Ben grew up throughout country WA and began his career as a podiatrist in Albany before pursuing medicine at the University of Notre Dame in Perth.

After completing his internship in Albany, Ben gained further experience in the Kimberley, working in Broome and Derby. His commitment to rural healthcare continued with the completion of his Diploma of Rural Generalist Anaesthesia, a milestone achieved during his tenure at Joondalup Hospital.

Most recently, Ben achieved Fellowship with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (FACRRM), with the majority of his general practice training undertaken at Southern Regional Medical Group.

Beyond medicine, Ben loves everything to do with the water, particularly swimming and surfing. He considers the Great Southern the world’s best-kept secret and, on his days off, enjoys playing guitar, a glass of red, and spending time with family and friends.

Ben’s special interests include:

• Emergency Medicine,
• Anaesthetics, and
• Rural and Remote Medicine