Meet Dr. Shaku and Her Team
Our Physicians
At Willowglen Medical Centre, Toowoomba, our diverse team of general practitioners (GPs) and registered nurses (RNs) brings together dedicated healthcare professionals from many different cultural backgrounds, creating a rich tapestry of experience and perspectives that enhances the care we provide. Most of our doctors are fluent in multiple languages, allowing us to communicate effectively with patients from various communities and ensure that language barriers never stand in the way of quality healthcare. This multicultural approach means we deeply understand the unique health needs, concerns, and cultural considerations that different populations may have, enabling us to provide more personalized and culturally sensitive care.
Despite our varied backgrounds and languages, we are united by a single, unwavering commitment: delivering exceptional healthcare to every Australian patient who walks through our doors. Our doctors and nurses work collaboratively, combining their diverse expertise and cultural insights to create comprehensive treatment plans that respect each patient’s individual needs and values. Whether you’re seeking routine preventive care, managing a chronic condition, or addressing acute health concerns, the dedication to excellence of our doctors ensures that you receive compassionate, professional care that honors both medical best practices and your personal healthcare preferences.
The whole is greater than the sum of its cogs. Meet our team!

Dr. Shaku Shanmugam
MBBS, FRACGP, PRACTICE PRINCIPAL
Dr. Shaku Shanmugam is a proficient General Practitioner dedicated to providing comprehensive health care and devises personalised wellness plans tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Dr. Buddika Wijesiri
MBBS
Dr. “Buddi” Wijesiri is a seasoned healthcare professional with extensive experience across various medical disciplines.

Dr. Mojgan Naseri
MBBS
Dr. Naseri strongly advocates for a holistic approach to medicine. She has extensive experience in all areas of general practice, with a special emphasis on women’s health.

Dr. Najeeb-uddin
MBBS, MRGCP(INT)
Dr. Najeeb has served in leading hospitals and urgent care centers, treating a wide spectrum of medical presentations in both family medicine and emergency settings.

Dr. Saima Sheikh
MBBS, MRGCP(INT)
Dr. Sheikh is a highly qualified doctor with vast experience in treating patients from different ethnic, multicultural, and national backgrounds in urban and regional communities in different countries.
Our Nurses
Registered Nurses play a vital role in delivering safe, high quality care, ensuring patients receive the attention and expertise they deserve. Their professionalism and clinical knowledge are essential to maintaining the trust and wellbeing of our community.
Our nurses bring extensive experience in general practice and a genuine commitment to patient‑centred care. They work closely with our doctors and allied health team to provide coordinated, compassionate support for every individual who visits our clinic.

Gillian – Nurse Team Leader
REGISTERED Nurse Team Leader
As our Nurse Team Leader, Gillian brings more than 30 years of nursing experience across hospital, aged care, and general practice settings.

Carl – Registered Nurse
REGISTERED Nurse
A dedicated Registered Nurse with 8 years of experience in General Practice, Carl providing supportive, patient-centred care to individuals and families in our clinic.
