Our Team
Weight loss surgery is one part of your journey to better health. That’s why long term follow-up with a multidisciplinary team is important to ensure your ongoing success.
Clinical
Ali
Qualified as a Registered Nurse since 2007, Ali is an accomplished member of the multi-disciplinary team. Her diversity of previous roles range from being a Clinical Nurse Specialist within a leading paediatric hospital, to a treatment room coordinator in the GP setting, focusing on acute and chronic health issues.
More recently, she has dedicated herself to the field of bariatric and metabolic surgery as she is deeply passionate about this area and the value it can bring to people’s lives. Alongside the clinical aspects of the surgical journey, Ali oversees Dr Puhalla’s research.
If you have any questions about the surgical journey, need help troubleshooting an issue, or simply want to celebrate your success, please speak with our nurse!
Julie Albrecht
With over 30 years of experience, dietitian Julie Albrecht will guide you through your pre and post operative dietary requirements, and tailor a meal plan to suit your individual needs. With extensive experience in bariatrics, Julie will help you maintain healthy nutrition and weight loss.
Breda Grimly
With over 10 years experience Breda completed her psychology degree at the Universty of Southern Queensland in 2011. Breda has extensive experience conducting psychological assessments as well as taking on therapeutic roles in supporting bariatric patients.
Using evidence-based psychotherapies to support my clients to adopt new thought processes towards life situations.
Admin
Sarah