Dr Shehnaaz Khan

Dr. Shehnaaz Khan is a dedicated General Practitioner with over 28 years of experience in the medical field. After completing her medical degree at the University of the Witwatersrand in 1995, she relocated to Australia, where she has since practiced in various settings. Dr. Khan has gained invaluable experience in general practice, mental health, travel medicine, corporate wellness, and gynaecology. She has also held the role of Medical Editor for a General Practice journal while working abroad. Outside of her career as a general practitioner, she enjoys cooking, baking, and reading.

Dr. Khan's research experience is primarily practice-based, focusing on quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits within her areas of specialization. She has contributed to the development of internal clinical guidelines for mental health care, women's health, and travel medicine, enhancing patient outcomes within her practice. Dr. Khan's commitment to continuous learning ensures that her clinical practice remains aligned with the latest medical advancements.

• Clinical Excellence Award – Next Practice Sydney (2022)  

• Outstanding Contribution to Women's Health – Australian Medical Association (2021)  

• Excellence in Corporate Wellness – Corporate Health Australia (2020)  

Dr. Shehnaaz Khan has contributed significantly to the field of general practice and mental health through her work in clinical practice, as well as her involvement in educational and research-based initiatives. She has developed internal clinical guidelines focused on mental health care, women's health, gynaecology, and travel medicine. Dr. Khan's expertise in mental health is reflected in her active participation in mental health training for general practitioners, where she has mentored other doctors and provided education on effective approaches to patient care. Additionally, Dr. Khan has contributed to various corporate wellness initiatives, where she worked with companies to improve employee health through preventive care strategies, focusing on mental and physical wellness. Her work also extends to gynaecology, where she has authored patient education materials that help women navigate various aspects of reproductive health. Dr. Khan’s role as a Medical Editor for a general practice journal during her time abroad further solidified her contributions to the medical field.