Meet the Team
Dr Felicity Adams
Ever since I was a young girl I wanted to become a doctor and with hard work I achieved the opportunity to study medicine at the University of Queensland. With this same dedication, I graduated to become a doctor, and I quickly set about furthering my skills to become a general surgeon and undertaking extra training in breast and endocrine surgery. It was part of my training that brought me to Noosa Private Hospital. Although I was born and bred in Brisbane, I have been holidaying all of my life with my family on the Sunshine Coast. It was this time, together with the time I spent at the working at Noosa early in my surgical training that I realised this is where I would like to make my future home.
I have always been drawn to helping others and find the technical aspects of the precision of surgery both challenging and rewarding. With the skills I have learnt through my training, I am able to combine my passion and training in surgery to helping people.
I understand that your visit to my rooms can be very stressful, but I will work hard to make you to feel comfortable with your experience. I will listen to you and discuss your case on an individual basis, so together we can formulate a plan with your best outcome in mind. Although I am a surgeon; surgery may not be the best option for you. Together we can discuss the best therapies to best manage your case.
I have worked very hard over the past few years to build my practice based upon listening to patients and providing genuine quality care so that I can obtain the most successful outcomes for my patients. As your doctor you can expect a dedicated and caring surgeon with highest quality of training and expertise.
Dr Felicity Adams completed her education in Brisbane, graduating with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from The University of Queensland in 2005. After graduating she undertook surgical specialty training based at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane, and also working at various locations around South East Queensland, including two years on the Sunshine Coast. During this time Felicity developed her knowledge of a broad range of general surgery interventions.
In 2014 Dr Adams obtained a fellowship in General Surgery from the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Following this she undertook a further year of subspecialty training in Breast and Endocrine surgery at the Princess Alexandra Hospital. During this fellowship year she further developed her skills in all aspects of breast surgery, as well as surgery of the thyroid, minimally invasive parathyroidectomy and adrenalectomy.
Dr Adams has been in private practice in Noosa and Gympie offering a broad range of general surgery since 2016. More recently she has expanded to Buderim and Cotton Tree additionally, and is focusing her practice on breast, endocrine and skin cancer surgery.
Felicity is a high volume breast cancer surgeon and is skilled in all aspects of management of breast cancer. She places high importance of empowering women to make well considered choices and offers the full range of modern oncoplastic techniques available. She attends relevant breast cancer conferences annually and has completed further post fellowship study through the University of Sydney in breast reconstruction and oncoplastic surgery. She is an associate member of BreastSurg Anz and regularly performs surgical visits with other surgeons on the oncoplastic committee of the association, to ensure she is staying up to date.
Dr Adams also specialises in endocrine surgery regularly performing thyroidectomies and parathyroidectomies, utilising minimally invasive approaches where suitable. She frequently attends national and international surgical meetings and courses and is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Endocrine Surgeons. Felicity enjoys skin cancer work, is skilled in the management of melanomatous and non-melanomatous skin cancer and is able to perform sentinel lymph node biopsies when indicated.
Dr Adams still performs a small range of general surgical procedures, is accredited for colonoscopy and endoscopy with the Conjoint Committee for Recognition of Training in Gastrointestinal Endoscopy with a regular scope list at Noosa Hospital.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Felicity Adams has also lectured at the University of Queensland School of Medicine, where she contributed to training the next generation of medical professionals. She also has been involved with the Medical Advisory Committee at Noosa Hospital, representing the Department of Surgery to ensure the highest standards of surgical care and practice. Dr. Adams’ commitment to education and hospital leadership reinforces her dedication to excellence in both patient care and the advancement of medical practice.
Outside her professional commitments, Dr. Felicity Adams is a proud mother of two and enjoys all that coastal life has to offer. She spends her free time at the beach, exploring the local dining scene, attending the races, and socializing with friends. Her love for the Sunshine Coast community is evident both in her work and in her personal life, where she embraces the relaxed, lively spirit of the region.
Meet
the Team
Dr Lisa Hammerton
Dr. Lisa Hammerton, a highly qualified Breast Physician, who has joined Dr. Felicity Adams’ practice. Dr. Hammerton complements an outstanding team that includes Dr. Adams, Jean Kelly (Breast Cancer Nurse), and Kathy Messor-Graham (Wound Care Nurse), making this the most comprehensive and skilled breast cancer team available on the Sunshine Coast.
Dr. Hammerton, a dual-qualified Breast Physician and General Practitioner, completed her Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in 1992.
She earned her fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practice in 1997, followed by advanced training to specialize as a Breast Physician.
Dr. Lisa Hammerton began her medical career at the North Coast Women’s Health Centre, where she developed a passion for addressing women’s health needs. Her interests include breast cancer, menopause, breast checks, and preventive health strategies. Dr. Hammerton brings nine years of experience from her role as Senior Medical Officer at BreastScreen Sunshine Coast, where she also served as the Medical Director. Her expertise covers all aspects of breast screening, breast cancer diagnosis, treatment, and managing patients with familial breast cancer risks.
Sarah – Medical Administrator
I am the Medical Administrator for Dr Adams.
I am a local who has lived in Noosa for over 32 years. I have a young family who keep me busy and active.
I have been in the medical world for 9 years. I was previously working in General Practice before becoming a part of this wonderful team and assisting Felicity. My aim is to ensure you leave Dr Adams practice fully informed and available to answer any questions you have during your time with us.
Kathy – Wound Care Nurse
My name is Kathy and I am the Practice (Wound Care) Nurse for Dr Adams.
I have been a part of the local community for 19 years. I live with my husband and our dog and I have 3 adult children.
I have been an RN of over 50 years and have worked with Felicity for the past 5 years. I thoroughly enjoy assisting Felicity with her patients and enjoy my role as her wound care nurse.
Jean – Breast Care Nurse
Dr Adams employs a private Breast Care Nurse. Jean completed her Breast Cancer Nursing studies in 2018 and has been working with Dr Adams since.
Having Jean available allows patients the ability to contact her for support, education and community information though out their diagnosis and treatment.
Breast Care Nurses
Dr Adams has a Breast Care Nurse in her rooms and works with the Noosa Hospital breast care nurse. Jean Kelly has worked with Dr Adams since she completed a Graduate Certificate in Breast Cancer Nursing in 2018. Jean is available to provide valuable support for her patients with breast cancer and is available to be contacted for advice, information or a friendly ear from diagnosis, throughout treatment and through the years to come