Meet the team
Our independent GPs
Dr Matthew Dziegielewski
FRACGP, MBBS (Hons.)
Dr Dziegielewski brings a broad range of clinical experience, underpinned by genuine care and empathy for patients from all walks of life. He holds a double degree in Biomedical Science and Science and graduated from Monash University Medical School in 2019.
He completed his early postgraduate training at Peninsula Health, gaining valuable experience across general surgery, rehabilitation, obstetrics and gynaecology, COVID medicine, and aged care. As a General Practitioner, his clinical interests include men’s health, veterans’ health, aged care, musculoskeletal and sports medicine, and emergency medicine.
Dr Dziegielewski has extensive experience assisting with Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) claims and providing ongoing care through DVA and CVC programs.
Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time on the golf course or basketball court, and supporting the Carlton Football Club alongside his wife, Ashlee, and their dogs, Sam and Obi.
Dr Dziegielewski is an independent medical practitioner consulting from Fortitude Health Group.
Dr Brad Frew
MBBS (Hons.) FRACGP
Dr Frew grew up in Melbourne and graduated from Monash University in 2005. Following graduation, he served as a Medical Officer in the Royal Australian Navy, where he developed a strong passion for supporting veterans, informed by his own lived experience as an ADF member.
He completed his General Practice training in 2012 and has since dedicated his career to the health and wellbeing of veterans and their families. He has undertaken further training in psychology and provides Focussed Psychological Strategies to his patients. The same empathy he brings to veteran care is reflected across his broader general practice.
Dr Frew is also passionate about medical education and has served as a lecturer for fourth-year medical students at Monash University for over a decade, contributing to the training of the next generation of doctors.
A local Frankston resident, Dr Frew is married with three children. Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time with his family and supporting their various activities. He is committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate care to the community.
Dr Frew is an independent medical practitioner consulting from Fortitude Health Group.
Dr Allara Walsh-Howe
General Practitioner, MBBS(hons.), FRACGP
Dr Walsh-Howe is a dedicated and highly regarded General Practitioner with a strong commitment to patient-centred care. She brings extensive experience across all areas of general practice, with interests in women’s health, paediatric and adolescent medicine, disordered eating and weight management, and the management of chronic conditions.
She is also passionate about medical education and is a Senior Lecturer for Monash University medical students, contributing to the training and development of future doctors.
Having recently returned from maternity leave, Dr Walsh-Howe is excited to rejoin clinical practice and begin this new chapter with the Fortitude Health Group team. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys running, particularly participating in local parkruns and running events, as well as attending live music performances.
Dr Walsh-Howe is an independent medical practitioner consulting from Fortitude Health Group
Dr Scott Moore
General Practitioner, MBBS(hons.), FRACGP
Dr Moore grew up in the Bayside suburbs of Melbourne and attended St Bede’s College before completing a Bachelor of Biomedicine in 2014. He later completed his medical degree at Monash University, graduating in 2019.
Since graduating, Dr Moore has developed broad clinical experience across a wide range of specialties including emergency medicine, intensive care, paediatrics, women’s health, plastic surgery, and orthopaedic surgery. This diverse background has helped shape his patient-centred and holistic approach to care.
Dr Moore has a strong interest in preventative medicine, men’s health, musculoskeletal and sports medicine, and paediatrics. Since 2021, he has also worked with the Essendon Football Club as one of the AFL team doctors. More recently, he has expanded his focus to supporting the veteran community and has enjoyed becoming part of the Fortitude veteran healthcare team.
Outside of medicine, Scott enjoys both watching and playing sport, particularly golf and football. He also enjoys travelling with his wife Lizzie, discovering Melbourne’s brunch scene, and spending time with his dog Winston, who may have to sacrifice some of that time as Scott and Lizzie are also recent first-time parents.
Our nurses
Our dedicated service would not be possible without our dedicated nurses, Emma and Bianca, who play an integral role in supporting your ongoing health and delivering your personalised care plan. Experienced across a broad range of primary healthcare services, they work closely with both you and your doctor to provide coordinated, patient-centred care.
They have particular expertise in chronic disease management, comprehensive wound care, and preventative health, including maintaining up-to-date immunisations. Their focus is to ensure your healthcare needs are proactively managed, helping you receive consistent, high-quality clinical support throughout your health journey with Fortitude.
Our reception staff
Alison, Jordy, and Kate are usually the first point of contact for patients. They are committed to providing warm, efficient, and compassionate service, helping with appointment bookings, enquiries, and day-to-day patient support.
Samantha is our Practice Manager, overseeing the smooth running of the clinic. She ensures our systems, staff, and processes work seamlessly together so that both patients and clinicians receive the highest standard of care and support.
Together, the team is committed to creating a welcoming environment and ensuring every patient’s experience with Fortitude Health Group is positive from start to finish
At Fortitude Health Group, our friendly reception and administration team plays a vital role in ensuring a smooth and supportive experience for every patient.
Emma McCracken- Psychologist
Emma is a compassionate and experienced Clinical Psychologist who is known for her warm and down-to-earth approach and her commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s most complex emotional landscapes. She is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.
Emma believes that therapy works best as a collaborative partnership, combining evidence-based psychological treatment with each individual’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals. She works alongside her clients to help them gain insight into their challenges, develop practical coping strategies, and build lasting emotional wellbeing.
Emma supports individuals across a broad range of mental health concerns, with particular interests in:
Trauma and PTSD
Using trauma-informed approaches, Emma helps clients process difficult experiences, reduce distressing symptoms, and regain a sense of safety, confidence, and control in their lives.
Anxiety and Depression
Emma provides practical, evidence-based strategies to help individuals manage overwhelming thoughts, emotional distress, and persistent low mood while building resilience and self-understanding.
Relationships and Attachment
She works with clients to explore how past experiences and attachment patterns influence current relationships, helping them develop healthier connections, communication skills, and boundaries.
Emma tailors’ treatment to each individual and draws on a range of evidence-based therapeutic approaches, including:
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) and Trauma-Informed Care to help process and reduce the impact of distressing memories and experiences.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), and Psychoeducation to strengthen emotional regulation, coping skills, and psychological flexibility.
Schema Therapy to identify and address longstanding emotional patterns and beliefs that may be contributing to current difficulties.
Emma is committed to helping her clients better understand themselves, overcome challenges, and creat
