Well experienced doctors with high level of medical proficiency
Dr G Prashanth Reddy
MBBS, FRACGP
General Practitioner & Practice Principal
Affectionately known as Dr Reddy, he is the New Owner and Practice Principal of First Point Healthcare, where he leads with a clear vision for excellence in community healthcare. Under his leadership, Beaconsfield Family Medical Practice was proudly recognised as the RACGP Best Practice of the Year, 2024 (Tasmania). His leadership has shaped the clinic into a modern, inclusive, and dynamic practice dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.
Dr Reddy is a dedicated and passionate General Practitioner with a broad scope of experience and a deep commitment to patient-centred care. Since relocating to Australia in 2018, he has worked across several cities—including Melbourne, Perth, and Hervey Bay—before settling in Launceston in March 2022. With extensive experience across general practice, aged care, emergency departments, general medicine, and Indigenous health clinics, Dr Reddy brings a compassionate and comprehensive approach to medicine.
Dr Reddy is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and holds specialist recognition from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
In his ongoing mission to enhance healthcare accessibility, Dr Reddy has thoughtfully expanded First Point Healthcare into a state-of-the-art facility featuring six consultation rooms and a three-bed treatment room .
Dr Sandhya Reddy Manchireddy brings warmth, expertise, and dedication to her role as a General Practitioner. Known for her gentle approach and genuine empathy, she is deeply appreciated for her ability to listen attentively and explain complex medical issues with clarity and compassion.
With special interests in women’s health, paediatrics, and preventative medicine, Dr Sandhya provides comprehensive, personalised care tailored to the unique needs of each individual.
She completed her Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine at Mamata Medical College in India, before gaining valuable clinical experience through her training at St John of God Midland Hospital.
Patients particularly value her thorough, unhurried approach and the welcoming, comfortable environment she creates—one where they feel truly heard, respected, and supported.
Dr Phillips was the principal GP at First Point Healthcare from 2007 to early 2025. With a commitment and dedication to all aspects of General Practice, Dr Jehan Phillips is the perfect family practitioner for you and your loved ones.
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Dr Bianca Perera joined First Point Healthcare in 2012 and enjoys consulting with patients in all aspects of General Practice. Dr Perera also enjoys working with patients who have been injured at work, and is committed to providing comprehensive care.
Dr Aruna ( “Dr.RON” ) Suraweera Arachchige graduated from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka in 2008. He completed his first fellowship in Emergency Medicine in 2021 at National Hospital, Kandy and University Hospital Geelong, Victoria during 2018 to 2020.
He changed his career plans due to family needs and migrated to Tasmania in 2021. He worked in Scottsdale as a GP as well as the visiting medical officer to Northeast Soldiers Memorial Hospital for 4 years while completing his GP fellowship. Dr Suraweera Arachchige’s professional interests are broad but he has special interest and skill in rural and remote medicine, emergency medicine, chronic health disease, and skin conditions. Other areas of interest are men’s health, women’s health, Paediatrics and musculoskeletal medicine. Beyond his medical endeavors, he enjoys spending time with his family, travelling, reading, cinematography and playing cricket.
Dr. Sanjeewa Kumara is a passionate and experienced General Practitioner with over seven years of clinical experience in tertiary care hospitals, primary healthcare, and after-hours general practice in Sri Lanka.
After completing his MBBS at the University of Peradeniya in Sri Lanka back in 2017, He has had exposure in a wide range of clinical specialities including Gynecology & Obstetrics, Paediatrics, General Surgery, Primary Healthcare and General Practice. Recently, he was successful at the Selection exam into Surgical Training and was following Training in ENT at National Hospital, Kandy, a pioneering teaching hospital in Sri Lanka. However, he made a hard decision to transition into General Practice, leaving his ENT training, and he is so excited to continue his career here in beautiful Tasmania.
At First Point Healthcare, he is committed to providing high-quality healthcare tailored to the needs of every patient. He believes in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and enjoys building long-term relationships with his patients and their families.
Whether you are seeking advice on a minor health concern, managing chronic conditions, or looking for a more specialized opinion or advice in ENT or Paediatrics, he is here to support you every step of the way. He is looking forward to becoming part of the Launceston community and helping his patients lead healthier, happier lives.
Dr. Dinali Vithanage is a compassionate and experienced General Practitioner with expertise in general medicine and a special interest in women’s health. She brings invaluable experience from Sri Lanka, where she worked in tertiary care hospitals and as a general practitioner. Dr. Dinali holds a First-Class Honours medical degree from Tianjin Medical University, China.
With a keen focus on both general health and women’s health issues, Dr. Dinali is known for her warm and approachable nature, ensuring her patients feel supported, informed, and empowered in their healthcare journey.
Meet our staff members who are keen to help you and ready to assist you in any manner in our medical centre. Our staff members are quite experienced and talented at their skills.
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