Get To Know Our
Trusted Team
For more than 2 decades, Sunshine Coast Haematology and Oncology Clinic have been supporting patients with haematology (blood) and oncology (cancer) conditions using the latest evidence and advancements in medical treatment.
Our team of Medical Oncologists and Clinical Haematologists are experts in their field and are supported by experienced, caring nurses, Allied Health Professionals, thoughtful catering staff and a highly qualified administration team.
Information about our team, their respective backgrounds and qualifications can be viewed below.
Our
Doctors
Dr Hong Shue
Medical Oncologist
MBBS (Monash), FRACP
Dr Shue is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) with specialist qualifications in Medical Oncology.
Following his graduation from Monash University in 1995, Dr Shue completed the majority of his Physicians Training at the Mater Hospital in Brisbane. He then completed his advanced training in Medical Oncology at the Royal Brisbane and Womens’, Princess Alexandra and Prince Charles Hospitals in Brisbane. On completion of his advanced training, Dr Shue joined the team at Sunshine Coast Haematology and Oncology Clinic, commencing full-time private practice in 2012.
Dr Shue has a strong focus on keeping up to date with the latest developments in oncology research and is currently a Principle Investigator for a number of his own clinical trials across multiple cancer types including skin cancer, melanoma, lung cancer and ovarian cancer.
Dr Shue is committed to providing the best possible care for each patient he works with by encouraging open communication, providing thorough consultations and collaborating with other health care clinicians to provide a holistic and multidisciplinary approach.
Dr Shue has experience managing all solid organ malignancies, with special interest in:
- Melanoma & skin cancer
- Lung cancer
- Gynaecological cancers
- Genitourinary cancer
Dr Brenton Seidl
Medical Oncologist
MBBS, BSc, FRACP
Dr Brenton Seidl is a Medical Oncologist with fellowship in the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP).
Brenton graduated with Bachelor of Science with a focus on pharmacology in 2008 and completed medical school at the University of Queensland in 2012. He completed physician training at Mater Hospital Brisbane, and subsequently worked as an Advanced Trainee in Medical Oncology across several major hospitals throughout Queensland.
In 2020, Brenton returned to Mater Cancer Care Centre to take the position of Oncology Research Fellow, a role which further contributed to his interest in clinical trials and oncology research. In addition to being a co-investigator for numerous clinical trials across multiple cancer types, Brenton was involved in, and coordinated his own investigator-initiated research in breast cancer.
Throughout medical school and his career, Brenton has taken a strong interest in patient advocacy and education. He volunteered with the Australian Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, in which he founded the Queensland branch. He organised patient support group meetings and acted as patient and media contact in Queensland.
Brenton continues to maintain a focus on patient-centred care, education, and advocacy, which he takes with him to day-to-day clinical practice. He strongly believes that open, honest, and compassionate communication with patients and their families is essential to patient well-being and is committed to finding the best options and solutions for each patient he works with.
Brenton has experience in managing all solid organ malignancies, with a special interest in breast cancer, genitourinary cancers, melanoma, and lung cancer.
Dr Joshua Richmond
Clinical Haematologist
MBBS (Hons), FRACGP, FRACP, FRCPA
Dr Joshua Richmond is a Clinical & Laboratory Haematologist. Joshua is the Acting Director of Haematology at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital and joins our team working as a private Clinical Haematologist in a part-time capacity. Dr Richmond is an enthusiastic teacher and is highly committed to the development of a full tertiary level Haematology service on the Sunshine Coast.
Dr Richmond is a passionate and personable Haematologist. He has a considered and friendly approach and enjoys fostering genuine patient – doctor relationships, where patient’s feel comfortable and safe, ensuring patient autonomy.
For Dr Richmond providing patients with the best possible care is of paramount importance and this means:
- He recognises and understands that each patient is unique and is also part of a unique family unit. He is careful to ensure each patient receives thorough and professional care, and is allowed time to ask questions, and encourages open communication.
- He has a strong focus on current best practice by keeping up to date with developments in the field of Haematology and participating in professional development and teaching.
- He enjoys developing and maintaining professional relationships with colleagues to offer consults or collaboration, with the focus of providing the best patient centred care possible.
Dr Richmond completed his Clinical and Laboratory fellowship in October 2011, and he has worked as a consultant Haematologist both publicly and privately since then. Dr Richmond also qualified as a General Practitioner (GP) gaining his fellowship in 2005 before returning to pursue his passion – Haematological care. Along with his wife, Dr Richmond has three school age children who all love the Sunshine Coast and feel very privileged to live in such a beautiful community and part of the world.
Dr Manjunath Narayana
Clinical Haematologist
Dr Manjunath Narayana is a Clinical and Laboratory Haematologist at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital and joins our team working as a private Clinical Haematologist in a part-time capacity.
He completed his Medical (MBBS) school at Rajiv Gandhi University of health sciences, India in 2002. After completion of his internship in India he has worked as a junior doctor in North Yorkshire and Liverpool University hospital before migrating to Brisbane in 2006. He undertook his basic physician training at RBWH & TPCH. He completed training in both clinical and laboratory Haematology at Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital, Mater hospital & Princess Alexandra hospital. He worked at Nambour general hospital in 2016 as a Haematology advance trainee before securing a full-time position at SCUH in February 2017 when the new hospital opened.
Dr Narayana is the current lead in Lymphoma at SCUH and is also involved in select clinical trials from ALLG. His major interests are in malignant haematology (i.e. lymphoma, myeloma, MDS and MPNs).
Dr Jason Conn
Clinical Haematologist
Dr Jason Conn is a clinical and laboratory haematologist practising at Coastal Cancer Care with the Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital, and also holds a staff specialist position at the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. He has a broad range of experience in managing patients with both malignant and non-malignant haematologic disorders, including lymphoma, myeloma, leukaemia, and thrombosis/haemostasis.
Dr Conn completed his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree with James Cook University in 2013. Haematology and laboratory specialist training was undertaken within the tertiary teaching institutions of the Princess Alexandra Hospital and Royal Brisbane & Women’s Hospital. Through these centres, Dr Conn was able to gain valuable experience with clinical trials and translational research; he has published peer-reviewed articles in several prominent cancer journals, both as lead author and in close collaboration with interstate and international researchers. He also maintains a strong teaching and mentorship focus via his affiliation with the University of Queensland’s School of Medicine as an Associate Lecturer.
Dr Conn is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) and Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (FRCPA). He is also a member of several leading cancer trial and research groups including the Australasian Leukaemia & Lymphoma Group (ALLG), American Society of Haematology (ASH) and Haematology Society of Australia and New Zealand (HSANZ). Dr Conn is also currently completing further post-graduate study through the University of Newcastle to become a Master of Clinical Epidemiology.
Dr Jacinta Perram
Clinical Haematologist
Dr Jacinta Perram is an Australian consultant haematologist, with extensive experience in the diagnosis and management of malignant and non-malignant blood disorders.
Dr Perram completed medical school at the University of Sydney, with specialist training at Royal Prince Alfred, Concord and St Vincent’s Hospitals in Sydney. She undertook a Postgraduate Fellowship in Transplant and Cellular Therapy at Westmead Hospital, and worked as a Staff Specialist Haematologist at St Vincent’s Public Hospital from 2022 to 2025. She is an experienced allogeneic transplant doctor and can provide long term follow up to post-transplant patients.
Dr Perram is a dual specialist in Clinical Haematology and Haematopathology, and is a key member of multidisciplinary cancer care teams, contributing to coordinated, patient-centred management of complex haematological conditions. She has extensive Clinical Research experience and is passionate about ensuring access for her patients to novel therapies.
Dr Perram has a strong clinical and academic interest in Myeloproliferative neoplasms and related disorders, having published in this area and chairing the national meeting for discussion of transplant cases in Myelofibrosi
Dr Maureen Mitchell
Palliative Medicine Specialist
BSc, MBBS, MPH, GCHPE, FAChPM
Dr Maureen Mitchell is a Specialist in Palliative Medicine with extensive experience supporting patients experiencing complex symptoms due to terminal illness, whether malignant or non-malignant. She is dedicated to enabling patients to receive care in their preferred setting and is committed to improving symptom management for those undergoing intensive cancer treatments. Dr Mitchell currently practices at Selangor Private Hospital and consults at Buderim Private Hospital where she provides both inpatient and outpatient care focused on symptom control and end-of-life care.
Her clinical interests include:
- Complex Symptom Control in Terminally Ill Patients
- Community-Based Palliative Care
- Supportive Care in Advanced Oncology
- Addressing Existential Distress
- Educating Clinicians in End-of-Life Care
Dr Mitchell’s career began in Western Australia, where she initially trained as a General Practitioner. Her interest in palliative care was sparked during her time as a medical student, observing General Practitioners providing home care to terminally ill patients. Following a residency at a hospice in Perth, she provided in-home care for terminally ill patients through the Silver Chain Hospice Service. Her early career also included roles in multicultural health and as the GP Coordinator for “Freo Street Doctor,” where she provided crucial care for individuals with addiction, mental health challenges, and infectious diseases.
In the Northern Territory, Dr Mitchell delivered palliative care to Indigenous and remote communities, where she saw firsthand the importance of place in end-of-life care. Serving as Acting Director of Palliative Care for much of her six years there, she later pursued formal palliative medicine training in Brisbane, holding positions at prominent institutions, including The Wesley Hospital and Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service. Her roles have involved both hospital-based and community-focused palliative care, deepening her commitment to accessible, culturally sensitive end-of-life care.
Dr Mitchell’s dedication extends to supporting GPs in managing complex cases and developing a multidisciplinary day-unit care program for palliative patients on the Sunshine Coast. Her professional recognitions include a finalist position for the 2010 “Pride of Australia Medal” and awards from her service with the Royal Australian Navy. A certified educator, she is committed to teaching bioethics and end-of-life care. Residing on the Sunshine Coast, she remains active in the community, volunteering with Turtle Care and supporting Indigenous cultural studies through her family’s work.
SCHOC
Founder
Dr John Reardon
Medical Oncologist & Clinical Haematologist (Retired)
In 1998, responding to an unmet need, Dr Reardon together with his wife Sandra, founded and established the Sunshine Coast Haematology and Oncology Clinic at Cotton Tree. Since that time, the Clinic has become a highly-valued facility on the Sunshine Coast, consistently delivering quality care to patients with cancers and blood disorders in a non-threatening and friendly environment. John retired in 2020.
Allied
Health
Tania Shaw
Massage Therapist
DipRM, CLT, OMT
Tania received her Diploma in Remedial Massage in 2006; later going on to qualify in Oncology Massage and Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy with internationally recognised providers of education when she recognised the need for appropriately trained professionals on the Sunshine Coast.
From 2008 to 2019 Tania worked with internationally renowned Oncology Massage Limited in several capacities: Executive Manager, Course Facilitator – Student Coach and Mentor, Program Management and Coordination, Corporate Advocate, and now Specialist Advisor. A rewarding and challenging career path, and one that enriched Tania’s professional development.
Working daily with the unique experiences that Oncology Massage and Decongestive Lymphatic Therapy brings has brought a high level of awareness to Tania’s work, as well as building a profound knowledge base from which to draw upon. She has developed advanced rehabilitative techniques based on this experience and, working holistically, uses them for the management of lymphoedema and lipoedema, chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy, scar mobilisation, range of movement difficulties and other issues that can arise from the treatment of cancer. Pre-existing issues are also considered when deciding upon an appropriate course of massage therapy.
Tania provides education around self-care to empower and facilitate well-being, an important factor in the therapeutic treatment process. To this end, she has co-created the LymphDIY resources: Lymphatic Drainage books and DVDs for those who have had lymph nodes removed or radiated.
Whilst she focuses on those who are living with the effects from treatment for cancer, Tania also offers her massage skills and services to family members and friends, as well as the Sunshine Coast community.
Sarah Bloomfield
Dietitian-Nutritionist
BHSc (Nut&Diet), BLeisMgt, APD/AN
Sarah is an accredited practicing Dietitian-Nutritionist with 20 years’ experience working in a variety of clinical and leadership roles within the public and private healthcare sectors.
Sarah has a special interest in Cancer care, Nutrition Support, and Gastrointestinal Health. Her passion for providing high quality, evidence based nutritional therapy for Oncology, Haematology and Palliative care patients has been demonstrated through her active contribution to service planning and development of innovative and multidisciplinary models of care for cancer services on the Sunshine Coast.
Sarah enjoys working in a team environment and appreciates the value this brings to patient care. She draws on evidence-based nutrition science as the foundation of her consultations, incorporating this into the provision of practical and holistic nutrition advice aimed at managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for those diagnosed with cancer at all stages of their journey.
Sarah enjoys a work-life balance spending valuable time with her husband and two daughters. Sarah embraces the Sunshine Coast culture of a healthy lifestyle and healthy eating.
Jesse Goldfinch
Exercise Physiologist
BClinExSc ESSAM AEP
Jesse is an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, Accredited Exercise Scientist and Exercise and Sports Science Australia Member. Jesse graduated from the University of the Sunshine Coast with a Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Science in 2011.
Jesse is the Principal Exercise Physiologist at the Sunshine Coast Haematology & Oncology Clinic in Buderim. He has a big interest in implementing exercise as a treatment strategy to help with chronic conditions for all ages, specialising in exercise for cancer clients. Jesse believes exercise should be an adjunct therapy when going through cancer treatment, as it plays a crucial role in reducing the side effects pre, during and post cancer care. In conjunction with his work at SCHOC, Jesse is also the Director of MyEP- Clinical Exercise Physiology, with clinics located throughout the Sunshine Coast.
Jesse has experience working with clients of all ages, professions and sporting backgrounds. Whether it’s surfing the breaks along the Sunshine Coast coastline or general fitness, Jesse lives and breathes movement.
‘If exercise was a pill, it would be the most prescribed drug on the planet.’
Samantha Clutton
Clinical Psychologist
MPsychClin FCCLP/AN
Samantha is a clinical psychologist who is passionate about helping people – including patients and their families – to cope with the challenges of cancer. Samantha is warm and compassionate in her approach and believes that everyone, no matter what they are facing, has the potential to feel better.
Samantha has more than 20 years experience working in the field of oncology and has a strong commitment to evidence based psychology practice. Samantha is an expert in cognitive-behavioural therapy and mindfulness and weaves these approaches into her therapy. Although her first love is clinical practice she provides clinical supervision to other psychologists and has a number of research publications in peer reviewed journals. She has presented at a variety of conferences on the topic of helping people to cope with cancer. As well as her work as a psychologist, Sam loves spending time with her family, bush walking, travel and learning new skills.
Dr Katie Trusewicz
Psychologist
B.A. (Psych.), Postgrad. Dip. App. Psych., Hlth Psych., MAAPi
Katie has a doctorate in health psychology and is a member of the Australian Association of Psychologists. She has been practising as a registered psychologist for over 17 years. Katie enjoys working with adults to assist them to manage a wide range of psychological issues and to improve their overall well-being.
Katie has many years of experience working in private practice and has also worked at the Austin and Alfred hospitals and for the Australian Psychological Society. In addition to working with people with psychological conditions, Katie also works with people who have been diagnosed with medical conditions or chronic health issues such as cancer, diabetes, women’s health issues, chronic fatigue syndrome, and neurological conditions, which may be better managed with the assistance of psychological interventions and support.
She is available for both Telehealth and face-to-face appointments in Buderim.
P: 1300 765 750
Administration
Team
You will always be welcomed with the friendliest of faces at Sunshine Coast Haematology & Oncology Clinic. Our dedicated administration team are generally your first point of contact – they will organise your appointments, answer general queries and assist with the overall coordination of your care.
Our administration team are available to speak with Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm on (07) 5479 0000. If they are unable to answer your immediate query, our team of nurses and medical specialists will be consulted to assist you further.
Melissa Campbell
Clinical Business Manager
Melissa received her training as a registered Nurse in Sydney, obtaining a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Western Sydney in 1998. Melissa was introduced to Cancer Nursing in 1999 working in the Westmead Haematology and Bone Marrow Transplant Unit where she spent the next 10 years. During this time, she obtained a Postgraduate degree in Oncology Nursing and also completed an Advanced Cancer Nurse rotational program gaining experience in all aspects of cancer nursing. Fulfilling roles in all aspects of nursing including clinical co-ordination, management and education has given her well rounded experience. Melissa moved into the private sector in 2010 working in the oncology clinic at Norwest Private Hospital as an oncology nurse and relief manager.
In 2018 Melissa and her family moved to the Sunshine Coast where she was given the opportunity to work at our clinic as a registered nurse. Melissa then transitioned into the role of Clinical Nurse and has now been appointed as Clinical Business Manager.
Melissa has over 20 years’ experience in Cancer Services Nursing and hopes to continue providing a service that is supportive and caring to clients of the Sunshine Coast community.
Nursing
Team
Our dedicated and professional team of nursing staff care for patients throughout their treatment journey. All of our nursing staff are Registered Nurses with oncology, chemotherapy administration training and experience. Our nursing staff ensure that people understand their treatment and take the time to listen to problems that people may be experiencing and work with them to eliminate or lessen these issues.
Catering
Team
Morning tea, afternoon tea or lunch is provided to our patients whilst visiting our day hospital for treatment. The culinary delights are a highlight of peoples visits to the Clinic. Freshly brewed coffee, a selection of teas and fruit juices together with gourmet sandwiches, cheese platters, and sweet and savoury refreshments, are enjoyed as people undergo their treatment.