Dr Nerissa is a GP Registrar who completed her degree in Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery in 2014. She has worked at several hospitals around Queensland including the Princes Alexandra Hospital and Queensland Children's Hospital.

Dr Nerissa has thoroughly enjoyed working in the field of paediatrics and surgery. Her most recent previous experience includes working as a registrar in various fields of general surgery including trauma.

In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her oyung family, swimming and cooking.