WHO IS NUYU
NEWCASTLE?
We are passionate about giving people an introduction to the world of medical weight loss… We champion you and your goals in your way #youdoyou
We are people who have personally chalked up decades of experience with diets and diet culture, body shaming, body neutrality or even body positivity. We found our zen with our BMI only to be ambushed by perimenopause and menopause.
We have worked through it all. We found success for the kind of goals we wanted through medical weight loss and we want to share that with anyone who wants to know. We can talk for hours about this stuff.
We can also just give you the information and you make your own decision when the time is right for you.
That’s us in a nutshell. We champion you and your goals in your way
#you do you.
SO WHO ARE WE?
MEET YOUR MEDICAL TEAM
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Dr. Fiona O’connell has loved working as a GP for over 20 years, both in Scotland and Australia, and enjoys the variety and breadth of her current practice.Dr. O’Connell also works locally at a Specialist Gastroenterology clinic as a GP with a special interest in Gastroenterology. Dr. Napthali and Dr. O’Connell have been working closely for the past few years.
Fiona particularly likes the challenge of long-term care and has a special interest in Chronic & Preventative Health, such as Diabetes & Heart Disease. She particularly enjoys helping patients with chronic diseases understand and manage their long-term issues.
Dr. O’Connell has weekly appointments available for NUYU clients for both Medical Weight Loss and In-Depth Health Review as required.
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Dr. Kate Napthali is a locally based Gastroenterologist. She offers her expertise at NUYU as a Specialist, consulting for the purposes of Medical Weight Loss.
You will find Dr. Napthali to be a calm and understanding doctor, able to address complex medical issues that may be of concern to you.
Dr. Napthali is available at our monthly clinics alongside our Pharmacist and Health Coach.
Customise your journey
with our Experts
Dr. Fiona O’Connell
We're thrilled to partner with Dr. Fiona O'Connell at NUYU Newcastle. Dr. O'Connell is now offering weekly Medical Weight Loss appointments. This exciting development means you can start your transformation journey sooner with personalised medical weight loss assessment and options.
A Rich Medical Background
A graduate of the University of Bristol, UK, Dr. O'Connell began her career in Hospital Medicine, focusing on Gastroenterology and Cancer Medicine. She later retrained as a General Practitioner in Edinburgh, earning her GP Fellowship in the UK alongside a postgraduate diploma in Family Planning and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Passionate About Holistic Wellness
Dr. O'Connell finds fulfillment in providing comprehensive long-term care, with particular expertise in Chronic & Preventative Health conditions such as Diabetes & Heart Disease. She has a special gift for helping women navigate midlife health transitions with compassion and understanding. Her approach focuses on empowering patients to truly understand and effectively manage their health concerns.
Appointment Types
Dr. O’Connell offers weekly appointments to join the NUYU Newcastle Medical Weight Loss Program. These are 30 mins in duration, look for Initial Appointment appointments when booking.
She is also pleased to offer a bespoke 1 hour in depth health review to discuss chronic health issues preventing you from losing weight and optimising your health.
Kerith Duncanson
Accredited Practising Dietitian
Alongside our medical team, NUYU clients have access to personalised nutrition support from Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD), Dr Kerith Duncanson and her team.
Kerith understands that every person has a unique relationship with food, different health goals, and their own journey to better health. Her approach combines evidence-based nutrition care with empathy, helping clients develop sustainable eating habits that support long-term weight loss, improved health and lasting confidence.
Expertise with Empathy
Kerith brings extensive dietetic experience, along with advanced training in motivational interviewing and counselling. She and her team provide evidence-based nutrition support tailored to each individual’s needs. Beyond simply advising on nutrition, Kerith can guide NUYU clients to understand and optimise their relationship with food, make sustainable changes, and build the confidence to maintain new lifestyle habits for life.
Each of us has unique food preferences, and a different food journey. The aim is to build your kitbag of skills and resources to nurture new food-related habits - from purchasing food to meal prep, balancing energy and nutrient intake, mindful eating and meal-time routines.
Exclusive NUYU Client Support
As well as easy access to Kerith during NUYU clinic days and coffee mornings, NUYU clients can access additional dietetic support designed to maximise results and create sustainable, long-term change.
✓ Comprehensive nutrition assessment
✓ Personalised nutrition guide and recommendations
✓ Evidence-based strategies tailored to your goals and lifestyle
✓ Nutritional analysis and practical food education
✓ Resources, recipes and ongoing support
✓ Guidance to build healthy habits that last for life
#YOUDOYOU
#YOUDOYOU
TRUE EXPERIENCE, EXPERTISE &
SUPPORT
We are a team who is passionate about giving people an non-judgemental introduction to the world of medical weight loss.
Don’t want to get your information online from a message thread from strangers and keyboard warriors? We are here in our charming medical practice in Hamilton NSW to sit with you and answer all your questions.
Not ready to step through the door yet, we can be found at the end of a social DM, email or even an old fashioned phone call.
We welcome men and women to the program.