Doctors
Dr Ann-Marie-Baker
Dr Ann-Marie Baker enjoys antenatal care, women’s health, paediatrics, mental health and ongoing care of chronic diseases.
Dr Ann-Marie studied medicine at the University of Western Australia (UWA). She completed her internship on the Sunshine Coast then moved back to WA and worked at various hospitals in adult care, Obstetrics/Gynaecology and Paediatrics. She has worked as a GP in Caloundra, QLD and Aboriginal Health in WA.
Dr Ann-Marie has studied her diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, as well as Paediatrics through the Child Health Program. Outside of medicine, she enjoys going for walks with her young children, playing tennis, travelling and dining out.
Dr Ann-Marie Baker returned to live in the Hinterland in late 2019. Appointments available Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and new patients are welcome.
Areas of Interest:
- General medicine
- Obstetrics
- Gynaecology
- Paediatrics
- Womens' Health
- Mental health
- Chronic disease management
Languages Spoken:
- English
Dr Jocelyn Eggins
Dr Eggins has lived and worked in the Maleny hinterland since moving here in 2002 with her husband and three children.
She studied medicine at the University of Queensland and graduated in 1994. She began her career at the Mater Hospital in Brisbane before moving into general practice, initially in Brisbane.
Dr Eggins has a special interest in skin cancer medicine and has obtained a Certificate in Skin Cancer Management through the Australasian College of Skin Cancer Medicine, as well as additional studies in advanced dermoscopy.
Dr Eggins feels extremely privileged that general practice allows her to care for families in her community throughout the years in a “from the cradle to the grave” scenario.
Outside of medicine, Dr Eggins enjoys snowboarding with her sons, dance and patchwork with her daughter and 4-Wheel driving or travel adventures with her husband.
For true relaxation, Dr Eggins feels there is nothing better than reading a good book whilst lying in a hammock at the beach.
Areas of Interest:
- Family medicine
- Pregnancy care
- Minor surgical procedures
- Skin checks
- Adolescent health
- Womens' health
- Mens' health
Dr Stephen Booker
Dr Booker had a practice for 25 years on the north side of Brisbane. On semi-retiring, he moved to Montville and has recently moved to Fig Tree Maleny.
Dr Booker also works in remote communities and hospitals all around Australia. While the country work is rewarding professionally, he lives in Montville and will be continuing practice in the hinterlands for the foreseeable future.
Dr Booker has had a special interest in many areas of medicine over the years including mental health, acupuncture, chronic headaches, women’s and children’s health and preventative medicine. He now considers himself a generalist striving to improve the health of people he consults.
Areas of Interest:
- Preventative medicine
- Womens' health
- Children's health
- Accupuncture
- Mental health
Languages Spoken:
- English
Dr Charlotte Van Eck
Dr Van Eck graduated from her medical studies at the University Centre of Limburg, Belgium, in 2005.
She has worked in a number of different countries, including several locations in Africa and the Netherlands.
Since emigrating to Australia in 2012, she has worked in general practice, as well as some supervisory work with medical students and registrars.
In 2013, Dr Van Eck completed her fellowship with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine.
In her spare time, she enjoys motherhood, tennis and walking/hiking.
Areas of Interest:
- Elderly care
- Chronic disease management
- Ante natal / post care
- Paediatric Care
- Integrative health
- Family medicine
Languages Spoken:
- English
Dr Sam Manger
Dr Sam Manger has lived and worked in Maleny since 2015 with his wife Dr Anita Manger, also a GP. Since then the two Dr’s Manger have had three children, live on a small acreage and have created strong connections in the Hinterland community.
Dr Manger studied medicine at the University of Queensland, and has won multiple awards including 2021 RACGP QLD GP of the Year and the highest score in the RACGP Fellowship examinations. He has multiple professional roles as a Senior Lecturer and researcher at James Cook University, Advisor to the RACGP Shaping a Healthy Australia project, Ambassador for Equally Well Australia, President of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine (ASLM) and host of The GP Show podcast thegpshow.com
His special interests include whole of person and community wellbeing, lifestyle medicine, health coaching, mental health, diabetes and heart disease, new models of care including shared medical appointments and community classes, research and teaching.
Outside of medicine, he loves living with the land and practicing permaculture, meditation, wim hof breath techniques, functional movement and of course spending time with his family.
Dr Anita Manger
Anita obtained her MD from Flinders University in Adelaide, graduating in 2014 before settling with her husband in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. She started her professional life practicing as a pharmacist before commencing her medical studies which provided a sound knowledge base to move into General Practice. She has obtained her fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Anita enjoys all aspects of General Practice and chose this field due to the rewards of building relationships with her patients and providing thorough care across the lifespan.
She has a special interest in women’s health, menopause management and paediatrics and has completed a Diploma in Child Health through the University of Sydney in 2017.
Other areas of special interest include the care of mothers and babies and Anita has undergone accreditation in the area of Neuroprotective Developmental Care also known as ‘the Possums program’- an integrated approach assisting families with issues around breastfeeding, sleep, unsettled infant behaviour and parental mental health challenges.
Anita is a member of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine- an exciting field applying evidence based lifestyle interventions in areas such as nutrition, physical activity and stress reduction to treat disease and promote good health. She has also undergone additional education in Advanced Mental Health Skills Training/Focussed Psychological Strategies and enjoys utilising these in her practice.
Outside of work she is kept busy looking after her three young children and small acreage property. She enjoys good coffee, a good book and keeping active.
Professor David Wilkinson
Skin Cancer Doctor, Male, FRACGP, MBChB, PhD
Professor David Wilkinson is a Specialist General Practitioner with a special interest in Skin Cancer Medicine. He is widely recognised as a leader in the field, with two decades experience in skin cancer diagnosis and treatment (including surgery). He has trained more than 7000 GPs how to do skin cancer, through more than 100 workshops over 16 years, and has published original research and written 2 textbooks.
He is a leading advocate for new medical technologies such as total body photography and ensures his clinical practice is informed by the latest research.
David was Dean of Medicine at The University of Queensland for eight years, and Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Macquarie University for eight years before moving to a large property in Curramore. He is committed to providing truly world-class skin cancer services to the community of Maleny, the Blackall Range and beyond.
David’s medical degree was earned at the University of Manchester, UK, and he holds a master's degree in epidemiology from Columbia University, and a PhD from the University of South Australia.
Professor Wilkinson only sees clients for skin checks, skin cancer treatments and patients at risk of skin cancer. Aesthetics treatments are no longer offered.
Due to very high demand there is a significant delay to see Professor Wilkinson. However, if you have an urgent issue, or a spot or lesion that requires prompt review, please phone the clinic and advise Reception. We will make a 5-minute appointment to allow David to assess the situation promptly.
Areas of Interest:
- Skin Cancer
Languages Spoken:
- English
Dr Antony Johnston
Antony grew up in Maleny and, ever since departing for medical school, has wanted to return to be a local doctor in the community.
He studied Biotechnology Innovation at QUT and then went on to medicine at the University of Sydney, graduating in 2017 with an MD. As a student, he completed his research project in motor Neuron disease and spent time in a UK neurology department and in far West Queensland with the RFDS.
Antony has always known he wanted to specialise in General Practice as he enjoys person-centred care throughout all stages of life and treating a variety of conditions. Special interests include neurology, dermatology, and endocrinology.
In his free time, Antony enjoys walking, playing guitar, board games, and collecting LEGO.
Areas of Interest:
- Neurology
- Dermatology
- Endocrinology
Languages Spoken:
- English
Senior & Nursing Staff
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Each doctor and staff member are carefully selected to ensure they they render quality clinical services, truly care for our patients and are keen team players. This ensures we are giving the optimal patient experience and absolute best clinical outcomes.
With a variety of personalities and skill sets, we are certain each patient will find their comfort zone with us.
Kerry - Practice Nurse
Kerry is a passionate nurse who takes great pride in providing excellent patient services across all facets of general practice nursing within a community setting.
Janet - Registered Nurse
Janet is passionate nurse who likes to interact with people
Debra - Practice Nurse
Debra is a loving caring nurse with many years of experience.
Reception & Admin Staff
Katie
Receptionist
Esmarie
Receptionist
