Smith Street Medical Centre
GP at Smith Street Medical Centre, Kotara NSW
Dr Praneetha Konka is a Kotara GP providing patient-centred care across family medicine, children’s health, women’s health and general medicine. She brings medical experience from India, the UK and the USA, with a holistic approach that supports patients to understand their health and take an active role in their wellbeing.
Note: Appointments are subject to doctor availability and clinic booking policies.
General Practitioner
In-clinic and eligible telehealth
Women's health, children's health, preventive care, chronic disease, general medicine
1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289
English, Telugu
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs and Fri
Dr Praneetha Konka is an experienced and compassionate general practitioner consulting at Smith Street Medical Centre Kotara. She graduated from medical school in India in 2010 and completed her MRCGP in the UK in 2024. She has also gained research experience in Paediatric Neurology at the Children’s Hospital of Michigan in the USA, which supports her evidence-based approach to general practice.
Dr Konka has a strong interest in family medicine, children’s health, women’s health and general medicine. Her approach is holistic, taking into account the physical, emotional and social factors that may affect a patient’s health. She also values patient education and aims to help people understand their health concerns, care options and next steps clearly.
Patients looking for a Kotara GP can book with Dr Konka for general GP concerns, family health needs, women’s health appointments and children’s health appointments at the Kotara GP clinic. Please note that Dr Konka does not perform skin checks. If you need a skin cancer check, reception can help direct you to a suitable doctor or clinic service.
Qualifications: MBBS (India, 2010) · MRCGP (UK, 2024) · Research Fellow, Paediatric Neurology, Children’s Hospital of Michigan, USA
Day-to-day health concerns, minor illness reviews and general advice.
Sensitive conversations, screening discussions, contraception and wellbeing.
Common childhood illnesses, growth and development questions, immunisations.
Health screening discussions, lifestyle reviews and risk reduction planning.
Ongoing review of conditions like diabetes, blood pressure and asthma.
Continuity of care for individuals and families across all life stages.
Initial conversations, support planning and onward referrals where helpful.
Telehealth appointments available for eligible existing patients.
For a single concern or routine review.
For multiple concerns or more complex discussions.
A dedicated, sensitive conversation with extra time.
Reviews, common illnesses and growth/development questions.
Ongoing management for long-term health needs.
Where clinically appropriate and safe to issue.
For eligible existing patients, where suitable.
Safety note: For urgent or severe symptoms, call emergency services or seek urgent medical care.
Share what’s brought you in and your relevant health history.
Walk through symptoms, current medications and key context.
Advice, tests, prescriptions, referrals or follow-up where appropriate.
Agree on a clear plan and what to do if things change.
Visit any of our welcoming clinics for general practice and family care.
Availability
Dr. Praneetha Konka is available for Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs and Fri appointments.
Clinic
1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289
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Smith Street Medical Centre Charlestown is a mixed billing practice. Fees can vary depending on appointment type, length, Medicare eligibility, concession status, procedure, test or follow-up needs. Pension Card holders and children under 12 may be eligible for bulk billing under the current fee schedule. Please view the fee schedule or contact reception before booking if you have questions about costs.
Helpful information about booking, availability and what to expect.
Dr Praneetha Konka consults at Smith Street Medical Centre's Kotara clinic, located at 1A Kullaiba Rd, Kotara NSW 2289. She is available Monday to Friday. Please contact the clinic or book online to confirm appointment availability.
Dr Praneetha Konka is available at the Kotara clinic Monday to Friday. Book online or call (02) 4943 3066 to confirm your preferred appointment time.
Dr Praneetha Konka is currently accepting new patients at the Kotara clinic. Book an appointment online or call (02) 4943 3066 to check availability.
At the Kotara clinic, you can book standard and longer GP consultations, family medicine, women's health, children's health, chronic condition reviews, repeat scripts, referrals, and telehealth follow-ups for eligible existing patients. Please note: Dr Konka does not perform skin checks.
Telehealth follow-ups may be available for eligible existing patients where clinically suitable. New concerns generally require an in-clinic appointment.
Yes. A longer appointment is usually recommended so there is enough time for a sensitive, unhurried discussion.
Yes. Dr Konka welcomes children's health appointments as part of her general practice work.
Choose the clinic that's most convenient and that has Dr Konka available on your preferred day. Each clinic has its own consulting days for different doctors.
Please bring your Medicare card, any concession cards, a list of current medications, relevant test results, and any referrals or correspondence from other clinicians.
What you can expect when you see a Smith Street Medical GP.
Plain-language explanations and time to ask questions.
Coordinated next steps when appropriate.
Book online or call reception to choose the clinic, appointment type and time that suits your needs.
