Overview
Gynaecologists at Epworth medically treat numerous conditions affecting female reproductive organs, performing surgery if and when required.
Conditions treated include:
- Advanced laparoscopic surgery
- Benign gynaecological conditions
- Endometriosis
- Gynaecological cancers
- Incontinence
- Infertility
- Investigative procedures
Endometriosis Support Group
The Julia Argyrou Endometriosis Centre at Epworth hosts an endometriosis support group to exchange ideas, coping strategies and current treatment information, with access to the expertise of health professionals. It’s a positive environment and open to all, whether you are an Epworth patient or not. Learn more about dates and how to join us at the Julia Argyrou Endometriosis Support Group at Epworth.
Referring to Gynaecology
Our patients are at the centre of everything we do.
Our Find a Doctor directory allows you to contact an Epworth accredited specialist for your GP to refer you to.
A referral from your GP, a Specialist or other health professional is required to access most Epworth services and some can be called directly by the patient including our Allied Health Clinic, GP Clinic, Men’s Health Clinic and Jean Hailes at Epworth Freemasons as well as our Breast Services, Epworth Sports and Exercise Medicine Group and Epworth HealthCheck.
Read more: For GPs - Connecting GPs with Epworth.
Meet our specialists
All our clinicians are here to work with you and achieve the best outcome.
Search for a specialistGynaecology at Epworth Eastern
Enquiries to be directed to Nurse Manager, Phone: 03 8807 7575.
Gynaecology at Epworth Freemasons
The Epworth Freemasons Gynaecology department has visiting specialists including gynae-oncology surgeons, obstetricians, gynaecologists and fertility and medical specialists.
Features of the Women's Health Unit include:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Coffee and tea making facilities in ward kitchen
- Experienced regular staff trained in gynaecological care and midwifery
- Fridges and Queen Size beds in some rooms
- Inpatient Chemotherapy & Radiotherapy
- Nursery
- Pre-admission Facilitator (Registered Nurse)
Patient Needs
Epworth Freemasons is equipped with a 33-bed ward, catering for patients with a variety of gynaecological conditions. Unit staff members are supported by a full-time clinical educator and regular in-service education is provided. Surgical cases include:
- Extensive surgery for gynaecological cancers
- Hysterectomies
- Major laparoscopic work
This unit is supported by experienced operating theatre staff and specialised ward nurses. In addition, a highly experienced clinical nurse specialist in gynaecological oncology is available to provide emotional and physical support as well as practical information prior to surgery, as well as during hospitalisation and convalescence.
Visitors
Visiting hours are:
- 11:00am-8:00pm (for general patients)
- 2:30pm - 4:00pm and 6:30-8:00pm for Maternity patients
No visiting:
- 1:30-2:30pm (rest time)
More information
Most doctors provide written information about relevant procedures, including a patient pathway brochure produced by the ward. The pathway outlines the expected day-to-day procedures and progress, as well as discharge advice.
Further general information is available on the ward, while more specific information can be obtained from the gynaecological clinical nurse specialist.
Gynaecological Oncology
A Brachytherapy Unit, for radiological treatment of gynaecological cancers, is available at Epworth Freemasons. A full range of surgery is also offered, including:
- Cone biopsy
- D & C
- Hysterectomy
- Hysteroscopy
- Laparoscopy
- Vaginal and ovarian surgery
- Vulval
Prevention screening programs (pap smears) are available to all women. Early detection and treatment may help prevent further development and progression of problems. A Colposcopy and Laser Clinic is also available for the management of abnormal smears.
Endometriosis Support Group
The Endometriosis Support Group was created in response to a need expressed by patients of the Epworth Women's Health Unit.
The group meets bi-monthly at Epworth Freemasons on the last Monday of the month at 7:00pm. Learn more about dates and how to join us at the Julia Argyrou Endometriosis Support Group at Epworth.
Gynaecology at Epworth Geelong
Epworth Geelong offers diagnosis, treatment and prevention of female reproductive system disorders.
Gynecological services at Epworth Geelong include:
- reproductive endocrinology
- infertility
- gynaecological oncology
- ultrasound
- urogynaecology
- maternal and fetal medicine
Conditions treated
- gynaecological cancers
- benign gynaecological conditions
- investigative procedures
- advanced laparoscopic surgery
- infertility
- endometriosis
- incontinence
Gynaecology at Epworth Richmond
Epworth Eastern
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1 Arnold Street, Box Hill VIC 3128
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Epworth Freemasons Albert Street
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109 Albert Street, East Melbourne VIC 3002
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Epworth Geelong
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1 Epworth Place, Waurn Ponds VIC 3216
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Emergency Department is open 24 hours
Epworth Richmond
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89 Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121
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Emergency Department is open 24 hours