A/Prof Ryan Hodges
Associate Professor Ryan Hodges is the Program Director of Women’s & Newborn, and Director of Obstetric Services at Monash Health and chooses only Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for his private patients.
Ryan completed his Obstetrics and Gynaecology training at Monash Medical Centre and his PhD in Fetal Therapy and Stem Cell Biology at Monash University. Ryan was awarded an NHMRC grant to study in utero surgery in Belgium, and then undertook training in maternal fetal medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Canada. He is a certified subspecialist by the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecology in high-risk pregnancy (CMFM). Ryan is also surgeon with the Victorian Fetal Therapy Service, providing in utero laser surgery for complicated monochorionic twins.
In his role as Head of Perinatal Services at Monash Health, Ryan lead the high-risk pregnancy program caring for mothers with severe health problems, babies with abnormalities or growth problems, multiple pregnancies and babies requiring in utero fetal therapy and surgery.
What does all of this mean?
Ryan is a specialist in caring for the highest risk pregnancies.
This can include mothers with severe health problems, babies with abnormalities or growth problems and multiple pregnancies.
Ryan also cares for healthy mothers and babies and welcomes women with healthy pregnancies wanting expert and highly personalised care. His philosophy of pregnancy care is to support you with the highest level of expert care available internationally, to care for you into motherhood with your new baby.
Patient-Centred Approach
Ryan is highly regarded by all who work with him, due to his patient-centred approach, and his boundless ability to practice empathy, transparency and accountability.
He recently gave an address to Monash University Graduates highlighting these points and from this it’s easy to understand why he is held in high regard.
“Giving thanks to the patients I will never forget” Monash University Graduate Ceremony Address
In the Media
Ryan has been featured on network news and 60 Minutes Australia for his work:
Baby Willow (Jessie McPherson Private Patient)
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Leigh Broxham welcomes home miracle triplets
Private Patients
Ryan chooses only Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for his private patients. Women have access to all the specialist facilities of Monash Health, including Monash Children’s Hospital NICU, but in the comfort of a private hospital setting. With this level of safety a given, Ryan and the Jessie McPherson midwifery team ensure the best experience for women and their baby (or babies!) so that their new family has the healthiest and brightest start to life.
To learn more about the Jessie McPherson Private Maternity Unit book a tour here.
reception@pregnancypod.com.au
Dr Ravi Kashyap
Dr. Kashyap offers a full range of obstetric care including VBAC (vaginal birth after previous caesarean) and vaginal delivery of twins. You can be secure that if complications arise requiring admission at a tertiary hospital he will continue your care at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital. He also offers general gynaecology care including laparoscopic surgery.
Dr. Kashyap was on the organising committee of the RANZCOG conference in Melbourne and also lectures and mentors Monash University students.
Having managed thousands of pregnancies, ranging from normal to extremely complicated, Dr. Kashyap continues to maintain a commitment at Monash Medical Centre as the Topaz Obstetric Unit team leader. As part of his commitment to promoting vaginal birth he has run the ECV (External Cephalic Version) clinic at Monash for the last 10 years. He is a consultant to the Victorian PERS (perinatal emergency referral service).
Learn more about Ravi here drravikashyap.com.au.
Dr Arunaz Kumar
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, practising in the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne who is able to cater to your gynaecology needs throughout life and obstetric needs during those vital child bearing years. I offer a full range of gynaecology services, including laparoscopic surgery, and comprehensive obstetric care. I am a fellow of the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and a member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (UK). I hold several academic qualifications as well and am passionate about education and look after Obstetrics and Gynaecology teaching at Monash University.
Menstrual disturbances, pap smear, colposcopy for cervical pathology, infertility, pelvic pain, incontinence, contraceptive counselling, management of low and high risk pregnancy. To learn more visit
www.drarunazkumar.com.au.
Languages: Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu
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Mr Zdenek Dubrava
Mr Zdenek Dubrava is a specialist Gastrointestinal Tract surgeon with a focus on advanced keyhole surgery techniques.
Zdenek specialises in the treatment of Oesophagogastric cancer, Reflux disease, Hiatus hernia and Morbid obesity. He also provides specialist General Surgery services including Gallbladder surgery, Hernia, Varicose veins, Splenectomy, Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy.
Having attained his medical degree at the University of Melbourne in 2000, he went on to complete surgical training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and The Alfred becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2010. He then undertook a further 2 years of subspecialty training in Upper Gastrointestinal, Bariatric Surgery, and Endoscopy.
Zdenek is a consultant surgeon at Monash Medical Centre where he has been appointed Head of Acute General Surgery. He is also Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Monash University Department of Surgery. He holds appointments and operates at The Alfred, Sandringham and Casey hospitals, as well as Jessie McPherson Private hospital.
Zdenek consults at Clayton and Sandringham and both private and public referrals are welcome.
reception@monashgastro.com.au
Mr Chris Xenos
Mr Chris Xenos is a consultant neurosurgeon with a public and private practice at Monash Health.
Chris has more than 20 years’ experience in adult and paediatric neurosurgical cases. His adult practice includes tumour surgery, degenerative spine and vascular pathologies both aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs).
Having completed a paediatric neurosurgery post-grad fellowship in Birmingham (UK) in 1999, his paediatric practice includes tumours, congenital anomalies and a special interest in complex hydrocephalus and cerebrospinal fluid disorders.
Learn more at https://www.chrisxenos.com.au
Dr Peter Neil
Peter is an Obstetrician Gynaecologist specialising in High Risk Pregnancy. He finished his medical degree at the University of Melbourne in 1996, and after a short stint in General Practice he then went on to train as a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist through Monash Health.
Peter pursued his interest in managing complicated pregnancy by completing Fellowship years in maternal-fetal-medicine (MFM), looking after the highest risk pregnancies. He also has expertise in fetal ultrasound, and complicated vaginal births such as twins, rotational forceps and breech deliveries.
Peter has been appointed as a consultant at Monash Health in the highest risk pregnancy (MFM) clinic and is head of unit of the multiple pregnancy/preterm birth clinic. He runs a fortnightly clinic to turn babies from breech to head-first presentation (ECV). He is in a private obstetrics cover group with Dr John Regan, Dr Danielle Wilkins, Dr Ryan Hodges and Dr Annie Kroushev.
Peter is also a general gynaecologist and chooses to operate privately out of Jessie McPherson Private Hospital. Learn more about Peter here peterneil.com.au.
drpeterneil@monashhouse.net
Dr Binh T Ly
Dr Binh T Ly is a well-known, respected obstetrician and gynaecologist. His lovely, caring bedside manner is valued by all in his care. Binh values time with his patients, ensuring they are comfortable and well informed. He demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise and professionalism at all times.
Binh arrived in Australia in 1981, commencing formal schooling in Australia at the age of 8. He was raised by a loving family and resided in Adelaide. Binh’s love for medicine started early with much interest in science shown from his early primary years. This interest and passion continued through his secondary schooling and in 1990 he commenced his degree. Binh completed his internship by 1997.
In 1999 he undertook and completed his Obstetrics Diploma, working for the Royal Women’s Hospital.
Binh entered the Specialist Training Program in 2001 reaching successful completion in 2007.
One year of his specialist training was completed abroad in Ireland – An experience Binh very much enjoyed and benefited from. You can learn more about Binh here www.drbinhtly.com.au.
Patient story - Laura's Twin Pregnancy.
reception@monashobstetrics.com.au
Dr Anne Tan
Dr Mui Ngee (known as Anne) Tan studied medicine at Flinders University (South Australia) and obtained her post graduate qualifications in 2003 with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (United Kingdom).
Anne worked as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in Malaysia for 5 years and then returned to Australia and was recognised as a fellow of the RANZCOG in 2010. Whilst in Malaysia, Anne enjoyed working in a multicultural society and is very comfortable interacting with women and their partners from various cultural backgrounds. Anne is multilingual, and can consult in other languages other than English, including Malay, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Teochew.
Dr Tan is interested in educating patients in managing their health and focuses on providing clear explanations and advice about their pregnancy or gynaecological problems and subsequent management. Dr Tan provides a full range of obstetric and gynaecological services. Learn more about Dr Anne Tan here drannetan.com.au.
Languages: English, Malay, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Teochew.
Dr Jaclyn Wloszczowski
Dr Jaclyn Wloszczowski is an obstetrician and gynaecologist who trained with some of Australia’s most renowned specialists at Monash Health, The Townsville Hospital and The Royal Women’s Hospital, after graduating from Monash University in 2006.
She believes in providing holistic, woman-centred care and is committed to empowering women to be active participants in their wellbeing.
Jaclyn has experience with low risk, high risk and multiple pregnancies. She is able to facilitate natural (vaginal) delivery, vaginal breech and twin delivery, instrumental birth, VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean section) and caesarean section. Where caesarean section is required or desired, she believes it should as closely resemble the normal physiological process of birth and supports delayed cord clamping and the earliest possible initiation and maintenance of skin to skin contact. Jaclyn believes that birth should be a positive experience, regardless of how her patients choose to deliver their babies, and respects their birth plans and wishes.
Jaclyn provides care to women throughout their entire reproductive lives and beyond including management of periods, PCOS, abnormal pap smears and colposcopy, vulval conditions, prolapse and has a particular interest in pelvic pain and minimally invasive (laparoscopic/keyhole) surgery. Learn more here embracewomenshealth.com.au.
reception@embracewomenshealth.com.au
Dr Lin Li Ow
Gynaecologist Urogynaecologist MBBS FRANZCOG CU
Dr Lin Li OW is a gynaecologist and a certified urogynaecologist. Lin Li completed her MBBS at University of Melbourne in 2005. She completed her obstetrics and gynaecological training at Mercy Hospital for Women, Northern Health, Sunshine Hospital and Ballarat Hospital. Lin Li obtained her FRANZCOG in 2015 and then further pursued urogynaecology training at Mercy Hospital and Monash hospital and attained her certificate in urogynaecology in 2016. Lin Li’s public appointments include Monash Hospital, Mercy Hospital and Northern Hospital.
Dr Ow specializes in pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence problems in women and has extensive experience in female pelvic floor reconstructive surgery and minimally invasive surgery. She is also experienced in performing 3D translabial ultrasounds for assessment of prolapse and mesh.
Dr Ow is committed to research and development through publications in several peer reviewed journals is a reviewer for the International Urogynaecology Journal. She received the UGSA research scholarship recently in 2016. She has presented papers at national and international urogynaecological conferences.
She is committed to improving women’s health and quality of life and understands the issues that women face in everyday life.
armadale.urogynae@gmail.com
Dr Roshan Shamon
Dr Shamon is a Specialist Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist specialising in general and high risk obstetrics, gynaecology, infertility and minimal invasive surgery. He provides highly professional and excellent health care for women.
Having graduated from The University of Melbourne in 1998, he completed his specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Royal Women’s Hospital and Monash Medical Centre.
Dr Shamon has been involved in public practice from a clinical and teaching perspective for over 13 years. He has a staff specialist appointment in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Monash Medical Centre, and Dr Shamon is involved with teaching at Monash University.
Learn more about Dr Shamon here roshanshamon.com.au.
reception@monashobstetrics.com.au
Dr Rajeswari Nair
Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with almost two decades of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Dr Rajeswari Nair is originally from India where she trained at Mangalore, (South India) as an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist. In 2004, Dr Nair moved to Australia and after completing her Obstetric training at Geelong, Dandenong and Monash Medical Centre gained her fellowship with RANZCOG in 2010 and commenced private practice as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Dr Nair has extensive experience in all aspects of Obstetrics and has a particular interest in High Risk Obstetrics; in 2008 Dr Nair undertook additional training as a Fellow in Maternal Fetal Medicine at Monash Medical Centre. She is well versed in caring for High Risk pregnancies that are complicated by various maternal or foetal conditions.
Dr Nair is experienced in all aspects of general Gynaecology performing abdominal as well as laparoscopic procedures. Dr Nair looks forward to an opportunity to provide expert advice and service to all her patients. She believes in empowering women to make the right decision, in a timely manner. Learn more about Dr Nair here drrajinair.com.au.
d3rnair@gmail.com
Dr Mark Petris
Dr Mark Petris is a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist offering a full range of general obstetric and gynaecological services. He is both a Cabrini obstetrician and Jessie McPherson obstetrician for high risk and normal pregnancies. He has a keen interest in twins and high risk pregnancies, with a consultant obstetric appointment at Monash Medical Centre (Clayton) in both the twins and diabetes antenatal clinics, where he is also involved in mentoring and supervising specialists-in-training. Learn more here drmarkpetris.com.au.
reception@drmarkpetris.com.au
Dr Trang Pham
Dr Trang Pham is a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist focussed on the health and wellbeing of expectant mothers as well as women’s health.
Graduating from Monash University in 1998, Trang undertook specialised training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Royal Women’s Hospital, Ballarat Base Hospital, Box Hill Hospital and Angliss Hospital.
Being a mother of a young family, Trang appreciates the challenges that new parents face and the joys of parenthood. She works closely with patients to understand their individual needs providing support, care and advice to ensure the health and wellbeing of all her patients.
You can read more about Dr Trang Pham here.
reception@drtrangpham.com.au
Dr John Regan
Dr John Regan obtained his Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in 1991 after training at Monash Medical Centre, Victoria and at Pembury Hospital, Kent, UK.
Following completion of his training, John was appointed as a consultant Obstetrician at Monash Medical Centre and also commenced private practice in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. John has been involved with the diabetic clinic at Monash Medical Centre since that time, and has been head of the unit over the past 9 years.
John also continues to have an active private practice in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, delivering at Monash Medical Centre and Cabrini Hospital in Melbourne. John has also been Chair of the craft group of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists at Cabrini over the past 6 years.
Dr Colin Sabau
Dr Sabau is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with over 15 years of specialist training both in Europe and Australia. Before coming to Australia, Colin completed O&G training in Romania and France followed by two years of medical research in clinical trials at Ohio State University (USA).
In 2006 Colin commenced further Obstetric and Gynaecology training at Monash Medical Centre and Eastern Health and was awarded a RANZCOG Fellowship in 2012. Today, Colin is a strong advocate of mentoring and training upcoming Obstetric and Gynaecology specialists and is involved with teaching and training students and registrars at Sandringham and Box Hill public hospitals.
His gentle manner and comprehensive approach to treating his female patients has resulted in hundreds of happy women who continue to see Dr Sabau for ongoing care throughout the different phases of their life.
Colin has a special interest in laparoscopic surgery of benign gynaecological conditions, prolapse repair and treatment of urinary incontinence. He is accredited to perform colposcopies and manage vulvar and cervical dysplasias.
As an obstetrician, Dr Sabau is involved in the antenatal care of both low and high risk pregnancies. Colin believes in the importance of providing a continuity of care and will see you throughout all of your antenatal visits, delivery of your baby and post-delivery care. Learn more here drcolinsabau.com.au.
Languages: English, Romanian and French
info@drcolinsabau.com.au
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Dr Benjamin Rogers
Dr Rogers in an Infectious Disease Specialist. His service focuses on diagnosis and management of infections. This includes a range of acute and chronic infections including bacterial, viral and fungal infections.
He specialise in complex infections such as those associated with prosthetic joints and other implanted material, caused by antimicrobial resistant bacteria or that have failed to respond to standard therapies.
He has an interest in the management of immunocompromised patients including prophylaxis, diagnosis and treatment of infection.
Rooms:
Level 1, 253 Wattletree Road, Malvern, 3144, T. 9500 8598
Suite 10, 212-220 Clayton Road, Clayton, T: 9544 6448
Mr Craig Timms
Dr Craig Timms finished his Medical Degree at the University of Tasmania in 1996. He moved to Melbourne in 1998 to commence work at The Alfred Hospital. It was here that Craig worked under the renowned Neurosurgeon, Dr Kevin Sui, which ultimately led to his interest, training and career in neurosurgery.
After completion of basic surgical training in 2001, Neurosurgical registrar experience was gained at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne as well as Monash Medical Centre in Clayton over several years. Craig completed his Neurosurgical training, which included a year of clinical research and a Master of Surgery, in 2007. Working at busy Tertiary hospitals, with different patient demographics, has provided Craig with a breadth of neurosurgical experience, ranging from treating life-threatening traumatic brain and spinal injuries, which requires focus under extreme pressure, to managing patients with acute bulging discs and those with chronic spinal degenerative conditions.
Craig retains a love of learning new techniques in neurosurgery, particularly with the rise in surgery assistive technology, but also a passion for teaching. He completed a Masters of Surgical Education in 2015 with a view to mentoring and teaching the next generation of neurosurgical trainees. Teaching the next generation of neurosurgeons requires him to stay up to date with the latest advances in neurosurgical techniques and treatments in order to demonstrate, train and supervise neurosurgical trainees. Craig was appointed supervisor in ‘Surgical Education and Training’ by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2016.
Completing a Masters of Surgical Education has also helped hone and refine Craig’s patient communication skills. He takes his time to
explain things clearly and thoroughly, making patients feel like they are informed and their questions are answered.
Interests
Dr Craig Timms’ particular clinical interests include:
• Tumour
• Craniovascular
• Spinal
• Spinal reconstruction
Dr Shavi Fernando
Dr Shavi Fernando, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Monash Health, chooses Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for his private patients.
Shavi graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours from Monash University together with a Bachelor of Medical Science with First-Class Honours. Following his internship at Monash Health, Shavi completed the six year specialty training program with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), and has a PhD in infertility and gynaecology from Monash University. Shavi was awarded a prestigious NHMRC PhD research fellowship to assist with this.
Shavi is one of the few clinicians to concurrently hold a position as a specialist in both the Obstetrics and Gynaecology departments with Monash Health, the largest provider of maternity services in Victoria. Amongst other duties, Shavi supervises and operates on high-risk Caesarean sections at Monash Medical Centre, including the most complicated Caesarean deliveries that are performed.
Assisting you in achieving the birth you desire
Shavi is a specialist committed to providing excellent and individualised obstetric and gynaecological care, with significant expertise in both general and high-risk obstetrics including support for uncomplicated pregnancies and normal deliveries, vaginal births after caesarean (VBAC), twins and multiple gestations, maternal medical conditions and pregnancies following fertility treatment.
“As a father, I acknowledge how important this time in your life is for you and your family and have a genuine respect for the individuality of pregnancy and birth needs. I have always understood that what works for one person may not work for another, and I carry this into my practice every day.”
An excellent ability to explain complex, medical terms in easy to understand language
As a Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Curriculum (Women's Health) at Monash University, Shavi is heavily involved in the training and advancement of the next generation of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. This not only helps to keep his practice up to date and relevant, but also means that he has developed an excellent ability to explain complex medical terms in easy to understand language.
Private Patients
Shavi chooses Jessie McPherson for his private patients as he considers it the safest place to be for both mother and baby. He puts this down to the combination of the experienced midwifery staff, the new state-of-the-art paediatric unit (Monash Children’s Hospital) and immediate access to all the specialties available at Monash Health.
To learn more about the Jessie McPherson Private Maternity Unit book a tour here.
Patient story - Cassie James & Baby Bobby
shavi@drshavifernando.com‹
Dr Anthony Lawrence
Dr Anthony Lawrence is a senior specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist with over 30 years’ experience.
Dr Anthony Lawrence completed a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Biochemistry (Bsc Honours) prior to commencing his medical degree at Monash University. He graduated in 1978 with a Medical Honours Degree (MBBS Honours). Residency and Specialist Membership Training were completed at the Queen Victoria Medical Centre Melbourne. He spent two and a half years in the United Kingdom in Salisbury and Plymouth completing his Advanced Obstetric and Gynaecological training prior to commending his Senior Registrar year at Monash Medical Centre. He became a fully accredited Obstetric and Gynaecological Specialist in 1989.
He holds Membership and Fellowship of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. Dr Lawrence is a member of the American Association of Gynaecological Laparoscopists, the Australian Gynaecological Endoscopy Society and the Australian Medical Association.
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Dr Simona Sabau
Dr Simona Sabau is a General Paediatrician with extensive experience in the care of newborn babies and children of all ages.
Dr Sabau completed her Paediatric training at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Monash Children’s Hospital and Mercy Hospital. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
Additional consulting locations:
-359 Blackburn Road, Mount Waverley
-132 Bay Street, Brighton
For more information please see our website: www.drsimonasabau.com.au
receptionsabau@gmail.com
Prof Dominic Thyagarajan
Dominic is a neurologist with a special interest in the medical and surgical treatment of the following movement disorders:
Parkinson’s Disease and related conditions
Tremor
Dystonia including blepharospasm
Tic disorders etc
Dominic graduated from the University of Melbourne, and is an adjunct Professor (Neuroscience) at Monash University in the Southern Clinical School and has public appointments at the Alfred Hospital and Monash Medical Centre. Until recently, Dominic was Director of Neurology at Monash Medical Centre, and before that Director of Neurology at Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide.
Dominic obtained his undergraduate and postgraduate research degrees at the University of Melbourne and did Physician’s training and Neurology specialization at St Vincent’s and Alfred hospital. Dominic subsequently held Fellowship positions in the USA at Mayo Clinic, Minnesota and Columbia Presbyterian Medical Centre, New York as an NHMRC CJ Martin Fellow. On returning to Australia, Dominic was appointed as the head of Neurology at the Flinders Medical Centre where we established an integrated stroke unit and a comprehensive Deep Brain Stimulation program for movement disorders.
Dominic is also available for consultation in Movement Disorders and General Neurology at Epworth Camberwell where we will have a multidisciplinary (Neurology, Neurorehabilitation and Neuropsychiatry) service for patients with Parkinson’s disease.
Dr Andrea Khaw
Dr Andrea Khaw, a Consultant Obstetrician with 20 years’ experience, practises at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital (Monash Medical Centre) and the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne. Her patients include women with particular maternal and/or fetal issues. Andrea completed her Specialist training in Britain (Cambridge Postgraduate Deanery) and is a certified Obstetric Specialist by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), London.
Her research in Maternal Fetal Medicine was completed at King’s College Hospital, London. Andrea is fully accredited in Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound by the Fetal Medicine Foundation (UK). She was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) whilst practising as a Consultant with the Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit at Monash. Andrea now holds an appointment as Consultant Obstetrician at the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne, maintaining an active interest in the management of complex pregnancies and research (pre-eclampsia, fetal surveillance and growth restriction are some of her areas of expertise).
Andrea’s patients choose to deliver at Jessie McPherson Hospital. Co-location with a tertiary centre allows prompt access to support services should needs arise. Learn more about Andrea by visiting her website www.drandreakhaw.com.
reception@monashbirth.com
Dr Saul Cohen
Pregnancy and child-birth are wonderful events and are a prelude to one of the most fulfilling and life affirming experiences - becoming a parent. Pregnancy, labour and birth usually constitute only a tiny fragment of your child’s life, however, your care during these crucial times can have a lasting and profound impact.
Having delivered thousands of babies and as a proud father of five himself, Dr Cohen has an enormous breadth of experience. Understanding that pregnant couples need to feel informed and empowered, Dr Cohen treats expecting couples as intelligent and capable partners in care.
Although pro natural birth advocate, Dr Cohen oversees a weekly list of the state’s most technically difficult caesarean sections at Monash Medical Centre. Additionally, he is a Consultant in the Amethyst high-risk pregnancy care clinic specialising in multiple pregnancy and pre-term birth.
Dr Cohen is a Monash Medical School lecturer and examiner, and a RANZCOG training supervisor. Dr Cohen has particular expertise with rotational forceps, vaginal breech birth and vaginal twin birth.
If you require a caesarean section or operative delivery, Dr Cohen will ensure that you still have a beautiful empowered birth experience to cherish.
Read more at drsaulcohen.com.au
elsternwickobstetrics@gmail.com
Professor Leon Lai
Professor Leon Lai MBBS PhD FRACS is a leading cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgeon, specialising in the surgical treatment of brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, cavernomas, brain revascularization, acoustic neuroma and pituitary tumours.
He is an academic Associate Professor at the Department of Surgery, Monash University. As a key neurosurgeon in one of the busiest cerebrovascular centres in Victoria, he has the most extensive surgical experience in brain aneurysm repair in Australasia.
He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters and editorials on brain aneurysm and skull base surgery. He is actively involved in clinical and laboratory based research, and lectures regularly in national and international meetings. He is also a member of the SET board of Neurosurgery that selects and trains future neurosurgeons in Australia and New Zealand.
Specialisations:
- Aneurysm and blood vessel disorder treatment
- Brain tumour treatment
- Acoustic neuroma and pituitary tumour treatment
- Skull base surgery
- Degenerative spinal conditions
Prof Lai consults from Clayton, Berwick and Melbourne CBD. Visit www.drleonlai.com for further information.
admin@drleonlai.com
Dr Annie Kroushev
I completed the Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Mercy Hospital for Women through the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, which cemented my passion for women’s health, and particularly Obstetrics. My six year formal training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology occurred at Monash Medical Centre, Box Hill and the Angliss Hospitals and in regional centres such as Ballarat. The last two years of this were spent at Monash Medical Centre working as the Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellow, dealing with the most complex of pregnancies and Gynaecological problems.
Many women enter their reproductive years having had significant medical issues, for some pregnancy is possible only through assisted reproduction and for others still complications can arise during the pregnancy itself. To care for such patients to the highest standards, I pursued additional qualifications completing a further three years of formal training to become a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist of whom there are only a few in Australia. This is a subspecialty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, which looks after women and babies with complex health problems, multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets), pregnancy complications, prenatal diagnosis and fetal procedures in pregnancy. I have been privileged to learn working alongside some of the best in the country at Monash Medical Centre like Professor Euan Wallace and Dr Christine Tippett. Visit www.dranniekroushev.com.au to learn more.
Languages: Bulgarian, German, Macedonian, Russian
reception@pregnancypod.com.au
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Dr Jennifer Gregor
I am a Paediatrician with additional specialised training in the care and management of the newborn baby (Neonatology) and in the first few years of childhood.
I completed my postgraduate medical degree at Flinders University Adelaide after a science degree with first class honours. I have been working as a medical practioner for the last 10 years and completed the majority of my paediatric training at the Royal Children's Hospital and the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne.
I currently see inpatients and newborns at Jessie McPherson Private and other private hospitals. I have also worked recently with the team in the paediatric emergency department at Monash Medical Centre.
I have a special interest in the acute emergency care of the newborn and young child, caring for babies who are unsettled and having sleeping and feeding difficulties. My other areas of interest include children with complex chronic disease, developmental issues and babies and children who are not gaining weight well.
You can learn more here: https://carepaediatrics.com.au/
admin@carepaediatrics.com.au
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A/Prof Paul Cashin
Paul Cashin was appointed to the role of Director, Medical Services at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital in January 2016.
Paul graduated from Monash University in 1984; he trained in General Surgery at the Repatriation General Hospital, Heidelberg, graduating in 1996. Having spent time in the United Kingdom, he returned to Australia to commence his Upper GI appointment at Monash Medical Centre in 1998.
Paul is currently the Service Director of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery across all Monash Health sites; he has been an active surgeon at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for 25 years. He has particular interests in oesphago-gastric cancer, reflux disease, oesophageal motility disorders and advanced laparoscopic surgery. He is also a Clinical Associate Professor in Dept. of Surgery, Southern Clinical School at Monash University.
Paul acts as Medical Advisor to the Kitaya Holdings Board of Directors, and he participates in the Kitaya Board Quality Committee. He is also Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital.
In his role as Director, Medical Services, Paul oversees medical governance and accreditation including areas such as patient care and quality outcomes, the patient experience, medical credentialing and scope of practice, research, new technologies and medical ethics.
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Dr Simon Cohen
Pain Specialist
Dr Victor Gordon
Dr. Victor Gordon is a neurologist specialising in performing and interpreting electrophysiological tests, including nerve conduction studies and electromyography (EMG). These tests are valuable in diagnosing conditions such as focal nerve injuries (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome), neuropathy, radiculopathy, myasthenia gravis, and muscle disorders.
A/Prof Ryan Hodges
Associate Professor Ryan Hodges is the Program Director of Women’s & Newborn, and Director of Obstetric Services at Monash Health and chooses only Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for his private patients.
Ryan completed his Obstetrics and Gynaecology training at Monash Medical Centre and his PhD in Fetal Therapy and Stem Cell Biology at Monash University. Ryan was awarded an NHMRC grant to study in utero surgery in Belgium, and then undertook training in maternal fetal medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Canada. He is a certified subspecialist by the Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecology in high-risk pregnancy (CMFM). Ryan is also surgeon with the Victorian Fetal Therapy Service, providing in utero laser surgery for complicated monochorionic twins.
In his role as Head of Perinatal Services at Monash Health, Ryan lead the high-risk pregnancy program caring for mothers with severe health problems, babies with abnormalities or growth problems, multiple pregnancies and babies requiring in utero fetal therapy and surgery.
What does all of this mean?
Ryan is a specialist in caring for the highest risk pregnancies.
This can include mothers with severe health problems, babies with abnormalities or growth problems and multiple pregnancies.
Ryan also cares for healthy mothers and babies and welcomes women with healthy pregnancies wanting expert and highly personalised care. His philosophy of pregnancy care is to support you with the highest level of expert care available internationally, to care for you into motherhood with your new baby.
Patient-Centred Approach
Ryan is highly regarded by all who work with him, due to his patient-centred approach, and his boundless ability to practice empathy, transparency and accountability.
He recently gave an address to Monash University Graduates highlighting these points and from this it’s easy to understand why he is held in high regard.
“Giving thanks to the patients I will never forget” Monash University Graduate Ceremony Address
In the Media
Ryan has been featured on network news and 60 Minutes Australia for his work:
Baby Willow (Jessie McPherson Private Patient)
Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
Leigh Broxham welcomes home miracle triplets
Private Patients
Ryan chooses only Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for his private patients. Women have access to all the specialist facilities of Monash Health, including Monash Children’s Hospital NICU, but in the comfort of a private hospital setting. With this level of safety a given, Ryan and the Jessie McPherson midwifery team ensure the best experience for women and their baby (or babies!) so that their new family has the healthiest and brightest start to life.
To learn more about the Jessie McPherson Private Maternity Unit book a tour here.
Dr Ravi Kashyap
Dr. Kashyap offers a full range of obstetric care including VBAC (vaginal birth after previous caesarean) and vaginal delivery of twins. You can be secure that if complications arise requiring admission at a tertiary hospital he will continue your care at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital. He also offers general gynaecology care including laparoscopic surgery.
Dr. Kashyap was on the organising committee of the RANZCOG conference in Melbourne and also lectures and mentors Monash University students.
Having managed thousands of pregnancies, ranging from normal to extremely complicated, Dr. Kashyap continues to maintain a commitment at Monash Medical Centre as the Topaz Obstetric Unit team leader. As part of his commitment to promoting vaginal birth he has run the ECV (External Cephalic Version) clinic at Monash for the last 10 years. He is a consultant to the Victorian PERS (perinatal emergency referral service).
Learn more about Ravi here drravikashyap.com.au.
Dr Arunaz Kumar
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, practising in the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne who is able to cater to your gynaecology needs throughout life and obstetric needs during those vital child bearing years. I offer a full range of gynaecology services, including laparoscopic surgery, and comprehensive obstetric care. I am a fellow of the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and a member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (UK). I hold several academic qualifications as well and am passionate about education and look after Obstetrics and Gynaecology teaching at Monash University.
Menstrual disturbances, pap smear, colposcopy for cervical pathology, infertility, pelvic pain, incontinence, contraceptive counselling, management of low and high risk pregnancy. To learn more visit
www.drarunazkumar.com.au.
Languages: Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu
Mr Zdenek Dubrava
Mr Zdenek Dubrava is a specialist Gastrointestinal Tract surgeon with a focus on advanced keyhole surgery techniques.
Zdenek specialises in the treatment of Oesophagogastric cancer, Reflux disease, Hiatus hernia and Morbid obesity. He also provides specialist General Surgery services including Gallbladder surgery, Hernia, Varicose veins, Splenectomy, Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy.
Having attained his medical degree at the University of Melbourne in 2000, he went on to complete surgical training at the Royal Melbourne Hospital and The Alfred becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2010. He then undertook a further 2 years of subspecialty training in Upper Gastrointestinal, Bariatric Surgery, and Endoscopy.
Zdenek is a consultant surgeon at Monash Medical Centre where he has been appointed Head of Acute General Surgery. He is also Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Monash University Department of Surgery. He holds appointments and operates at The Alfred, Sandringham and Casey hospitals, as well as Jessie McPherson Private hospital.
Zdenek consults at Clayton and Sandringham and both private and public referrals are welcome.
Mr Chris Xenos
Mr Chris Xenos is a consultant neurosurgeon with a public and private practice at Monash Health.
Chris has more than 20 years’ experience in adult and paediatric neurosurgical cases. His adult practice includes tumour surgery, degenerative spine and vascular pathologies both aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs).
Having completed a paediatric neurosurgery post-grad fellowship in Birmingham (UK) in 1999, his paediatric practice includes tumours, congenital anomalies and a special interest in complex hydrocephalus and cerebrospinal fluid disorders.
Learn more at https://www.chrisxenos.com.au
Dr Peter Neil
Peter is an Obstetrician Gynaecologist specialising in High Risk Pregnancy. He finished his medical degree at the University of Melbourne in 1996, and after a short stint in General Practice he then went on to train as a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist through Monash Health.
Peter pursued his interest in managing complicated pregnancy by completing Fellowship years in maternal-fetal-medicine (MFM), looking after the highest risk pregnancies. He also has expertise in fetal ultrasound, and complicated vaginal births such as twins, rotational forceps and breech deliveries.
Peter has been appointed as a consultant at Monash Health in the highest risk pregnancy (MFM) clinic and is head of unit of the multiple pregnancy/preterm birth clinic. He runs a fortnightly clinic to turn babies from breech to head-first presentation (ECV). He is in a private obstetrics cover group with Dr John Regan, Dr Danielle Wilkins, Dr Ryan Hodges and Dr Annie Kroushev.
Peter is also a general gynaecologist and chooses to operate privately out of Jessie McPherson Private Hospital. Learn more about Peter here peterneil.com.au.
Dr Binh T Ly
Dr Binh T Ly is a well-known, respected obstetrician and gynaecologist. His lovely, caring bedside manner is valued by all in his care. Binh values time with his patients, ensuring they are comfortable and well informed. He demonstrates a high level of clinical expertise and professionalism at all times.
Binh arrived in Australia in 1981, commencing formal schooling in Australia at the age of 8. He was raised by a loving family and resided in Adelaide. Binh’s love for medicine started early with much interest in science shown from his early primary years. This interest and passion continued through his secondary schooling and in 1990 he commenced his degree. Binh completed his internship by 1997.
In 1999 he undertook and completed his Obstetrics Diploma, working for the Royal Women’s Hospital.
Binh entered the Specialist Training Program in 2001 reaching successful completion in 2007.
One year of his specialist training was completed abroad in Ireland – An experience Binh very much enjoyed and benefited from. You can learn more about Binh here www.drbinhtly.com.au.
Patient story - Laura's Twin Pregnancy.
Dr Anne Tan
Dr Mui Ngee (known as Anne) Tan studied medicine at Flinders University (South Australia) and obtained her post graduate qualifications in 2003 with the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (United Kingdom).
Anne worked as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in Malaysia for 5 years and then returned to Australia and was recognised as a fellow of the RANZCOG in 2010. Whilst in Malaysia, Anne enjoyed working in a multicultural society and is very comfortable interacting with women and their partners from various cultural backgrounds. Anne is multilingual, and can consult in other languages other than English, including Malay, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Teochew.
Dr Tan is interested in educating patients in managing their health and focuses on providing clear explanations and advice about their pregnancy or gynaecological problems and subsequent management. Dr Tan provides a full range of obstetric and gynaecological services. Learn more about Dr Anne Tan here drannetan.com.au.
Languages: English, Malay, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Teochew.
Dr Jaclyn Wloszczowski
Dr Jaclyn Wloszczowski is an obstetrician and gynaecologist who trained with some of Australia’s most renowned specialists at Monash Health, The Townsville Hospital and The Royal Women’s Hospital, after graduating from Monash University in 2006.
She believes in providing holistic, woman-centred care and is committed to empowering women to be active participants in their wellbeing.
Jaclyn has experience with low risk, high risk and multiple pregnancies. She is able to facilitate natural (vaginal) delivery, vaginal breech and twin delivery, instrumental birth, VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean section) and caesarean section. Where caesarean section is required or desired, she believes it should as closely resemble the normal physiological process of birth and supports delayed cord clamping and the earliest possible initiation and maintenance of skin to skin contact. Jaclyn believes that birth should be a positive experience, regardless of how her patients choose to deliver their babies, and respects their birth plans and wishes.
Jaclyn provides care to women throughout their entire reproductive lives and beyond including management of periods, PCOS, abnormal pap smears and colposcopy, vulval conditions, prolapse and has a particular interest in pelvic pain and minimally invasive (laparoscopic/keyhole) surgery. Learn more here embracewomenshealth.com.au.
Dr Lin Li Ow
Gynaecologist Urogynaecologist MBBS FRANZCOG CU
Dr Lin Li OW is a gynaecologist and a certified urogynaecologist. Lin Li completed her MBBS at University of Melbourne in 2005. She completed her obstetrics and gynaecological training at Mercy Hospital for Women, Northern Health, Sunshine Hospital and Ballarat Hospital. Lin Li obtained her FRANZCOG in 2015 and then further pursued urogynaecology training at Mercy Hospital and Monash hospital and attained her certificate in urogynaecology in 2016. Lin Li’s public appointments include Monash Hospital, Mercy Hospital and Northern Hospital.
Dr Ow specializes in pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence problems in women and has extensive experience in female pelvic floor reconstructive surgery and minimally invasive surgery. She is also experienced in performing 3D translabial ultrasounds for assessment of prolapse and mesh.
Dr Ow is committed to research and development through publications in several peer reviewed journals is a reviewer for the International Urogynaecology Journal. She received the UGSA research scholarship recently in 2016. She has presented papers at national and international urogynaecological conferences.
She is committed to improving women’s health and quality of life and understands the issues that women face in everyday life.
Dr Roshan Shamon
Dr Shamon is a Specialist Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist specialising in general and high risk obstetrics, gynaecology, infertility and minimal invasive surgery. He provides highly professional and excellent health care for women.
Having graduated from The University of Melbourne in 1998, he completed his specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Royal Women’s Hospital and Monash Medical Centre.
Dr Shamon has been involved in public practice from a clinical and teaching perspective for over 13 years. He has a staff specialist appointment in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Monash Medical Centre, and Dr Shamon is involved with teaching at Monash University.
Learn more about Dr Shamon here roshanshamon.com.au.
Dr Rajeswari Nair
Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with almost two decades of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Dr Rajeswari Nair is originally from India where she trained at Mangalore, (South India) as an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist. In 2004, Dr Nair moved to Australia and after completing her Obstetric training at Geelong, Dandenong and Monash Medical Centre gained her fellowship with RANZCOG in 2010 and commenced private practice as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
Dr Nair has extensive experience in all aspects of Obstetrics and has a particular interest in High Risk Obstetrics; in 2008 Dr Nair undertook additional training as a Fellow in Maternal Fetal Medicine at Monash Medical Centre. She is well versed in caring for High Risk pregnancies that are complicated by various maternal or foetal conditions.
Dr Nair is experienced in all aspects of general Gynaecology performing abdominal as well as laparoscopic procedures. Dr Nair looks forward to an opportunity to provide expert advice and service to all her patients. She believes in empowering women to make the right decision, in a timely manner. Learn more about Dr Nair here drrajinair.com.au.
Dr Mark Petris
Dr Mark Petris is a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist offering a full range of general obstetric and gynaecological services. He is both a Cabrini obstetrician and Jessie McPherson obstetrician for high risk and normal pregnancies. He has a keen interest in twins and high risk pregnancies, with a consultant obstetric appointment at Monash Medical Centre (Clayton) in both the twins and diabetes antenatal clinics, where he is also involved in mentoring and supervising specialists-in-training. Learn more here drmarkpetris.com.au.
Dr Trang Pham
Dr Trang Pham is a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist focussed on the health and wellbeing of expectant mothers as well as women’s health.
Graduating from Monash University in 1998, Trang undertook specialised training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Royal Women’s Hospital, Ballarat Base Hospital, Box Hill Hospital and Angliss Hospital.
Being a mother of a young family, Trang appreciates the challenges that new parents face and the joys of parenthood. She works closely with patients to understand their individual needs providing support, care and advice to ensure the health and wellbeing of all her patients.
You can read more about Dr Trang Pham here.
Dr John Regan
Dr John Regan obtained his Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in 1991 after training at Monash Medical Centre, Victoria and at Pembury Hospital, Kent, UK.
Following completion of his training, John was appointed as a consultant Obstetrician at Monash Medical Centre and also commenced private practice in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. John has been involved with the diabetic clinic at Monash Medical Centre since that time, and has been head of the unit over the past 9 years.
John also continues to have an active private practice in both Obstetrics and Gynaecology, delivering at Monash Medical Centre and Cabrini Hospital in Melbourne. John has also been Chair of the craft group of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists at Cabrini over the past 6 years.
Dr Colin Sabau
Dr Sabau is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with over 15 years of specialist training both in Europe and Australia. Before coming to Australia, Colin completed O&G training in Romania and France followed by two years of medical research in clinical trials at Ohio State University (USA).
In 2006 Colin commenced further Obstetric and Gynaecology training at Monash Medical Centre and Eastern Health and was awarded a RANZCOG Fellowship in 2012. Today, Colin is a strong advocate of mentoring and training upcoming Obstetric and Gynaecology specialists and is involved with teaching and training students and registrars at Sandringham and Box Hill public hospitals.
His gentle manner and comprehensive approach to treating his female patients has resulted in hundreds of happy women who continue to see Dr Sabau for ongoing care throughout the different phases of their life.
Colin has a special interest in laparoscopic surgery of benign gynaecological conditions, prolapse repair and treatment of urinary incontinence. He is accredited to perform colposcopies and manage vulvar and cervical dysplasias.
As an obstetrician, Dr Sabau is involved in the antenatal care of both low and high risk pregnancies. Colin believes in the importance of providing a continuity of care and will see you throughout all of your antenatal visits, delivery of your baby and post-delivery care. Learn more here drcolinsabau.com.au.
Languages: English, Romanian and French
Dr Benjamin Rogers
Dr Rogers in an Infectious Disease Specialist. His service focuses on diagnosis and management of infections. This includes a range of acute and chronic infections including bacterial, viral and fungal infections.
He specialise in complex infections such as those associated with prosthetic joints and other implanted material, caused by antimicrobial resistant bacteria or that have failed to respond to standard therapies.
He has an interest in the management of immunocompromised patients including prophylaxis, diagnosis and treatment of infection.
Rooms:
Level 1, 253 Wattletree Road, Malvern, 3144, T. 9500 8598
Suite 10, 212-220 Clayton Road, Clayton, T: 9544 6448
Mr Craig Timms
Dr Craig Timms finished his Medical Degree at the University of Tasmania in 1996. He moved to Melbourne in 1998 to commence work at The Alfred Hospital. It was here that Craig worked under the renowned Neurosurgeon, Dr Kevin Sui, which ultimately led to his interest, training and career in neurosurgery.
After completion of basic surgical training in 2001, Neurosurgical registrar experience was gained at St Vincent’s Hospital in Melbourne as well as Monash Medical Centre in Clayton over several years. Craig completed his Neurosurgical training, which included a year of clinical research and a Master of Surgery, in 2007. Working at busy Tertiary hospitals, with different patient demographics, has provided Craig with a breadth of neurosurgical experience, ranging from treating life-threatening traumatic brain and spinal injuries, which requires focus under extreme pressure, to managing patients with acute bulging discs and those with chronic spinal degenerative conditions.
Craig retains a love of learning new techniques in neurosurgery, particularly with the rise in surgery assistive technology, but also a passion for teaching. He completed a Masters of Surgical Education in 2015 with a view to mentoring and teaching the next generation of neurosurgical trainees. Teaching the next generation of neurosurgeons requires him to stay up to date with the latest advances in neurosurgical techniques and treatments in order to demonstrate, train and supervise neurosurgical trainees. Craig was appointed supervisor in ‘Surgical Education and Training’ by the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2016.
Completing a Masters of Surgical Education has also helped hone and refine Craig’s patient communication skills. He takes his time to
explain things clearly and thoroughly, making patients feel like they are informed and their questions are answered.
Interests
Dr Craig Timms’ particular clinical interests include:
• Tumour
• Craniovascular
• Spinal
• Spinal reconstruction
Dr Shavi Fernando
Dr Shavi Fernando, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Monash Health, chooses Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for his private patients.
Shavi graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery with Honours from Monash University together with a Bachelor of Medical Science with First-Class Honours. Following his internship at Monash Health, Shavi completed the six year specialty training program with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), and has a PhD in infertility and gynaecology from Monash University. Shavi was awarded a prestigious NHMRC PhD research fellowship to assist with this.
Shavi is one of the few clinicians to concurrently hold a position as a specialist in both the Obstetrics and Gynaecology departments with Monash Health, the largest provider of maternity services in Victoria. Amongst other duties, Shavi supervises and operates on high-risk Caesarean sections at Monash Medical Centre, including the most complicated Caesarean deliveries that are performed.
Assisting you in achieving the birth you desire
Shavi is a specialist committed to providing excellent and individualised obstetric and gynaecological care, with significant expertise in both general and high-risk obstetrics including support for uncomplicated pregnancies and normal deliveries, vaginal births after caesarean (VBAC), twins and multiple gestations, maternal medical conditions and pregnancies following fertility treatment.
“As a father, I acknowledge how important this time in your life is for you and your family and have a genuine respect for the individuality of pregnancy and birth needs. I have always understood that what works for one person may not work for another, and I carry this into my practice every day.”
An excellent ability to explain complex, medical terms in easy to understand language
As a Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Curriculum (Women's Health) at Monash University, Shavi is heavily involved in the training and advancement of the next generation of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. This not only helps to keep his practice up to date and relevant, but also means that he has developed an excellent ability to explain complex medical terms in easy to understand language.
Private Patients
Shavi chooses Jessie McPherson for his private patients as he considers it the safest place to be for both mother and baby. He puts this down to the combination of the experienced midwifery staff, the new state-of-the-art paediatric unit (Monash Children’s Hospital) and immediate access to all the specialties available at Monash Health.
To learn more about the Jessie McPherson Private Maternity Unit book a tour here.
Patient story - Cassie James & Baby Bobby
Dr Anthony Lawrence
Dr Anthony Lawrence is a senior specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist with over 30 years’ experience.
Dr Anthony Lawrence completed a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Biochemistry (Bsc Honours) prior to commencing his medical degree at Monash University. He graduated in 1978 with a Medical Honours Degree (MBBS Honours). Residency and Specialist Membership Training were completed at the Queen Victoria Medical Centre Melbourne. He spent two and a half years in the United Kingdom in Salisbury and Plymouth completing his Advanced Obstetric and Gynaecological training prior to commending his Senior Registrar year at Monash Medical Centre. He became a fully accredited Obstetric and Gynaecological Specialist in 1989.
He holds Membership and Fellowship of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal Australia and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. Dr Lawrence is a member of the American Association of Gynaecological Laparoscopists, the Australian Gynaecological Endoscopy Society and the Australian Medical Association.
Dr Simona Sabau
Dr Simona Sabau is a General Paediatrician with extensive experience in the care of newborn babies and children of all ages.
Dr Sabau completed her Paediatric training at the Royal Children’s Hospital, Monash Children’s Hospital and Mercy Hospital. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians.
Additional consulting locations:
-359 Blackburn Road, Mount Waverley
-132 Bay Street, Brighton
For more information please see our website: www.drsimonasabau.com.au
Prof Dominic Thyagarajan
Dominic is a neurologist with a special interest in the medical and surgical treatment of the following movement disorders:
Parkinson’s Disease and related conditions
Tremor
Dystonia including blepharospasm
Tic disorders etc
Dominic graduated from the University of Melbourne, and is an adjunct Professor (Neuroscience) at Monash University in the Southern Clinical School and has public appointments at the Alfred Hospital and Monash Medical Centre. Until recently, Dominic was Director of Neurology at Monash Medical Centre, and before that Director of Neurology at Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide.
Dominic obtained his undergraduate and postgraduate research degrees at the University of Melbourne and did Physician’s training and Neurology specialization at St Vincent’s and Alfred hospital. Dominic subsequently held Fellowship positions in the USA at Mayo Clinic, Minnesota and Columbia Presbyterian Medical Centre, New York as an NHMRC CJ Martin Fellow. On returning to Australia, Dominic was appointed as the head of Neurology at the Flinders Medical Centre where we established an integrated stroke unit and a comprehensive Deep Brain Stimulation program for movement disorders.
Dominic is also available for consultation in Movement Disorders and General Neurology at Epworth Camberwell where we will have a multidisciplinary (Neurology, Neurorehabilitation and Neuropsychiatry) service for patients with Parkinson’s disease.
Dr Andrea Khaw
Dr Andrea Khaw, a Consultant Obstetrician with 20 years’ experience, practises at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital (Monash Medical Centre) and the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne. Her patients include women with particular maternal and/or fetal issues. Andrea completed her Specialist training in Britain (Cambridge Postgraduate Deanery) and is a certified Obstetric Specialist by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), London.
Her research in Maternal Fetal Medicine was completed at King’s College Hospital, London. Andrea is fully accredited in Advanced Obstetric Ultrasound by the Fetal Medicine Foundation (UK). She was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) whilst practising as a Consultant with the Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit at Monash. Andrea now holds an appointment as Consultant Obstetrician at the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne, maintaining an active interest in the management of complex pregnancies and research (pre-eclampsia, fetal surveillance and growth restriction are some of her areas of expertise).
Andrea’s patients choose to deliver at Jessie McPherson Hospital. Co-location with a tertiary centre allows prompt access to support services should needs arise. Learn more about Andrea by visiting her website www.drandreakhaw.com.
Dr Saul Cohen
Pregnancy and child-birth are wonderful events and are a prelude to one of the most fulfilling and life affirming experiences - becoming a parent. Pregnancy, labour and birth usually constitute only a tiny fragment of your child’s life, however, your care during these crucial times can have a lasting and profound impact.
Having delivered thousands of babies and as a proud father of five himself, Dr Cohen has an enormous breadth of experience. Understanding that pregnant couples need to feel informed and empowered, Dr Cohen treats expecting couples as intelligent and capable partners in care.
Although pro natural birth advocate, Dr Cohen oversees a weekly list of the state’s most technically difficult caesarean sections at Monash Medical Centre. Additionally, he is a Consultant in the Amethyst high-risk pregnancy care clinic specialising in multiple pregnancy and pre-term birth.
Dr Cohen is a Monash Medical School lecturer and examiner, and a RANZCOG training supervisor. Dr Cohen has particular expertise with rotational forceps, vaginal breech birth and vaginal twin birth.
If you require a caesarean section or operative delivery, Dr Cohen will ensure that you still have a beautiful empowered birth experience to cherish.
Read more at drsaulcohen.com.au
Professor Leon Lai
Professor Leon Lai MBBS PhD FRACS is a leading cerebrovascular and skull base neurosurgeon, specialising in the surgical treatment of brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, cavernomas, brain revascularization, acoustic neuroma and pituitary tumours.
He is an academic Associate Professor at the Department of Surgery, Monash University. As a key neurosurgeon in one of the busiest cerebrovascular centres in Victoria, he has the most extensive surgical experience in brain aneurysm repair in Australasia.
He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters and editorials on brain aneurysm and skull base surgery. He is actively involved in clinical and laboratory based research, and lectures regularly in national and international meetings. He is also a member of the SET board of Neurosurgery that selects and trains future neurosurgeons in Australia and New Zealand.
Specialisations:
- Aneurysm and blood vessel disorder treatment
- Brain tumour treatment
- Acoustic neuroma and pituitary tumour treatment
- Skull base surgery
- Degenerative spinal conditions
Prof Lai consults from Clayton, Berwick and Melbourne CBD. Visit www.drleonlai.com for further information.
Dr Annie Kroushev
I completed the Diploma of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Mercy Hospital for Women through the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, which cemented my passion for women’s health, and particularly Obstetrics. My six year formal training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology occurred at Monash Medical Centre, Box Hill and the Angliss Hospitals and in regional centres such as Ballarat. The last two years of this were spent at Monash Medical Centre working as the Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellow, dealing with the most complex of pregnancies and Gynaecological problems.
Many women enter their reproductive years having had significant medical issues, for some pregnancy is possible only through assisted reproduction and for others still complications can arise during the pregnancy itself. To care for such patients to the highest standards, I pursued additional qualifications completing a further three years of formal training to become a Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist of whom there are only a few in Australia. This is a subspecialty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, which looks after women and babies with complex health problems, multiple pregnancies (twins, triplets), pregnancy complications, prenatal diagnosis and fetal procedures in pregnancy. I have been privileged to learn working alongside some of the best in the country at Monash Medical Centre like Professor Euan Wallace and Dr Christine Tippett. Visit www.dranniekroushev.com.au to learn more.
Languages: Bulgarian, German, Macedonian, Russian
Dr Jennifer Gregor
I am a Paediatrician with additional specialised training in the care and management of the newborn baby (Neonatology) and in the first few years of childhood.
I completed my postgraduate medical degree at Flinders University Adelaide after a science degree with first class honours. I have been working as a medical practioner for the last 10 years and completed the majority of my paediatric training at the Royal Children's Hospital and the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne.
I currently see inpatients and newborns at Jessie McPherson Private and other private hospitals. I have also worked recently with the team in the paediatric emergency department at Monash Medical Centre.
I have a special interest in the acute emergency care of the newborn and young child, caring for babies who are unsettled and having sleeping and feeding difficulties. My other areas of interest include children with complex chronic disease, developmental issues and babies and children who are not gaining weight well.
You can learn more here: https://carepaediatrics.com.au/
A/Prof Paul Cashin
Paul Cashin was appointed to the role of Director, Medical Services at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital in January 2016.
Paul graduated from Monash University in 1984; he trained in General Surgery at the Repatriation General Hospital, Heidelberg, graduating in 1996. Having spent time in the United Kingdom, he returned to Australia to commence his Upper GI appointment at Monash Medical Centre in 1998.
Paul is currently the Service Director of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery across all Monash Health sites; he has been an active surgeon at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital for 25 years. He has particular interests in oesphago-gastric cancer, reflux disease, oesophageal motility disorders and advanced laparoscopic surgery. He is also a Clinical Associate Professor in Dept. of Surgery, Southern Clinical School at Monash University.
Paul acts as Medical Advisor to the Kitaya Holdings Board of Directors, and he participates in the Kitaya Board Quality Committee. He is also Chairman of the Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) at Jessie McPherson Private Hospital.
In his role as Director, Medical Services, Paul oversees medical governance and accreditation including areas such as patient care and quality outcomes, the patient experience, medical credentialing and scope of practice, research, new technologies and medical ethics.
Dr Simon Cohen
Pain Specialist