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Your Practitioners
Meet the dedicated practitioners consulting at Signal Health Tusmore
Dr. Emilie Staehr
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr. Emilie Staehr graduated from The University of Adelaide in 2006, and gained her Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2012, receiving the AOGP Registrar Justin Beilby Medal in 2011. Her subspecialty interests include both Women’s Health and Psychological Medicine. She is pleased to offer Implanon and IUD insertion in-practice, having gained a certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Health from SHine SA (2011). She has undertaken Level 2 Mental Health training to provide Medicare funded mental health counselling sessions to patients under a Mental Health Treatment Plan following Australian Society of Psychological Medicine FPS Skills Training (2016). She has further qualifications with the International Society of Schema Therapy: The Model, Methods and Techniques (2017) and Interpersonal Therapy Level A training by IPT institute (2022).
Dr Staehr welcomes you to book a longer appointment should you wish to discuss more than a single issue or if you are addressing issues in either of the above areas.
Dr Staehr also works across all aspects of general practice including children, of which she has three. She enjoys complementing her consulting work with services as a surgical assistant and relieving at The Adelaide Clinic. She has previously been a clinical lecturer at Adelaide University and an examiner for the RACGP.
Prof. Geoff Thompson - Paediatrician
MBBS, MD, PhD
Prof Geoff Thompson is an esteemed Paediatrician with extensive experience in the field. He practices at both Burnside War Memorial Hospital and Calvary North Adelaide Hospital, located in South Australia, Australia. Prof Thompson's primary practice is based in Tusmore,.
Prof Thompson holds a robust educational background, including a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. Additionally, he has pursued further academic achievements, earning a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). These qualifications have contributed to his broad knowledge base and enriched understanding of paediatrics.
As a highly regarded professional, Prof Thompson has obtained recognition as a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP). This prestigious fellowship serves as a testament to his dedication and expertise in the field of paediatrics, setting him apart from his peers.
Prof Thompson specialises in paediatric medicine, focusing on the healthcare needs of children and infants. With a focus on providing comprehensive care, he has developed a reputation for his ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions affecting children. His expertise extends to managing common childhood illnesses, developmental disorders, as well as providing preventive care such as immunisations.
Prof Thompson's commitment to his patients encompasses a holistic approach to healthcare. He believes in building strong doctor-patient relationships, ensuring open communication and involving parents in their child's medical care. By providing compassionate and personalized care to his patients, Prof Thompson has established himself as a trusted practitioner within the community.
His dedication to excellence and continuous learning has positioned him as a leader in his field. He remains up-to-date with the latest advancements in paediatric medicine, ensuring that his patients receive the highest quality of care. Prof Thompson's vast knowledge and experience make him an invaluable resource for both patients and colleagues alike.
Prof Geoff Thompson's reputation as a skilled Paediatrician stems from his unwavering commitment to his profession and his patients. Through his practice at Burnside War Memorial Hospital and Calvary North Adelaide Hospital, he continues to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of children in the South Australia community.
Dr. Jane Thompson -Haematologist
MBBS, MD, PhD
Dr Jane Thompson is an experienced clinical and laboratory haematologist who completed her training at The Royal Adelaide Hospital in Adelaide, The Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and Royal Melbourne Hospital. She has extensive research experience having recently submitted her thesis for PhD supported by NHMRC in malignant haematology at SAHMRI. Prior to her PhD candidature, she undertook multiple research endeavors in anaemia, iron and multiple myeloma. Patient care is her passion and she is dedicated to offering the most up to date and personalised treatment options while considering her patients’ goals and best interests at all times. She has a particular interest in working up cases of complex anaemia to achieve the best patient outcomes but is committed to offering care in all areas of malignant and non-malignant haematology such as bleeding and clotting issues, obstetric haematology, neutropenia and other blood count concerns, thalassemia, MGUS, multiple myeloma, chronic lymphocytic leukaemia, lymphoma.
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