medical and allied health practitioners
The practitioners are dedicated to providing prompt and knowledgeable medical care with a focus on preventative medicine in a confidential, caring and comfortable environment. Here at the HealthHub at Taree and Harrington, you will discover that you have a partner who will assist you to accept more responsibility and be more active in the choices you make in your health and lifestyle decisions so that you may achieve optimal health and enjoy life to its full potential.
GP Registrars
Our practice participates in the Australian GP Registrar Training Program.
We host 6-12 month placements for fully qualified doctors undergoing specialist higher training in general practice.
Dr Simon Holliday
GP and Addiction Physician
Dr Simon Holliday has been a rural GP for over 30 years and since 2005, a specialist in Addiction Medicine. He has additional qualifications in Addiction Medicine, Anaesthetics, Obstetrics and Epidemiology and has published research on pain, palliative care and GP education. He is a Conjoint Lecturer in the Faculty of Health at the University of Newcastle and won the 2022 Primary Care Leadership and Innovation Award from Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network.
Dr Zia Hoque
GP
Dr Zia Hoque has been working in Australia since 2008. He has extensive experience in Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol problems, Pain management, Chronic disease management, Children and Women’s Health and Workers Compensation. He is very passional about patients with developmental delays and disabilities and has a good understanding of the complex NDIS system. He is also a registered GP provider of Focussed Psychological Strategies. He is empathetic by nature and believes in establishing a doctor-patient relationship based on mutual understanding, trust, loyalty and regard.
Dr Edah Obligado
GP
Dr Edah Obligado has been practicing as a GP in the Phillipines since 2008 with a special interest in family medicine, women’s health and chronic disease management. Her love of helping friends, family and the general public to get on top of their health and wellbeing is deeply enrooted in her natural gentle and caring nature. She is the mother of three beautiful children who keep her on her toes. She would be happy to attend to your medical needs.
Matthew Tyrpenou
GP
Matthew completed his GP Fellowship in 2020 and is a GP Registrar Supervisor. He has worked as a GP in Gosford, Newcastle and the Manning since 2018. He holds a Diploma of Child Health and an Advanced Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine and Professional Certificate of Skin Cancer Surgery. Outside of work Matthew enjoys running and spending time with his family and dogs.
Dr Asma Susanna
GP
Dr Asma Susanna completed her medical training in Bangladesh and has been working in Australia since 2013. She has worked extensively in tertiary care involving Women’s Health, Diabetes, Critical care and Family medicine. Dr Susanna has also worked in Acute Care/Emergency and Mental Health in various regions in Sydney and Tamworth. Dr Susanna plans to stay in this area in the long run and grow roots here. She is taking new patients and offers care in English and Bengali.
Dr Deo Villareal
GP
Dr Deo Villareal completed his medical studies in the Phillipines. He has a Diploma in Child Health and worked in general paediatrics in Manila and in Australia with extensive Paediatric Emergency training in KK Children’s and Women’s Hospital in Singapore, the largest referring Children’s Hospital in Southeast Asia. He has practiced in the Manning since 2020. His field of interests include General Paediatrics, Adolescent medicine and chronic diseases of the elderly. He is fluent in English and Filipino.
Dr Pallabita Dutta
GP
Dr Dutta has been practicing in Australia since 2019 after completing her General Practice training in India and the UK. Dr Dutta has extensive experience in Emergency medicine and a wide range of experience with chronic disease, Gynae, Mental Health, Aboriginal Health and Paediatrics. Dr Dutta loves spending time with her family and has been living in the area since 2021. Speaks very fluent English and is committed to bringing her experience as a General Practitioner to the Mid North Coast Community
Dr Mahsa Abasi Hormozi
GP
Dr Mahsa Abbasi Hormozi has been a general practitioner for over a decade, originally from Iran. She graduated in 2012 from Ahvaz Jundishapur University of Medical Science, one of the most prestigious universities in Iran, and practised in her hometown for 10 years, developing a deep passion for medicine.
Her approach to healthcare is centred on understanding the unique needs of her patients, supporting them in improving their health and overall quality of life. Dr Mahsa is recognised for her kindness and compassion, taking great joy in creating a safe and welcoming environment for all her patients. She believes babies are angels on Earth, and her love for them is reflected in her gentle and thoughtful care.
Now practising in Australia, Dr Mahsa is committed to sharing her extensive knowledge and experience with her new community, delivering personalised and comprehensive healthcare. She also speaks Persian, allowing her to connect with and support patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr Mohsen Hatami Pour Dehnow
GP
Dr Mohsen Hatami Pour Dehnow is a dedicated General Practitioner with an MBBS from Iran, graduating in 2003. With over 20 years of medical experience, he is passionate about public health, chronic disease management, skin and cosmetic care, and skin cancer diagnosis and management.
He has been practising in Australia for around two years and hopes to continue serving his community for many years at this clinic. Dr Hatami Pour is known for his compassionate approach to patients, treating each individual not just as a patient but as a fellow human being, reflecting his deep belief in empathy and connection. He often quotes the famous Persian poet Saadi: “Human beings are members of a whole, in creation of one essence and soul. If one member is afflicted with pain, other members uneasy will remain.”
Outside of medicine, Dr Hatami Pour enjoys fishing, social gatherings, dancing, and music, which bring balance and joy to his life.
Dr Mohammad Ramandi
GP
Dr Mohammad Ramandi is a dedicated General Practitioner with over 12 years of clinical experience. Originally from Iran, he completed his medical degree at a leading university in Tehran and went on to obtain his specialist qualification in Internal Medicine in 2018. He has recently brought his expertise to the Mid North Coast and is currently consulting at HealthHub Taree and Harrington.
Dr Ramandi is passionate about providing holistic, patient-centred care. He has a strong background in chronic disease management, mental health, and preventive healthcare, and takes particular pride in supporting patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds as they navigate the healthcare system.
Known for his calm and thoughtful approach, Dr Ramandi is committed to building long-term, trusted relationships with his patients. His clear and empathetic communication style—especially across cultural and language barriers—is one of his most valued strengths.
He is currently undertaking the RACGP-approved FSP as part of his continued professional development. Outside of work, he enjoys cycling, spending quality time with his family, and exploring Australian life and culture.
Dr Ramandi looks forward to contributing to the health and wellbeing of the Manning community.