Our Team

Philip is a founding PEHA Director and has clinical oversight for all PEHA sites. He is also the Deputy Chair of the Private Practice Section for the Australasian College of Emergency Medicine.  Philip is a member of the PEHA Clinical Advisory Committee and is also a director of the PEHA Board. With more than 20 years of clinical experience in a wide range of medical settings, he is a capable and trustworthy leader and physician. Philip studied medicine and surgery as an undergraduate at James Cook University and worked at several public-sector sites across metropolitan, regional, rural, and remote Queensland before moving to Western Australia to undertake his fellowship at Royal Perth Hospital, a centre for excellence in both trauma and medical research.

Joshua is a founding PEHA Director and works closely with our hospital partners and the commercial aspects of running PEHA. He is a director of the PEHA Board. Joshua has over 20 years’ experience in business and finance across multiple industries and geographies, and currently holds several Non-Executive Board roles. Joshua is passionate about health care innovation and believes there is a genuine opportunity to do good for the community over the long term by reducing the burden on the public health sector.

Chris is the CFO/COO and is responsible for the overall financial and operational strategic direction of PEHA. Chris has over 18 years’ experience in professional services and highly regulated, care-focused businesses. Chris is passionate about supporting and growing the PEHA team to deliver high-quality patient care to communities around Australia. In his spare time, Chris spends time with his wife and two young kids, but also likes all things food at any chance  

Andrea is the General Manager of PEHA, responsible for driving business performance and ensuring efficient service delivery across emergency departments. With over 25 years in healthcare, she combines clinical expertise with strategic leadership. Andrea holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Medical Radiation Technology from QUT and spent years as a clinical radiation therapist caring for cancer patients. She later earned an MBA from the University of Queensland, transitioning into healthcare management. Though no longer in direct care, her commitment to patient outcomes remains central, guiding decisions that enhance both care quality and organisational performance.

     

Anita Cronin is an experienced healthcare operations leader with over 25 years experience across General Practice, Urgent Care, and Occupational Health. She excels in multi-site management, policy development, and service delivery optimisation. Anita has led national initiatives, strengthened operational systems, and enhanced efficiency across metropolitan and regional practices. Known for her strategic leadership and focus on patient-centred care, Anita is passionate about building empowered teams and creating systems that support clinical excellence and exceptional patient experiences.

Chrystal provides commercial insights and guidance to PEHA’s Management Team and leads the development of PEHA’s custom in-house ED Management Tool, ED360. During Chrystal’s 20 years of experience in business, she has developed a passion for problem-solving and creating value in businesses. In her operating partner roles, Chrystal has developed hands-on experience across finance, strategy, operations, sales/marketing and project management. In her spare time, Chrystal likes to relax and enjoy a glass of wine with her husband and business partner, Josh. I get a real kick out of adding value (through growth or improvement initiatives). I also love developing win-win solutions that validate our partnership approach to business.

Rob is responsible for forging and maintaining hospital partnerships to expand PEHA’s network of private emergency departments. His role is to identify and secure opportunities that drive financial and strategic value, ensuring sustainable growth for the business. With a background in corporate finance, Mergers & Acquisition advisory and financial audit services, Rob has worked across London and Melbourne, specialising in healthcare transactions and operational strategy. His expertise lies in assessing viable opportunities and structuring deals that align clinical excellence with commercial success. Outside of work, Rob is an avid golfer—though you wouldn’t know it from his scorecard… Passionate about building long-term partnerships, Rob believes that “great healthcare starts with great collaboration.”  

Saran is responsible for overseeing all financial operations at PEHA, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning to support growth and sustainability. With over a decade of experience in finance and a strong background in accounting across various sectors, he brings valuable insight and leadership. Prior to joining PEHA, Saran held a senior finance role at a high-growth ASX-listed EduTech startup, following his earlier career in Big 4 audit at Deloitte. Originally from the UK, he is a qualified Chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales. He holds a degree in Biochemistry from Bath University and began his career in research and clinical settings before transitioning into accountancy. Passionate about strategic business support, Saran is committed to contributing to PEHA’s leadership team and long-term success.

As Project Manager, James is PEHA's operational lead for projects that deliver financial, clinical, and cultural benefits to the organisation and its partners. James has worked in the health care industry, spanning both the public and private sectors, for over twenty years. James has excelled in senior clinical and senior management roles and has demonstrated an ability to provide innovative & efficient solutions to health care challenges. James is passionate about developing high-performing teams, forming mutually beneficial partnerships and building a positive and productive workplace culture. James enjoys travelling and feels blessed to have recently completed a caravan lap around Australia with his wife and three children.                                                                                                                 Teamwork divides the task and multiples the success.  

Elle works to maintain and establish PEHA’s varying locations by providing support to the PEHA Practice Managers. With a background in operations and recruitment, Elle works to preserve and strengthen PEHA’s partnerships as well as the overall coordination of PEHA’s Emergency Departments. Her aptitude for enhancing operations is evident in her contributions to PEHA’s technological and practice procedures.

Joanne’s role includes the management of doctor engagement and rostering. Joanne is highly experienced with a strong background in business development, talent acquisition, recruitment and operations in the health care industry. Joanne aims to build strong and lasting relationships within her work at PEHA.

Anisha is an Assistant Financial Accountant with experience across Accounts Payable, cost accounting, financial reporting, and month-end processes. She is currently expanding her skill set into payroll, bringing strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy in every task. Known for her organised approach and willingness to take initiative, Anisha supports the finance team in delivering timely, reliable results. She values continuous learning and enjoys contributing to smoother processes and better reporting outcomes. In her spare time, Anisha loves spending time with her toy cavoodle, Max  

As Marketing Coordinator, Alys supports PEHA’s marketing efforts by devising and executing campaigns, coordinating marketing activities, and assisting in strategic planning and analysis. Although originally from Brisbane, Alys joins us from New Zealand, where she obtained her degree in Marketing & Communications at the University of Waikato. Alys has over six years of experience within the healthcare industry, which includes involvement in health-related project planning and advocation. Alys is thoroughly enjoying the sunshine and vibrant energy of her new city lifestyle. On weekends, she has been embracing her inner tourist and exploring everything Brisbane has to offer.

As Operations Support Officer, Lily works to support senior leadership and the Operations Team with day-to-day operational activities, including maintaining operational systems, supporting Practice Managers, and contributing to process improvements. With a Bachelor of Biomedical Science and a Postgraduate degree in Public Health, Lily's background in health sciences informs her analytical approach and attention to detail across all aspects of her role.