Dr Amy Powles

Dr Amy Powles graduated in Medicine from UWA in 2009.  After working at Fremantle Hospital and regional centres, Amy spent 18 months working in Paediatrics at both Joondalup Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital.

She completed a Diploma of Child Health at this time. Subsequently Amy obtained her Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners while working in the northern suburbs of Perth.

Amy enjoys providing holistic health care for children and families. Amy feels privileged to be a GP and values establishing trusting relationships with patients and spending the time to address their health concerns.

Amy is passionate about supporting breastfeeding within the community and in helping mothers and babies with breastfeeding difficulties. She is currently furthering her skills in breastfeeding medicine.

Outside of work Amy enjoys spending time with her two young daughters and husband.  When she gets a rare moment to herself, she loves to read or attempt a jog!

A sharp mind, gentle approach and expertise in breastfeeding medicine make Amy a trusted authority for new parents. They come for her counsel and stay for her ability to make them feel thoroughly heard and understood.

Graduated in Medicine from the University of Western Australia
Completed a Diploma of Child Health
Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Advanced training in breastfeeding medicine

Worked at Fremantle Hospital and regional centres
Worked in Paediatrics at Joondalup Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital
Takes time to really listen to her patients

Perinatal medicine
Breastfeeding medicine
Child health

Lover of books, but also her two young daughters and husband

Dr Amy Powles GP at Baby Steps Health Centre

The Clinical Guidance Committee advise Baby Steps on all clinical matters effecting the health practitioners within our centre. It’s members gather together to discuss and develop guidelines relating to:

Meetings are held several times a year, or at the request of Baby Steps for specific clinical advice. It is lead by a chairperson and educational coordinator, elected by the group of participating health practitioners.

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If you’re looking for support, contact our Practice Manager Michelle Bredemeyer
pm@babystepshealth.com.au
08 9387 2844