Dr Aung Ko ko
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.
Dr Zin Win Naing
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.
Dr Kyu Mar Htun
MBBS
Meet Dr Kyu, who has been a valued member of the Family First team since the beginning of 2023 and proudly offers completely bulk billed consultations. Dr Kyu has recently returned from maternity leave following the birth of her second child and is excited to once again provide care to her patients and the local community. With a strong passion for child health, chronic disease management, and emergency medicine, Dr Kyu is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centred care to individuals and families within our community.
Originally from Myanmar, Dr Kyu brings a wealth of international medical experience, having previously practiced in Jamaica before relocating to Australia four years ago. Since then, she has gained extensive clinical experience working across multiple departments within Rockhampton, Gladstone, and Hervey Bay Hospitals, further strengthening her broad medical knowledge and skills.
Known for her caring and compassionate approach, Dr Kyu is committed to building strong relationships with her patients and supporting them through every stage of their healthcare journey.
Outside of work, Dr Kyu enjoys gardening, reading, and spending quality time 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.
Dr Linn Aung
MBBS, FRACGP, Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine (SCCA)
Meet Dr Linn Aung, who joined our team at the beginning of 2025 and is proudly offering completely bulk billed consultations. With over 15 years of experience across Emergency and General Medicine departments, Dr Linn brings extensive knowledge, skill, and compassionate care to our practice.
Dr Linn is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and has a strong interest in dermatological procedures, including skin excisions, biopsies, and minor surgical procedures. He currently provides dedicated Skin Cancer Consultations on Mondays and Wednesdays and continues to further expand his expertise in skin cancer medicine to ensure the highest standard of patient care.
Having worked extensively in both Jamaica and Australia, Dr Linn has developed broad experience managing a wide range of complex medical conditions, with a particular focus on elderly patient care. His warm, patient-centred approach and commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare align perfectly with the values of our practice.
If you would like to book an appointment with Dr Aung, please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.
Dr Moe Pan Thu
FRACGP
Meet Dr Moe Pan Thu, who joined our team in February 2025 as a Specialist General Practitioner. Dr Moe completed her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) following her training through James Cook University. She is passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and enjoys all aspects of general practice.
Dr Moe’s special interests include women’s health, children’s health, emergency medicine, chronic disease management, and skin cancer medicine. Her warm and compassionate approach allows her to build strong relationships with patients while supporting them through all stages of their healthcare journey.
With extensive experience in both general practice and emergency medicine across Myanmar and Jamaica, as well as clinical experience working at Mount Isa and Hervey Bay Hospitals, Dr Moe brings a diverse and valuable skillset to our team. Her broad medical background and dedication to ongoing learning ensure her patients receive comprehensive and evidence-based care.
Outside of work, Dr Moe enjoys spending time with 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.
Dr Hnin (nin) Lwin
FRACGP
Meet Dr Hnin Lwin, who joined our team in early 2025 as a Specialist Family Physician. Dr Hnin has earned her Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) and is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate, and patient-centred care to individuals and families within our community.
Dr Hnin has a special interest in chronic disease management, women’s health, and children’s health, offering comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s individual healthcare needs. With over 10 years of experience across both hospital and primary care settings, she is recognised for her thorough, caring, and attentive approach to patient care.
Her broad medical experience, combined with her warm and compassionate nature, allows Dr Hnin to support patients through all stages of life while building strong and trusting relationships within the community.
Outside of work, Dr Hnin enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, travelling, swimming, and raising her young family.
If you would like to book an appointment with Dr. Hnin, please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.
Dr Phone (Nathan) Kywe
FRACGP
Dr. Nathan (Phone) Kywe graduated from the University of Medicine in Myanmar (Burma) in 2012 and brings over a decade of experience as a General Practitioner. He has worked extensively in emergency medicine at Bundaberg, Hervey Bay, and Maryborough Hospitals, gaining broad clinical expertise across a range of specialties. Dr. Kywe has a strong background in managing chronic diseases and a particular passion for dermatology, skin cancers, preventive medicine and mental health.
With a solid foundation in both acute and specialist care, Dr. Kywe is now transitioning into General Practice, where he combines his vast medical knowledge with a compassionate, patient-centred approach. Dedicated to providing holistic care, he strives to support the overall well-being of every patient he sees.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Kywe enjoys playing tennis, reading, training in the gym, travelling as well as spending time with family.
If you would like to book an appointment with Dr. Nathan, please call reception 07 4124 2466 or visit our online booking.
NP Jennifer Ford
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.
