Dr Leah Port

Dr Leah Port is a dedicated and highly experienced General Practitioner who provides comprehensive healthcare to patients in St Ives, Australia. With a long-standing career in family medicine, she is deeply committed to caring for individuals and families through all stages of their lives. Dr Port is known for her reassuring and patient-centred approach, ensuring that every individual receives personalised and compassionate medical attention.

Throughout her career, Dr Port has developed a strong clinical focus on Women's Health and the management of Osteoporosis. Her dedication to these fields is further demonstrated by her contribution to medical research, having co-authored peer-reviewed publications on osteoporotic fractures and secondary fracture prevention. This academic involvement allows her to bring an evidence-based perspective to her clinical practice, helping patients manage chronic bone conditions and improve their long-term quality of life.

Dr Port completed her medical education at the University of Sydney, graduating with her medical degree in 1978. Her extensive training and decades of clinical practice have equipped her with a deep understanding of a wide range of general practice presentations, from acute illnesses to complex chronic disease management.

Outside of her clinical work, Dr Port enjoys staying active and engaged with her community. Her personal interests include modern folk dancing, bushwalking, and spending quality time with her family, including her grandchildren. This balanced lifestyle reflects her holistic view of health and well-being, which she actively encourages in her patients.