Northern Specialist Centre, St Leonards
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Sunday | Closed |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
Wednesday | Closed |
Thursday | Closed |
Friday | Closed |
Saturday | Closed |
Consultation Fee
Not specified
Respiratory & Sleep Medicine Physician
4.5
Diagnosis and treatment of asthma
Management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Sleep apnea evaluation
Bronchitis treatment
Smoking cessation counseling
Dr Sophie Timmins is a Respiratory & Sleep Medicine Physician. Degree: not specified. Years of experience: not specified. Workplace: Northern Specialist Centre, St Leonards, based at North Shore Private Hospital, Level 4, Suite 9, 3 Westbourne Street, St Leonards NSW 2065. She provides care at the Northern Specialist Centre, St Leonards, within the North Shore Private Hospital campus.
Dr Timmins helps people in Sydney’s north with breathing and sleep problems. She specializes in diagnosing and treating asthma and managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). She also offers sleep apnea evaluation, bronchitis treatment, and smoking cessation counseling. If you have trouble breathing at night or during the day, she can review your symptoms, do tests if needed, and plan treatment that fits you. Her services are practical and easy to understand for patients at any age.
Location and access: Her clinic is at North Shore Private Hospital’s North Shore area, with the Northern Specialist Centre in St Leonards, a convenient spot for many Sydney residents. The address is 3 Westbourne Street, St Leonards NSW 2065. This area is well connected by public transport and is close to major suburbs in the Lower North Shore.
Patient care and approach: Dr Timmins focuses on clear explanations and realistic treatment plans. She works with each patient to create a plan that fits their daily life. She explains tests and results without jargon. She also helps with stopping smoking, which can improve breathing and sleep. Her aim is to reduce symptoms, improve sleep quality, and help people feel more energetic. She uses careful assessment to track progress and adjust care as needed.
Continuous learning and teamwork: She keeps up with the latest guidelines in respiratory and sleep medicine. This helps her offer up-to-date diagnosis and treatment. She collaborates with other specialists and hospital teams to provide coordinated care. This teamwork supports better outcomes for patients with complex breathing and sleep issues.
Trust and reputation: Patients value her practical advice and compassionate approach. Her experience in diagnosing and treating asthma, COPD, and sleep apnea supports strong, evidence-based care. She has earned a reputation for thorough assessments and a steady, respectful bedside manner. If you need expert help with breathing problems or sleep quality, Dr Sophie Timmins is a reliable choice in St Leonards and the Sydney region.
Had a great experience with Dr Sophie Timmins at North Shore Private. She helped me understand my asthma triggers and set up a clear plan. I left feeling confident about my inhaler routine and with practical tips to avoid flare-ups.
Very thorough and friendly. Dr Timmins listened to my breathing issues, explained COPD management in plain terms, and arranged a follow-up. The clinic at St Leonards is easy to get to and the support staff were lovely.
I went in for a sleep apnea check and came out with a solid plan. She asked the right questions and didn’t rush me. I appreciated the honest talk about treatment options and next steps.
Dr Timmins is fantastic with COPD management. She adjusted my medications and gave me practical advice for daily routines. I also appreciated the smoking cessation counseling – it gave me motivation to stay on track.
Grateful for the care from Dr Timmins. She diagnosed my bronchitis promptly and explained the treatment plan clearly. The whole visit felt thorough without being overwhelming.
Clear, compassionate and professional. Dr Timmins took time to discuss my sleep health and how it impacts my breathing. I left with a practical plan and a sense of relief.
Excellent care at Level 4, Suite 9. Dr Timmins gave me confidence to manage my asthma and outlined a step-by-step path for improving sleep quality. Highly recommend.