently on Extended Leave.
Dr Barry O’Donovan
MB, BCh, BAO, MICGP, FRCGP (UK)
Felix graduated from Monash University in Melbourne after a previous career in cancer research. He has a special interest in skin cancer medicine, dermatology, sexual health, contraception and antenatal care. Felix performs procedural work including minor skin surgery, ingrown toenails, iron infusions, insertion and removal of contraceptive implants (Implanon) and intrauterine devices (mirena, kyleena).
Dr Felix Grusche
MBBS, PhD, DRANZCOG, SCHP
Staff turnover at Beaumaris Family Practice is very low as we endeavour to provide a safe and enjoyable workplace for all. You will no doubt get to know many of our excellent reception staff Tamarra, Steph, Sue, Verity and Jane. Please treat them with respect at all times as they are the backbone of the practice performing a very difficult and often demanding job.
Reception
Michael graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2003 and has practiced at Beaumaris Family Practice since 2007. He has three children and enjoys all aspects of General Practice, with a special interest in skin cancer medicine and minor surgery including vasectomy
Dr Michael Beckett
MBBS, FRACGP, Dip Child Health, Dip Skin Cancer
Katie graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2007 and has worked at Beaumaris Family Practice since 2009. She has three young children and enjoys spending time at the beach and park. Her special interests include pregnancy care, women’s and children’s health and travel medicine. She has recently completed a diploma of child health.
Dr Katie Hoff
MBBS, FRACGP
Cara is an experienced GP with a special interest in women’s health across all ages. She graduated from UWA in 2002 and has been working at Beaumaris for almost 20 years. She has two daughters and enjoys walking and pilates.
Dr Cara Babich
MBBS FRACGP
Chris is a well-respected GP who really enjoys the longevity of the GP-patient relationship. He has extensive experience with complex medical care, palliative care and family medicine.
Dr Chris Jacklyn
MBBS FRACGP
Nurses
Graduated from the University College of Dublin in 2002. He is a Fellow of the RACGP. He has interests in Mens Health as well as all areas of General Practice and has Diplomas in Child Health, Obstetrics and Gynaecology and a Higher Diploma in Dermatology.
Dr Garrett Ryan
MB, BCh, BAO, FRACGP, DRCOG, Dip Child Health, H. Dip Dermatology
Tamla grew up in Zimbabwe and the Middle East before moving to Perth to complete high school. She graduated from UWA in 2010 and worked at JHC, PMH and SCGH before starting her training in General Practice. She enjoys caring for people of all ages and has special interests in children’s and women’s health including pregnancy and baby care. She is a mother of three young children who keep her busy!
Dr Tamla Wilke
MBBS, FRACGP, Dip Child Health, BSc
Belinda has enjoyed seeing several generations of families and friends at the practice for 15 years. She has broad interests including but not limited to seeing children, pregnancy care, diabetes and other ongoing medical conditions. She also has an interest in mental health care. She does minor procedures such as removal of skin lesions, wedge resections of toenails, some joint injections and insertion of Implanon.
Dr Belinda Russell-Smith
MBBS FRACGP
Gina is passionate about caring for our community. She particularly enjoys women’s health, care of the elderly and children and preventative care. She has two adult children and a retriever. She enjoys walking, friends, the beach and is somewhat obsessed by watching the netball
Dr Gina Kerrich
MBBS, FRACGP, Dip Child Health
James graduated from the University of Western Australia and has a wealth of experience in all facets of General Practice. He has a strong teaching commitment and a very busy home life with five children. He is an avid cyclist, hockey player and all-round sports tragic.
Dr James McNeilly
MBBS (UWA)
Administration