Meet Our Staff

Our practice is dedicated to excellence in patient care and providing you with a positive surgical treatment experience. Our staff consists of professionals who are ready to assist you with all of your needs and questions. We believe that our multi-disciplinary team, working side by side, are the main pillars, leading to the success of your surgical journey.

Anaesthetist: Dr Vincent DaSilva, BSc(Med), MBBS, FANZCA

Dr DaSilva graduated from the University of NSW and spent the early part of his career in Intensive Care medicine before commencing his anaesthesia training at St George Hospital, Sydney. He also trained at The Royal Hospital for Women, The Children’s Hospital at Westmead and St Vincent’s Hospital before completing his Fellowship year with NRMA CareFlight. Following this he worked as a retrieval specialist with NRMA CareFlight and the NSW Ambulance Helicopter Rescue Service.

His current clinical profile includes anaesthesia for bariatric and upper gastrointestinal surgery, liver and colorectal surgery, obstetrics and plastic surgery. He has a special interest in anaesthesia for trauma surgery and anaesthesia in the elderly and critically ill.

If you have any queries regarding any part of your procedure or the pre and postoperative care – all you have to do is ask us.

Bariatric Physician: Dr. Daiva Kuzinkoviene MBBS, MRCGP, FRACGP

Dr Daiva is a Bariatric physician, specialising in weight loss management. She consults patients during the follow up appointments before and after bariatric surgery.

After completion of her GP training in the UK, in 2008 she was conferred a MRCGP degree – Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners – London, UK.

Dr Daiva then arrived to work in Australia and, after completion of the accreditation process – she was awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners FRACGP.

She is a member of the Obesity Network at the National Faculty of Special Interest at Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.

Dr Daiva is very caring and passionate about her job. She very well understands the complexity of obesity as a disease, its related illnesses, patient’s physical and psychological challenges, therefore provides a fully comprehensive approach to weight loss management for our patients before and after bariatric surgery.

Carmel Myles (Clinical Psychologist) B.Ed. B.Sc. (Psych. Hons) P.G.C. (A.Psych.) M.A.P.S

Carmel has worked as a Psychologist in the public and private sectors for the past 18 years; including Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, The Sydney Clinic (Private Psychiatric Hospital) and in private practice at Bondi Junction. Carmel has extensive experience in the psychological assessment, treatment and counselling of individuals and group therapy. Carmel has worked in a broad range of areas including; anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioural problems, eating disorders and obesity, body image, self-esteem and addiction.

Carmel has a special interest in the treatment of obesity and has worked as a Psychologist at Metabolism and Obesity Services, Department of Endocrinology, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital. Carmel also conducted her own research in the treatment of obesity at the University of Sydney and at the Metabolism and Obesity Services and it was presented at conferences for the Australasian Society for the Study of Obesity and at the International Congress of Applied Psychology.

Carmel takes a wholistic view to help you live a full and meaningful life, helping you to establish helpful eating patterns, achieve better life balance, learn more effective coping strategies, and develop a healthier relationship with yourself, your body and with food.

Practice Dietitian – Emily Fussell

Emily Fussell is an experienced and empathetic Accredited Practicing Dietitian with a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics from Griffith University, Gold Coast. Specializing in bariatric weight loss surgery and metabolic weight management, Emily brings extensive experience across clinical, community, and private settings.

Emily provides personalized nutrition strategies tailored to each phase of the weight loss surgery journey, ensuring patients receive comprehensive nutrition support before and after their procedure. Her compassionate and collaborative nature ensures that every patient feels empowered to make informed decisions about their health, helping them build confidence as they navigate their weight management journey.

Emily’s goal is to foster long-term success by equipping her patients with the tools, knowledge and encouragement they need to thrive beyond surgery and embrace a healthier, more fulfilling lifestyle.

Practice Manager: Laura Wilson, BSc Hons, PGdip

Laura has a background in health and exercise, she most recently completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Clinical Exercise and has a keen interest in the wellbeing of our patients.

Laura has many years of management experience within the Wellness Industry and is here to support you on every step of your weight loss journey with understanding and empathy.

Laura will be more than happy to talk you through any stage of the process, she loves questions and is more than happy to help!

Practice Administrator – Emelie Zahariadis

With over 15 years of customer service expertise in diverse environments, Emelie is committed to providing exceptional support to all patients and medical team.
She is passionate about enhancing patient experiences and providing support following surgery. She prides herself on creating a welcoming environment, using strong communication skills to address patient needs effectively. She is always eager to learn and adapt to the evolving needs of the healthcare industry.

When not at work Emelie finds great joy in going to the gym or for walks, spending time with her family, and being outdoor especially the beach and national parks.

Emelie is happy to assist with any questions or needs you might have during your weight loss journey.

Practice administrator – Nina Glavincevski

Meet Nina! Our energetic student dietitian who jumped into Advanced Surgicare in early 2024. Nina has completed a Bachelor of Nutrition Science at the University of Wollongong and is currently pursuing a Master of Nutrition and Dietetics.

As a former national-level women’s artistic gymnast, Nina developed a strong foundation in health and wellness early on, which fuels her commitment to helping patients achieve their goals. She enjoys spending time at the beach on a sunny day, travelling and training for her next half marathon in her spare time.