Dr Valentina Olakengal

Dr. Valentina Olakengal is an experienced General Practitioner with over 10 years of experience since completing her MBBS degree at the University of Sydney in 2012. After graduating, Dr. Olakengal worked in a variety of medical settings, initially focusing on acute care in hospitals and later transitioning to general practice.

In 2016, Dr. Olakengal completed her Fellowship in General Practice (FRACGP) and joined Orange General Practice. With a special interest in chronic disease management and preventative healthcare, Dr. Olakengal takes a holistic approach to patient care, offering personalized treatment and emphasizing early interventions to prevent the development of long-term conditions.

Her professional experience has equipped her to work across various age groups, with a focus on family medicine and women's health. Dr. Olakengal is passionate about providing continuous care and helping families maintain long-term well-being.

Dr. Olakengal has contributed to research in the areas of chronic disease prevention and general healthcare delivery. Her work focuses on the early identification of chronic conditions and the development of effective intervention strategies to help patients manage long-term health issues.

Additionally, Dr. Olakengal has been involved in community-based health research, exploring ways to improve access to healthcare for regional populations and the integration of preventative care in general practice.

• FRACGP Fellowship – Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (2016)

• Excellence in Chronic Disease Management – Australian Medical Association (2018)

• Outstanding Contribution to Preventative Healthcare – Australian Preventative Health Association (2020)

Dr. Olakengal has authored several papers on chronic disease management and preventative healthcare. Her bibliography includes contributions to medical journals that address the importance of early intervention in managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity.

She has also contributed to publications that explore patient-centered care models and family health management in general practice.