3 Best Endocrinologists in Sunshine Coast

“Dr Deepali Shirkhedkar has been practising in the field for over 28 years. She earned her medical degree in India in 1996. She trained in endocrinology and internal medicine in Sydney. She worked at St. Vincent's Hospital for two years, focusing on diabetes management and research. She gained experience in bone and mineral metabolism and obesity management at Concord Hospital. Dr Deepali Shirkhedkar also worked on hormone evaluations for infertility at Westmead Hospital. She uses the latest instruments and technologies to provide highly qualified medical treatment to patients. She also treats lipid disorders, polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, and osteoporosis. Dr Deepali Shirkhedkar also practices at Redcliffe Hospital.”

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“Dr Pretissha Harrichund is a South African-trained specialist consultant with dual recognition as a physician and endocrinologist. She holds a master's degree in medicine and published a study on renal transplant patients in the local endocrine journal, "JEMDSA," in 2008. Her extensive knowledge of the public, medical education, and private hospital systems has allowed Dr Pretissha Harrichund to identify gaps in healthcare delivery, which motivated her to establish the Precision Healthcare Centre. Dr Pretissha Harrichund strongly supports precision medicine and aims to close the healthcare gap by employing a holistic model of care and tailoring treatments to the individual.”

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“Dr Ali Sharafi established the Sunshine Coast Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists practice based at Buderim Private Hospital in January 2016. He has over 16 years of experience in the endocrinology field. He earned his medical degree from the Kerman University of Medical Sciences. He has worked in Australia for more than ten years. Dr Ali Sharafi worked as a staff specialist for six months in Cairns and as a locum general physician and endocrinologist in North West Tasmania for five months. He improves the management of diabetes in pregnancy and gestational diabetes. Dr Ali Sharafi focuses on the medical conditions of the endocrine system, such as adrenal, pituitary, and thyroid diseases.”

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