Dr Sheila Rahman
Geriatrics Specialist at Joint Vision Orthopaedic Group
Compass Geriatrics is led by Dr Sheila Rahman, MBBS MMed (ClinEpi) FRACP GChPOM (ANZCA), a consultant physician and geriatrician providing specialist inpatient and outpatient care for older adults across the Illawarra. Her approach is collaborative, proactive, and patient-centred — supporting patients and their families while working alongside surgeons, general practitioners, and hospital teams to ensure safe, coordinated, and holistic care.
Professional Background and Training
Dr Rahman has a particular interest in the medical optimisation of older adults undergoing surgery. She works closely with surgical teams to improve perioperative outcomes, reduce complications, and support safe discharge planning. Her practice also extends to comprehensive geriatric care, including frailty management, cognitive assessment, medication review, and rehabilitation.
She is actively engaged in clinical leadership and research. A graduate of the ANZCA Diploma of Perioperative Medicine Program, Dr Rahman contributes as a course assessor and content reviewer. She also serves as a Principal Investigator for the ANZ Hip Fracture Registry and participates in ongoing quality improvement and clinical governance initiatives.
Specialisations
Dr Sheila Rahman specialises in:
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Risk assessment and stratification, optimisation, and collaborative care planning for older adults undergoing elective or urgent surgery, including management of frailty, dementia, and acute medical conditions.
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Supporting diagnostic clarity, safe prescribing, multidisciplinary input, and admission/discharge planning.
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Dr Sheila Rahman provides Cognitive and memory assessment for suspected dementia or cognitive decline.
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These include osteoporosis management and secondary fracture risk reduction.
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Rehabilitation to promote recovery and reconditioning after surgery or major illness.
Patient-centred, Multidisciplinary approach
Dr Sheila Rahman delivers holistic, evidence-based care for older adults, with a focus on optimising function, independence and long-term health outcomes. Her work spans perioperative medicine, cognitive and memory assessment, falls and bone health, comprehensive geriatric assessment and rehabilitation support.
Get In Touch
Book Your Appointment with Dr Sheila Rahman
For consultations and appointments, please contact 1800 955 802 or visit Compass Geriatrics