MBBS Hons, BmedSc Hons, DipAnat, FRACGP
Aaron Impey is a dedicated GP with broad interests across the breadth of general practice.
Aaron completed his Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery with Honours from Monash University in 2016, and further extended his skills and knowledge by completing a Bachelor of Medical Science and a Graduate Diploma of Surgical Anatomy. Having undertaken extensive training in a range of disciplines across multiple hospitals and medical centres, Aaron brings dynamic skills and knowledge to his work in general practice.
An enthusiastic tennis player, SCUBA diver, and hiker, Aaron’s passion for health and fitness doesn’t stop with medicine, and he can generally be found exploring the outdoors in his spare time.
Areas of Interest
- Emergency Medicine
- Men’s health
- Children’s Health
- Travel Medicine
- Chronic disease management, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and asthma
GP Registrar
BNutDietet, MD
A passionate junior doctor and GP registrar, Amy Fitzgerald’s approach to patient care is underpinned by active listening and a genuine desire to share in patients’ experiences.
Following initial studies in dietetics, Amy obtained her Doctor of Medicine from Melbourne University in 2017. She subsequently honed her skills in a range of specialties through dynamic roles at Alfred Health and Monash Health, before going on to obtain the Certificate of Women’s Health. She completed the first year of her GP training on the Mornington Peninsula.
When not working, Amy enjoys hiking, reading, and traversing the great outdoors with her family and two golden retrievers. An enthusiastic traveller, she never wastes an opportunity to explore different cultures or to sample local cuisines.
Areas of Interest
- Preventative healthcare
- Women’s health
- Sexual health
Chronic Disease Care Coordinator
BHlthSc-Nursing, GDipHumNutr
Libby Williams is a dedicated nurse with a passion for supporting patients with chronic conditions.
Libby completed her Bachelor of Health Science–Nursing from Victoria University in 2000, followed by a Graduate Diploma in Human Nutrition in 2017. A certified Health and Wellness Coach with dynamic experience, she supplements her role in Eastbound’s Care Coordination Clinic by supporting patients as both a telephone health coach and facilitator of Diabetes Victoria’s LIFE! Program.
In her spare time, Libby enjoys hiking, cycling, swimming, camping, and getting creative in the kitchen. Her passion for fitness and the great outdoors has firmly rubbed off on her three teenage daughters, who excel at rowing, cycling, and diving.
Libby grew up in Australia, spent her teenage years in Hong Kong, and worked in the UK for four years with her partner before returning down under.
Nurse Manager
BA (Political Science), Grad Dip (Politics), MNSc (RN1)
Bisa Romic is an experienced nurse with a keen interest in health promotion. Adopting a holistic approach to care, she is passionate about creating strong nurse-patient relationships that nurture and support long-term emotional, physical, and mental health.
Bisa’s passion for healthcare encouraged her to complete a Master of Nursing Science from the University of Melbourne. She honed her skills in emergency and surgical nursing, before moving into general practice in 2018. An endorsed nurse immuniser with a deep interest in wound care, Bisa brings experience, passion, knowledge, and sensitivity to her current role as nurse manager.
Bisa lives locally with her partner, two children, and four pets. She spends her spare time travelling and reading theological history.
Before realising her passion for healthcare, Bisa studied political science. We’re convinced that politics’ loss is healthcare’s gain!
Second in Charge (2IC)
Bianca Martell is a superstar member of Eastbound’s management team. Equipped with dynamic leadership skills, she ensures that the clinic runs smoothly on even the busiest days.
Initially working in sales and customer service, Bianca joined Eastbound Medical Clinic in 2020 as a receptionist. Her aptitude for leadership quickly secured her promotion first to Senior Receptionist and next to Acting Practice Manager in a maternity cover position. Bianca’s success as Acting Practice Manager was acknowledged with her promotion to Second in Charge (2IC) in 2023.
Outside of work, Bianca is a super mum to her four-year-old son, Mursal. In her spare time, she indulges her passion for all things health and wellness through cooking, gym, yoga, Pilates, and meditation.
Adding to her already bustling schedule, Bianca is currently studying a Diploma of Counselling at the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors.
Accredited Practising Dietician
BFood&NutrSc, MDiet, APD
Jemma is an Accredited Practising Dietitian & Accredited Nutritionist (APD) whose individualised, client-centred approach focuses on helping people improve their nutritional health through realistic, achievable, sustainable, and evidence-based lifestyle changes.
Jemma graduated from Deakin University, completing a Master of Dietetics and Bachelor of Food and Nutrition Sciences. She focuses on both disease prevention and management, working closely with clients to build a positive and healthy relationship with food. Passionate about all facets of gut health, Jemma has a particular interest both in removing stressors and fear around food, and in nutrition management for Oncology, including prevention, treatment and survivorship.
Jemma consults at Eastbound on Thursdays from 8:30am to 1:30pm.
MBBS (Hons), BMedSci (Hons), FRACGP
Dr Genevieve Shandler is a warm and caring GP who loves getting to know her patients. She graduated with her medical degree from Monash University in 2015 and completed a Bachelor of Medical Science in 2016. While working as a Junior Doctor in hospitals across Victoria, Genevieve gained experience in a variety of specialties including emergency medicine, women’s health, paediatrics, geriatrics, and psychiatry. Outside of work, she enjoys crafting, gardening, and spending time with her friends and family. She also makes valiant attempts to improve her strength and flexibility through Pilates.
Areas of Interest
- Preventative care
- Paediatrics
- Women’s health
- Implanon insertion and removal
Dr Shandler consults on Monday afternoons/evenings and all day Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday.
Credentialled Diabetes Educator
BN, DiabEd
Trish has over 20 years’ experience in acute care nursing working at major teaching hospitals in Australia and St Thomas in the UK across many disciplines. She has a strong clinical background, particularly in cardiology, cardiothoracic, and plastics.
She is a passionate, highly qualified Diabetes Nurse Educator with broad experience and knowledge obtained while working at both the Alfred and Royal Melbourne Hospital, Diabetes Education Services.
She delivers comprehensive Diabetes care and education for people with Type 1, Type 2, Steroid Induced, and Type 3 Diabetes, Pre-Pregnancy planning and Pump therapy, Continuous Glucose monitoring, Bolus Calculator and insulin titration.
Trish enjoys supporting and encouraging people to meet their health goals to achieve self-management of their diabetes and improvement quality of life.
Trish consults at Eastbound all day on Fridays.
MBBS, FRACGP, FASLM
Saveena graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2008 and has had extensive experience as a country GP in South Australia and Victoria. She is also a Board-Certified Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner, a part time Medical Educator with EV GP training, and a RACGP Examiner. In 2020, during the pandemic, life as she knew it changed when Saveena became a mother. She still tries to find time to do things she loves – hiking, dining out, and travelling with the support of her husband. She speaks English, Malay and Tamil.
Areas of Interest
- Lifestyle Medicine
- Chronic disease management
- Womens health
- Iron Infusions
- Implanon insertion and removal
- IUD
- Surgical procedures
- Preventative health
- Child & Adolescent Health
Languages Spoken
Dr Nithiananthan consults all day Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
FRACGP, MBBS, BSci. (Hons)
Dr Aaron Rhodes graduated from the University of Notre Dame Sydney in 2016 with a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery. As a junior doctor, he completed several terms in paediatrics, emergency medicine, cardiology, nephrology, and endocrinology through the Monash Health network. More recently, he has completed training through the Skin Cancer College of Australasia. In his free time, Aaron can be found at the beach or on day hikes throughout regional Victoria. He shares his time with his partner and beloved British Bulldog, Philomena.
Areas of Interest:
- Preventative and secondary healthcare needs
- Sexual health
- Chronic disease management
- Kidney and heart health medicine
- Paediatrics
- Skin checks and minor skin cancer surgery
Aaron consults full-time at Eastbound, except for Thursdays, with late sessions available on Wednesday evenings and regular Saturday sessions.
