Healthcare Professionals

General Practitioners

Dr Matthew Samarin

Dr Matt is a dedicated specialist General Practitioner who has been practicing medicine since 2014. With a keen focus on providing comprehensive healthcare, Dr Matthew has developed a special interest in women's health, musculoskeletal injury rehabilitation, and cosmetic medicine.

With a commitment to continuous professional development Dr Matt remains up-to-date with the latest medical advancements and treatments. His patient-centered approach and diverse expertise make him a trusted healthcare provider for individuals seeking personalized and high-quality care from someone who will always listen.

Dr Sarah Yarmand

Dr Sarah Yarmand is a Fellowed General Practitioner with extensive experience in emergency medicine, rural healthcare, and medical education. She is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care with special interests in women’s health, diagnostic medicine, preventative medicine, and chronic disease management.

Dr Sarah is known for her thorough and compassionate approach to patient care, valuing accurate diagnosis, continuity of care, and strong therapeutic relationships. Working in regional practice, she supports patients and families across a broad range of health concerns while promoting preventative health and long-term wellbeing.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr Sarah contributes to medical education and the supervision of developing doctors, supporting excellence in rural healthcare delivery.

Dr Daniel Rankmore

Dr Daniel Rankmore is a highly qualified Rural Generalist and Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP-RG), with over 15 years of experience. He holds an MBBS and BSc(Med) from UNSW, along with advanced diplomas in Child Health, Rural Anaesthesia, and Dermoscopy, and a Certificate in Primary Care Dermatology.

From 2017–2025, he was a Director at Tallowood Health, named RACGP Australian General Practice of the Year in 2022. In 2025, he joined MyGP Hub Tamworth to focus on skin cancer medicine, combining diagnostic expertise with procedural care in a dedicated, patient-centered setting.

Dr Aydin Areta

Dr Aydin Areta is a General Practitioner with 22 years of experience across clinical medicine, university teaching and research. He is a former Senior Lecturer at the University of Notre Dame Australia, Sydney School of Medicine, and a former Adjunct Senior Lecturer at the University of New England.

His clinical interests include mental health, chronic disease management and comprehensive whole-person medicine. He is currently undertaking Fellowship training in Integrative Medicine with ACNEM and plans to establish a dedicated integrative clinic from mid-2027. The clinic will focus on healthy middle age, particularly perimenopausal women, fertility and infertility, chronic digestive conditions, and holistic management of chronic and complex disease.

Dr Areta is also completing a PhD in Sociology at the University of New England. His wider interests include humanism, philosophy, Jungian psychoanalysis and archetypal psychology. Outside medicine, he enjoys chess and holds an internationally recognised Dan-grade black belt in Taekwondo.

Dr Saviz Sasani

Dr Saviz Sasani is a highly experienced General Practitioner with a strong background in providing comprehensive healthcare. She has a particular interest in men’s and women’s health, children’s health, chronic disease management, and the promotion of preventative medicine. Outside of work, Dr Sasani enjoys spending time with her beloved fur babies, as well as with her family and friends.

Dr Amin Amiri

Dr Amin Amiri is a dedicated and compassionate GP in Tamworth with 10 years of experience in health clinics and emergency settings. In addition to general practice, Dr Amin has a strong focus on skin health, particularly in skin cancer prevention, detection, and management.

Dr Amin holds certificates in professional and advanced skin cancer surgery from Healthcare Education. He is a proud member of the Skin Cancer College of Australasia and is certified in both skin cancer medicine and dermoscopy. Currently, he is progressing towards achieving fellowship status in Skin Cancer from the Skin Cancer College of Australasia.

Dr Zahra Ahmadzadeh

Dr Zahra is recognised for her compassionate approach, clinical excellence, and dedication to delivering high-quality care to all her patients.

Before joining our practice, Dr Zahra spent two years overseas working in rural and emergency medical environments. This experience allowed her to refine her skills in high-pressure settings and fostered a deep commitment to providing accessible healthcare to communities in need.

Her diverse expertise ensures a holistic and patient-centred approach to healthcare. Dr Zahra is passionate about empowering her patients with the knowledge and support they need to achieve better health outcomes.

Dr Siavash Abedini

Originally from Mashhad, a city in the northeast of Iran, Dr Abedini graduated from Mashhad University of Medical Sciences and brings almost 10 years of experience as a General Practitioner (GP) in Iran.

Having developed a deep appreciation for the culture and people of Tamworth, Dr Siavash is excited to begin a long-term career in our city, where he looks forward to contributing to the health and well-being of our community.

Dr Samareh Pourmohseni

Dr Samareh is a General Practitioner with over 10 years of clinical experience in general practice. She has worked both overseas and within the Australian healthcare system, gaining valuable experience in managing a wide range of patient presentations.

She has a strong background in aesthetic medicine and a growing interest in skin cancer medicine, and is currently undertaking further training in these areas.

Her clinical interests include women’s health, chronic disease management, musculoskeletal conditions and cosmetic medicine. She is committed to staying up to date with the latest medical knowledge and providing evidence-based care to her patients.

She takes a patient-centred approach and values building long-term relationships to support better health outcomes.

Outside of work, she enjoys exercise, spending time in nature, and exploring the outdoors with her family and connecting with people.

Dr Zamyad Salaty

Dr Zamyad Salaty has been working as a Medical Doctor since 2000. He started his career working as a GP in rural areas, where he developed a keen interest in managing chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, osteoarthritis, as well as paediatric conditions.

He completed specialisation training in Orthopaedics and, for the past 15 years, in addition to general practice, has worked extensively in the field of Orthopaedic Surgery, sports injuries, and fractures. Having gained extensive experience in treating sports injuries, disc diseases, osteoarthritis, tendon injuries, fractures, deep lacerations and complex wound repairs, as well as performing joint and tendon injections, excision of skin lesions, cysts and soft tissue lumps, he has performed more than 5000 surgeries and procedures.

From July 2024 to December 2025, Dr Salaty worked as a General Practitioner in Goulburn, NSW, providing comprehensive patient care in Australian general practice. He is now commencing the next stage of his career in Tamworth.

Dr Yasaman Fakhar

Dr Yasaman is a compassionate and dedicated General Practitioner with over 10 years of experience working across hospital, rural, and general practice settings. She is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care and enjoys supporting patients through all stages of life.

In addition to her experience in general practice, Dr Yasaman has completed specialised training in Nuclear Medicine, giving her advanced expertise in medical imaging interpretation, heart and kidney health, and cancer detection and follow-up care.

Dr Yasaman is passionate about delivering high-quality clinical knowledge and expertise across the areas of general practice, including women’s health, men’s health, children’s health, chronic disease management, preventive medicine, musculoskeletal and mental wellbeing.

She believes in building strong, trusting relationships with her patients and providing the guidance, support, and personalised care needed to achieve long-term health and wellbeing.

Dr Mohamad Alcott

Dr Mohamad Alcott is a GP registrar with a strong interest in preventative healthcare and helping patients make sustainable improvements to their long-term wellbeing.

He enjoys supporting patients with nutrition and weight management, sports-related injuries, and the identification and management of cardiovascular risk factors.

Dr Alcott takes a practical, patient-centred approach and values working collaboratively with patients to develop realistic treatment plans suited to their individual circumstances and goals. He welcomes patients of all ages and is committed to providing respectful, thorough and evidence-based care.

Scott Geppert

Scott is a Qualified massage therapist based in Tamworth, offering relaxation, remedial, deep tissue, and cupping treatments. Focused on restoring balance, relieving tension, and supporting your wellbeing-one session at a time. Helping you move better, feel better.

Josh Philp

Registered Nurse

Trudie Brown

Registered Nurse

Rena Baldwin

Registered Nurse