Our Mission
When Dr Philippe and Dr Jonny got chatting over beers one evening, they realised their shared ambition to improve access to health services for men in Regional Queensland.
As a GP in Townsville, Dr Jonny felt frustrated with the lack of clear options he could offer his male patients.
Urologist Dr Philippe was keen to start to offering new and innovative treatments to his patients, but needed a General Practitioner to bridge the gap in the patient journey between GP and Specialist Urologist. So the solution was obvious…
Another round?
Well yes, but also Verve Men’s Clinic of course!
A healthy space for men, we’re trying something new with the aim of closing the health gap between male and female Australians. Come and see you for yourself!
Dr Jonny VERVE CLINICAL DIRECTOR
General Practitioner MBChB, BSc (Hons), FRACGP
(AHPRA Reg No MED0001525950)
Dr Jonathan Fenton is a UK-trained General Practitioner, with extensive experience in Diabetes Management, Men’s Health and Sexual Health…
Dr Jonny relocated to tropical North Queensland from Ireland, having completed his medical degree at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. He then moved to London where he worked within King’s College Hospital’s renowned sexual health department, leading the way in treatments for sexually-transmitted infections and prevention strategies for their spread.
Seeking warmer climes, Dr Jonny moved to Melbourne for two years to work in Eastern Health’s Emergency and Intensive Care Departments before returning to Scotland to embark on his General Practitioner training within the NHS. Here he excelled within a number of areas including Sexual Health, Psychiatry and Obstetrics before qualifying in 2015 as a General Practitioner.
In 2017 Dr Jonny made the move back to Australia and this time calls Queensland home. Now a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, he works in Townsville as a GP and now at Verve Men’s Clinic. As a new Australian citizen, Dr Jonny is excited to combine his love of sexual health and men’s health, to offer new and revolutionary erectile dysfunction treatments to men in regional Queensland in a medically-safe and professional manner.
Dr Jonny is passionate about normalising conditions such as erectile dysfunction, to encourage men to seek advice and assistance for the good of their sexual and mental health. Dr Jonny now offers non-surgical procedures to regional Queenslanders which can improve patient intimate relationships, confidence and overall health.
Dr Jonny is excited to be able to offer these treatments to men in a safe and medically-administered way by combining his GP skills with Dr Philippe Wolanski’s Urological Surgery experience.
Dr Jonny has recently brought on Cosmetic PRP Treatments for hair loss for patients, which he carries out conveniently in clinic.
Dr Philippe VERVE CLINICAL DIRECTOR
Urological Surgeon MBBS, FRACS Urol
(AHPRA Reg No MED0000966754)
Dr Philippe Wolanski is a highly respected and accomplished urological surgeon based in Townsville, North Queensland…
He is the founder of Coastal Urology Clinic, where he offers a range of urological services to patients. Additionally, he is the urological training director at Townsville University Hospital, where he provides expert care to patients.
Dr Philippe is a proud Queenslander, having completed his undergraduate degree at James Cook University in Townsville and his urological training in Queensland. He honed his skills further during his post-fellowship year at the state-of-the-art Gold Coast University Hospital. Seeking to further expand his expertise, he completed an honorary fellowship in Andrology and Reconstructive Surgery at University College London Hospital.
Recognising the need for specialised men’s health services in North Queensland, Dr Philippe has now co-founded Verve Men’s Clinic to focus on providing men in Regional Queensland with access to the latest treatments and services for erectile dysfunction and cosmetic enhancements. He understands that men in regional areas often have limited access to such services, and aims to improve their sexual and mental health.
With his extensive training and experience, Dr Philippe is committed to providing the highest quality of care to patients in North Queensland. He is dedicated to improving the lives of men in the region through cutting-edge treatments and services.
Dr Jamie GENERAL PRACTITIONER
General Practitioner MBChB (Hons), BSc (Hons), FRACGP
(AHPRA Reg No MED0002545967)
Dr Jamie Weir grew up on the east coast of Scotland outside Edinburgh, completed her medical studies in Aberdeen and had been working as a GP in Glasgow until her move to sunny Townsville in 2021…
Dr Jamie takes a holistic approach to medicine and enjoys the challenge of treating a variety of conditions found in General Practice. She has a special interest in men’s health, sexual health and chronic disease management. She wants to encourage men to be proactive about their health by providing high quality comprehensive care. She prides herself on being approachable and non-judgemental but most of all, professional.
Dr Jamie also has an interest in minor surgery and has completed the Professional Certificate of Skin Cancer Medicine with plans to up-skill further. She is able to offer skin checks and can provide minor surgery services including biopsy and excision.
On the weekends Dr Jamie loves to explore the outdoors, hike, travel and keep active. Although her spare time is now mostly taken up with being a first time mum to her lovely baby boy.
Dr Jamie is accepting new patients at Verve Men’s Clinic.
Dr Michael GENERAL PRACTITIONER
General Practitioner MBBS, FRACGP
(AHPRA Reg No MED0002136326)
Dr Michael Doris is an Irish-born General Practitioner with a strong connection to North Queensland and a broad clinical interest in sexual health, mental health and comprehensive general practice.
Born in Ireland, Dr Michael relocated to Townsville with his family at the age of six. After spending some time living in
Julia Creek in North Queensland’s Gulf Country, he returned to Townsville where he completed his primary, secondary and tertiary education. Having grown up in the region, Dr Michael is proud to call Townsville home and values the opportunity to care for the community that helped shape his early life.
Dr Michael completed his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery at James Cook University in Townsville, a medical program renowned for its strong focus on rural, remote, Indigenous and tropical health. During his training he developed a particular interest in providing accessible healthcare to regional communities and gained experience across a broad range of medical disciplines.
Following his hospital training in North Queensland, Dr Michael has continued to develop his skills across all areas of general practice while undertaking fellowship training with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners. He has also completed extended skills training in sexual and reproductive health, including the provision of medical termination of pregnancy and the management of a wide range of men’s health concerns.
Dr Michael is passionate about providing approachable, evidence-based care and believes in creating a comfortable and supportive environment where patients feel able to discuss sensitive or personal health issues. He has a particular interest in sexual health and preventative care, and is committed to improving health outcomes for people across the North Queensland region.
Outside of medicine, Dr Michael has a strong creative streak and is actively involved in local theatre, occasionally moonlighting as an actor and director when time allows.
Dr Michael is pleased to offer full GP services at Verve and is currently welcoming new patients seeking a regular and supportive general practitioner.
Dr Peter COSMETIC DOCTOR
Cosmetic Doctor MBBS, FRACGP
(AHPRA Reg No MED0000972190)
Dr Peter Gianoulis is Townsville born and bred, graduating from James Cook University in 2006. Soon after completing his General Practice training he began to develop his skills in skin cancer and cosmetic medicine…
He has a special interest in facial rejuvenation including muscle relaxants, volumising treatments, and laser treatment of various skin conditions, which he has been doing for over 11 years.
When he isn’t at Verve Men’s Clinic, he is kept busy working in the general practice he part-owns and spending time with his wife and three children.
Alina PELVIC FLOOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist APAM MACP
(AHPRA Reg No PHY0002019907)
We are very lucky to have the expertise of Alina Filipe, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist at Verve.
Alina is an APA titled pelvic floor physiotherapist, with a Masters and a postgraduate diploma in Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy from Curtin University and graduating from a diploma in Counselling…
She is involved in research and advocacy in sexual and pelvic pain and now calls Townsville home. Alina is trained in pelvic floor physiotherapy for female and male (designated at birth) conditions as well as kids/ paediatrics.
Having lived with pelvic pain most of her life, Alina can empathise with those living with pain. This led to her creating her volunteering and mentoring platform The Pelvic Tuner. Alina helps people with pelvic pain, and mentors other pelvic floor physiotherapists about pelvic conditions such as incontinence, sexual and pelvic pain, anorectal problems and prolapse.
Ronnie COSMETIC NURSE
Cosmetic Nurse, RN, BNSc
(AHPRA Reg No NMW0001795276)
A Queensland boy from the Central West, Ronnie Woodward graduated with a Bachelor of Nursing Science from James Cook University in 2012. He began working at The Townsville University Hospital in Emergency and Short Stay with time also spent time working on Palm Island…
Beginning his career in cosmetic aesthetics in 2017 Ronnie is very excited to bring his extensive experience, knowledge and passion to existing and new clients at Verve.
If lines and wrinkles or volume loss are a concern for you, Ronnie would love to answer any questions you may have.
Ronnie has also brought on Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments for facial rejuvenation and also for hair loss. He hopes to combine with micro-needling for best results.
Come in for a no obligation consultation to discuss your options.
Kate Fenton PRACTICE MANAGER
Kate set up Verve Men’s Clinic from top to bottom. As long as you’re not asking a clinical question, Kate will know! With a background in policing, a Masters in Equality & Human Rights and an undergraduate degree in English Literature, Kate is also
(trying to) complete her Diploma in Counselling (perhaps she could counsel herself!). Kate shares three young children with her partner and used to have hobbies but now she’s happy with a book and a wine.
Desley MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST
Desley is an integral part of our small team. She has been with us from the beginning and has the largest amount of medical administration knowledge tucked away in her big brain. Always there to offer a hand, and with a smile on her face, Desley looks forward to welcoming you to Verve on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Desley also works at Coastal Urology for Dr Wolanski at his location at the Mater.
Siena RECEPTIONIST
We are proud to have Siena work on our front desk whenever she can steal herself away from her Occupational Therapy (OT) Studies at James Cook University. She is great under pressure, answers the phone like a friendly speed demon…
and is single handedly keeping us all young whilst simultaneously making us all feel old. But we love her anyway! Thanks Siena 😉
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