Welcome to Better Health South Tamworth

A full-time medical practice was established in the Tamworth Shopping Village in May 2016, providing patients with improved access and consistent, comprehensive and quality health care.

Better Health South Tamworth is an innovative practice and our mission is to strive for better things: to improve health and wellbeing by providing the best standard of patient care and treatment; with a commitment to a holistic diagnosis and management of illness, and with dignity and respect for the patient without discrimination.

Our focus is on innovative, collaborative, and patient-centric health care, and we have a team of GPs and Allied Health professionals who are always looking to strive for better things.

For an appointment please call (02) 6755 6755 or book via HotDoc

Business Summary

Better Health South Tamworth is full time medical practice providing patients with improved access and consistent, comprehensive and quality health care. Our doctors participate in ongoing professional development, and are committed to providing contemporary, compassionate and comprehensive healthcare to the Tamworth community.

About Us

General medical practice and practice nursing. We also provide chronic disease management clinics, skin clinics, childhood vaccinations, men’s and women’s health checks, mental health services, Aboriginal health checks, pre-employment medicals, WorkCover rehabilitation.

We are committed to providing a full range of General Practice activities at Better Health South Tamworth.

Our Doctors

Dr. Mohammad Madhi Taj, a committed General Practitioner, provides comprehensive and compassionate care to patients of all ages. His patient-centered approach emphasizes building strong, trusting relationships to deliver personalized medical care.

With a solid background in family medicine, Dr. Mohammad Madhi Taj is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. He focuses on preventive care, routine check-ups, and managing complex health issues, ensuring smooth coordination with specialists as needed. He utilizes the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality care.

Continuous learning is a cornerstone of his practice. Staying updated on the latest medical research through ongoing professional development ensures his patients receive the most current and effective treatments. He prioritizes patient education, empowering individuals to make informed decisions and adopt healthy lifestyles.

Dr Casey Sullivan

Dr Casey Sullivan is a dedicated General Practitioner, provides comprehensive and compassionate care to patients of all ages. Dr Sullivan consults from the rooms of Better Health South Tamworth on selected days. With strong ties to the Tamworth community, her patient-centred approach focuses on building trusted, long-term relationships and delivering personalised, culturally respectful healthcare.

With extensive experience in family medicine, Dr Casey Sullivan is skilled in managing a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. She has particular interests in women’s health, children’s health, mental health, and chronic disease management. She

places a strong emphasis on preventive care, routine health assessments, and coordinated care with local specialists to ensure the best possible outcomes for her patients.

Dr Sullivan is committed to ongoing professional development and staying up to date with the latest medical research and evidence-based practices. She is passionate about patient education, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health while supporting healthier outcomes across the local community. She was recognised as the NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year in 2024, reflecting her contribution to healthcare and the community.

Dr Alphonsus Amalakumar

Dr Alphonsus Amalakumar is a dedicated General Practitioner with a strong commitment to delivering comprehensive, patient centred health care. With experience across a broad spectrum of general practice, Dr Amalakumar emphasises building trusting relationships and providing personalised care tailored to the individual needs of patients at all stages of life. He is especially focused on preventive health, chronic disease management and holistic wellbeing. Dr Amalakumar consults at the practice on selected days, offering continuity of care alongside team to ensure accessible and high quality medical support for our community.

Our Nursing Team

At Better Health South Tamworth, our nursing team plays a vital role in supporting our patients and GPs across all aspects of primary care. They provide compassionate, patient-focused services including chronic disease management, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, women’s health, immunisations, wound care, clinical procedures, and general patient support. Our nurses work collaboratively with the GPs to ensure continuity of care, seamless coordination of treatment, and personalised support for every patient, helping our community stay healthy and well.

Visiting and Locum GPs

From time to time, we welcome experienced visiting GPs to complement our regular team and support appointment availability. Our visiting doctors are fully qualified and vocationally registered, providing safe, comprehensive care across a range of general practice services. Many patients appreciate the broader availability this brings, particularly for routine and non urgent health needs. We actively coordinate patient care across all clinicians so your medical records, treatment plans, and follow ups remain seamless, regardless of which doctor you see.