Our Doctors

Dr Sam Darwish graduated from University of Alexandria in Egypt in 2009 after completing his basic medical education. He moved to Australia in 2012 to start his training in general practice.
Dr Darwish attained Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in July 2021. He provides universal healthcare across all aspects of general practice, and is specially interested in surgical procedures including skin cancer diagnosis, surveillance, and treatment. Dr Darwish has trained with the Skin Cancer College of Australasia and received its certificate in 2018. He is also interested in women’s health, men’s health, sexual health, and mental health and many more. He is fluent in English and Arabic.

Dr Imran Tariq graduated from the University of Liverpool School of Medicine in the UK in 2013. He participated in post-graduate training across various hospitals in England. After completing his general practice training in Birmingham, he attained Membership of Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP) in the UK in 2022.

As a GP, his work has involved treating patients with medical conditions in a wide range of specialties including urgent care, internal medicine, paediatrics, dermatology, musculoskeletal disorders, men’s health, palliative care, mental health, and women’s health. This breadth of knowledge allows him to address a multitude of health concerns, ensuring
his patients receive well-rounded and personalised care.

In addition to English, he converses fluently in Farsi.

Dr Youstina Mesak is very knowledgeable in all aspects of General Practice and has extensive knowledge and interest in women’s health. When it comes to her patients she is caring, genuine, and thorough with her approach. Dr Mesak is fluent in Arabic and English.

Dr Marcy Govender has been practising as a General Practitioner for over 30 years. She graduated from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) in 2006, and has been an examiner for the RACGP for the past 12 years. She has been practising in Melbourne since 2003, and has an interest in all aspects of general practice, with a keen focus on chronic disease management and women’s health. Her loving and caring attitude towards patients, together with her thorough assessment of clinical presentations makes her a well sought after GP.

Dr Zipei Zhang graduated from University of Glasgow School of Medicine in 2016. He completed his General Practice training in England, and attained Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK) in 2022. He is thorough, caring, empathetic, and has a keen interest in all aspects of General Practice, with an interest in Chronic Disease Management and Mental Health.

Dr David Morrell holds a diverse educational background with qualifications including a Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Social Work, Post Graduate Degree in Psychology, and Doctorate of Psychology from Melbourne University. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society, as well as the Forensic and Clinical Colleges.

Dr Morrell is a dedicated clinical and forensic psychologist who is passionate about skiing, travel, and hiking. He values time spent with his family and finds fulfilment in his work and the meaningful connections he forms. He provides clinical and forensic-based services and uses a therapeutic approach to evidence-based counselling for any patient over the age of 15 years.

Areas of interest:

• Depression and mood disorders
• Trauma and post-traumatic stress
• Family violence/domestic violence
• Sleep problems
• Grief and loss
• Pain management
• Motivation and performance
• Stress management
• Life crises
• Weight management
• Rehabilitation
• Sport and exercise psychology
• Alcohol and substance use issues
• Gambling addiction
• Smoking cessation
• Health management
• Vocational counselling