Meet Our Doctors
Dr. Scott Kirton
General Practitioner, Male
Scott Kirton was raised in Dapto, NSW. He grew up almost within view (and definitely within smell) of Lake Illawarra, and spent an idyllic childhood sailing and cycling the countryside. He got badly sunburnt every summer on the beautiful beaches of Wollongong.
Scott moved north to Brisbane with his family in 1984 where he attended Aspley State High, and the University of Queensland where he met his wife Lisa. They have two children, Hamish and Matilda, and two puppies.
Scott joined GRMS in 1996 and gradually came to realise that Ipswich is far better than Brisbane, so he moved here.
Dr. Jason Dawson
General Practitioner, Male
Dr. Jason Dawson is a local resident with a young family and is an ex-RAAF doctor.
When not working, he coaches a local soccer team: enjoys four wheel driving and camping.
His interest areas of medicine include Ear, Nose & Throat, Musculoskeletal / Sports Medicine and Veterans’ Health.
Areas of interest:
- Ear, Nose and Throat Medicine
- Musculoskeletal medicine
- Sports medicine
- Veterans health
Dr. Evie Rank
General Practitioner, Female
Evelyn Rank prefers to be called Dr Evie, as she is called Evelyn only when she is in trouble.
She graduated from University of Queensland in 2011, and trained mainly in Ipswich Hospital and Gold Coast University Hospital.
She really enjoys people, loves food and is secretly a little bit of a geek. Her boys drag her out running, which she does reluctantly only so that she can have that little bit more chocolate after dinner.
Her favourite patients (if she is really honest) are those with multiple chronic medical conditions, the elderly and youth who don’t quite fit the box.
Evie spent 3 years at Ipswich Hospital back in 2012 and is thrilled to be back in the area.
Dr. Tu Huynh
General Practitioner, Male
My name is Tu (t-oo) Huynh (Hwən).
I was born in Vietnam, and came with my parents to Australia as refugees in 1979. I have lived in Brisbane most of my life. Went to Brisbane State High School and graduated from UQ in 1998 with my MBBS and spent 4 years at Ipswich General Hospital. I had experience in Emergency medicine, ICU, and Ophthalmology (eyes) apart from the normal rotations in hospital, before deciding on General Practice.
I have an interest in paediatrics (kids), eye problems, men’s health and skin checks, and perform minor procedures like removing skin cancers. I have started the Ipswich Travel Clinic to provide travel advice and health needs (vaccines, travel kits, yellow fever certificates) for those travelling overseas..
I have a lovely supportive wife and two kids who are growing up fast. I have been at Grange Road now for a few years and hope that we can continue to provide excellent service to the community with our collective knowledge and experience in our doctors.
Dr. Suresh Khirwadkar
General Practitioner, Male
Dr Suresh is a Specialist GP and Board Certified Lifestyle Physician (IBLM). He has graduated from University of Leicester in the UK 12 years ago and moved to Australia in early 2018.
He practices in a non-judgemental, holistic manner and his approach to medicine is primarily through Lifestyle interventions.
He also offers all aspects of General Practice, skin cancer detection and treatment, intensive lifestyle therapies, weight loss services and mental health and psychology sessions as well.
Please note Dr Suresh will be privately billing, therefore children’s and pensioners appointments will also incur a private full fee amount.
Areas of interest:
- General practice
- Skin cancer Checks
- Skin cancer management
- Skin cancer surgery
- Lifestyle Therapies
- Weight loss
- Psychology Sessions
- Mental health
Dr. Rebecca Muir
General Practitioner, Female
Dr Rebecca Muir Qualifications MBBS, RACGP
Dr Muir moved to Ipswich at age 4 and has lived here most of the time since. She works part time in general practice as the rest of her time is spent looking after her husband and 5 children or involved in her local church. She is currently learning to play the piano and one day she will be good at it! Rebecca finds all medicine is interesting! However women and childrens health are particular areas of interest. Some of Rebecca’s favourite things are the colour blue (Azure specifically) and sunflowers.
Areas of interest:
- Women’s health
- Children’s health
Dr. Meena Limbu-Gurung
General Practitioner, Female
Speaks English
I’m a UK trained GP with a special interest in women’s health, particularly menopause care, and in helping people manage chronic conditions in ways that fit naturally into their everyday lives. I believe in a holistic approach to medicine, seeing the whole person rather than just the condition and I’m committed to excellence and patient safety in every aspect of my practice.
Originally from Nepal, I grew up moving from country to country as part of a British Army family. After completing my medical degree in the UK, I discovered that what I loved most was building meaningful connections with my patients so becoming a GP felt like a natural fit. I’m now thrilled to be practicing in Australia and getting to know the local community.
Outside of work, I love travelling and exploring new foods. I do have a weakness for chocolate and cake, but I balance it out with a good run (you might spot me out there doing just that!). My greatest joy, though, comes from spending time with my energetic 5years old, who keeps me grounded and always laughing.
Areas of interest:
- Women’s health
- Chronic disease management
- Menopausal Care
Dr. Steven Swift
GP Registrar, Male, MBBS
A relative newcomer to Medicine, Dr. Steven originally hails from Rockhampton where he completed his schooling and a decade long career as a Mechanical Fitter and Turner in Queensland Rail before moving on to complete a Bachelors Degree with Distinction in Business (Accounting) prior to gaining his Chartered Accounting qualification. Having made the leap to Medicine, and as our newest GP Registrar, he is keenly interested in improving the management of chronic health conditions through sharing knowledge and empowering patients to better understand and manage their own health. Outside of the profession, Dr. Steven enjoys time with his dogs and growing fruit and vegetables in his backyard garden.
Areas of interest:
- Chronic disease management
Dr. Amanda Illingworth
General Practitioner, Female
I have been in Australia for over 30 years and a Grange Road doctor since 1991 (does that make me a local yet?).
I was born in South Africa and grew up in Zimbabwe (Rhodesia), which was exciting and adventurous.
My husband and I emigrated to Australia looking for a better future for our family – and found it in Ipswich.
General Practice has been the most rewarding and exciting career for me. I am passionate about maintaining excellence in primary health care and so I am involved in local medical politics and medical education to do my ‘bit’ to continually improve local health care.
I have 2 awesome grown-up off-spring who are true Aussies.
I love to de-stress with making artworks and playing classical guitar.
Dr Georgia Rappel
GP Registrar, Female
Speaks English
“I completed my Doctor of Medicine at Griffith University, graduating in 2019.
Since then I have completed rotations as a junior doctor in several hospitals around Brisbane including QEII, Mater Mothers and Logan Hospital.
I have additional experience in Paediatric Emergency, and have spent time in Neonatology and Womens Health.
My areas of interest are womens and children’s health. I am hoping to undertake additional training in skin health & dermatology once I have finished my General Practice training.
In my spare time I enjoy gardening , cooking , and spending time with my family . I have three children that keep me very busy.
I love the continuity of relationships in General Practice, and the ability to care for whole families. It is a rewarding and humbling area of medicine !
Areas of Interest
- Women’s health
- Children’s health
- Paediatrics