Staff
Dr Byrnes – Principal
MBBS (Hons,) FRACGP
Over 40 years GP experience in all areas of general practice. Special interests include skin cancer minor surgery ( for which he has obtained the UQ certificate in advanced skin cancer diagnosis and surgery), aviation medicals, paediatrics and management of chronic diseases, designer of PAT chronic disease software.
Dr Chris Cullinan
B.Biomed Sci, MBBS, FRACGP
Chris has worked at the practice as a registrar since 2011. He gained his GP fellowship in 2012 and continues to work in the practice. Chris has special interests in children's health, antenatal care, chronic disease management and skin cancer checks.
Dr David Shilton
MBBS, B.Sc, BA, Dip Derm
Graduated from the University of Queensland in 2009, gained Fellowship in 2016. He has previously worked as a hospital doctor in Redcliffe, Mt Isa and Logan. David enjoys the variety that General Practice offers. He has special interests in fishing, camping and his three small children.
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Dr Chris Longhurst
GP Registrar
After growing up in Bundaberg, Chris moved to Brisbane to complete his medical studies. After completion, Chris has spent the last four years working at the Bundaberg Base Hospital. Chris is now starting his training as a GP registrar at the practice.
Catherine Woods - Practice Manager
Catherine has been with the surgery since 1991. She is in charge of the managerial and financial aspects of the surgery, and works in co-ordination with Lyn and the practice principals in managing the practice.
Lyn Ward: Co-Practice Manager
Lyn has worked in medical reception for over 20 years. She trained in the UK. Lyn is proactive in recalling patients for follow up care as part of our preventive health care program. Lyn is in charge of HR and assists in many other aspects of management within the practice.
Narelle - Receptionist
Narelle has over 22 years of pharmacy experience in both Bundaberg and Brisbane. Her passion in the medial field continues as she joins the admin ladies at reception.
Dianne - Receptionist
Dianne is a long time Bundaberg girl who has spent the past 13 years as an ophthalmic assistant. She is looking forward to continuing her interest in the medical field with the admin team at Alexandra Park Medical Centre.
Casey - Receptionist
Casey has completed her certificate III in Business and is currently studying a Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting. She is very much enjoying her new career in General Practice.
Abbie - Nurse
Abbie joined the practice in 2022 after graduating from CQ University. She has experience in aged care and in ICU nursing. Abbie grew up in Bundaberg and can’t wait to give back to the community through quality nursing care.