Dr Jia Wei Joel Tan

Dr. Jia Wei (Joel) Tan has 5 years of experience as a General Practitioner. He graduated with an MBBS degree from the University of Melbourne in 2016. After completing his medical training, Dr. Tan immediately began practicing as a General Practitioner.

Since joining the Orange practice in 2022, Dr. Tan has developed a special interest in preventative health and family medicine. His clinical focus is on chronic disease management, health promotion, and providing comprehensive care to individuals and families of all ages.

Dr. Tan is actively working towards completing his FRACGP Fellowship and is committed to improving health outcomes in the Orange community.

Dr. Tan has contributed to research in general practice and preventative health, focusing on chronic disease prevention and health education. His research interests include early intervention for cardiovascular health and preventative screenings for diabetes and hypertension.

Dr. Tan has participated in clinical trials related to vaccination programs and preventative care in rural settings, aiming to improve health equity in the Orange community.

• FRACGP Fellowship (In Progress) – Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

• Best Rural GP Award – Rural Doctors Association of Australia (2021)

• Outstanding Contribution to Preventative Health – Australian Preventative Health Society (2020)

Dr. Tan has co-authored research on preventative healthcare strategies, particularly in chronic disease management and health literacy. His bibliography includes work on improving health outcomes for rural populations and strategies for reducing healthcare disparities.

He has also contributed to educational materials for patients and medical students, focusing on preventative health practices and early detection of common chronic diseases.