Budding Wellness - A Medical Centre in Noosa Heads
Budding Wellness is a locally owned and operated clinic and dispensary based in Noosa Heads. We value our patients’ experience and believe that endocannabinoid support can be a valuable tool in maintaining quality of life while negotiating ongoing health issues.
We Provide a Holistic Approach to Patient Care
Our doctors work collaboratively with patients to arrive at a personalised treatment plan, aiming at achieving each patients’ individual treatment goals. A close working relationship between medical and pharmacy staff aims at securing a reliable supply of medication.
Locally owned and operated
Supportive of Australian medication producers
Individually tailored, quality of life focussed care
Specialists in matching the right medication to the right patient
No preferred medication suppliers ensures every patient has access to the medication that will suit them best
Familiarity and expertise in allowing an experienced patient to maximise their medication use via a science based plan
Collaborative approach between doctor and patient in arriving at a treatment plan
Reliable medication supply and diverse range of options
Your Team
Our specialised team are patient focussed and are hear to help you on your journey to better health.
Dr Cheyne Mitchell
Doctor
Prior to working with paitents to provide Endocannbinoid support therapies, Dr Cheyne spent over ten years in the public hospital system with Queensland Health. Rotating through a variety of medical specialities his background is primarily within anaesthetic and critical care medicine. With this history he is particularly interested in chronic pain management and the replacement of pre-existing pain or sleeping based medications for lower harm alternatives. Anxiety, particularly when related to being neurodivergent, is a second focus of particular interest.
Alya Abdulmaksoud
Pharmacist
An enthusiastic pharmacist with a diverse professional background of more than twelve years. Commitment to continuous professional development and dedicated to providing high quality care to her patients has led her to take up various roles in her career. Specialised in providing patients with endocannabinoid support since 2020 and facilitating education and training for practitioners looking to further their knowledge about and use of Medicinal Cannabis.
Grace Johnson
Practice Manager
Grace is the friendly face at Budding Wellness, bringing her deep passion for health, fitness, and healing through natural therapies to the forefront. Currently studying a Bachelor in Chinese Medicine with a specialisation in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine, she is dedicated to integrating traditional wisdom with modern wellness practices. With years of experience in the industry, alongside her background in yoga teaching, Grace has cultivated a profound understanding of mindful and balanced living. A strong advocate for preventative healthcare, she is committed to empowering and educating clients, ensuring they have the knowledge and support to take charge of their well-being.
Dr Sandy Fieldhouse
Doctor
Dr Sandy Fieldhouse graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Monash University in 1991. During her studies she was the recipient of the University's Inaugural Bryan Hudson Memorial prize for Medicine. She also received the International Sims Medical Foundation scholarship giving her the opportunity to work and study in Africa. Her medical experience extends to practice in emergency medicine, general practice and cosmetic medicine. For twelve years she maintained a busy mental health practice as a GP Mental Health Specialist at Elwood Family Clinic, working as a therapist. She has also been a GP Mental Health Educator with the Black Dog Institute, providing training and mentorship to general practitioners and other health care professionals. She is trained in the use of medicinal cannabis and has several years experience, working exclusively in the area. She believes it can be a powerful therapy in the treatment of a variety of conditions. She is passionate about helping people with the role medicinal cannabis may play in their health and healing. She brings to her practice a broad and wholistic approach. Her interests in medicinal cannabis are wide including treating patients with chronic pain, insomnia, anxiety, depression and other mental health disorders, cancer and neurological disorders. Her interests outside of medicine include spending time with her husband and three adult children, travel, yoga and knitting blankets for family members.
Morne Venter
Head Pharmacist
With over 10 years of clinical experience, Morné combines a wealth of knowledge with a passion for empowering and educating patients about their health and wellbeing. His detail focussed approach to healthcare means every patient knows their needs and concerns are taken seriously.
Morne is a member of Australian & New Zealand College of Cannabinoid Practitioners (ANZCCP) and currently working towards completing his Masters of Clinical Pharmacy from the University of Queensland (UQ).
Lucy Maher
Pharmacy Assistant
Lucy has a longstanding interest in natural therapies and plant-based medicine. Whilst studying nursing she became aware people were seeking alternatives to conventional medication.
She is dedicated to educating patients in the benefits of cannabinoid medication and strives to empower people to manage their own health using a holistic approach.
