Our Approach to Whole-Person Care
Village Medicine is built around a simple belief: people thrive when healthcare considers the whole person. Our clinical approach recognises that health is influenced by many interconnected factors including physical, emotional, environmental, social and lifestyle-related.
Time to Listen and Understand
We structure consultations to allow meaningful time with patients. This creates space for deeper listening, thorough assessment, and collaborative decision-making. For many clinicians, the ability to explore underlying contributors to health (rather than focusing solely on symptoms), brings greater satisfaction and a stronger therapeutic relationship.
Collaborative, Person-Centred Care
Whole-person care is a shared process. We work collaboratively with patients, encouraging active participation in their health journey. Our model emphasises clear communication, respectful relationships and continuity of care - the foundations of effective general practice.
Meet Dr Cat Quinn
I’m Dr Cat Quinn, the principal General Practitioner at Village Medicine in Brunswick Heads. My background in both natural health and conventional medicine has shaped the way I practise - with a strong focus on integrative, evidence-informed care that treats the whole person.
My training across medicine, child and emergency care, nutrition, homeopathy, and remedial therapies allows me to combine the science of modern medicine with practical, natural, and lifestyle-based strategies. This approach helps uncover the underlying causes of illness and supports long-term health and wellbeing.
For me, good medicine is collaborative, built on listening, understanding, and empowering patients to take an active role in their care.
A Calming Space Designed for Better Care
Our new Brunswick Heads clinic has been purpose-built to support this thoughtful style of practice. Natural light, greenery and a quiet riverside location create a calm working environment that enhances both clinician experience and patient comfort.
For GPs who value connection, curiosity and comprehensive care, Village Medicine offers a model where whole-person practice can flourish.
We would love to speak with you.
If you’re a GP who values connection, thoughtful care, and an integrative approach to medicine, please reach out.