Our Practice
Southeast ENT are leading specialists in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with ear, nose, throat, head and neck conditions.
Our practice was established by Surgeon Mr. Guillermo Hurtado, with a vision to provide the highest possible care and medical expertise on ENT, head and neck related diseases and disorders for adults and children in the South Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne and Gippsland areas.
At Southeast ENT, we strive to achieve the best outcome for each and every one of our patients. We are committed to continue our professional development and research, providing innovative solutions that utilize the latest technology and techniques. We work closely with recognised health professionals in multidisciplinary teams to ensure a holistic assessment and management of a wide array of ear, nose and throat diseases and disorders.
Through our friendly and understanding approach, we ensure you and your loved ones are treated with utmost care and the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Our Team
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Dr Guillermo HurtadoB. Med, ORL (Hons), FRACS, Ear Nose and Throat Surgeon OtologistMr Guillermo Hurtado, is an ENT, Head and Neck Surgeon with Fellowship training in Paediatric ENT and Otology.
In 2011, Guillermo was duly admitted by the Council and granted Fellowship to the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons by exam (RACS). He is also member of Australian & New Zealand Society of Paediatric Otolaryngology (ANZSPO).
Read MoreIn 2009, Guillermo completed fellowship training in Paediatric ENT at the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. He later completed a second fellowship in Otology and General ENT at Monash Health in Melbourne in 2011.
As a result of his Fellowship training, Guillermo has special interest in ear related disorders, including hearing loss management, major ear surgery and hearing implants. He also has expertise in general adult and paediatric ENT conditions, including upper airway surgery for snoring and minimally invasive nasal and paranasal sinus surgery.
Guillermo holds Visiting Medical Officer Consultant appointment at Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital since 2019, where he attends the Cochlear Implant Clinic and the Otology Clinic. He worked for 15 years at Monash Health, performing major ear surgery and attending the Complex Otology Clinic, up until 2024.
Guillermo holds a position as Honorary Adjunct Lecturer in the Department of Surgery Monash Health, School of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine Nursing and Health Services since 2019. As part of previous research activity, Guillermo and his colleagues received the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (RACS) RC Bennett Award for the best clinical research paper at the 2015 Victorian-Tasmanian Annual Surgical Meeting.
Guillermo’s previous experience includes an Observership rotation and participation in the Basic Science Course at Bobby R. Alford Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Communicative Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine, Texas in 2004.
Guillermo completed his Bachelor Degree in Medicine and Surgery at University of Costa Rica in 2000. In 2006, he completed Surgical Training in Otorhinolaryngology (ORL), receiving Graduation with Honours from the University of Costa Rica.
Appointments
Private:
- Epworth Healthcare (Richmond Campus)
- Cabrini Health (Malvern Campus)
- St Vincent Private (East Melbourne Campus)
Public:
- Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
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Dr Janitha JayawardenaMBBS(Hons), FRACS (OHNS) Pediatric ENT, Sleep & Snoring Disorders, Rhinology & Sinus Surgery, Hearing & Balance DisordersDr Janitha Jayawardana is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of Surgeons specialising in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. In addition to general ENT he has special interests in pediatric ENT, nasal obstruction, sinusitis, hearing and balance disorders.
Read MoreDr Janitha Jayawardana (Dr JJ) was born in 1985 and immigrated from Sri Lanka with his parents in the late 1980s to call Australia home. Dr JJ grew up with his family in the outback of Western Australia, and moved to Perth to complete his tertiary education. In 2008, Dr JJ obtained his primary medical qualification with honors at the University of Western Australia. From 2009 until 2012, Dr JJ worked in major metropolitan hospitals in Perth gaining valuable experience in the various specialties of medicine, surgery (including ENT) and critical care, and was awarded the prestigious ‘Goatcher Intern of the Year’ award at Royal Perth Hospital.
Dr JJ moved to Melbourne in 2014 to sub-specialise in ENT surgery as part of Australia’s highly competitive and rigorous advanced surgical training program. During this time, Dr JJ spent six years working at various major metropolitan centres including the Royal Children’s Hospital, Royal Victorian Eye & Ear Hospital, Austin Hospital, Monash, Alfred Hospital and Barwon Health (Geelong). In 2018 he passed his final examinations and was later admitted into the Royal Australian College of Surgeons as a fellow in Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery. In 2019, he moved to Mackay in regional Queensland and spent fifteen months working in a busy, high volume practice serving a population of greater than one hundred and fifty thousand people. During this time, Dr JJ enjoyed the connection and continuity of care he was able to provide to the regional community of the Isaac and Whitsundays.
Dr Janitha Jayawardana is happy to welcome all varieties of ENT referrals for an expert opinion on diagnosis and management. He is happy to provide expert care in keeping with current evidence, as well as being pragmatic in providing a solution to the individual needs of every patient. Dr JJ prides himself on being thorough, inquisitive and balanced in offering a medical and surgical opinion.
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Dr Meetal ShahDr. Shah graduated with honours from Manchester University in England in 1998, and furthered his expertise with a Master’s in Sleep Medicine from Sydney University in 2016. He is a past committee member of the Australian Chapter of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and maintains active membership in the Australian and New Zealand Academy…
Read MoreDr. Shah graduated with honours from Manchester University in England in 1998, and furthered his expertise with a Master’s in Sleep Medicine from Sydney University in 2016. He is a past committee member of the Australian Chapter of the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and maintains active membership in the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Oro-facial Pain.
Dr. Shah’s extensive postgraduate training includes mentorship from leading figures in TMD and Dental Sleep Medicine. In 2013, he founded the TMJ Centre Melbourne, where he focuses his practice exclusively on the treatment of TMD/Oro-facial pain and dental sleep medicine.
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Dr Nader FayaziDr Nader Fayazi is a highly experienced General and Respiratory Medicine Specialist in South Eastern Melbourne. In collaboration with ENT colleagues, Dr Fayazi will be focusing on snoring & sleep medicine to complement the multidisciplinary approach of Southeast ENT in the management of snoring, breathing, & respiratory medicine.
Inpatient admissions for further care can be organised when required. Home sleep testing can be organised through National Sleep Diagnostics.
Read MoreIn-laboratory sleep testing can be undertaken at Monash, or in private sleep labs at South-Eastern Private, Epworth, Cabrini, Maryvale Morwell, Beleura.
Nader has an extensive clinical background in internal & respiratory medicine, initially in senior & teaching positions for 17 years at a university affiliated Hospital in Iran. After moving to Australia in 2018, Nader has worked in regional centres (Horsham, Ballarat, Shepparton) providing bronchoscopy, respiratory & general medicine, & now dedicating to private medicine with the Sleep and Respiratory Group. He manages all sleep disorders. The clinic at Southeast ENT provides primarily sleep medicine, but also respiratory medicine, complementing the multifaceted approach to sleep & breathing for ENT surgeons. Additionally, Nader is a passionate educator, a considered clinician, an expert in bronchoscopy & pulmonary procedures and has a vast knowledge of respiratory medicine including rare diseases. He is also fluent In Farsi.
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Carly GissingPractice ManagerCarly joined the Southeast ENT Team October, 2014. Carly has an excellent manner with people and always goes above and beyond to ensure our patients journey is smooth and easy.
In her spare time Carly enjoys long drives discovering new places within Victoria, sharing time with friends and family and indulging in the Melbourne food and wine culture.
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Janet LockyerAdministrative SupportJanet joined the Southeast ENT Team September, 2014. Whether you have the pleasure to meet Janet over the phone or in person, you will find that she is simply lovely. Janet has been a medical receptionist since 2001 and is an absolute professional; ensuring genuine care for our patients is prioritised.
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Natalie HurtadoBusiness Development ManagerNatalie has been with us at Southeast ENT since 2013; initially as Practice Manager and now focusing on the development of the business. In her spare time, Natalie enjoys practicing Yoga, tending her garden and preparing wholesome meals for her family.