Dr Ovidiu Merlas

Dr Ovidiu Merlas is a Perth-based General Practitioner with training and clinical experience across both the United Kingdom and Australia. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and has worked at Forrest Road GP since 2016. He provides comprehensive general practice care, with particular interests in complex chronic disease management, skin cancer care, and minor procedures (including skin checks and excisions).

Dr Merlas is also actively involved in medical education. He is an RACGP-accredited GP medical educator and examiner, and teaches and examines for Australian medical schools. He enjoys teaching and mentoring GP registrars and medical students, with an emphasis on safe clinical reasoning, clear communication, and practical decision-making.

He has a strong interest in health informatics and using technology to improve clinical workflow and reduce administrative burden – supporting efficient, high-quality patient care.

Outside of work, he enjoys family time, staying active, DIY projects, and technology.
Appointments can be made online or by calling 94971900.

Please note: Dr Ovidiu Merlas is currently at full capacity and is not accepting new patients at this time.