Madsen Rd Practice

MBBS FRACGP
Accredited Skin Cancer Doctor ( SCCA )
Advanced Certificate of Dermoscopy (SCCA)
Advanced Certificate Skin Cancer Medicine and Surgery (SCCA)

Dr Aung Ko Ko is a specialist general practitioner and has a fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. Dr Aung Ko Ko is also an accredited skin cancer doctor at the Skin Cancer College in Australasia. This means that he has successfully completed a high level of training with the College and has proven skills in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of skin cancer. His name can be found on Locate-a-Doctor on the Skin Cancer College of Australasia website. He is passionate about skin cancer and has up-to-date knowledge about all the surgical and non-surgical treatments of skin cancer. He pays detailed attention to all the skin checks as well as his surgical procedures including skin flaps and skin grafts to get the best outcome. Dr Aung Ko Ko is only taking new patients for skin checks, and he does skin checks and procedures on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and sees his long-term GP patients on Wednesday. Outside of work, Dr Aung enjoys watching soccer, listening to music, and spending time with his family and friends. If you would like to book an appointment with Dr Aung Ko Ko please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.

MBBS FRACGP
Certificate of Dermoscopy and Skin Cancer Medicine (SCCA)

Dr Zin is a specialist GP fellow and has attained fellowship from RACGP (Royal Australian College of General practitioner) after training with James Cook University. Prior to it, Dr Zin had years of hospital experience, well-trained in wide bay and central Queensland’s hospitals as well as overseas experience in Myanmar and Jamaica. Dr Zin has special interest in skin cancer and is sub-specializing in skin cancer medicine with SCCA (skin cancer college Australia) as well. Dr Zin does skin cancer checks and skin cancer surgeries including flaps and grafts mostly on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday but can accommodate as per patients’ needs. As a specialist GP/family physician, Dr Zin is also very enthusiastic in general practice areas such as chronic diseases management, chronic pain, preventive medicine, paediatric, mental health and so forth. Dr Zin is a compassionate, caring doctor and puts his heart and soul into treating patients to deliver best possible care. In his spare time, he enjoys training in the gym, playing sports activities, and watching Netflix. Dr Zin enjoys spending time with family and has a toddler daughter who always keeps him on his toes. If you would like to book an appointment with Dr Zin Naing please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.

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Dr. Kyu is a dedicated, experienced doctor currently practicing at Family First, offering a mix-billing structure. Originally from Myanmar, Dr. Kyu brings diverse international experience, having previously worked in Jamaica before relocating to Australia four years ago. Over this time, she has gained extensive experience across multiple departments at Rockhampton, Gladstone, and Hervey Bay Hospitals.
With a strong passion for child health, chronic illness management, and emergency medicine, Dr. Kyu is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care. She offers bulk billing for patients under 18, pension card holders, health care card holders, and DVA clients. For patients without these concessions, private fees will apply.
Outside of work, Dr. Kyu enjoys spending quiet time gardening, reading, and cherishing moments with her family. If you would like to book an appointment with Dr Kyu please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.

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We are excited to welcome Dr. Linn Aung to Family First Medical Centre as a Bulk billing GP. Dr Aung will be joining our team at the end of January 2025. With over 15 years of experience in both Emergency and Medicine departments, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our practice. Dr Aung has worked extensively in Jamaica and Australia, where he honed his skills in managing complex medical conditions, particularly in elderly patients. His commitment to high-quality, compassionate care aligns perfectly with our values.

In addition to his broad medical experience, Dr. Aung has a special interest in dermatological procedures, including skin excisions, biopsies, and minor surgeries. He is continually expanding his expertise in this field to provide the best care for his patients. If you would like to book an appointment with Dr Aung, please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.

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We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Moe Pan Thu joined our team in February 2025 as a Specialist General Practitioner! Dr. Moe has recently completed her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) after training with James Cook University. With a wealth of experience in general practice and emergency medicine in Myanmar and Jamaica, as well as time spent working at Mount Isa and Hervey Bay hospitals, Dr. Moe brings a diverse and impressive background to our team. Dr. Moe’s special interests include women’s health, children’s health, emergency medicine, chronic disease management, and skin cancer medicine. She enjoys all aspects of general practice and is dedicated to providing excellent care to her patients. When she’s not working, Dr. Moe loves spending time with her family and friends, travelling, and watching movies. If you would like to book an appointment with Dr Moe, please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.

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Dr. Hnin Lwin is a highly skilled specialist family physician who has earned fellowship from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP). With over 10 years of experience in medical fields in both hospital and primary care settings, Dr. Hnin is recognized for her thorough and compassionate approach to patient care. Dr. Hnin has a special interest in chronic disease management, as well as women’s and children’s health, offering thorough care tailored to individual’s health needs. Outside of professional life, Dr. Hnin values spending time with family and friends, enjoys traveling, swimming, and is dedicated to raising a young family. If you would like to book an appointment with Dr. Hnin, please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Specialist

NP Jennifer Ford obtained her Master’s in Nurse Practitioner Studies from the University of Queensland (UQ) in 2013, with a specialist qualification in Psychiatry. She is a member of the Australian College of Nurse Practitioners (ANCP) and has an affiliation with the Australian Centre for Grief and Bereavement (ACGB). Her other qualifications include a Master’s in Mental Health (USQ), postgraduate certificate in Health Services Management (QUT), Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables (AACDS) and recognition on the National Panel of Assessors (NPA) by the Department of Social Services (DSS).

NP Jennifer Ford’s 30 years of professional service include working in the public and private sectors providing care to both youth and adult clients. Establishing had her own private practice in Hervey Bay in 2014

NP Jennifer Ford can provide –

• Full Adult & Youth Mental Health Assessment

• Diagnostic Clarification & Medication Review

• Individual Recovery Treatment Planning and Management (Psychological and pharmacological)

• Functional capacity assessment

• Diagnostic reporting and applications for DSP & NDIS

• Return to Work Plan (work cover)

Specialising in –

• Psychotherapy

• Motivational interviewing

• Evidenced-based Trauma Therapy

• Eye-movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Schema Therapy

• Loss & Grief Counselling

• Alcohol, Drugs and other addictive behaviours

• Domestic violence

• Family mediation

• Palliative and Chronic Disease Counselling

Do you need assistance with?

• Managing feelings of anxiety and depression

• Improve relationships

• Managing stress

• Coping with grief, loss and other challenges

• Set career goals or change career

• Build confidence and self-esteem

• Manager anger issues

• Manage drug or alcohol issues

• Adjust to injury or illness

• Problem-solve situations more effectively

• Cope with chronic pain

NP Jennifer Ford accepts direct referrals from General Practitioners and other specialists accepting private patients, defence force veterans (DVA), Workcover and The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

NP Jennifer Ford is founder of her afterhours clinic Juvenescence Aesthetics specialising in non-surgical age-appropriate Aesthetic procedures. She enjoys her busy home life, staying active with her children and grandchildren. Home cooking is her therapy!

She participates in local charity – Rally for a Cause and their annual 4-day Dunga Derby Rally event raising much-needed funds for local Fraser Coast families with life-changing illnesses or circumstances.