Dr Casey Sullivan grew up in Tamworth, completed her medical studies at UNSW, and returned home in 2004 with a mission to redefine what community healthcare can be. She went on to own and lead Australia’s first privately owned, Indigenous-owned general practice breaking new ground and proving what culturally informed care can achieve. While she still practices medicine, her focus has evolved into something bigger: closing the gap between health and education so that children and families can access the right support at the right time. Her interests span family and children’s health, men’s and women’s wellbeing, mental health, chronic disease care, and culturally safe healthcare for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. She is a strong advocate for domestic violence awareness and prevention, and created an innovative initiative called the Mumma Bear Program a general practice–led pathway that quietly empowers women experiencing domestic violence, giving them safety, options and the first crucial steps toward change. Most recently, Dr Sullivan has been working alongside the Department of Communities and Justice and out of home care to design new supports for under-privileged children, integrating medical care into learning environments so that barriers don’t become lifelong setbacks. It’s practical innovation with a human heartbeat. In 2024, she was named Indigenous Woman of the Year recognition of her leadership, courage, and the energy she channels into improving lives in Tamworth and beyond.

We’re delighted to welcome Bill Allan, our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner, to the GiggleDocs team. Bill brings a deep commitment to improving health and wellbeing within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. With a gentle, culturally grounded approach, Bill focuses on creating a safe space where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to take charge of their health. His care reflects the GiggleDocs philosophy — supporting the whole person, not just the condition. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community members are invited to book a FREE Indigenous Health Check with Bill. Appointments can now be made easily online through HotDoc. We warmly encourage our First Nations patients to take this opportunity to connect with Bill for a thoughtful, caring discussion about their health and wellbeing.