Meet our Practitioners.
Our Australian-based Practitioners are specially trained in
Natural-based
medicine and take a patient-first approach to every consultation.
Kevin Cheng
Dr Cheng graduated from Melbourne University in 2004, and underwent diverse medical modalities, including Intensive Care, Cardiology, geriatrics, rehab medicine, and various medical and surgical rotations during his medical training. Driven by a keen interest in holistic and alternative medicine approaches to treating illness, Dr. Cheng obtained TGA approval as a prescriber in 2019, thereby gaining extensive experience in prescribing plant medicine. Dr Kevin Cheng has helped patients with various medical conditions. He sees an average of 120 patients per week, making him one of the most experience prescribers of plant medicine in Australia.
Anand Ramineni
Dr Anand is a specialist Neonatal Paediatrician as well as a TGA Authorised Prescriber for Natural Medications. He first developed an interest in Natural Medication through his work with children with severe epilepsy. He has since treated over 500 patients using Natural Medicine with a variety of conditions. Dr Anand is actively contributing to research to confirm the potential clinical benefits of Natural medicine.
Sara Syme
Sara graduated as a nurse from University of Plymouth, UK in 2001. Initially working within colorectal, general surgical, gastroenterology and hepatology before moving into the field of Emergency. In 2004, she completed her Bachelor (hons) in Health and Social care. In 2012, Sara moved to Australia with her family to the Gold Coast where she has remained since. During the last 12 years, she has completed several post graduate studies including two Masters degrees with the Master of Nurse Practitioner completed in 2023, and working as an Endorsed Nurse Practitioner since 2024. Sara belongs to several professional Nursing Colleges in Australia. She first became interested in Natural Medicine for suitable patients while working in corrective nursing and has been able to prescribe Natural Medicine since 2024 using the Special Access Scheme.
Samina Afzal
Dr. Samina is a dedicated Emergency Medicine Senior Resident Medical Officer. Driven by a passion to alleviate chronic pain and anxiety within the community. With five years of experience in the Australian health system, she brings a wealth of expertise and a commitment to providing compassionate care to her patients.
Maria Hannemann
Dr. Maria Hannemann is a medical practitioner and Authorised Prescriber in all states across Australia, based in NSW. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Maria has been dedicated to helping individuals manage chronic pain, using her passion for integrative and alternative approaches to health and wellbeing. Her areas of expertise include chronic pain, anxiety, insomnia, women’s health, and mental health. Dr. Maria is committed to working closely with her patients to empower them on their healing journey. She specializes in supporting those with debilitating chronic conditions, helping improve their quality of life.
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Practitioners
specifically trained in Natural-based medication. You're in the very best
of
hands.