Our Team – new – Medical Centre in South Morang

Meet the Team

A team of professional doctors, ready to care for your medical needs. Our team of dedicated General Practitioners (GPs) are here to improve your health journey. Establishing a long-term relationship with a GP you trust is vital for your overall well-being and here at Amit Medical Group, you can find someone you feel at ease with and can openly discuss your health issues.

General Practitioners

Specialist Doctors

Allied Health & Practice Staff

Amit Medical Group Doctors

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Dr Mahalingam Piratheepan

Practice Principal, General Practitioner, Male, MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Mahalingam Piratheepan

Practice Principal, General Practitioner, Male, MBBS, FRACGP

Dr. Piratheepan obtained his primary medical degree (MBBS) in Sri Lanka. He has worked in a wide range of clinical settings including medicine, plastic surgery, gynaecology, obstetrics, and paediatrics. He obtained his fellowship (FRACGP) in Australia and completed a postgraduate diploma in child health. Dr Piratheepan currently works 7 days a week.
Dr Piratheepan operates his own medical services business at Plenty Road Health Services, 784 Plenty Rd South Morang, VIC 3752 under the ABN: 92647605347

Location:
- Grimshaw St. Medical Clinic
- Plenty Road Health Services

Areas of Interest:
- Childrens health
- Men and women’s health
- Chronic disease management
- Elderly care
- Family medicine
- Aboriginal health
- Mental health
- Pain management

Languages spoken:
- English
- Sinhalese
- Tamil

Dr Nalini Rajaraman

General Practitioner, Female, MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Nalini Rajaraman

General Practitioner, Female, MBBS, FRACGP

Dr. Nalini Rajaraman, an MBBS graduate from India is a highly skilled and compassionate medical professional with diverse and accomplished background. She initially gained valuable experience in intensive care, internal medicine, and emergency medicine. Further pursuing her passion for diagnostic imaging, Dr. Rajaraman completed her fellowship training in Radiology.

After moving to Australia, Dr. Rajaraman joined the emergency medicine team at the Northern Hospital, where she has been dedicating her expertise for the past 8 years. Her commitment to delivering exceptional care has earned her respect from colleagues and patients alike.

Driven by a desire to broaden her medical expertise, Dr. Rajaraman obtained her Fellowship in General Practice in Australia. This qualification further enhanced her ability to offer comprehensive care to her patients. With her passion for delivering exceptional care, Dr. Nalini Rajaraman is committed to making a positive impact on her patients' lives. Her diverse skills and dedication to continuous learning make her a valuable asset to the medical community, ensuring the well-being of those under her care.
Dr. Rajaraman operates her own medical services business at Plenty Road Health Services, 784 Plenty Rd South Morang, VIC 3752 under the ABN: 52665465252

Areas of interest:
- General Family Medicine
- Woman's health
- Children's health
- Mental health
- Minor surgical procedures
- Skin lesions
- Geriatric Health
- Chronic disease management
- Early recognition and treatment of emergency medical conditions
- Simple fracture care

Languages spoken: 
- English
- Tamil

Dr Darious Jerome Frank

General Practitioner, Male, FRACGP, MBBS (Hons)

Dr Darious Jerome Frank

General Practitioner, Male, FRACGP, MBBS (Hons)

Dr. Darious Jerome Frank graduated from medicine at University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka in 2005. He obtained fellowship (FRACGP)in Australia. Before becoming a GP, Darious worked in different departments of rural hospitals in Victoria including ICU, Emergency, Paediatrics, Gynaecology and Obstetrics. Darious has completed diploma in child health.

He enjoys the variety and challenges of general practice. Outside his work, Darious spends quality time with his family. His hobbies are gardening, travelling, watching movies and listening to music.
Dr. Frank operates his own medical services business atPlenty Road Health Services, 784 Plenty Rd South Morang, VIC 3752 under the ABN: 58651052916

Areas of interest:
- Paediatric Medicine
- Dermatology
-Men’s and women’s health
- Travel Medicine
- Chronic Disease Management

Languages spoken: 
- English
- Tamil

Dr Usha Devi Venkataraman

General Practitioner, Female, MBBS, FRACGP

Dr Usha Devi Venkataraman

General Practitioner, Female, MBBS, FRACGP

Dr. Usha was born and educated in India before migrating to Australia in 1982. She began her career at Psychiatric Hospital-Plenty Hospital in Victoria, where she worked from 1984 to 1987. In 1988, she launched her solo practice in Mill Park, Victoria, which she successfully ran for 30 years.

Starting in October 2024, Dr. Usha joined Plenty Road Health Services and Grimshaw St Medical Clinic of Amit Medical Group, where she works part-time. With over three decades of experience as a solo GP, she has acquired extensive knowledge and skills. In 2002,

Dr. Usha expanded her expertise to include cosmetic procedures and currently offers dermal fillers and anti-wrinkle injections. Additionally, she is proficient in all GP procedures, including biopsies, excisions, and suturing.

Dr. Usha has a keen interest in all areas of General Practice, including dermatology. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and traveling the world.

Areas of interest:
Anti Wrinkle injections
General Family Medicine
Antenatal care
Chronic disease management
Health assessments
Mental health
Women's health
Child & Adolescent Health
Cosmetic medicine
Dermal Fillers
Minor surgical procedures

Dr Aletta Mmapula Mphisa

General Practitioner, Female, FRACGP, MBBS

Dr Aletta Mmapula Mphisa

General Practitioner, Female, FRACGP, MBBS

Dr Aletta completed her MBBS at the University of Melbourne in 2011. Her special interests include Women’s Health, Mental Health and Chronic Pain. She employs a practical, whole-person approach and is enthusiastic about serving the broader community. When she is not working, she enjoys cycling casually, jigsaw puzzles and singing.

Dr Long Nguyen

General Practitioner, Male, MD, BSc (Hons)

Dr Long Nguyen

General Practitioner, Male, MD, BSc (Hons)

Dr. Long Nguyen is a dedicated General Practitioner with a strong community focus and a passion for improving health outcomes. He believes in working collaboratively with patients to empower them to lead healthier lives.

After earning his Doctor of Medicine with Honours from The University of Melbourne, Dr. Long Nguyen gained extensive experience working in regional hospitals across Victoria, where he trained in a diverse range of specialties, including Pediatrics and Palliative Care.

He welcomes patients from all backgrounds and orientations, ensuring a supportive and inclusive approach to healthcare.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Long Nguyen enjoys great food, good company, and traveling. He also stays active with the help of his energetic 10-year-old kelpie!

Specialist Doctors

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Dr. Pavany Arulliah

General Physician

Dr. Pavany Arulliah is a specialist physician in general medicine and a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Along with managing complex medical conditions, she has a special interest in metabolic syndrome and weight management.

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Dr. Pavany Arulliah

General Physician

Dr Pavany Arulliah
Specialist Physician – Adult General Medicine (FRACP)

Dr Pavany Arulliah is a Specialist Physician in Adult General Medicine and a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP). She provides comprehensive, evidence-based care for adults with a broad range of acute and chronic medical conditions across both public and private healthcare settings.

Dr Arulliah has extensive experience in managing complex and multisystem disease, including challenging diagnostic presentations. She is committed to delivering high-quality, holistic, patient-centred care tailored to individual needs.

Clinical Interests & Services

Weight management
Management of perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms
Cardiometabolic health, including:
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Dyslipidaemia
- Metabolic syndrome
Complex medical conditions
Diagnostic dilemmas
Individualised chronic disease management

Approach to Care

Holistic, whole-person care
Focus on preventive medicine
Individualised management plans
Lifestyle modification alongside evidence-based therapy
Collaborative, patient-centred decision making

Appointments & Referrals
Consultations are available via face-to-face appointments and telehealth.
Referrals are currently being accepted, with an expected waiting time of less than two weeks.

Referrals can be sent through HealthLink or directly emailed to drarulliah@plentyroadhealthservices.com.au

Dr. Arulliah operates her own medical services business at Plenty Road Health Services, 784 Plenty Rd South Morang, VIC 3752 under the ABN: 85713501299

Phone:0384071400
Email:drarulliah@plentyroadhealthservices.com.au

Allied Health and Practice Staff

Practice Nurses GSMC

Registered Nurse
Susmitha Manne
Registered Nurse
Pooja Bishnoi
Registered Nurse
Daneca Toledana

Allied Health GSMC

Following Independent Allied Health Professionals Provide their Services

Dietician
Noela Kluchkovsky
(NOELA KLUCHKOVSKY
ABN: 61428272187)

Physiotherapist
Jasmeet Kaur
(Northern Physio Pty Ltd
ABN:68646250482
www.northernphysio.com)

Admin & Reception Team GSMC

Rajvir
Jennifer
Ivana Vangeli
Hariharan
Ashwyn Gunasegaran
Amsavi Gopalasingam
Suhanayan Piratheepan

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Amit Medical Group Doctors

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Dr Mahalingam Piratheepan

Dr Nalini Rajaraman

Dr Darious Jerome Frank

Dr Usha Devi Venkataraman

Dr Aletta Mmapula Mphisa

Dr Long Nguyen

Specialist Doctors

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Dr. Pavany Arulliah

Allied Health and Practice Staff

Useful Links

Grimshaw St. Medical Clinic

Plenty Road Health Services

Opening Hours

Meet the Team

Amit Medical Group Doctors

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Dr Mahalingam Piratheepan

Dr Nalini Rajaraman

Dr Darious Jerome Frank

Dr Usha Devi Venkataraman

Dr Aletta Mmapula Mphisa

Dr Long Nguyen

Specialist Doctors

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Dr. Pavany Arulliah

Allied Health and Practice Staff

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Our team is ready to give you the best medical care!

Useful Links

Grimshaw St. Medical Clinic

Plenty Road Health Services

Opening Hours