BBioMed (Hons), MBBS, MMed (Crit Care), Emergency Medicine Adv. Trainee, FRACGP

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Dr Christopher McLean enjoys practicing generalist medicine in all its domains due to its proven impact on the health of the community. He has found that by engaging in a multi-disciplinary team as part of the wider Primary Care Model you can achieve better outcomes for patients and their families. ​

Sydney born, and raised in a family with a long history of military service, he joined the Army through university to serve in the RAAMC as well as Senior Medical Officer. He has since moved his service commitments to part-time so he can pursue further specialist training as an Emergency Physician.   ​​

Chris has three children, Elizabeth, Penelope and Jack. When he is not seeing patients or teaching he is usually managing all the fun that three children under 5 come up with! ​

Chris has special interests in paediatric medicine, family medicine and treating the family as a holistic unit. He also has a focus on long-term Chronic Disease management and Veterans Health.

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B Nurs, B Med, M Adv Prac Nurs (Acute), M Ed Stud, FRACGP

 

Dr Peter is passionate about general practice & practicing ‘slow medicine’ –> which means spending more time with patients to provide better quality of care. This model of care enables real engagement with other care providers to make sure that the GP is truly part of the primary care team – with the patient always at the centre. 

Originally from Newcastle - he has served in the Army for over 20 years. He started out as a Nursing Officer before completing medicine & becoming a Medical Officer. This has included various posting localities across the country: 1st Health Support Battalion; 1st Combat Service Support Battalion; 5/7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment; 7th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment; Army School of Health; 1st Close Health Battalion; & 1st Health Battalion. Dr Peter is still a serving Medical Officer here in Darwin, where he is the Senior Medical Officer of the 1st Health Battalion.

Dr Peter is married to Mandy and has two children – Charlie & Clara. He spends most of his free time being ‘daddy taxi’ ferrying Charlie & Clara around to various sports training + games. This is the family’s second posting to Darwin – and they intend to stay this time!

Dr Peter has special interests in Veteran’s Health (& DVA), lifestyle medicine, Women’s Health, Occupational Medicine (& WorkCover), & Military Medicine.

MD, FRACGP 

 

Warm, Experienced Care for All Ages

Dr. Lise Legault is a dedicated family physician (GP) with over 13 years of experience, bringing a friendly and knowledgeable approach to patient care at VMG Clinic. A Fellow of the Royal Australian College of GPs, she's passionate about building long-term relationships with her patients and their families.

Whether you're new to Darwin or a local resident, Dr. Legault understands the challenges of navigating the healthcare system. She enjoys helping patients feel empowered and informed about their health, offering clear explanations and personalised treatment plans.

A Focus on Women's Health Throughout Life Stages

Dr. Legault has a particular interest in women's health, providing comprehensive care from contraception and preconception advice to pregnancy care, menopause management, and everything in between.

Dr Legault provides IUD insertion and removal ( Mirena, Kyleena and copper) implanon insertion and removal, contraceptive advice, preconception planning, pregnancy management, 6-week postpartum and newborn check, perimenopause and menopause, HRT - hormone replacement therapy.)

Caring for Your Whole Family

From routine checkups to chronic disease management, Dr. Legault offers a wide range of services for patients of all ages. She welcomes children and teens, provides support for workers' compensation claims, and manages various conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis.

A Passion for Family

Originally from Canada, Dr. Legault traded chilly winters for Darwin's sunshine in 2014. A busy mom herself, she understands the unique needs of families and offers compassionate care for all.

"Getting to know my patients and their families is incredibly rewarding," says Dr. Lise. "This allows me to provide truly personalised care that fits their individual needs."

MBBS, FRACGP 

 

Dr. Greville is a qualified General Practitioner (MBBS) from Imperial College, London and underwent his Medical training at Cambridge University.

Dr. Greville has trained in some of the most prestigious Hospitals in London and later completed his internship at the world-renowned Oxford Deanery- (John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford Tertiary Centre)

He has been a GP for almost 13 years and is a well-regarded, established community family doctor. He has been in Darwin for over 5 years.

In addition to his love of General Practice, he holds a qualification in family planning, inserts intrauterine Coils (Copper, Kyleena, and Mirena devices), holds a qualification in skin dermatoscopy, and has completed a course in prolotherapy (pain management injections).

He appreciates the importance of a holistic/ functional approach to health and wellness and is well-suited to the slow, measured medical approach taken at the VMG clinic. He does not have a working background in the Australian Defence Force (ADF), which is a preference for some Veterans. He has been listed as a DVA-recommended GP due to his experience and love of treating Veterans and his pragmatic approach to navigating the ADF system.

Dr. Greville's journey to his current position has been shaped by his personal experiences. Growing up on a farm in rural West Wales, he was deeply involved in lambing, hedge laying, sheepdog training, and choir singing, which instilled in him a strong sense of community and care. Dr. Greville's approach to patient care is characterized by his unwavering courtesy and non-judgmental attitude, a testament to his respect for each individual's unique circumstances and needs.

Providing patient and family-centered medicine is Dr Tash’s passion. Tash enjoys progressive general practice where mind-body health is the foundation of care provided. The central role of the GP inspires her to be an accessible, equitable, and high-quality provider of both physical and mental health. Tash explores her patient's health journey, concerns, experiences and expectations.  Tash works closely with patients to provide individualised multidisciplinary care and interprofessional collaboration for appropriate and sensitive management with close follow-up to ensure safe, holistic, evidence-based medicine integrated into routine general practice and specialist medical care.  

Through quality general practice, Tash’s patients receive comprehensive care encompassing mental and physical health needs, avoiding a distinction between mind and body systems. A holistic, whole-of-person approach informs the assessment and treatment of physical and cognitive concerns. Specifically, Tash manages mental illness using a stepped-care approach to ensure patients receive the appropriate level of care depending on the complexity of their needs.  

Raised in Townsville and having lived and worked amongst Australia's capital cities, regional and rural areas, Tash has a long history of bridging gaps between individuals, communities and institutions, providing holistic health care to adults, children, and people of all backgrounds, including lower socioeconomic status, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and those impacted by trauma. Tash provides equitable and neurodivergent affirming care. Specific areas of interest include mental health, trauma, addiction medicine, rural and emergency medicine, chronic disease (including diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and metabolic syndrome),  paediatric medicine, women’s health across the lifespan, including contraception and family planning and menopause,  newborn health, and men’s health. 

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Tash is a dedicated fitness enthusiast. You can often find her in the local group fitness room, yoga studio, or pool, pursuing her previous fantasy of being a triathlete. Her favorite pastime is spending time on Darwin’s beautiful coastline with her family, including her two kids and her beloved arthritic Labrador cross Bullmastiff, Frankie.  

Tash is studying General Practice psychological interventions and is a member of RACGP, The Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and the Australian Society for Psychological Medicine. Higher education qualifications include Bachelor of Nursing Science (Honours), Post-Graduate Intensive Care Nursing, Post-Graduate Sexual Health and Reproduction; Hyperbaric Nursing, Master’s in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner), Doctor of Medicine; ACEM Certificate in Emergency Medicine; RACGP Rural Generalist candidate in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine.  

Originally from the picturesque NSW Riverina, Morgan made the move to Darwin in 2018, drawn by her love of fishing and hunting alongside her partner, Sam. But it’s the Territory’s warm weather and laid-back lifestyle that have truly captured her heart, making Darwin her home.

With over seven years of experience in medical administration, Morgan is not just a friendly face at the clinic but a key player in enhancing patient experiences. She takes great pride in building rapport with everyone she meets, striving to make every GP visit a little brighter and more personable.

Outside of work, Morgan is a mum, always on the move with her two young sons. Whether she’s whipping up mouthwatering treats in the kitchen or hitting the tennis courts, she brings energy and enthusiasm to everything she does. 

Morgan’s warm, welcoming nature and dedication to her role make her an invaluable part of our team, always ready to greet you with a smile and a helping hand.

Jess grew up in the picturesque town of Bega, renowned for its cheese. With a nursing background, Jess brings a wealth of experience and compassion to their role as Practice Manager at our clinic.

Before joining us, Jess was the Centre Manager for the Veteran & Family Wellbeing Centre, demonstrating a strong commitment to supporting our veterans and their families. Additionally, she managed the Anti D (Rhesus) Program for the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood, showcasing their dedication to critical health initiatives. Jess also worked for Defence Force Recruiting as an Enlistment Coordinator for the RAN/RAFF and the ARA Indigenous Recruitment Coordinator.

Having called Darwin home for the past two years, Jess loves the local community and lifestyle. Jess also has a deep love for the ocean, a passion for cheese, and a heart for rescuing pets; she is currently sharing her home with two rescue dachshunds.