Dr Kara Thompson

Kara is a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist living in Geelong with her husband and three children. Originally from Warrnambool, Kara commenced her Obstetrics and Gynaecology career at the Royal Women's Hospital in Melbourne in 2011.

Kara has done extra training in ultrasound in pregnancy, and has extensive experience in caring for women with complex pregnancies. This includes twin pregnancies, pregnancies at high risk of preterm birth, vaginal birth after caesarean, and pregnancy following previous pregnancy loss or birth trauma.

Kara has a passion for teaching and health communication. She is the co-founder of the podcast Pregnancy Uncut, a not-for-profit resource that explores the stories and experiences of women who have experienced complex or high risk pregnancies, with the aim to help families feel seen and heard in their pregnancy journeys.

In addition to the Epworth, Kara is also a visiting specialist at Barwon Health in Geelong and provides antenatal care at the Wathaurong Aboriginal Health Service.

Kara provides pregnancy and birth care, with a focus on supporting women to make their own informed choices around their care and birth experiences.