General Practitioner – FRACGP, PhD (Medicine) , Master of Clinical Medicine (MMed) ,MBBS
Dr Lei Cao is an experienced and caring General Practitioner at Willoughby Medical Practice, proudly serving the community as part of the trusted Willoughby Doctors and Willoughby Family GPs. With a strong background in general medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, and rural GP work, he provides comprehensive, patient-centred care for individuals and families.
Dr Lei completed his primary medical degree and master’s degrees in China, undertook six years of physician training in Beijing, and later obtained Australian Postgraduate Award (APA) scholarship and earned his PhD in heart health at Macquarie University. He has worked across major hospitals and rural NSW, and is fluent in both English and Mandarin.
His key areas of focus include chronic disease management, early detection of medical conditions, preventive health, mental health support, aged care, workplace injuries, and common skin procedures.
Dr Lei is committed to clear communication, continuity of care, and supporting patients to achieve long-term wellbeing.
Patient-Centred Medical Services
Chronic Disease
Comprehensive support for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and heart disease. Care includes thorough assessments, personalised treatment plans, ongoing monitoring, and practical guidance to help you manage symptoms, prevent complications, and maintain long-term health and quality of life.
Preventive Health
Focused on protecting your long-term health through early detection, tailored screenings, lifestyle guidance, and regular check-ups. Empowering you to stay well, reduce risks, and build healthy habits that support your overall wellbeing at every stage of life.
Aged Care
Compassionate and comprehensive care for older adults, including health assessments, chronic condition support, medication reviews, mobility and falls prevention, and personalised wellbeing plans. Focused on maintaining independence, safety, and quality of life while supporting patients and their families through every stage of ageing.