GP - FRACGP

Dr Tess Tonkin

Tess enjoys the breadth and variety of general practice. Her particular interests are allergy, women's and men's health, aged care and palliative care. She has additional training in aged and palliative care.

About Tess

Tess values getting to know her patients and understanding the broader context of their health. She enjoys managing complex and chronic health concerns and works collaboratively with patients to provide practical, individualised and evidence-based care.

Alongside general practice, Tess works within the NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying service. She also has experience in clinical research, including leading clinical trials with a focus on weight management.

Away from the clinic

Tess lives in the Illawarra with her three children. Outside medicine, she enjoys renovation projects, collecting power tools and getting outdoors with her family.