Dr Diane Xiao

Dr. Diane Xiao graduated with Honours in Medicine from the University of Sydney and has been a dedicated General Practitioner since joining North Sydney Medical Practice in February 2019. Dr. Xiao is particularly passionate about family medicine, providing care at every stage of life, from contraception and sexual health to chronic disease management and mental health care.

Dr. Xiao has completed further training, including a Sydney Child Health Program (formerly Diploma of Child Health) and a FPAA National Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health. She is qualified to perform Implanon NXT insertion and removal procedures, offering comprehensive family planning options for her patients. In addition to her work in women’s health, Dr. Xiao has undergone Mental Health Skills Training (Level 2) in Focused Psychological Strategies, allowing her to support patients with mental health concerns effectively.

Her approach to care is centred on individualized, quality healthcare, and she has a strong focus on preventative health. Dr. Xiao’s holistic care approach ensures that she is equipped to manage a range of medical issues, from the acute to the chronic, in both adults and children.

Dr. Xiao has contributed to research in sexual and reproductive health, preventative care, and mental health, especially around the integration of focused psychological strategies in general practice. Although she is not widely published in academic journals, her clinical practice reflects her strong commitment to evidence-based medicine and patient-centered care.

• Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) – Awarded in 2015

• National Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health – Family Planning Association Australia (Year)

• Sydney Child Health Program Certificate – Completed in 2018

• Mental Health Skills Training (Level 2) – 2020

Dr. Xiao has has contributed to numerous patient education materials and clinical resources related to sexual health, contraception, and mental health strategies. Her writing focuses on improving patient understanding and accessibility to healthcare, particularly in preventative health and women’s health. Dr. Xiao is also a regular contributor to practice-based seminars aimed at educating the wider community on topics such as family medicine and mental well-being.