DOCTORS AND STAFF
High Street Family Practice brings together experienced doctors, nurses, reception staff, and allied health providers to support patients across a range of general practice needs.
- Accepting New Patients
- Online Booking 24/7
- Phone Consultations
Patient Safety
Patient safety is central to the way the practice operates, with care provided in a safe, respectful, and professional environment.
Respectful Care
Patients are treated with dignity, privacy, and consideration throughout their interactions with the practice.
Clear Communication
Information is provided in a way patients can understand, with opportunities to ask questions and discuss care options.
Continuous Improvement
Patient feedback, training, and practice systems help support ongoing improvements in care and service delivery.
GENERAL PRACTITIONERS
Doctors at High Street Family Practice
Learn more about the doctors consulting at High Street Family Practice, including their qualifications, areas of interest, and consulting days.
Dr Adam Ting
MBChB
Dr Adam Ting has been with us since January 2024. He is working Monday-Thursday.
He has a special interest in Chronic disease management.
Dr Ali Kidmas
BM, BCH;FRCS;(Glas);FWACS;FRACGP
Dr Kidmas moved to Tasmania over 15 years ago, first serving in the West Coast of Tasmania for 3 years before relocating to Launceston in December 2010. His basic medical training was from the University of Jos, Nigeria, graduating in 1992. He has worked in several countries, the last being Republic of Marshall Islands before relocating to Tasmania. He attained, through training and examinations, Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons of Glasgow (2001), Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons (2002), Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (2009)
He finds working through the often undifferentiated medical problems and chronic conditions that presents to General Practice both engaging and stimulating. His interest in General Practice includes chronic diseases, childhood problems, mental health and minor procedures.
He is a casual Tutor at the Launceston Clinical School, University of Tasmania.
Dr Barrie Leon
MBBS
I come from a family of GPs (my father, my brother, my uncles).
I graduated from Sydney Uni in 1975 and spent the next five years working at different hospitals.
I established my own general practice in Sydney in 1980. I worked there for the next 44 years and built up a solid community connection.
To me, one of the great joys and unique opportunities of general practice is that it truly does offer a chance to genuinely meet and to some extent become part of families.
Now that I have relocated to beautiful Launceston, I look forward to continuing my vocation to helping people across the broad spectrum that general practice offers.
Dr Banya Debnath
MBBS, FRACGP
Dr Debnath has been working at this practice since 2019. She enjoys managing a variety of conditions.
Currently working Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Dr Elkanah Kabilis
MBBS MSc PGDip Family Medicine
Elkanah graduated from medical school in 2008 and has worked in several hospitals before migrating to Australia in 2023. He has a master’s degree in human physiology and obtained the membership of the Family Medicine Faculty of the West African College of Physicians through training and examinations as well as Postgraduate diploma in Family Medicine from Loma Linda University USA/CMC Vellore India.
Elkanah has special interest in whole person health, management of chronic diseases, Health assessments, Men’s health, women’s health, child health, travel health, immunisation, mental health and medical education.
He currently works five days per week at High Street Family Practice as RACGP FSP Registrar.
Dr Leo van den Heuvel
MBBS (Usyd)
Dr Leo van den Heuvel has been working with us since March 2018.
Dr Leo is a GP from Sydney who has relocated to Tasmania and is currently working with us on a two week on two week off basis.
Dr Victor Dare
MBBS
Dr Victor Dare joined High Street Family Practice in July 2024, he has a special interest in General medicine, management of chronic diseases, emergency medicine, Health assessments, Men’s health, women’s health, antenatal care, child health, travel health, immunisation, mental health, family medicine, Implanon insertion and removal, contraception.
MEET THE PRACTICE NURSES
Supporting Patient Care
Practice nurses assist with a range of clinical services, including immunisations, health assessments, wound care, and chronic disease management.
Ally
Registered Nurse
Previously she has been working in the Hospital sector. She has now been a part of our team for over 8 years. Ally has an interest in chronic wound management and is a valuable endorsed nurse immuniser.
Louise
Registered Nurse
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Practice Operations and Support
The Practice Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of High Street Family Practice, supporting the clinical and administrative teams to help the practice run smoothly.
Olivia
Practice Manager
Olivia has been employed at High Street Family Practice since 2013, she has been a medical receptionist 13 years and now moved to the role of Practice manager.
She enjoys working closely with the clinical and administrative teams. She hold a certificate III in business administration and outside of work she is very busy with her two young children.
RECEPTION TEAM
Supporting Patients From the First Call
The reception team assists patients with appointments, enquiries, and practice information.
Renae
Senior Medical Receptionist
Renae has been apart of our Team since July 2017.
She enjoys working at the Practice and values all our patients and their needs.
Outside of work Renae is busy looking after her 2 children.
You will find Renae working at Reception on Monday, Tuesday & Friday.
Terri
Medical Receptionist
We welcomed Terri in August 2025. She brings 15 years of experience in the health care industry. Terri worked as a Pathology Assistant at the Gold Coast University Hospital for 9 years and since returning to Launceston has worked as a Sterilising Technician and a Dental Receptionist. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, reading and walking her dog Lucy.
Lisa
Medical Receptionist
Lisa is our newest Receptionist who started with us in January 2026 and our next 2IC in training.
She is a mother of two boys and three fur babies. She loves to travel and enjoys going back to Canada to visit family and friends.
ALLIED HEALTH SERVICES
Physiotherapy at High Street Family Practice
Physiotherapy services are available at the practice to support patients with movement, injury recovery, pain management, and physical wellbeing.
Joshua
Physiotherapist
Joshua from Eagle Physiocare is available on Friday afternoon
At Eagle Physiocare, we believe in treating the whole person, not just the injury. We take a holistic approach to physiotherapy, addressing the root cause of the problem to achieve long-lasting results.
Dr Julian Henley
MBBS (Lon) FACRRM
The time has finally come. I have retired. My last day touched my heart and soul receiving lovely written cards and presents from some amazing patients, some who have known over 20 years.
It was an unexpected day of sadness so if I miss you all too much I might start all over again.
Dr Henley had a stroke at work in 2013. He was destined to become diabetic unless he changed his diet which he did.
The changes he made inspired him to write his book to help you all to stay healthy and if you are overweight, how to lose it easily.
Dr Henley lost 4 and 1/2 kg in the first week! He did not go to the gym and he still had the odd Guinness.
After 8 weeks he lost 14 kg and had to put 7 back on because he was too thin but he will never get diabetes.
Copies of his book are available to purchase in the surgery or visit his website for more information:whatyouwerenevertold.com
