Dr Vidya Murugiah

Dr. Vidya Murugiah has over 10 years of experience as a General Practitioner since completing her MBBS at the University of New South Wales in 2010. After graduation, Dr. Murugiah worked as a GP in Broken Hill and the Central Coast, where she gained extensive experience in family medicine, paediatrics, and minor surgical procedures.

Dr. Murugiah has a special interest in paediatrics and enjoys working with children, from newborns to adolescents, providing a wide range of medical care including routine health checks, vaccinations, and the management of common childhood illnesses. In addition to her paediatric work, she is also skilled in minor surgical procedures, such as skin excisions and suturing.

In 2021, Dr. Murugiah joined Loxley House Family Practice in Bathurst, where she continues to provide high-quality general medical care to her patients. Her holistic approach to general family medicine includes preventive care, chronic disease management, and health promotion. Dr. Murugiah is passionate about providing compassionate care and working with families to promote overall well-being.

Dr. Murugiah has been involved in research projects related to paediatrics, preventive healthcare, and chronic disease management in general practice. Her research has focused on paediatric vaccinations, early childhood development, and the impact of preventative care on long-term health outcomes.

Additionally, she has collaborated on studies that examine minor surgical procedures in family practice and their role in improving patient care and outcomes. Dr. Murugiah continues to stay updated with the latest guidelines and evidence-based practices in general practice and paediatrics.

• Best GP Trainee, 2014, Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)

• Excellence in Paediatric Care, 2017, Australian Medical Association (AMA)

• Outstanding Contribution to Family Medicine, 2019, Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP)

Dr. Vidya Murugiah has contributed to multiple articles related to paediatric healthcare, general practice, and preventive medicine. Her work focuses on early childhood health, paediatric vaccinations, and chronic disease prevention in the family setting.