About

The WA Iron Centre is a private clinic dedicated to the management of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia in WA. Located in Cloverdale, Western Australia, the centre is led by Clinical Associate Professor Pradeep Jayasuriya, a leading expert in the treatment of iron deficiency.

We offer a high level of care and management for people diagnosed with iron deficiency. Iron infusions are offered as a treatment option for patients suffering from iron deficiency and iron deficiency anaemia. Our dedicated staff deliver a personalised, high standard of care in a calm and friendly environment where we aim to make you feel involved, informed and confident with the treatment provided.

Our Team

Clinical Associate Professor Pradeep Jayasuriya

MBBS, M Hlth Serv Man

Clinical Associate Professor Pradeep Jayasuriya is a leading general practitioner in the Perth, Western Australia metropolitan area with a specialised interest in iron deficiency. He developed the first community-based iron infusion facility in Australia which allowed for easier and safe access to intravenous iron for the community. He is widely regarded and consults and lectures widely throughout Australia promoting the better management of iron deficiency to improve outcomes for patients. He is also actively involved in various research programs and contributes to policy in the area of patient blood management.

Dr Jocelyn Gunn

Dr Gunn graduated from the University of Western Australia in 2015 and commenced work in general practice in 2020. She has a special interest in women’s health and sexual health with a FPAA Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health. She believes in the importance of managing iron deficiency, including identification and treatment of the underlying cause, in order to help patients feel better and live well.

Outside of work Dr Gunn enjoys camping and spending time in the garden.

Angela

Practice Manager/ Practice Nurse

Angela Lowndes is a Registered Nurse who has partnered with Associate Professor Jayasuriya in establishing iron infusion in primary care. The role of nurses in managing iron deficiency is crucial and she has developed some of the innovative tools and instruments we use at the clinic to ensure that patient wellbeing is central to what the clinic does. She is actively engaged in postgraduate training and research.

Alicia

Practice Nurse

Alicia Candy is a Registered Nurse who joins the team on Mondays and Fridays. She has a broad working background in emergency nursing, international humanitarian aid and project management. Her passion is to make things happen, and she loves to be busy!

Karen

Business Manager

Karen Witkowski is our Business Manager with over 25 years of experience. She is well acquainted with the complexities and nuances of the health system. A devotee of the quality improvement movement she is on the lookout to develop a clinic on the basis of excellence and quality. She will ensure that systems and processes run smoothly.

Jackie

Receptionist

Jackie is our receptionist who takes pride in making patients feel at home, being helpful and friendly to everyone who walks in our door.

Ana

Receptionist

Ana is one of our receptionists. She has recently graduated from Murdoch University with a Biomedical Science Degree, and hopes to continue her studies in Public Health next year.

Trish

Receptionist

Trish is one of our receptionists who likes to make our patients feel comfortable and at ease in a friendly environment. She is passionate about community education and empowerment.