JANELLE BRENNAN- UROLOGICAL SURGEON

Janelle grew up in Ararat where she attended primary and secondary school and was accepted into Medicine at the University of Melbourne in 1992. She spent her first 3 years in residence at St. Mary’s College where she was the debating and sports captain. she graduated with honours from the University of Melbourne in 1997 and then went on to do further post-graduate surgical training at St. Vincent’s Public Hospital, Melbourne.

Janelle completed her training as a general surgeon in 2003. This was followed by two years of full time research at St. Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne looking at the molecular biology of metastatic bladder cancer. She then commenced urology training in 2006 and became a qualified urological surgeon in February 2009. She completed a further fellowship year at North Shore Hospital, Auckland focusing on uro-oncology and female pelvic medicine and reconsructive surgery (FPMRS).

DAVID HEATH – NURSE PRACTITIONER

David (Dave) Heath completed his Master of Nursing Practice and is a qualified Urology Nurse Practitioner.  Dave has extensive experience in uro-oncology and was Bendigo’s inaugural specialist prostate cancer nurse, commencing training at Bendigo Health in 2012.  He completed his Nurse Practitioner training at the end of 2016 with a focus on uro-oncology, erectile dysfunction and prostate health.  Dave has been with Goldfields Urology since 2013. Many of our patients are already acquainted with Dave and he is an integral part of the care team at Goldfields Urology.

JANA MIDDLEMIS – NURSE PRACTITIONER

Jana Middlemis, Nurse Practitioner, who is an integral part of our patient care team in the area of Functional Urology.  Jana has extensive experience and expertise in this field and has worked with Janelle and the Urology Team at Bendigo Health since 2014. Jana completed her training as a Nurse Practitioner at the end of 2017 and has a particular interest in Urodynamic testing, female incontinence and prolapse, and male lower urinary tract symptoms.  Jana joined Goldfields Urology in 2018.  Janas’ main role is working closely with Janelle Brennan.  She assesses new patients along with reviews to ensure a team-based approach to care, allowing improved access and enhanced care for our patients.             

JANET BENNETT - PRACTICE MANAGER

Janet grew up in Bendigo and has worked locally within the medical administration field for over 40 years. Janet worked as a receptionist for two well respected Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeons for 25 years before moving on to managing the Outpatients Department at St. John of God Hospital, Bendigo, delivering administration support for many local and visiting specialists.  She has extensive experience in the medical field and has helped set up several doctors’ private practice in Bendigo.  Janet has also completed further study in management (Dip. Mgt) and is a member of the Australian Association of Practice Managers. Janet began working for Janelle Brennan in 2010 setting up her first private practice in Drought Street Bendigo.  She now manages Goldfields Urology but still has patient involvement assisting Janelle with her Swan Hill visits.  She is looking forward to her extended role as Project Manager of the renovation at our present Goldfields Urology facility.

ASHLEE - OFFICE MANAGER

Ashlee joined Goldfields Urology in 2019.  Ashlee completed university achieving two degrees and has worked in retail for a number of years, both in Geelong and here in Bendigo, as well as raising a young family.  She is enthusiastic and has shown she has a ‘can do” attitude, ready and willing to help in anyway.  Ashlee also travels to Swan Hill to assist in reception duties when Janelle is consulting there.

KAREN - PRACTICE NURSE

Karen began working for Goldfields Urology in 2010. Karen has been a Registered Nurse for over 35 years having worked for 30 years at Mount Alvernia/St John of God Hospital Bendigo as an Associate Nurse Unit Manager on the Surgical Ward.  Karen is part of the nursing team at Goldfields Urology and assists the doctors with flow rates, urodynamics, minor procedures, patient education and patient medical enquiries.  Karen has a special interest in Sacral Nerve Stimulation and works 2-3 days per week at Goldfields Urology.

MAREE – PRACTICE NURSE

Maree began working for Goldfields Urology in 2014. Maree currently works at Goldfields Urology and St John of God Hospital Bendigo on the Surgical Unit as an Associate Nurse Unit Manager.  She worked for over 25 years as a Registered Nurse Division 2 and completed a Bachelor of Nursing at Latrobe University in 2009.   Maree is part of the nursing team at Goldfields urology and assists the doctors with flow rates, urodynamics, minor procedures, patient education and patient medical enquiries.   Maree has a special interest in intravesical botox procedures and pessary management for vaginal prolapse. Maree works 1-2 days per week.

TANYA – PRACTICE NURSE

Tanya began working for Goldfields Urology in 2018. Tanya currently works at Goldfields Urology and St John of God Hospital Bendigo on the Surgical Unit as a Registered Nurse.  Tanya is part of the nursing team at Goldfields Urology and assists the doctors with flow rates, urodynamics, minor procedures, patient education and patient medical enquiries.  Tanya is also our Research nurse working closely with Janelle in multiple trial work.  She works 1-2 days per week.

SUE - RECEPTIONIST

Prior to coming to Goldfields Urology in 2013 Sue worked with a local accountancy firm for twelve years and then moved into the medical field in 2011, working at a local GP Practice for two years. Sue is well suited to front of house with her warm and friendly personality, and professional manner.  Sue is currently providing relief cover for our other administration staff as required.

JULIE – RECEPTIONIST

Prior to coming to Goldfields Urology in 2018 Julie worked for a local GP practice for the duration of 8 years.  She is proficient in front of house reception and has a genuine interest in assisting our patients.  Julie currently works three days a week.

DANI – BILLINGS OFFICER

Dani joined Goldfields Urology as Billings Officer in late 2019.   Dani shifted to Bendigo in 2019 with her family and has taken on the billing role within Goldfields Urology.  She has had experience in the medical field but has made this role her own with great attention to detail and a willing capacity to continually learn new things and embrace them.