Who We Are
Our Story
and Values
Our History
At WA Menopause Clinic, our story begins with listening.
For years, women in Western Australia have shared their challenges navigating the complex and often misunderstood journey of menopause. Inspired by these stories, we founded our clinic to create a safe and supportive space where women are truly heard.
Built on the principles of evidence-based care and deep empathy, our clinic is here to honor the unique experiences of every woman, ensuring that no one has to navigate this stage of life alone.
Our Vision
We believe menopause marks the beginning of a new and powerful chapter in a woman’s life. At WA Menopause Clinic, our mission is to empower women to embrace this transition with confidence, understanding, and a renewed sense of vitality. Our vision is to create a world where every woman feels equipped with the knowledge, tools, and support to navigate menopause and thrive—not just physically, but emotionally and socially. This is a time to prioritize yourself, rediscover your strengths, and approach the future with optimism and courage. Together, we’re here to help you make this journey one of growth, self-discovery, and wellness.
Our Team
Compassionate. Committed. General Practitioners with Special Interests in Women's Health. At WA Menopause Clinic, our team brings together leading GP doctors, including Dr. Julia Rawlinson, Dr. Leena Uppal, Dr. Yan Peng, Dr Melissa Marlow, Dr Rebecca Goadby, and Dr Lee Lee Do, who share a passion for women’s health.
With years of experience and a deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and social impacts of menopause, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on creating meaningful connections with our patients, because we believe the best care comes from truly knowing and valuing each individual.
Dr Lee Lee Do
BSc (Hons), MBBS (UWA), FRACGP, Diploma of Children's Health, Vocational Graduate Diploma Women's Health, Skin Cancer College Australasia (Skin Cancer and Dermoscopy Post Graduate Qualification), Australasian Menopause Society Member
Lee Lee is a compassionate migrant daughter, mother of 3 boys, who understands the importance of one's story.
As a local UWA graduate with a thirst for experience and knowledge, she has had trained and worked in Perth’s Tertiary Adult Centres (SCGH, Osborne Park), Children’s (PMH/ PCH) and Women’s (KEMH) hospitals, covering obstetrics and gynaecology. At her time with King Edward Hospital, she completed her extended skills training, in women's health.
What she enjoys best is focussing on the whole person. With a passion for all aspects of primary care, Lee Lee thrives from empowering those around her to discover their own ways of healing. She aims to provide the tools to screen, promote a preventative choice driven model of medicine, encouraging patient autonomy and education. As a massive believer in the community and giving back, her speciality lies with optimising skin and body health, so that everyone can feel their best.
Dr Lee Lee is focussed on developing strong therapeutic relationships with her patients based on trust and teamwork to achieve optimal health outcomes, with a lot of laughter on the way.
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Dr Julia Rawlinson
MD, EMC, MBA, BSc (Hons), FRACGP, Australasian Menopause Society Member
Prior to studying medicine at the University of Western Australia, Julia had a career in private industry servicing the mining sector.
She spent most of her youth involved in various competitive sporting pursuits and values the role that exercise plays in overall health outcomes.
Since graduating in 2019, Julia has worked in a number of hospitals in WA and undertaken further training in Emergency Medicine, completing her Emergency Medicine Certificate through Royal Perth Hospital.
Julia was awarded the RPH Surgical Intern of the Year award in 2020 and has spent time training at Perth children’ Hospital to further her knowledge in Paediatrics.
She is passionate about being a GP due to the continuity of care and the impact positive relationships with a health practitioner can provide. Julia combines a unique blend of life experience with medical expertise to deliver empathetic and compassionate patient care. Drawing from her journey as a mother of three and her path to medicine later in life, she brings a deep, multi-faceted understanding to every consultation.
Dedicated to continuous professional development, Julia aims to stay at the forefront of medical evidence to ensure her patients receive the most current, effective care.
Dr Melissa Marlow
BSc (Hons), MBBS, nMRCGP, FRACGP, Palliative medicine certificate (UK)
Dr Melissa Marlow practises considered, unhurried medicine, grounded in experience, depth, and respect for the complexity of each woman’s health journey.
Trained in the UK, Dr Marlow qualified as a doctor over 20 years ago and specialised in general practice in 2009. After relocating to Australia with her husband—initially working in rural settings—she later settled in the Perth Hills, where she lives locally with her husband, two children, and two dogs on a bush block she proudly calls home.
Across decades of general practice, alongside the lived experience of raising a family, Dr Marlow has witnessed the cumulative burden of chronic disease—not only on individuals, but on families and communities. This has shaped her belief that meaningful care requires time, careful listening, and an understanding of the broader context in which health exists.
To deepen this work, Dr Marlow is currently undertaking further training in Lifestyle Medicine, strengthening the evidence base behind her holistic approach. This is particularly relevant in menopause care, where hormonal change intersects with physical health, emotional wellbeing, identity, and quality of life.
At WA Menopause Clinic, Dr Marlow is known for longer, in-depth consultations that allow space for detailed history-taking, thoughtful examination, and shared decision-making. Treatment plans are developed collaboratively and refined over time, with follow-up visits focused on reflection, adjustment, and progress rather than rushed outcomes.
Dr Marlow embodies WA Menopause Clinic’s philosophy that good medicine takes time—and that women deserve care that is attentive, grounded, and deeply human.
Dr Yan Peng
FRACGP, MD, PhD, DRANZCOG, BSc (Hons), Australasian Menopause Society Member
Dr. Peng is a dedicated family medicine physician specializing in holistic care for women navigating the challenges of perimenopause and menopause. With a strong passion for all aspects of women’s health, she focuses on perimenopause and menopause management, lifestyle medicine, weight loss, metabolic health, and contraception. Dr. Peng is fully qualified to perform Implanon and Mirena IUD insertions and removals, ensuring comprehensive reproductive healthcare for her patients.
Her approach to medicine is rooted in compassion and personalization. She is committed to empowering women with knowledge, enabling them to take charge of their health and well-being. Dr. Peng prioritizes staying at the forefront of medical advancements by attending regular educational events and reviewing the latest research, ensuring her practice aligns with the most current evidence-based guidelines.
Dr. Peng earned her medical degree from Notre Dame University in 2018 and gained extensive experience across a variety of specialties during her hospital rotations in Western Australia, including Emergency Medicine, General/Acute Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, Colorectal Surgery, and ENT. These experiences provided her with a broad and deep understanding of patient care. However, she identified a significant gap in the support and care available for women in the perimenopause and menopause phases of life, inspiring her to dedicate her practice to addressing this need.
Before pursuing medicine, Dr. Peng was a honeybee researcher, earning a PhD for her work in the field. Her background in research instilled a deep respect for evidence-based practice and an enduring curiosity that continues to drive her medical career.
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Peng enjoys spending quality time with her family, cooking, gardening, and embracing sustainable living.
Dr Claudine Swaitek
BSc (Hons), MBBS (UWA), Diploma of Palliative Medicine
Dr Claudine Swiatek is a General Practitioner with a passion for preventative medicine, healthy longevity, and helping people achieve their best health at every stage of life.
With advanced training through the Royal Australasian College of Physicians in Palliative Medicine, she brings a uniquely holistic perspective to patient care, combining scientific evidence with a deep appreciation of what matters most to each individual. Her approach is centred on optimising health, enhancing quality of life, and empowering patients to take an active role in their long-term wellbeing.
Claudine has a special interest in sexual health for both men and women, chronic disease management, and preventive and lifestyle medicine.
She works with patients to optimise hormonal, metabolic, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal health through personalised, evidence-based care that incorporates lifestyle medicine alongside conventional medical treatment.
Believing that the best outcomes are achieved collaboratively, she partners closely with physiotherapists, psychologists, dietitians, exercise physiologists, specialists, and other allied health professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient.
She also enjoys working with athletes and active individuals to maximise performance, prevent injury, and support lifelong physical health.
Dr Paige Morley
MBBS (WA), FRACGP, Certificate of Advanced Skin Cancer Surgery, Certificate of Skin Cancer Surgery and Dermoscopy
Dr Paige Morley is an experienced General Practitioner with a special interest in medical and cosmetic skin care, laser medicine and preventative skin health. She graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2009 and subsequently completed additional training in women’s health, primary care skin cancer medicine and dermoscopy before attaining Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Dr Morley provides dedicated consultations for women experiencing skin changes during perimenopause and menopause. Hormonal transition can affect the skin’s hydration, collagen, elasticity, pigmentation, sensitivity and healing. Her areas of focus include:
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Dryness, dehydration and impaired skin barrier
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Increased sensitivity, irritation and redness
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Adult acne and hormonal breakouts
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Pigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun damage
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Changes in skin texture, firmness and elasticity
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Facial flushing and visible blood vessels
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General skin rejuvenation and age-appropriate skin enhancement
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Development of medically guided skincare and treatment plans
Dr Morley takes an individualised, evidence-informed approach. She considers each patient’s skin type, medical history, current skincare, menopause-related changes and treatment objectives before recommending appropriate options.
Dr Morley’s consultations are specifically focused on menopause-related skin assessment, skin health and enhancement. She does not provide general menopause consultations or initiate and manage menopausal hormone therapy. Patients requiring assessment of hot flushes, sleep disturbance, mood symptoms, vaginal or urinary symptoms, or hormone treatment should book with one of the WA Menopause Clinic’s menopause practitioners.
Nurse Claudia
Registered Nurse (RN)
Menopause-Related Skin Health and Enhancement
Claudia Roze is a Registered Nurse with a special interest in supporting women experiencing skin changes during perimenopause and menopause. She provides personalised skin consultations and treatments focused on restoring skin health, improving appearance and supporting long-term skin confidence.
Hormonal changes can contribute to dryness, sensitivity, breakouts, pigmentation and a gradual reduction in collagen, firmness and elasticity. Claudia works with patients to address concerns such as:
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Dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin
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Changes in texture, firmness and elasticity
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Adult acne and hormonal breakouts
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Pigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun damage
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Redness and visible facial vessels
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Fine lines and other signs of skin ageing
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Skin rejuvenation and preventative maintenance
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Medically guided skincare and treatment planning
Claudia takes a considered, patient-centred approach, tailoring recommendations to each person’s skin, medical history, priorities and stage of menopause. Where appropriate, she works collaboratively with the clinic’s doctors to ensure treatment is clinically suitable and aligned with the patient’s broader care.
Claudia’s consultations are specifically for menopause-related skin concerns, skin health and skin enhancement. She does not provide general menopause consultations, prescribe medication or initiate or manage menopausal hormone therapy.
Patients seeking assessment of broader menopause symptoms or hormone treatment should book with one of the WA Menopause Clinic’s menopause practitioners.
Emma
Wellness Concierge
For Emma, great patient care begins with a genuine smile and a warm welcome. She loves being organised, supporting her team and helping people feel comfortable and valued from the very beginning of their visit.
Concierge Fran
Fran is known for her warm, approachable nature and willingness to help wherever needed. She enjoys supporting patients and colleagues alike, bringing enthusiasm, kindness, and a positive attitude to every interaction. Fran is committed to ensuring patients feel welcomed and cared for throughout their experience with the clinic.
Concierge Rochelle
Rochelle believes that great care is built through consistency, patience, and genuine connection. She is known for her calm and dependable nature, helping patients feel reassured and supported throughout every stage of their journey. Rochelle understands that healthcare is rarely a single appointment. She is committed to the process that requires trust, guidance, and continuity.
Concierge Loren
Loren helps ensure every patient experience at WA Menopause Clinic is smooth, calm, and well supported. From first contact through to follow-up, she provides clear communication, efficient coordination, and a reassuring presence—so patients feel looked after, informed, and confident at every step of their care.
Concierge Natalie
Natalie is passionate about creating efficient, seamless systems that enhance both patient care and team performance. Calm, organised, and solutions-focused, she enjoys helping processes run smoothly behind the scenes so patients receive a consistently high standard of service and support.