Meet the doctor
About Dr Saji John
General Practitioner — Port Augusta, South Australia
Dr John's Medical Centre
Dr Saji John
MBBS, Postgrad Cert in Applied Science (NZ), FRACGP (Aus)
Dr Saji John is a specialist GP (FRACGP) and experienced emergency medical officer providing compassionate, respectful and patient-centred care in Port Augusta.
He completed his MBBS on scholarship through the University of Kerala and a Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science (Immunology) in New Zealand. After moving to Australia in 2004, he completed medical examinations and extensive clinical training, achieving Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
His career spans metropolitan, rural and remote practice in Australia and India, including general practice, prison healthcare, immigration detention and emergency medicine.
His clinical interests include Aboriginal health, aged care, complex medical conditions, mental health, addiction medicine, travel medicine, HIV, hepatitis B and C, and emergency care.
Having experienced a heart attack and coronary bypass surgery himself, Dr John understands the challenges of illness and recovery and values empathy, clear communication and ongoing support.
Dr John is also a former Kerala state chess champion. He loves travelling, has visited 72 countries and enjoys helping others find affordable flights and sharing travel tips.
Dr John is committed to Port Augusta and surrounding communities and was nominated for the Port Augusta Citizen of the Year Award in 2026.
Professional Background
Dr Saji John completed his MBBS in Trivandrum, India, on scholarship. He later completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science, majoring in Immunology, in New Zealand.
After completing the required Australian medical examinations and clinical training, Dr John achieved Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
His professional experience includes work at Port Phillip Prison in Melbourne, as well as experience in rural and Aboriginal health, aged care and emergency medicine.
Languages Spoken
- English
- Hindi
- Malayalam
Areas of Interest
- Travel
- Chess
- Mental health
- Alcohol/Drugs
- Complex Medical Care