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SmartClinics Annandale Family Medical Centre
Annandale
Village Shopping Centre
152 Marabou Drive
Annandale 4814
Ph: (07) 4775 2666
Fax: (07) 4775 2688
Opening hours
Mon: 08:00 - 17:30
Tue: 08:00 - 17:30
Wed: 08:00 - 17:30
Thu: 08:00 - 17:30
Fri: 08:00 - 17:30
Sat: 08:30 - 12:00
Sun: closed
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Please call 4775 2666 to book a Doctor appointment.
We will do our best to ensure that we are able to see you at the Appointment time you have selected. Delays do sometimes arise, but we will do our best to ensure you do not have to wait, or do not have to wait long.
If you wish to change or cancel your Appointment, please let us know as early as possible so that we may allocate your Appointment to another person. This will help us meet our aim of providing our patients with speedy and efficient nurse practitioner services.
Our Staff
Dr Rod Martinez - GP Partner
Dr Rod Martinez was the first Doctor in Annandale in 1996,
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Colleen
Practice Manager
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Dr Ashe Nicholas
Dr Ashe Nicholas is a Townsville local who completed her university years in Townsville
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Dr Eli Cowling
Dr Elizabeth (Eli) Cowling is a GP at SmartClinics Annandale
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Dr Franziska von Canning
Dr Franziska von Canning sees patients in Townsville.
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Dr Gavin Andrews
Dr Gavin Andrews graduated with honour from Monash Medicine in Victoria in 1995.
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Dr Kimberley Abussi
Dr Abussi looks forward to welcoming new patients to SmartClinics Annandale.
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Dr Lara Sewell
Dr Sewell sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale and has over seven years' experience.
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Dr Stuart Illman
Stuart has returned to North Queensland after graduating from UQ in 2007.
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Karen
Chronic Disease Management
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Katie
Medical Receptionist
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Kim
Registered Nurse
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Lexi
Medical Receptionist
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Michelle
Medical Receptionist
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Ruth
Registered Nurse
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Trish
Registered Nurse
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Dr Franziska von Canning
Dr Franziska von Canning sees patients in Townsville.
Locations
Annandale
Dr Franziska von Canning (Dr Fran) is a GP registrar who currently sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale Family Medical Centre.
Born in Switzerland, Dr Fran can speak German, Alemannic (Swiss German) and some French, which she is am aiming to improve. Dr Fran completed her medical degree as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology degree at James Cook University. She is particularly interested in sports medicine, sexual health and travel medicine. Dr Fran is skilled in minor procedures like skin cancer excisions (including small ones on neck and face), suturing wounds and doing cortisol injections for trochanteric bursitis, plantar fasciitis, shoulders etc. She is also trained in Implanon removal and insertion. In the near future, Dr Fran plans to complete a Master’s degree in Sports Medicine. She is a competitive powerlifter in her free time.
Special interests
- Implanon Insertion/Removal
- Skin checks and excisions
- Sports medicine
- Travel health & vaccinations
Languages
- English
- German
Qualifications
- B.Sc
- MBBS
Karen
Chronic Disease Management
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Trish
Registered Nurse
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Kim
Registered Nurse
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Lexi
Medical Receptionist
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Dr Kimberley Abussi
Dr Abussi looks forward to welcoming new patients to SmartClinics Annandale.
Locations
Annandale
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Dr Eli Cowling
Dr Elizabeth (Eli) Cowling is a GP at SmartClinics Annandale
Locations
Annandale
Dr Elizabeth (Eli) Cowling is a GP at SmartClinics Annandale
Special interests
- Antenatal care and post-natal care of mother and baby
- Asthma care
- Cardiovascular risk assessment
- Children's health (paediatrics)
- Chronic disease management
- Depression & anxiety (mental health)
- Diabetes care
- Elderly health (geriatric)
- General Practice
- Implanon
- Men's Health
- Metabolic diseases
- Nutrition & weight management
- Palliative care
- Sexual health
- Women's health including reproductive health
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- DRANZCOG
- FRACGP
- MBBS
Dr Rod Martinez - GP Partner
Dr Rod Martinez was the first Doctor in Annandale in 1996,
Locations
Annandale
Dr Rod Martinez was the first Doctor in Annandale when he moved his Doctor’s surgery from Kirwan to Annandale in 1996. He established the Annandale medical centre as a sole practitioner with his staff of Colleen and Ruth. Having been a GP in Townsville for many years before this he was able to meet the demand and expectations of Annandale. The practice now has several experienced Female and Male doctors offering the complete range of Primary Care Medical Services to its Patients. Rod is a keen fisherman, a passionate cowboys supporter and is currently on the committee of the Cowboys community fund . This fund raises money and distributes goods to needy youth in North Queensland.
Special interests
- General Practice
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- MBBS
Dr Lara Sewell
Dr Sewell sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale and has over seven years' experience.
Locations
Annandale
Dr Sewell sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale and has over seven yearsÛª experience working in General Practice. Her special interests include antenatal care and post-natal care of mother and baby, women’s health and implanon and mirena (insertion/removal). She is also experienced in diabetes care, metabolic diseases and nutrition and weight management.
Dr Sewell completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery in 2007 at James Cook University. She grew up in Townsville and attended Ryan Catholic College for her schooling. Her training for General Practice was undertaken at the Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. She received the QLD medal from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners for her General Practice examination in 2011. She enjoys all aspects of general practice and family medicine.
Special interests
- Antenatal care and post-natal care of mother and baby
- General Practice
- Mirena (insertion/removal)
- Mirena (removal)
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- FRACGP
- MBBD
Dr Gavin Andrews
Dr Gavin Andrews graduated with honour from Monash Medicine in Victoria in 1995.
Locations
Annandale
Dr Gavin Andrews graduated with honour from Monash Medicine in Victoria in 1995. He moved to Townsville in 2000 to complete his fellowship of General Practice, (FRACGP). Gavin has now settled in Townsville as he is attracted to the northern lifestyle and enjoys fishing and bike riding. Gavin is interested in all aspects of general practice and providing quality family care.
Special interests
- General Practice
- Medicine
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- MBBS FRACGP
Michelle
Medical Receptionist
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Katie
Medical Receptionist
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Dr Ashe Nicholas
Dr Ashe Nicholas is a Townsville local who completed her university years in Townsville
Locations
Annandale
Dr Ashe Nicholas is a Townsville local who completed her university years in Townsville at James Cook University. Dr Nicholas has her Fellowship with the College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and also holds a Diploma in Child Health (DCH).
Special interests
- General Practice
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- DCH.
- FRACGP
Colleen
Practice Manager
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Ruth
Registered Nurse
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Dr Stuart Illman
Stuart has returned to North Queensland after graduating from UQ in 2007.
Locations
Annandale
Stuart has returned to North Queensland after graduating from UQ in 2007. Initially growing up in Mackay, he finished school and university in Brisbane before working in various rural locations in SE Qld such as Toowoomba, Oakey and Maleny. He completed his GP training in 2012 and enjoys all aspects of GP work in regional centres. He has an interest in skin and will begin some additional training in this field later this year.
Special interests
- General Practice
- Physical examinations
- Skin checks and excisions
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- FRACGP
Dr Rod Martinez - GP Partner
Dr Rod Martinez was the first Doctor in Annandale in 1996,
Colleen
Practice Manager
Dr Ashe Nicholas
Dr Ashe Nicholas is a Townsville local who completed her university years in Townsville
Dr Eli Cowling
Dr Elizabeth (Eli) Cowling is a GP at SmartClinics Annandale
Dr Franziska von Canning
Dr Franziska von Canning sees patients in Townsville.
Dr Gavin Andrews
Dr Gavin Andrews graduated with honour from Monash Medicine in Victoria in 1995.
Dr Kimberley Abussi
Dr Abussi looks forward to welcoming new patients to SmartClinics Annandale.
Dr Lara Sewell
Dr Sewell sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale and has over seven years' experience.
Dr Stuart Illman
Stuart has returned to North Queensland after graduating from UQ in 2007.
Karen
Chronic Disease Management
Katie
Medical Receptionist
Kim
Registered Nurse
Lexi
Medical Receptionist
Michelle
Medical Receptionist
Ruth
Registered Nurse
Trish
Registered Nurse
Dr Franziska von Canning
Dr Franziska von Canning sees patients in Townsville.
Locations
Annandale
Dr Franziska von Canning (Dr Fran) is a GP registrar who currently sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale Family Medical Centre.
Born in Switzerland, Dr Fran can speak German, Alemannic (Swiss German) and some French, which she is am aiming to improve. Dr Fran completed her medical degree as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology degree at James Cook University. She is particularly interested in sports medicine, sexual health and travel medicine. Dr Fran is skilled in minor procedures like skin cancer excisions (including small ones on neck and face), suturing wounds and doing cortisol injections for trochanteric bursitis, plantar fasciitis, shoulders etc. She is also trained in Implanon removal and insertion. In the near future, Dr Fran plans to complete a Master’s degree in Sports Medicine. She is a competitive powerlifter in her free time.
Special interests
- Implanon Insertion/Removal
- Skin checks and excisions
- Sports medicine
- Travel health & vaccinations
Languages
- English
- German
Qualifications
- B.Sc
- MBBS
Karen
Chronic Disease Management
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Trish
Registered Nurse
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Kim
Registered Nurse
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Lexi
Medical Receptionist
Locations
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Dr Kimberley Abussi
Dr Abussi looks forward to welcoming new patients to SmartClinics Annandale.
Locations
Annandale
Special interests
Languages
Qualifications
Dr Eli Cowling
Dr Elizabeth (Eli) Cowling is a GP at SmartClinics Annandale
Locations
Annandale
Dr Elizabeth (Eli) Cowling is a GP at SmartClinics Annandale
Special interests
- Antenatal care and post-natal care of mother and baby
- Asthma care
- Cardiovascular risk assessment
- Children's health (paediatrics)
- Chronic disease management
- Depression & anxiety (mental health)
- Diabetes care
- Elderly health (geriatric)
- General Practice
- Implanon
- Men's Health
- Metabolic diseases
- Nutrition & weight management
- Palliative care
- Sexual health
- Women's health including reproductive health
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- DRANZCOG
- FRACGP
- MBBS
Dr Rod Martinez - GP Partner
Dr Rod Martinez was the first Doctor in Annandale in 1996,
Locations
Annandale
Dr Rod Martinez was the first Doctor in Annandale when he moved his Doctor’s surgery from Kirwan to Annandale in 1996. He established the Annandale medical centre as a sole practitioner with his staff of Colleen and Ruth. Having been a GP in Townsville for many years before this he was able to meet the demand and expectations of Annandale. The practice now has several experienced Female and Male doctors offering the complete range of Primary Care Medical Services to its Patients. Rod is a keen fisherman, a passionate cowboys supporter and is currently on the committee of the Cowboys community fund . This fund raises money and distributes goods to needy youth in North Queensland.
Special interests
- General Practice
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- MBBS
Dr Lara Sewell
Dr Sewell sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale and has over seven years' experience.
Locations
Annandale
Dr Sewell sees patients at SmartClinics Annandale and has over seven yearsÛª experience working in General Practice. Her special interests include antenatal care and post-natal care of mother and baby, women’s health and implanon and mirena (insertion/removal). She is also experienced in diabetes care, metabolic diseases and nutrition and weight management.
Dr Sewell completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery in 2007 at James Cook University. She grew up in Townsville and attended Ryan Catholic College for her schooling. Her training for General Practice was undertaken at the Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. She received the QLD medal from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners for her General Practice examination in 2011. She enjoys all aspects of general practice and family medicine.
Special interests
- Antenatal care and post-natal care of mother and baby
- General Practice
- Mirena (insertion/removal)
- Mirena (removal)
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- FRACGP
- MBBD
Dr Gavin Andrews
Dr Gavin Andrews graduated with honour from Monash Medicine in Victoria in 1995.
Locations
Annandale
Dr Gavin Andrews graduated with honour from Monash Medicine in Victoria in 1995. He moved to Townsville in 2000 to complete his fellowship of General Practice, (FRACGP). Gavin has now settled in Townsville as he is attracted to the northern lifestyle and enjoys fishing and bike riding. Gavin is interested in all aspects of general practice and providing quality family care.
Special interests
- General Practice
- Medicine
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- MBBS FRACGP
Michelle
Medical Receptionist
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Katie
Medical Receptionist
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Dr Ashe Nicholas
Dr Ashe Nicholas is a Townsville local who completed her university years in Townsville
Locations
Annandale
Dr Ashe Nicholas is a Townsville local who completed her university years in Townsville at James Cook University. Dr Nicholas has her Fellowship with the College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and also holds a Diploma in Child Health (DCH).
Special interests
- General Practice
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- DCH.
- FRACGP
Colleen
Practice Manager
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Ruth
Registered Nurse
Locations
Special interests
Languages
- English
Qualifications
Dr Stuart Illman
Stuart has returned to North Queensland after graduating from UQ in 2007.
Locations
Annandale
Stuart has returned to North Queensland after graduating from UQ in 2007. Initially growing up in Mackay, he finished school and university in Brisbane before working in various rural locations in SE Qld such as Toowoomba, Oakey and Maleny. He completed his GP training in 2012 and enjoys all aspects of GP work in regional centres. He has an interest in skin and will begin some additional training in this field later this year.
Special interests
- General Practice
- Physical examinations
- Skin checks and excisions
Languages
- English
Qualifications
- FRACGP
Annandale Medical Centre is now a SmartClinics Family Medical Centre
We always appreciate you making an appointment in advance with us. However we also understand that things come up from time to time that may conflict with this appointment and you are no longer able to keep it. If this does happen, it’s ok! Simply ring the clinic and we will happily reschedule you another time. This will also let someone else be able to use your appointment time, meaning everyone gets to see the doctor. Unfortunately, patients who repeatedly do not attend their appointments may be required to pay a consultation fee before undertaking their next appointment.
About our clinic
We are a GPA Accredited Practice, with wheel chair access in the far left hand corner of the car park. As a new SmartClinics Centre, the clinic will undergo some exciting changes over the coming months including new clinic signage, staff uniforms, an extensive refurbishment and in time, a more sophisticated patient booking program that has proven to reduce patient wait times. This is all part of our commitment to providing our patients with high quality, convenient healthcare. We welcome patients, new and old, to join us as undergo this exciting transition.
Our services
The highly experienced medical team is dedicated to providing you and your family with personalised, professional, quality healthcare across a wide range of medical and support services including women’s and men’s health, vaccination and immunisation programs as well as travel health and skin checks. Some of the other services we provide include:
- Applications of plaster
- Cryotherapy
- Lung function testing
- ECG’s
- Excisions of skin lesions
- Diathermy
- Pregnancy tests
- Pre-employment medicals
