We are different at PassGP.

Associate Professor GEORGE ESKANDER

Associate Professor George Eskander MBChB(Hons), FACHSM, CHE, MRCGP, DCH, DRCOG, MAICD is an Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor at Curtin University. He is a former National AMC Examiner, former PLAB Examiner and the former RACGP National Assessment Advisor for the KFP Examination.

He has extensive experience as a Former Chief Examiner, having examined for the AMC, PLAB and RACGP examinations. He has further examined for the AKT, CCE, former OSCE, CAAKT and SJT examinations, with more than a decade of national examination experience.

He is father to two very cheeky boys, and when not at work can be found playing endless games of hide and seek whilst pretending to lose for hours on end.

Dr RUTH-ELLEN MARKS

Dr Ruth-Ellen Marks is a dual-trained specialist in both emergency medicine (FACEM) and general practice (FRACGP). Based on the Gold Coast Australia, she currently works both in undergraduate medical education and in the private sector as an emergency physician. She also holds a postgraduate certificate of health professional education and is beginning to present her academic work at conferences and in journals, particularly in the area of simulation.

She is passionate about mentoring students and doctors along all phases of the training journey, and continues to be involved in formal and informal educational roles including supporting colleagues through professional exams.

Outside of medicine, Ruth-Ellen enjoys traveling, spending time with her husband, two young children and Australian shepherd, and chasing wildlife (responsibly!) with her camera.

Dr PURANI KUMAR

Dr Purani Kumar is a warm, approachable and dedicated clinician and medical educator. She graduated from Monash University in 2018 and obtained Fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2024. Her clinical interests include women’s health, chronic disease management and preventative medicine.

Outside of medicine, she enjoys Pilates, swimming and a good cup of hot chai (when her toddler allows). One day, she also hopes to develop a successful green thumb.

Dr LANA STURM

Dr Lana Sturm is a Melbourne-based GP and Fellow of the RACGP. A proud Monash University graduate, she completed her junior doctor training at Monash Health, where she was actively involved in student teaching and mentorship.

With a passion for supporting doctors through high-stakes exams, Lana brings a calm, encouraging, and structured approach to teaching. She enjoys helping candidates gain confidence, master exam technique, and approach each case with clarity.

Outside of medicine, Lana enjoys spending time with her family and getting outdoors - whether hiking or going for a relaxed jog (short distance only, she insists!).

Dr LOUISA NG

Dr Louisa Ng is a Sydney-based FACEM with a strong interest in medical education, trainee support and clinician wellbeing. She completed a simulation-based learning fellowship and is passionate about using immersive, case-based teaching to develop clinical reasoning and confidence in high-stakes clinical environments.

She actively supports trainees preparing for fellowship examinations, including both written and OSCE components, with a focus on structured clinical thinking, safe practice and effective exam technique. .

She undertook her fellowship training and examinations while raising two young children - an experience that strengthened her commitment to realistic, supportive and sustainable approaches to exam preparation.

Outside of work, she values time with family and friends, staying active, and maintaining balance.

Dr SARA SHARMA

Dr Sara Sharma MBBS, FRACP is a Consultant Geriatrician with clinical experience across acute geriatrics, dementia and neurocognitive disorders, perioperative medicine, and residential aged care. She has worked extensively with trainees preparing for the RACP examinations and has a strong interest in practical, exam-focused teaching.

Her teaching focuses on developing clear clinical reasoning, structured approaches to written and clinical cases, and improving candidate confidence in viva and bedside examination settings. She is particularly passionate about small-group teaching and supporting trainees through the demands of specialist training and examination preparation.

She also has interests in dementia research, neurocognitive geriatrics, and movement disorders.

Dr MATTHEW SMITH

Dr Matthew Smith graduated from the University of Southampton in 2007 and completed his GP training in Dorset, UK, before moving to Perth in 2014. He is now Practice Principal and co-owner of Landsdale Medical Centre.

With experience across the UK, New Zealand and Australia in emergency medicine, surgery, paediatrics and general practice, Matthew has strong clinical interests in paediatrics, chronic disease, pain management, and skin cancer medicine and surgery.

A passionate educator, he has served as a WAGPET Supervisor, RACGP OSCE Examiner, Curtin University mentor and UWA Clinical Lecturer, helping IMGs and registrars build confidence through practical, case-based teaching.

Outside of medicine, Matthew enjoys family life, exploring WA’s outdoors, keeping active, and the occasional swim to Rottnest.

Dr MENA GUIRGUIS

Dr Mena Mark Guirguis is an experienced Specialist GP. He is a former General Medical Council (GMC) PLAB Examiner, leads Medical Student Teaching affiliated with the University of Liverpool, and trains GP Registrars as part of the Warrington Regional Training Scheme.

Mena has a passion in helping trainees reach their potential and passing their high-stakes exams. He is a father of one beautiful daughter, and understands how hard it can be to serve clinically, whilst also being a family man. 

His best friend once accidentally glued his daughter’s eye shut - somehow they remain friends.

KATE DAUNT

Kate Daunt is the Chief Operating Officer at PassGP and has extensive experience in medical regulation and international medical graduate registration pathways across Australia.

She worked at the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) for more than 13 years, where she developed significant expertise in practitioner regulation, registration standards, and complex IMG pathway processes. During her time at AHPRA, she was involved in the establishment of the Expedited Specialist Pathway and became a recognised subject matter expert in the registration of international medical graduates.

Kate also has a background in medical recruitment and is passionate about supporting and guiding international medical graduates through the often complex registration and workforce processes within Australia. Her work focuses on helping doctors navigate pathways safely, strategically, and with clarity.

She is also mother to two very demanding dog children who require extensive crackers, cuddles, and ongoing negotiations around treat allocation and couch privileges.