clynden ave
About us
Shami opened clynden ave in January 2024 to care for her patients in a space of calm, safety, and respect. Since then, clynden ave has grown to become a centre for specialist care, provided by the best of the best.
The building was previously occupied by an architectural firm, which you will feel immediately as you step into the space.
Bright light and a warm welcome await you.
Meet your team
Nicky & Sandra : The gals in your corner
Our Specialists
Dr Shami Kathurusinghe
Gynaecologist | Expert Laparoscopic Surgeon
BBiomedSci, MBBS, FRANZCOG, AATP (AGES)
Shami is a highly sought-after gynaecologist who operates in public and private hospitals. She has trained in minimally invasive surgery at nationally and internationally renowned centres of excellence and believes in holistic high-standard evidence-based medicine.
She values your right to be fully informed of your treatment and options, checking in with you at every step. An advocate for female empowerment, Shami’s objective is to ensure that everyone feels heard, and has autonomy over their body and decision-making process.
Surgery is performed only when necessary and is completed with the utmost precision and excellence with ongoing aftercare. She will take you under her wing until you are happy and ready to fly on your own again.
She is well known for her charming bedside manner and kind compassion for you and your journey.
Dr Sarah Arachchi
General Paediatrician
MBBS (Hons) FRACP Dip.C.H
A mother herself, Sarah understands both the joys and challenges of parenthood, and she understands unequivocally, a parent’s desire to see their children happy, healthy, and thriving.
Sarah cares for children from infancy through to adolescence, for routine check-ups, preventive care, or managing more complex health and behaivoural concerns.
Sarah is a warm and bubbly practitioner who provides high-quality heartfelt care to her little superstar patients.
Dr Rashi Kalra
General Gynaecologist | CREI Fertility & IVF Specialist | Laparoscopic Surgeon
BSc, MBBS (Hons), FRANZCOG, CREI
Rashi is devoted to helping those struggling with infertility to achieve their dreams: whether it is starting a family or growing one! She is passionate about communication, educating women and their partners about all their fertility options, and empowering them to make informed independent choices about their future and reproductive health.
Rashi is teamed up with her alma mater, Melbourne IVF
- Victoria’s leading fertility specialist - to provide you with the best possible chance at success.
Dr Baljit K Rana
Certified Menopause Coach
PhD Psychology | BPS Chartered Psychologist | Academic
Baljit is a British Psychological Society Charted Psychologist and Academic, trained in positive psychology, neuroscience and neurolinguistic programming. Baljit is also a Certified Menopause and Menstruation Coach and Certified Life Coach. She brings her psychological and academic knowledge, experience and coaching skills, to support women of all ages, to navigate the complex physical and emotional challenges of menstruation and menopause. Baljit founded MenoBloom to equip women with strategies, mechanisms, and women-centric psychological behavioural tools, to self-harmonize the mind, body, and spirit. She provides supportive holistic person-focused coaching techniques and strategies to help women and girls bridge the gap between where they are now and where they want to be; feel empowered to make their own decisions; setting realistic and actionable goals that align with their values, desires and priorities.
Dr Meena Mittal
Pain Specialist | Anaesthetist
MBBS (Hons), FANZCA, FFPMANZCA, GAICD
Meena is committed to helping patients understand their chronic pain and implement strategies to manage it. She understands the difficulty and toll, pain can take on one’s day-to-day life, and she operates with an unwavering determination to mitigate your suffering. She provides comprehensive care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, allied health professionals, and occupational therapists to get you the best outcome.
Meena designs and tailors treatments to meet the unique needs of each patient, ensuring a holistic and effective approach to pain relief, placing paramount focus on ultimately improving your overall quality of life.
Emma Drake
Pelvic Health Physiotherapist
BA Physiotherapy | APA Titled Women’s, Men’s & Pelvic Health Physiotherapist | Post Grad Cert (Continence & Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation)
Emma is a genuine, caring Pelvic Health Physiotherapist with over a decade of experience and expertise in her field. She has completed extensive professional development in the areas of pelvic pain, bladder, prolapse, pregnancy & post-natal care, and bowel disorders. She prides herself in her calming presence, allowing you to feel comfortable and at ease throughout your experience. Emma understands that pelvic health issues can be unfamiliar and a sensitive subject; she will hold your hand and guide you to a better health outcome.
