Dr Peter Braude is a Senior VMO General Physician with respiratory interest. Dr Braude graduated from the University of New South Wales Medicine in 1978 with an MBBS (Hons.). In 2022 Dr Braude was awarded Order of Australia.
To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Braude OAM, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.
He has worked in private practice, public and private hospitals as a senior Thoracic Physician, lecturing at NSW and Sydney Universities.
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Dr Heiner has a special interest and extensive experience in Intensive Care Units (ICU) having formed the ICU Committees and founded “Modern” ICUs in Brisbane. He underwent extensive Respiratory and Sleep training in Australia, Canada and the US and holds licences to work in all three countries. He is a founding member of the Asbestosis Research Group (Wesley Research Institute), Advocated Advisor to the Department of Veteran Affairs.
Dr Heiner is currently based in Brisbane, where he is available to conduct MedicoLegal assessments. To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Heiner, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.
Dr Ryan Hoy is a specialist respiratory and sleep disorders physician in Melbourne, working both the private and public sector with expertise in occupational lung diseases such as silicosis and work-related asthma.
Dr Hoy provides medicolegal assessments in person and by telehealth
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Dr Edwards has held a position as a Research Fellow in the department of Medicine at the University of Sydney where he began his research career. He has since published numerous articles taking an interest in the influenza vaccination, asthma, pulmonary haemorrhage and idiopathic pulmonary haemosiderosis.
Currently based in Brisbane, Dr Edwards is available to conduct MedicoLegal assessments either in-person or online via online via our TeleHealth platform, Kawaconn video. To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Edwards, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.
Her clinical interests are complemented by a strong academic background, including numerous peer-reviewed publications and invited presentations at national and international scientific meetings. She has a Certificate in Clinician Performed Ultrasound and advanced training in bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound and interventional procedures.
Dr Kotecha is also deeply engaged in education and leadership, contributing to teaching programs for junior doctors and representing professional societies in various roles. She is committed to workplace culture and diversity, participating in leadership initiatives and culture programs.
Dr Kotecha provides comprehensive, independent medico-legal assessments for respiratory and sleep-related conditions, offering expert insight into complex clinical presentations.
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He is accredited under AMA 4 guidelines and provides comprehensive impairment assessments, independent medico-legal reviews, and clear, timely reports for legal, insurance, and regulatory purposes.
Dr Charlesworth has extensive expertise in evaluating and clinically managing complex medical conditions, including work-related illness, occupational exposures, and chronic cardiopulmonary impairments. His medico-legal work is characterised by clinical precision, objectivity, and professional independence.
He offers:
• Impairment assessments compliant with AMA 4 guidelines
• Medico-legal reports with prompt turnaround
• Independent evaluation and expert opinion in complex or disputed cases
Dr Charlesworth consults in person and via telehealth, servicing clients across Australia. He is available to travel by arrangement if required.
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Dr Helen Whitford is a Specialist Respiratory Physician with particular expertise in Pulmonary hypertension, Pulmonary embolism, Lung transplantation and Interstitial lung disease.
Dr Whitford is currently based in Townsville, Queensland. She provides regular availability to conduct MedicoLegal assessments both online and in-person. She is also willing to provide opinions on Medical Negligence matters. To book an appointment with Dr Whitford, please call us on (02) 8090 7611 or email us at admin@medicolegalassessmentsgroup.com.au.
He graduated from University of Melbourne in 1999 and completed his Respiratory and Sleep qualifications in 2006 following advanced training at both Monash Medical Centre and Austin Hospital. He holds a public appointment at St Vincent’s Hospital (Fitzroy) and is the former Director of Respiratory Medicine at the Northern Hospital (Epping)
To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Canty, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.
Dr Andrew Dimitri is a respiratory and sleep physician, the director of the Lung and Sleep Clinic in Liverpool, NSW, and is appointed at The Prince of Wales Hospital in Randwick, a leading teaching hospital for the University of New South Wales. Dr Dimitri has extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of occupational lung disease. Dr Dimitri has been actively involved in the supervision and training of residents, registrars, and medical students at The Prince of Wales Hospital and The University of New South Wales. Dr Dimitri has published and presented research papers in international journals and scientific conferences.
To book a MedicoLegal appointment with Dr Dimitri, please call (02) 8090 7611 or click the link below to book online.