Dr Deryn Collinson

Practice Principal, GP

MB, BCh, BAO, FRACGP

Dr Deryn Collinson joined Drysdale Clinic in 2017 after completing her medical training at University Hospital Geelong. Deryn studied her medical degree in Belfast, Northern Ireland and went on to work in the NHS and then at a rural hospital in Zambia, Southern Africa prior to moving to Australia in 2010.

Deryn has a special interest in palliative care, youth mental health and family medicine. Deryn has a clinical diploma in palliative care. Deryn strives to provide quality professional and compassionate care for her patients.

Outside of medicine Deryn is kept busy with a husband, who is a professional trumpet player, and their 6 children.

Areas of interest

• Family medicine
• Health management