Our Doctors
Dr Mark Colbridge
Dr Mark specialises in all aspects of family medicine and general practice. He is accredited to perform AMSA, occupational and recreational dive medicals as well as other work related medical examinations.
Born in the north east of England and trained at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, Dr Mark initially trained in adult acute hospital medicine and then in adult infectious diseases, tropical medicine and HIV.
He then changed the path of his medical career to specialise in family medicine and general practice.
After several years of working at Cairns Base Hospital, and globetrotting, he became a principal partner in a practice in Newcastle (UK) before settling in Port Douglas as a principal partner.
Dr Mark is married to Karri, with whom he shares three children Murray, Daisy and Ruby.
AMSA Medicals
Dive Medicals
Dr Jacqueline Reid
Dr Jacqui originally hails from Scotland but has called far north Queensland home for a very long time now.
In her spare time, Dr Jacqui enjoys frequent flying, art and cultural exhibitions, food festivals, yoga and hiking.
Dr Jacqui has a keen interest in family medicine, women’s health and mental health.
Dr Jacqui privately bills all patients.
Dr Jennifer Wilson
Dr Jenny trained initially in psychology before moving to studying medicine at the University of Queensland, completing her studies in 2013. She then moved to Cairns to pursue further training, which included an Advanced Skill Year in Adult Internal Medicine at Cairns Hospital, before fellowing as a Rural Generalist GP in 2018.
She initially worked with Port Doctors in 2017-2018 before taking a yearlong sabbatical to travel the world with her husband, Dave. Realising that they missed the tropics, Jenny and Dave have returned to settle in the area with Jenny becoming a principal partner in the practice in 2019.
Outside of work she enjoys photography, gardening, and exploring nature both locally and while travelling overseas.
Dr Jenny enjoys the variety of medicine that general practice brings, and has particular interests in mental health, women’s health and sexual health.
Dr David Rathmell
Dr Dave is a GP who has worked in the far north for eight years. He studied at James Cook University in Townsville and has previously worked at Cairns, Atherton and Mareeba Hospitals before qualifying in general practice.
In his time outside of work, he likes to travel with his wife, Jenny, and keep fit at the gym.
Dr Dave has an extensive knowledge of the local health services in the Cairns region. He has an interest in skin cancer medicine, sexual health, and adolescent medicine.
Dr Helen Hobson
Dr Helen grew up on a dairy farm in the UK and moved to Australia twenty years ago. She studied at Cambridge University and Bart's and the Royal London hospitals before completing her medical degrees at James Cook University. She has been a GP in the area since 2009.
Dr Helen's primary interest is in family medicine, particularly child health, and she enjoys her work at the local Aboriginal Medical Service.
Dr Helen is not taking on any new patients at this stage.
Dr Sean Walsh
Dr Sean is originally from Ireland and graduated in medicine from the University of Limerick. Prior to medicine he completed a degree and masters in psychology. He worked in Brisbane and Melbourne as a registrar in intensive care and emergency medicine before starting in general practice.
Dr Sean enjoys living in Far North Queensland and looks forward to meeting patients from the local area. In his spare time he enjoys keeping fit, travelling and playing golf.
Dr Annaleice Rose
Dr Annie is a dedicated and compassionate Registrar in General Practitioner with a special interest in rural medicine, chronic disease management and women’s health. Dr Annie is committed to providing comprehensive and personalised care to all patients.
Having grown up in the Mossman/Port Doulas region, Dr Rose understands the unique challenges and needs of patients in this area. She is passionate that patients receive high-quality care, regardless of their location.
Dr Annie believes in a holistic approach to health, focusing on prevention, education, and long-term management to improve patients’ quality of life.
Prior to medicine, Dr Annie studied Zoology and Ecology and is knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna found in Far North Queensland. She enjoys spending time outside with her young family which helps to maintain a balanced and fulfilling life.
Dr Annie is currently on maternity leave.
Dr Blake Kelly
Dr Blake completed his medical training at University of Sydney and internship in western Sydney before moving to far north Queensland and starting a family. He is a GP registrar/Rural Generalist dual trainee with a broad range of interests including:
- Acute Medicine
- Paediatrics
- Minor Procedures
- Skin Cancer
- Sports Medicine
- Preventative health
- Sexual Health
When he is not working, he is usually in the garden or spending time with his wife and son.
Dr Fang-Wei Chen
Dr Fang-Wei grew up in Brisbane and completed her medical training at the University of Queensland in 2012. She enjoys all aspects of General Practice and has a special interest in Lifestyle Medicine.
In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, gardening, and wrangling her two young children.
Dr Fang-Wei is based in Brisbane and has been working with the University of Queensland to explore how telehealth can be used to support patients in rural and remote communities. She will commence providing Telehealth services to our Port Village Medical Centre in mid-November.
Dr Jade Dunstan
Dr Jade is from Hobart, Tasmania graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine/Surgery from the University of Tasmania in 2015. She then spent two years working in North Queensland at The Townsville Hospital before relocating to the Sunshine Coast.
Dr Jade enjoys all areas of General Practice with a special interest in women and children’s health, chronic disease management and lifestyle medicine. Dr Jade has a focus on preventative health and empowering patients in their own health journeys.
Dr Jade has completed a Diploma of Child Health in 2018. She is currently also working as a General Practitioner at Wandi Nerida an inpatient eating disorder facility on the Sunshine Coast.
Outside of work Dr Jade enjoys spending time with her young family and Golden Retriever Odie (which doesn’t leave much time for anything else).
Dr Jade is based in Sunshine Coast and will be working to explore how telehealth can be used to support patients in rural and remote communities. She will commence providing telehealth services to our Mossman Medical Centre in early December.
Dr Jessica O’Connor
Dr Jess grew up in Central Western and Northern NSW. She moved to Townsville to study medicine at James Cook University, which further cemented her interest in rural, remote and Indigenous health. Following graduation, she worked in Townsville and Ingham Hospitals; however, in 2016 to be closer to family she made the move to Sydney to begin General Practice training. She found working in a different environment extremely rewarding and interesting, however, felt the need to return to the bush. Ties to North Queensland have always been strong, having married locally.
Outside of work she enjoys swimming, martial arts, good food and exploring the outdoors with her husband.
Dr Jess has a special interest in paediatrics, women’s health, preventative medicine, sexual health and antenatal care. However, she enjoys all aspects of General Practice and getting to know her patients.
Dr Jess is currently on maternity leave.