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Dr. Payal graduated from the University of the South Pacific in Fiji Islands. She has worked in the public sector where she was a principal dentist at one of the clinics in Fiji. Apart from this she has also worked as a principal dentist at a private clinic in the Sultanate of Oman. She has completed her Australian Dental Certification. Dr. Payal loves practicing general dentistry and is passionate about cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry. Currently, she is also undertaking a few comprehensive training for cosmetic dentistry. She believes in taking a multidisciplinary approach in treating the whole mouth instead of treating a single tooth. Dr. Payal was taught from a young age to appreciate every opportunity to help others. She feels humbled with the privilege of being part of someone’s dental journey whereby she finds fulfilment of her work. Outside of work, Dr. Payal loves going for walks with her dog. She also loves travelling and experiencing different cultures and trying different cuisines. Dr. Payal is bilingual speaking English and Hindi.

Dr Bill Sergakis joined our team in 1996. Dr Sergakis was born in Melbourne and graduated from the School of Dental Sciences at Melbourne University. Dr Sergakis enjoys the variety that general family dentistry offers but also maintains a keen interest in cosmetic and restorative work. In addition, he continues his education in developing new skills, techniques and technologies. Dr Sergakis has two young children and when not at work, he is always surrounded by his vast extended family, at some event or enjoying quiet times in his garage tinkering away on odd jobs or old classics.

James Medara completed his Bachelor of Oral Health at the University of Otago in New Zealand in 2011 and his post graduate qualification from the University of Melbourne in 2017. Since graduating, James gained a wide range of experience across both the public and private dental sectors and has been with Australian Unity for over 9 years. James is also a passionate dental clinical tutor for the undergraduate students studying at Charles Sturt University. James has a gentle manner and caring approach to all his patients and always ensures he listens and understands his patients’ needs and circumstances to be able to provide the most appropriate treatment options and achieve the best outcomes. He enjoys practising all aspects of general dentistry assisting patients of all ages, with particular interest in paediatric dentistry and complex periodontal therapy and restorations. James is always on the lookout for courses and conferences to enhance his knowledge. Outside of work, James enjoys spending time with his wife and keeping himself fit by going to the gym. He is also a keen rugby, basketball and cricket fan.

Dr Sandro Zammit completed a Bachelor of Dental Science in 1989 from the University of Melbourne. Dr Zammit joined Australian Unity 25 years ago and has worked across our Box Hill and South Melbourne clinics, before moving with Head Office to Spring Street and transferring some of his days to Moonee Ponds. Dr Zammit has an interest in all aspects of general dentistry, including Root canal treatment, crowns and restorative implant treatment. In his spare time, he enjoys riding and sports photography.