Our Practitioners

Dr Ylva Andersson

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Dr Ylva Andersson is the founder of Redhouse Paediatrics. Her idea was to create a child centred medical home that offers a happy, interesting practice environment for children of all ages .

Dr Ylva Andersson completed her medical training and her PhD in Hamburg, Germany where she was born. She immigrated to Australia in 1997 and completed her paediatric training at Monash Medical Centre and the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne.

Dr Andersson holds a public appointment with Peninsula Health and is actively involved in medical student teaching and registrar training. She has an interest in neonatology and acute paediatric conditions. She regularly assists with births and neonatal care at The Bays Hospital in Mornington.

Dr Andersson is married and has one child. In her free time she enjoys swimming, skiing, playing music, travelling and family time.

Dr Jeevani Ranaweera

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Dr Jeevani Ranaweera is a paediatrician who enjoys managing the care of and treating children of all ages with both acute and chronic general paediatric problems including developmental and behavioural conditions. Jeevani obtained her general paediatric training at Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, Monash Medical Centre , Birmingham City Hospital and Lady Ridgeway Children’s Hospital Colombo.

Dr Jeevani Ranaweera

Dr Jeevani Ranaweera

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Dr Jeevani Ranaweera is a paediatrician who enjoys managing the care of and treating children of all ages with both acute and chronic general paediatric problems including developmental and behavioural conditions. Jeevani obtained her general paediatric training at Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, Monash Medical Centre , Birmingham City Hospital and Lady Ridgeway Children’s Hospital Colombo.

Michelle Gould

Dr. Michelle Gould

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Dr. Michelle Gould holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. She currently works as a general paediatrician.

Dr. Gould completed her paediatric training at The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, after completing her medical degree at Monash University.

Dr. Gould is interested in a wide variety of general paediatric issues, including neonatal and infant health, asthma and eczema, constipation and encopresis, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and developmental and behavioural paediatrics.

Dr. Gould also does some private neonates work. Outside of work enjoys spending time with her young family.

Michelle Gould

Dr. Michelle Gould

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Dr. Michelle Gould holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. She currently works as a general paediatrician.

Dr. Gould completed her paediatric training at The Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, after completing her medical degree at Monash University.

Dr. Gould is interested in a wide variety of general paediatric issues, including neonatal and infant health, asthma and eczema, constipation and encopresis, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and developmental and behavioural paediatrics.

Dr. Gould also does some private neonates work. Outside of work enjoys spending time with her young family.

Dr Ahmad Mansour Ahmad

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Dr Ahmad is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and Consultant Paediatrician. He completed his paediatric training in Australia and has also worked at several hospitals in Victoria including the Royal Children's Hospital, Warragul Hospital and Monash Medical Centre.

Dr Ahmad has wide experience in managing various general paediatric conditions such as infant feeding & growth, food intolerance, asthma, eczema, bowel and bladder issues, sleep related disorders, migraine, epilepsy, developmental delay, diagnosis & management of autism, ADHD & other behavioural conditions.

In addition to English, Dr Ahmad speaks Arabic.

Dr Ahmad Mansour Ahmad

Dr Ahmad Mansour Ahmad

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Dr Mansour is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and Consultant Paediatrician. He completed his paediatric training in Australia and has also worked at several hospitals in Victoria including the Royal Children's Hospital, Warragul Hospital and Monash Medical Centre.

Dr Mansour has wide experience in managing various general paediatric conditions such as infant feeding & growth, food intolerance, asthma, eczema, bowel and bladder issues, sleep related disorders, migraine, epilepsy, developmental delay, diagnosis & management of autism, ADHD & other behavioural conditions.

In addition to English, Dr Mansour speaks Arabic.

Dr Marlise Tilders

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Dr Marlise Tilders is a general Paediatrician who has a special interest in behavioural and developmental paediatrics including ADHD, autism spectrum disorder and specific learning disorder.

Dr Tilders underwent medical training in Stellenbosch, South Africa, where she graduated from the University of Stellenbosch Medical School. She completed a Diploma in Child Health and Tropical Medicine in London and also worked in Canada as a Neonatologist. She immigrated to Australia in 1996 and worked in Mackay, Queensland until 2000, then at Monash Medical Centre.

Dr Tilders has been a paediatrician in the Frankston bayside area since 2002. She also has a paediatric clinic at Parkdale Community Centre. She attends child developmental meetings at Monash Medical Centre on a regular basis. Dr Tilders has completed accredited specific training relating to diagnosis of children with autism spectrum disease, such as completing the ADOS module. She works closely with local psychologist, speech pathologists, schools and occupational therapist to support children with special needs. Dr Tilders is married and has two children. She enjoys gardening, walking, the arts and relaxing with her family.

Dr Ruby Hameed

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Dr Rubina Hameed is a General Paediatrician with a special interest in Paediatric Allergy.
Dr Hameed trained in Paediatric Medicine in the United Kingdom where she obtained a Diploma of Child Health and MRCPI. She moved to Australia obtained FRACP and completed a certificate training in Paediatric allergy for Paediatricians at RCH. She is a member of ASCIA and continues to be involved in allergy research at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. She regularly collaborates with experienced allergist in the field in regards to difficult cases.
At Redhouse Paediatrics Dr Hameed sees children from 0 to 16 years of age with eczema, IgE and non IgE mediated food allergies, FPIES, allergic rhinitis, insect, drug allergy, urticaria and asthma.
Some of the other services offered include on site skin prick testing, oral drug challenge, oral/ sublingual desensitisation to aeroallergens and anaphylaxis management training.
MBBS, DCH (London), MRCPI (Ireland), MRCPCH (UK), FRACP (Australia)
Dr Ruby Hameed
Dr Ruby Hameed

Dr Ruby Hameed

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Dr Rubina Hameed is a General Paediatrician with a special interest in Paediatric Allergy.
Dr Hameed trained in Paediatric Medicine in the United Kingdom where she obtained a Diploma of Child Health and MRCPI. She moved to Australia obtained FRACP and completed a certificate training in Paediatric allergy for Paediatricians at RCH. She is a member of ASCIA and continues to be involved in allergy research at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute. She regularly collaborates with experienced allergist in the field in regards to difficult cases.
At Redhouse Paediatrics Dr Hameed sees children from 0 to 16 years of age with eczema, IgE and non IgE mediated food allergies, FPIES, allergic rhinitis, insect, drug allergy, urticaria and asthma.
Some of the other services offered include on site skin prick testing, oral drug challenge, oral/ sublingual desensitisation to aeroallergens and anaphylaxis management training.
MBBS, DCH (London), MRCPI (Ireland), MRCPCH (UK), FRACP (Australia)
Dr Dimple D'Silva

Dr Dimple D'Silva

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Dr Dimple is a Consultant Paediatrician who graduated with Honours and has gained extensive experience in Australia and overseas in general paediatrics and neonatology. She has a special interest in neonatal issues such as unsettled babies, failure to thrive, skin rashes and general health issues in infants. She also specialises in general paediatric issues such as asthma, eczema, constipation, bed wetting and abdominal pains. She is passionate about assisting children with: autism, developmental issues, speech, learning and behavioural needs to help them achieve their full potential understanding the importance of advocating for and supporting their families and carers.

Dr Dimple D'Silva

Dr Dimple D'Silva

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Dr Dimple is a Consultant Paediatrician who graduated with Honours and has gained extensive experience in Australia and overseas in general paediatrics and neonatology. She has a special interest in neonatal issues such as unsettled babies, failure to thrive, skin rashes and general health issues in infants. She also specialises in general paediatric issues such as asthma, eczema, constipation, bed wetting and abdominal pains. She is passionate about assisting children with: autism, developmental issues, speech, learning and behavioural needs to help them achieve their full potential understanding the importance of advocating for and supporting their families and carers.

Dr Itay Zelcer

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Dr Itay Zelcer is an experienced Paediatric Neurologist with a consultant appointment at the Monash Children’s Hospital. He graduated medical school, MSc in Neuroscience and General Paediatric training in Israel. Itay then completed his Paediatric Neurology training in Canada in 2016 at the British Columbia Children’s Hospital in Vancouver and has been practicing as a Paediatric Neurologist consultant since.

Itay sees patients with all types of neurological disorders. He has particular interests in epilepsy, headaches, developmental delay, neuro-genetic disorders and tics.

Itay immigrated to Australia in 2019 and has since been practicing as neurologist consultant at the Monash Children’s Hospital. When away from work, you will find Itay enjoying the beautiful Australian outdoors with his family.

Dr Kathryn Irving
Dr Kathryn Irving

Dr Itay Zelcer

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Dr Itay Zelcer is an experienced Paediatric Neurologist with a consultant appointment at the Monash Children’s Hospital. He graduated medical school, MSc in Neuroscience and General Paediatric training in Israel. Itay then completed his Paediatric Neurology training in Canada in 2016 at the British Columbia Children’s Hospital in Vancouver and has been practicing as a Paediatric Neurologist consultant since.

Itay sees patients with all types of neurological disorders. He has particular interests in epilepsy, headaches, developmental delay, neuro-genetic disorders and tics.

Itay immigrated to Australia in 2019 and has since been practicing as neurologist consultant at the Monash Children’s Hospital. When away from work, you will find Itay enjoying the beautiful Australian outdoors with his family.

Dr. Hannah Liu

Dr. Hannah Liu

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Dr. Hannah Liu is a general paediatrician who enjoys providing holistic care to children of all ages. She is passionate about working with families to provide individualized care that recognizes their child’s needs and helps reach their full potential.

Dr. Hannah completed her medical degree at James Cook University in Queensland and undertook paediatric training predominantly at the Queensland Children’s Hospital the Royal Children’s Hospital. Dr. Hannah also works as a paediatrician at Peninsula Health and has taught medical students from Monash University. She has an interest in managing a wide of general paediatric issues including allergy, eczema, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and poor growth.

Dr. Hannah enjoys working with families from diverse backgrounds and is fluent in Mandarin. In her spare time, she enjoys trying new recipes, travel, musicals and keeping active.

Dr. Hannah Liu

Dr. Hannah Liu

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Dr. Hannah Liu is a general paediatrician who enjoys providing holistic care to children of all ages. She is passionate about working with families to provide individualized care that recognizes their child’s needs and helps reach their full potential.

Dr. Hannah completed her medical degree at James Cook University in Queensland and undertook paediatric training predominantly at the Queensland Children’s Hospital the Royal Children’s Hospital. Dr. Hannah also works as a paediatrician at Peninsula Health and has taught medical students from Monash University. She has an interest in managing a wide of general paediatric issues including allergy, eczema, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder and poor growth.

Dr. Hannah enjoys working with families from diverse backgrounds and is fluent in Mandarin. In her spare time, she enjoys trying new recipes, travel, musicals and keeping active.

Dr Brooke Harcourt - Family Dietetics

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Brooke is an approachable nutrition therapist with over a decade of experience in infant and child nutrition and metabolism conditions. 

Brooke is passionate about giving children the best chance for health over the course of their life and believes that excellent early life nutrition is key for this. She understands that some members of the community have trouble accessing nutrition because of developmental conditions, disabilities and delayed skill development. Brooke has an in-depth knowledge of the development of eating processes and skill development, the reasons behind food choices and optimising eating environments; so can help parents and children work towards making positive changes to their nutrition intake. Brooke is a neurodiverse affirming Feeding Therapist, and incorporates multiple approaches into her therapy design including Responsive Feeding Therapy, SOS Therapy, AEIOU and food chaining theory.

You may view their website at familydietetics.com.au

To book email info@familydietetics.com.au or reach out to 0428 783 841

Emma Turner
Emma Turner

Dr Brook Harcourt - Family Dietetics

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Brooke is an approachable nutrition therapist with over a decade of experience in infant and child nutrition and metabolism conditions. 

Brooke is passionate about giving children the best chance for health over the course of their life and believes that excellent early life nutrition is key for this. She understands that some members of the community have trouble accessing nutrition because of developmental conditions, disabilities and delayed skill development. Brooke has an in-depth knowledge of the development of eating processes and skill development, the reasons behind food choices and optimising eating environments; so can help parents and children work towards making positive changes to their nutrition intake. Brooke is a neurodiverse affirming Feeding Therapist, and incorporates multiple approaches into her therapy design including Responsive Feeding Therapy, SOS Therapy, AEIOU and food chaining theory.

You may view their website at familydietetics.com.au

To book email info@familydietetics.com.au or reach out to 0428 783 841

Melanie Rogers

Natalie Waring – Child & Adolescent Clinical Counsellor

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Natalie is a Clinical Registrant with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia with over 10 years of experience in the mental health sector, working across community-based services and educational settings.

Natalie draws on a range of evidence-based interventions to support children and adolescents navigating mental health and emotional wellbeing, behavioural challenges, social difficulties, and complex family dynamics. She works collaboratively with parents, schools, and allied health professionals to provide a holistic and integrated approach to care.

Contact our reception to book an appointment

Melanie Rogers

Natalie Waring

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Natalie is a Clinical Registrant with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia with over 10 years of experience in the mental health sector, working across community-based services and educational settings.

Natalie draws on a range of evidence-based interventions to support children and adolescents navigating mental health and emotional wellbeing, behavioural challenges, social difficulties, and complex family dynamics. She works collaboratively with parents, schools, and allied health professionals to provide a holistic and integrated approach to care.

Contact our reception to book an appointment

Sarah Ashley-Jones - Paediatric Dietitian

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Sarah Ashley-Jones is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian specializing in Paediatrics and Gastrointestinal Conditions. She is dedicated to helping families foster growth and promote healthy lifestyles in infants and children, regardless of specific needs.

Sarah possesses extensive expertise in managing infants and children with:

- Gastrointestinal Conditions: Coeliac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome, chronic diarrhea, and constipation
- Food allergies and food intolerances
- Faltering growth
- Feeding difficulties and fussy eating behaviors
- Tube feeding, tube dependency, and weaning
- Introducing solids and establishing healthy eating habits for infants and children

Sarah is able to assist infants and children eligible for the NDIS as an unregistered provider.

Yiota Georgiou
Yiota Georgiou

Sarah Ashley-Jones - Paediatric Dietitian

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Sarah Ashley-Jones is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian specializing in Paediatrics and Gastrointestinal Conditions. She is dedicated to helping families foster growth and promote healthy lifestyles in infants and children, regardless of specific needs.

Sarah possesses extensive expertise in managing infants and children with:

- Gastrointestinal Conditions: Coeliac Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome, chronic diarrhea, and constipation
- Food allergies and food intolerances
- Faltering growth
- Feeding difficulties and fussy eating behaviors
- Tube feeding, tube dependency, and weaning
- Introducing solids and establishing healthy eating habits for infants and children

Sarah is able to assist infants and children eligible for the NDIS as an unregistered provider.

Rachel McGregor
Rachel McGregor

Rachel McGregor - Psychologist and Behaviour Analyst

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Rachel McGregor is an experienced Psychologist and Behaviour Analyst offering therapy and behaviour consultation to families on the Mornington Peninsula / South East of Melbourne and online for families in regional areas.

Rachel can provide services under a Mental Health Care plan, Chronic Disease Management plan, NDIS plans or privately.

Areas of paediatric psychology:

  • Individual Counselling (ACT, CBT, emotion regulation skills) for children 
  • Parent support / coaching for managing behaviour
  • ACT therapy for parents to manage stress and anxiety
  • Support for families of neurodivergent children including consultation for plan managed or self managed NDIS participants under "Capacity Building" supports
  • Functional Behaviour Assessment for children

Please note that Autism assessments are not currently offered.

Website: rachelmcgregor.com

To book email psychology@rachelmcgregor.com or phone 0451 908 350

Online bookings can be made here: Click Here for Booking