Our Team
Dr. Paul Mulkearns, M.B.B.S. Dip.r.a.c.o.g.
After working in outback Australia as a general practitioner/surgeon, Paul returned to Essendon and
commenced his practice at Leake Street in 1995. He has post graduate qualifications in obstetrics
and gynaecology as well as maintaining his rural medicine skills. Paul passionately believes that
family practice is the cornerstone of Australia’s medical system and is dedicated to his patients, their
families and the community in which he lives. He enjoys all areas of general practice. Paul also loves
his gardening, renovating and most outdoor activities.
Dr. Arthur Tsiglopoulos, M.B.B.S. R.A.C.G.P. A.C.C.A.M.
Dr Tsiglopoulos commenced general practice work in Essendon 20 years ago. He has a special interest in skin cancer medicine and is a Designated Aviation Medical Examiner with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
Dr. John Pattison, M.B.B.S. F.R.A.C.G.P.
Dr Pattison has worked at Leake Street Clinic for over 30 years. A father of four daughters, he has always lived in the Essendon area and enjoys all areas of general practice, particularly the care of many generations of the same families. His particular interests are paediatrics and mental health. He is an examiner at the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, and supervises medical students.
Dr. Alex Dimitrijevich, M.B.B.S. F.R.A.C.G.P.
Dr Alex Dimitrijevich holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Adelaide, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
He has a keen interest in exercise and non-pharmacological treatment approaches as an adjunct to conventional management of chronic medical conditions. This stems from his personal background in elite sport, and a growing evidence base from recent research.
Beyond the clinic, Dr Dimitrijevich maintains a pilot's license, and enjoys the ability to fly to country areas and provide medical services to rural and remote communities.
NADIA FISICARO, PRACTICE MANAGER
Nadia Fisicaro is a busy mum with 3 children, who lives in the Moonee Valley area and has been part of the Leake Street Clinic team for the last 4 years.