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Dr. Priyanka Rapelli, a general practitioner, has recently joined the medical community of Home Hill, bringing with her a wealth of experience and a deep passion for patient care. Moving from Blacktown NSW, Dr. Rapelli started her new role just a week ago and has already begun to settle in well.
"I love serving patients, practising medicine and learning new things," she shared, expressing her fondness for science and continuous learning. Being the first doctor in her family is a dream fulfilled for her father.
Dr. Rapelli's journey to becoming a GP is as remarkable as her dedication. Born in India, she graduated in Ukraine before returning to India to obtain her medical licence. She then moved to Australia in 2022, where she worked tirelessly towards her exams in Sydney. Her hard work and determination paid off, leading her to Home Hill, where she now works alongside Dr. Tata, whom she credits as a significant influence and support.
Her personal life is equally fulfilling, with a supportive husband who has stood by her through the challenges of her career. They share a love for animals and hope to welcome a pet into their home someday. Music, singing, reading, and gardening are among her hobbies, offering a balance to her professional life.
Dr. Rapelli is particularly keen on specialising in skin cancer and getting to know the Burdekin community better. "Sydney treated me well, but I appreciate the calmness and peace of Home Hill," she said. Grateful for the warm welcome from the community and the support of Dr. Tata and the clinic team, Dr. Rapelli is committed to providing the best care for the people of Burdekin.
For the past 10 years Dr Sarat Tata has operated Home Hill Surgery and during that time it has become a hub for all things health in the Burdekin.
His inspiring attitude and connections within the medical industry has attracted a range of medical practitioners who add to the diversity of services offered and provide the local community with the dedicated health care they deserve.
The Home Hill Surgery has 5,600 active patients and Dr Tata’s dedicated work has been recognised several times, namely in 2020 when Dr Tata was named Queensland GP of the year.
Home Hill Surgery offers GP healthcare seven days a week, on-site pathology and ultrasound services, Burdekin Hearing, a dentist who visits monthly, a physio coming soon, skin cancer medicine centre and surgery, Allied Health, North and West Remote Health, chronic pain management and nutritional medicine services.
Dr. Priyanka Rapelli, ready to serve the patients of Home Hill. Photo credit: Miah Lampard
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