Practice Staff

Meet Your Healthcare Professionals

Welcome to our practice staff page of Goonellabah Medical Centre. We are proud to introduce the healthcare professionals who are committed to providing you with the highest standard of care. Each one of the professionals plays a vital role in delivering comprehensive and personalised healthcare services. Get to know the compassionate individuals who are here to support your wellbeing and guide you on your way to optimal health.

Dr Ruth Tinker

Ruth Tinker has a particular interest in women’s health and antenatal care. She assists in theatre weekly, and is also active in the Richmond Valley Clinical Society. Ruth Tinker a Principal GP is one of the two executives of Goonellabah Medical Centre.

Dr David Glendinning

David Glendinning is a General Practitioner at Goonellabah Medical Centre. He studied Medicine at the University of Wollongong, and moved to the Northern Rivers for a student placement. He and his family decided to stay in the area, with David working at Lismore Base Hospital before starting his GP training. He has a Diploma in Child Health, a Certificate in Emergency Medicine and works regularly in the local emergency departments.

Prior to studying medicine he worked as an engineer and project manager. He provides support to the Local Health District for eHealth initiatives, and teaches and supervises medical students. His interests include:skin medicine/skin checks; chronic disease management; men’s and women’s health; child and adolescent health and pre-employment medicals. David Glendinning works on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. David Glendinning is a Principal GP one of the two executives of Goonellabah Medical Centre.

Dr Elizabeth McGregor

Elizabeth McGregor works as a General Practitioner at Goonellabah Medical Centre. A foundation of Elizabeth’s work is the joy of truly meeting people. Elizabeth has a gentle, caring approach in her practice of Evidence- Based Medicine and this has led many clients to choose to see her for their women’s health, children’s health and heart and lung conditions. She sees people with sleep problems, anxiety and depression. Elizabeth also has experience working at a Skin Cancer Clinic and in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and to this brings first-hand experience as a mother.

Dr Charles Hew

Charles Hew works as a General Practitioner at Goonellabah Medical Centre. Charles has special interests in musculoskeletal medicine, acupuncture and skin disorders. He uses Visiomed MicroDerm D120 equipment and software. Dr Hew has Masters of Medicine [UNI QLD] in the field of skin cancer and is an accredited doctor with the Skin Cancer College, Australasia. Please be aware that Charles Hew runs strictly to time – please be punctual to avoid a late or cancellation fee.

Dr Timon Jansen

Timon Jansen has returned to work as a general practitioner at GMC after taking leave. His appointment book is open for appointments and his hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 3pm.

Dr Ellie Kennedy

Ellie Kennedy is a general practitioner at Goonellabah Medical Centre. Ellie Kennedy is currently available for consultations on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Ellie Kennedy has interests in women’s health, mental health and worker’s compensation. Please be aware that non-attendance willl incur a cancellation fee.

Dr Misha Hutton-Potts

Misha is a general practitioner at Goonellabah Medical Centre.

She has a special interest in women’s health and paediatrics.

Dr Misha Hutton-Potts is currently on extended leave.

Dr Joseph Van Den Berg

Joseph Van Den Berg is a general practice registrar at Goonellabah Medical Centre. Joseph is available for consultations on, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Joseph grew up in this area and has now returned to the Northern Rivers region.

Dr Christopher Shelfoon

Christopher Shelfoon is a general practice registrar at Goonellabah Medical Centre. He is interested in all areas of general practice, particularly chronic diseases, mens and women’s health, and musculoskeletal injuries.

Anna Kynaston

Anna Kynaston is a medical student from the University of Wollongong who is on rotation in General Practice.

Emily Fisher

Emily Fisher is a medical student from the University of Wollongong who is on rotation in General Practice.

Donna Gibson

Donna Gibson is a credentialed Diabetes Educator. She has worked in General Practice for the past 17 years developing Chronic Disease Management Programs and supporting patient-centred education.

Megan Landers

Megan Landers is an AHPRA registered psychologist and an Adjunct Associate Professor with the School of Applied Psychology, Griffith University, QLD. Megan holds an Honours Degree and PhD in Psychology, is a Member of the Australian Psychological Society, and is an approved provider under Medicare, DVA, NDIS, and other insurance schemes such as NRMA, EML etc.

Megan works with adolescents and adults to help manage a range of psychological issues, including depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict and/or distress, work-related challenges, grief and loss, adjustment to chronic illness, life and career role transitions, and behaviour change (promoting healthy behaviour in relation to smoking, alcohol consumption, physical activity and nutrition).

Megan has held teaching and research positions at leading national universities over the past 16 years. In her academic role she is responsible for the professional and research training of undergraduate and postgraduate psychology students. Megan’s therapeutic approach is solution-focused and draws on a number of evidence-based techniques, including: acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), and exposure-based therapy.

Toby Wilson

Toby Wilson is a Psychologist with many years of experience helping individuals experiencing workplace conflict, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, inter-personal relationship conflict, grief and loss, chronic illness and physical injuries.He holds a Bachelor of Psychology with Honours and is a AHPRA Registered Psychologist and member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Incorporated (AAPI). He is also a Nationally Accredited Mediator.

He is accredited to provide psychological services under: WorkCover, NDIS, Commcare, DVA and Medicare schemes. He is a supportive therapist who utilises the following counselling techniques: cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), mindfulness, exposure based therapy, motivational interviewing, goal setting utilising SMART goal principles, grief and loss and assertiveness training.

In addition, he provides NDIS psycho-social behavioural needsassessments for Supported Independent Living (SIL) and is accredited to provide mediation services in regard to workplace disputes under WorkCover.

He has also provided organisational psychology assessments and reports for large corporations. He has provided psychometric assessment services and is experienced in the utilisation of psychometric tools. He has developed and presented group based psycho-education and mood management strategies in both corporate and disability settings.

He was a board member and then chairman of One Vision Productions from 2015-2020. One Vision Productions is a not-for-profit organisation giving voice to the disadvantaged youth of Australia through introducing arts based multi-literacy programs to isolated and marginalised communities.

Helen Hanslow

Helen Hanslow is a clinical hypnotherapist and neurolinguistic programming practitioner. Helen works with children, teenagers and adults. She has 20 years experience in both Government and community sectors. Helen works at Goonellabah Medical Centre on Saturdays.

GMC Nurses

Caitlin McCarter – Registered Nurse | Care Plan and Health Assessments | Women’s Health Nurse

Jan McDonald – Registered Nurse

Judy Clark – Registered Nurse

Rachael Michell – Registered Nurse

Healthcare Professionals