Dr. Phillip Ridge

Dr. Phillip Ridge has 10 years of experience in General Practice. He graduated from the University of Sydney in 2010 with an MBBS degree, and began his career as a General Practitioner shortly after completing his training.

Dr. Ridge has been practicing in Orange since 2016. During his career, he has gained significant experience in chronic disease management, preventative health, and family medicine. He is passionate about improving the quality of life for his patients through health promotion and early disease detection.

Currently, Dr. Ridge is working toward completing his FRACGP Fellowship to further enhance his clinical skills and contribute more to community health.

Dr. Ridge has been involved in research related to chronic disease prevention and health promotion in rural communities. His research focuses on improving the early detection of chronic conditions and promoting lifestyle changes to prevent diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Ridge is also involved in community health initiatives aimed at increasing health literacy and access to preventative care.

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

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

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

Dr. Ridge has co-authored several research papers on preventative health and chronic disease management. His work includes intervention strategies for improving health outcomes in rural areas and guidelines for health promotion for rural populations.

Additionally, Dr. Ridge has written educational materials for patients, focusing on chronic disease prevention, nutrition, and physical activity as part of a holistic approach to healthcare.