The HWH Team
Holistic Women's Health brings together a team of passionate healthcare professionals united under Dr Angela Hardy's leadership to deliver comprehensive women's healthcare. Our expertise encompasses obstetrics, gynaecology, and women's health, with every staff member committed to caring for you. From before you walk through our doors, you'll experience our blend of clinical excellence and compassionate care in a warm, welcoming environment designed with your comfort in mind.
Dr Angela Hardy
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Dr Angela Hardy
Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Dr Angela Hardy is Californian born and Australian raised. Moving back to the Central Coast at age 15, Dr Hardy obtained her medical degree at the University of Newcastle.
She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists completing her training throughout NSW at both Royal North Shore Hospital and all along the coast of NSW.
Dr Angela Hardy has a special interest in high-risk obstetrics and ultrasound completing additional training in the John Hunter Hospital’s Maternofoetal Medicine unit where she spent two years before moving to Port Macquarie.
Her goal is to provide her patients with the highest standard of obstetric and gynaecological expertise all while nurturing a holistic approach of care to her patient. She appreciates her patient’s physical health, values and beliefs, relationships, and emotional wellbeing.
Dr Kate Moriarty
Women's Health GP
Dr Kate Moriarty
Women's Health GP
Dr Kate Moriarty grew up in Port Macquarie, and has been working as a GP here since 2015. She completed her Bachelor of Medicine at The University of Newcastle, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Kate is passionate about all aspects of Women’s and Children’s Health, but has a special interest in breastfeeding medicine and early childhood development. Kate completed her Graduate Diploma of Child Health through the Sydney Children’s Hospital Network in 2014.
Kate is experienced in managing menstrual disorders, contraception, pregnancy planning, early antenatal care, postnatal care, and many other aspects of Women’s Health. She is passionate about empowering and supporting women through all the stages of their lives.
- Contraception
- STI checks
- Management of menstrual problems
- Pregnancy planning/pre-conception care
- Early antenatal care
- Post natal care
- Cervical Screening Tests (CST)
- Breast problems
- Baby sleep, feeding and settling problems
Zita Burt
Midwife
Zita Burt
Midwife
Zita completed her midwifery training in the U.K. in 2008 and settled in Australia in 2015. She has held a number of leadership roles in the public sector and has recently joined Dr Angela Hardy’s team.
Zita is highly experienced in all aspects of midwifery and has a particular interest in antenatal care, preparation for birth and birthing. Her knowledge has grown further from her own experiences and becoming a mum herself of two beautiful girls.
Zita is exceptionally passionate about keeping up to date with the latest clinical information, acting as a resource and providing current information to her patients. She believes that education will enable couples to feel safe and empowered through their pregnancy and birthing journey.
Zita is accredited to perform 3rd trimester ultrasounds, collect cervical screening tests and is currently in training to become an endorsed midwife.
Lucy Wilde
Midwife, Nurse, and Lactation Consultant
Lucy Wilde
Midwife, Nurse, and Lactation Consultant
Lucy is one of Dr Angela Hardy's Midwives and mum of 3 gorgeous children. She works in all areas of midwifery in the private and public sector with Dr Angela Hardy and at Port Macquarie Base Hospital Special Care Nursery. Lucy is also a qualified lactation consultant with the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners.
Her passion is for the postnatal period, neonatal care, and breastfeeding. Lucy embraces a holistic approach to care and enjoys strengthening the parent-infant relationship by looking at what factors are causing stress or concerns for both.
With her experience, skills, patience and understanding she can identify routine issues and implement practical solutions. She appreciates care needs to be individual. Babies are not all the same and they have different personalities and needs, just like we do!
Danielle Dearle
Medical Receptionist
Danielle Dearle
Medical Receptionist
Danielle is the smiling face and voice of Holistic Women’s Health. She is a mum of a lovely teenage daughter and has over 15 years of experience in medical administration.
Danielle has been with us since the beginning of early 2023 when our practice opened its doors. Danielle ensures that all patients are given the warmest welcome on arrival and is always happy to assist patients and staff in any way she can.
Lucinda Marsh
Medical Receptionist
Lucinda Marsh
Medical Receptionist
Luci has recently relocated to Port Macquarie with her fiancé and two beautiful young children. Luci has been working as a medical receptionist for many years prior and after joining us in mid-2024 we already feel like she has always been part of the HWH family. Luci enjoys conversing with people as a positive, empathetic and dedicated individual. Luci is passionate about making women feel empowered, confident and supported and likes to bring this energy to Holistic Womens Health.
Danielle Walker
Practice Manager
Danielle Walker
Practice Manager
Danielle is the Practice Manager of Holistic Women’s Health, mum of two rambunctious boys and sister to Dr Angela Hardy.
Danielle has been on board with Holistic Women’s Health before the clinic opened its doors. She has wide experience in reception, secretarial support, finance, and practice management. Danielle is also currently completing her diploma of Professional Leadership and Management in a Health Care setting. Danielle is a fierce advocate for patients, clinicians, and staff.
Tara McAnally
Practice Manager at Offset Orthopaedics + Executive Assistant to Angela and Ben
Tara McAnally
Practice Manager at Offset Orthopaedics + Executive Assistant to Angela and Ben
Tara is Practice Manager at Offset Orthopaedics (Ben's orthopaedic surgical practice) as well as Executive Assistant for Angela and Ben. Tara is well into her LT57715 Diploma of Practice Management and in between wrangling Angela's and Ben's calendars, supports Holistic Women's Health while working remotely. You might speak with Tara on the telephone or meet her in person.
Ben Hardy
Managing Director (and orthopaedic surgeon)
Ben Hardy
Managing Director (and orthopaedic surgeon)
Ben is Angela’s husband, practice director, and trainee receptionist. He is also a pilot and orthopaedic surgeon. His practice Offset Orthopaedics is colocated with HWH. He sees the full spectrum of orthopaedic conditions including trauma, infection, hand, knee, and everything in between.
Gretchen Hardy
Therapist and Advisor
Gretchen Hardy
Therapist and Advisor
Gretchen is Angela and Ben’s Labrador. She brings a lifetime of experience in treat accounting and olfactory detection. She’s a source of constant joy and one day might be calm enough to visit the consulting rooms, but not yet.