Our Centre
At Cranbrook Medical, we are recognised for the high standard of our medical services. From the perspective of our surrounding community, we’ve also got the status of being a local landmark. Our team is immediately associated with the charming heritage building that’s long accommodated our practice. You may have noticed our exciting construction works. The build process involves adding new facilities, but only those which fit with the existing set up — allowing us to preserve the integrity and appeal of our original premises.
Our Practice
We’ve often heard it said that in some ways Cranbrook Medical feels more like a home than a clinic! Our genuine and professional staff are absolutely to credit for that. Alongside this is our commitment to upholding the tradition of the family GP. The ability for a patient to have a long-term professional relationship with a dedicated family physician can be a rarity these days. However, our practice is a place where relationships are wholly nurtured and supported, and that’s our ongoing promise to you!
- Winston Churchill
Dr Naomi Gleadow
Dr Naomi Gleadow is owner/operator of Cranbrook Medical. She graduated with Honours from a Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Monash University in 2003. Other milestones include completing a Masters of Women's Health from University of NSW in 2018. Dr Gleadow has worked in a variety of regional/rural hospitals and for Aboriginal Health Services. She enjoys being a part of patients' lives and helping them navigate the health system. In general, it’s about making a difference in the lives of others. Dr Gleadow is also an avid reader, enjoys spending time with family and keeping fit.
Dr Anita Lowe
Dr Anita Lowe is an experienced medical professional who has been based at Cranbrook Medical for over a decade. In 1999, she completed a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at University of Queensland. Since then, Dr Lowe trained at the Mater Brisbane Hospital and completed GP training in Bundaberg. Dr Lowe finds great purpose at Cranbrook Medical in working for a personalised family practice that provides long term care across multiple generations. She has special interests in breast medicine, women's health and holistic care. Outside of medicine, she practices martial arts/weight training, as well as playing the piano and doing crafts.
Dr Jonathan Rainbow
Joining Cranbrook Medical in 2011, Dr Jonathan Rainbow was pleased to find himself a part of a practice defined by its close-knit family feel and friendly team. Graduating from The University of Queensland in 2002, he became a doctor because of his strong desire to help others. Dr Rainbow has a specialisation in neuromuscular physiology (Honours recipient) and is interested in chronic disease management and men’s health. When he’s not working at Cranbrook Medical, he enjoys sifting through his classic movie library which features movies from the 1970s to 1990’s — in which the original Star Wars trilogy takes pride of place.
Dr Toni Weller
Dr Toni Weller is currently on sabbatical.
As a GP at Cranbrook Medical, Dr Toni Weller enjoys the privilege of getting to know her patients over time and being able to assist with a wide variety of health needs for all ages. She completed her postgraduate General Practice training in North Queensland to become a specialist General Practitioner.
Dr Weller also works at the Townsville Hospital as a GP Liaison officer, assisting with improving communication and teamwork between local GPs and hospital specialists. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling — especially camping — and taking time out to immerse herself in a good book.
Dr Lara Sewell
Dr Lara Sewell grew up in Townsville and gained her medical degree locally at JCU before completing General Practice Training in South East Queensland. She returned to Townsville in 2013. She enjoys the variety and continuity of care that family general practice offers. Dr Sewell has a particular interest in women’s and children’s health and in helping her patients remain well and active for as long as possible. In her spare time she enjoys long distance running and exploring nature with her family.
Dr Emma Lyster
Born in Townsville, Dr Emma Lyster went on to complete a science degree (in psychology) and postgraduate medicine at UQ in Brisbane. She has additional diplomas in child health, obstetrics & gynaecology and dermatology. Dr Lyster has been working in general practice in the Townsville region since 2008 and was excited to join the great team at Cranbrook in January 2022. She very much enjoys getting to know her patients and their families and supporting them through the inevitable ups and downs of life. Dr Lyster is a married mum of two teenage kids. Outside of work she loves good books and movies, spending too much money at Bunnings and going for the odd run (but much slower than Dr Lara Sewell!).
Dr Amanda Tapiolas
Dr Amanda Tapiolas was born and raised in Townsville, going on to study medicine at JCU. Completing a large part of her general practice training rurally cemented Dr Tapiolas' desire to return to a small, family centred practice. Dr Tapiolas joined Cranbrook Medical in 2022 and loves assisting her patients improve their overall health and quality of life. She is the mother of three small children and enjoys tending to her vegetable garden (with the assistance of many little hands), playing the violin and piano, and travelling.
Dr Stuart Illman
Dr Stuart Illman grew up in Mackay before moving to Brisbane to finish school and University. He finished a Bachelor Arts/Bachelor Business before returning to add postgraduate Medicine when he realised he wasn’t ready to face the real world straight away. He has worked at a number of regional locations scattered around SE Qld and Northern WA during his training and career. Dr Illman enjoys the variety that practicing in a regional community brings and has a particular interest in diagnosing and treating skin cancer. He keeps as active as his two younger children allow him (which is a fair bit to be honest) and enjoys riding, running or paddling depending on prevailing conditions.
Dr Emma Wallace
Dr Emma Wallace graduated from high school in Townsville and went on to study medicine at JCU. She worked at The Townsville Hospital, rotating between units before deciding to specialise in General Practice. Dr Wallace enjoys all aspects of family medicine and has a particular interest in diabetes and travel medicine. Emma is a twin mum and when she is not down at junior soccer or doing dance class drop off she enjoys reading, musical theatre and pop culture.
Dr Chanelle Ferris
Dr Chanelle Ferris grew up in Townsville and studied Medicine at James Cook University. She was awarded the RACGP NQ Sub-faculty Prize in General Practice and graduated in 2010. Chanelle always knew General Practice was going to be the specialty for her and she achieved her RACGP fellowship in 2015. Chanelle really enjoys getting to know her patients and their families. She has an easy going, friendly nature and strives to collaborate with her patients to optimise their well being and health care. In her spare time, Chanelle loves spending time with her young family.
Tyler Fidoe
Cranbrook Medical is now home to our very own Physiotherapist. Tyler was born and raised in a small country town on the North-West coast of Tasmania, where over 12 years ago he moved to Townsville to pursue a career as a physiotherapist, graduating from JCU in 2015. Tyler quickly fell in love with Townsville’s people and relaxed way of living, along with those perfect winter months. Since arriving in Townsville he has continued his passion for sport, where he has played for both club and representative Australian Rules Football, along with coaching women’s and men’s senior grades. Tyler worked as the team physio/trainer for the Townsville Fire in the WNBL, Townsville Heat and Flames in the QBL, the NRL referees and local A grade Australian Rules Football and Soccer. Tyler has pursued further training in advanced neuromuscular dry needling, shoulder and lower back dysfunction and vestibular rehabilitation. He also works closely with local orthopaedic specialists with treating shoulder, knee, hip, and ankle surgeries. Although he has special interests in the shoulder, spinal, vestibular, and sporting injuries, Tyler prides himself on working with anyone, no matter what the condition, to achieve their goals.
Dr Jessica Eltherington
Dr Jessica Eltherington studied Medicine at JCU, graduating in 2011. She has worked in both hospital and private general practice settings across rural and regional North Queensland. Dr Eltherington enjoys all aspects of general practice and has a particular interest in women’s and children’s health including developmental paediatrics. Dr Eltherington loves being a GP and providing care for her patients and their families throughout different stages of life. Outside of work, Jess enjoys spending quality time with her family and embracing the outdoors.
Dr Sandra Nguy
Dr Sandra Nguy is originally from Canada and now considers Australia home. She graduated from the University of Queensland in 2014 and has also completed a Diploma of Child Health (SCHP). Prior to settling in Townsville, Dr Nguy enjoyed working across numerous specialties within regional hospitals in QLD. Dr Nguy enjoys the breadth of General Practice, with a particular interest in women’s and children’s health. She is also passionate about education and is a senior lecturer at JCU, teaching the next generation of doctors. Outside of work, Dr Nguy loves spending time with her family, traveling, photography, reading, cooking and baking.
A Great Support System So We Can Support You Better
We are a cohesive team with a positive outlook, which includes our dedication to constant improvement. Our medical practice has recently completed renovations, and we see this as the perfect opportunity to expand our services to more patients within the local area. Watch this space!
