Your Practitioners
Meet the dedicated practitioners consulting at EAHC Newton
Dr. Joe Alvaro
MBBS, DipObstRACOG
Dr. Simon Hayward
MD, FRACGP, B App Sci(Med. Lab Sci), B App Sci(Podiatry) Hons
Dr. Joe Alvaro is one of our bilingual general practitioners dedicated to serving both the Italian community and the broader Australian population. With a strong focus on Chronic Disease Management, he is committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care tailored to the unique needs of each individual.
Simon has always had an affinity for health care and spent his initial post graduate years working in the pathology area as a hospital scientist before going on to further study and obtaining qualifications as a podiatrist while living in New South Wales. Simon returned to South Australia in 2007 where he practiced podiatry for several years before completing his medical training at Flinders University. Simon gained experience in numerous specialities in the hospital system before commencing and completing his GP training and obtaining FRACGP accreditation.
Simon enjoys all aspects of general practice and has significant experience in musculoskeletal medicine and conditions of the lower leg and foot.
In his spare time, Simon enjoys travelling, photography and snow skiing, preferably all at the same time.
Dr. Maria Sauchelli
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr. Ellen Stamati
MBBS, Registrar
Dr. Maria Sauchelli began her medical career as a rural GP on the Yorke Peninsula, where she served the community for seven years. Dr. Sauchelli brings a wealth of experience and compassion to her practice. In addition to her clinical expertise, she is fluent in both Italian and Spanish, offering valuable multilingual support to a diverse patient base. She currently offers face-to-face and telehealth consults from our Newton practice four days a week.
Dr. Ellen Stamati is a trainee of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners and graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2019. She has a particular interest in women’s health, pregnancy, paediatrics, contraception, and psychiatry. She holds a certificate of completion in the Sydney Child Health Program (formerly Diploma of Child Health), and is accredited to provide antenatal shared care, as well as Implanon insertions/removals.
Dr. Olivia Chen
MB BCh BAO (2001) MRCGP (2011) FRACGP
Dr Olivia Chen, originally from Sydney, graduated from Trinity College, Dublin, and trained in acute and adult medicine at a major London hospital before completing a GP training program. Awarded Fellowship of General Practitioners (UK) in 2011, she returned to Australia in 2012 and gained Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. With over 10 years in General Practice, Dr Chen is passionate about all aspects of care, particularly women's health, chronic conditions, obesity, and the role of diet and exercise in overall well-being. Dr. Chen also runs a dedicated monthly cervical screening clinic.
Tom Beck - Physiotherapist
MPhys, GradCert (Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy), B.App.Sci (Human Movement)
After completing his Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Movement) in 2004, Tom followed a Master’s degree in Physiotherapy in 2006, and a post-grad in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy and Pain Management in 2012. Tom is a highly skilled musculoskeletal physiotherapist, who applies evidence-based and clinically proven techniques to treat your pain and injury. Given his extensive experience and qualifications, Tom is highly capable of managing the most complex conditions, with great success. His goal is to work closely with you, so you can live your life, free from pain.​
Dr. Andrew Kellie
MBBS, MGPPsych(Clin), FRACGP, AFCHSM, AMA(M), SBStJ
Dr. Kellie has practised in the Newton area for thirty-five years, and he has been an owner of general practices and other health related businesses for more than thirty years. He has a Masters degree in General Practice Psychiatry, is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, and an Associate Fellow of the Australasian College of Health Service Managers. His special interests are education in primary health care, general practice psychiatry, chronic disease management, and clinical and corporate governance as they inform best practice. Dr Kellie is a health care system researcher with SAHMRI’s Registry of Senior Australians and he is also one of our doctors who offer antenatal shared care.
Dr. Michael Menezes
Registrar
Dr. Menezes is a GP in training and is also proudly serving as a doctor in the Australian Army. He is passionate about contributing to his community and enabling his patients to live healthier lives through primary and preventative healthcare. For the last 3 years Dr. Menezes has gained valuable experience in Western Australia in general practice as well as wide variety of hospital based rotations including Emergency Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery and specialty rotations such as haematology. He strongly believes in holistic health care whereby each patient is considered on an individual level and where the doctor and patient work together on the patient's health. Outside of medicine, Dr. Menezes enjoys spending quality time with his wife and baby son. He also enjoys playing futsal and training and competing in dog sports with his German Shepherd.
Ali Alraddy - Podiatrist
B.POD, MAPA.ACC.POD
Ali obtained his Podiatry Qualifications through his studies at the University of South Australia. He is also a member of the Australian Podiatry Association. He has gained extensive clinical experience and knowledge working within various aspects of public sector podiatry, private sector podiatry, community health and age care. He pursues an active interest in Biomechanics and Sport injuries, Paediatric podiatry and Nail Surgery. In his recreational time, Ali enjoys all things sport, including soccer, volleyball, basketball, Judo and general fitness.
Are you a GP, Allied Health Practitioner or Medical Specialist and want to become part of a dynamic group of practitioners dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care?
Visit our Practitioner Opportunities page to see how you can grow your practice or start fresh in a supportive, well-equipped facility designed for your success. Thrive with the support you deserve!