Lee Jeffery

Dr. Lee Jeffery has 27 years of experience in general practice since completing her MBBS in 1996. After finishing her undergraduate training at UNSW, Dr. Jeffery moved to Wagga Wagga in 1997, where she began her career as an intern. She then went on to complete her FRACGP fellowship in the Wagga Wagga region before settling as a General Practitioner. Dr. Jeffery has worked in and around Wagga Wagga ever since, gaining extensive experience in family medicine and general healthcare. She has been committed to serving the local community, building long-term relationships with her patients, and providing holistic healthcare services to families of all ages.

Dr. Jeffery’s research interests focus on chronic disease management and preventive healthcare in general practice. Her work has contributed to improving the integration of preventive measures into family medicine and general healthcare, especially in rural communities. She is particularly interested in exploring the role of early intervention in chronic conditions and health screenings for various diseases such as hypertension and diabetes.

• Excellence in Family Medicine (Wagga Wagga Healthcare Group, 2018)

• Outstanding GP of the Year (Australian Medical Association, 2015)

Dr. Lee Jeffery has authored several publications in general practice, particularly around chronic disease prevention and early detection in rural communities. Her research emphasizes the importance of long-term patient relationships, preventive healthcare, and the integration of early screenings into routine healthcare practices. She regularly contributes to local and national healthcare discussions, advocating for better health education and access to care in underserved areas.