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Thinking about having a baby?
Deciding to have a baby is a very important time in a woman’s life. Her Medical believes it is important that patients are proactive in their decision-making, and consider their pregnancy plans well ahead of time.
Her Medical is here to help every step of the way, ensuring that health is optimised from fertility, preconception, conception, pregnancy and the birth of a child.
Her Medical works together to identify and manage risk factors for infertility. Anticipating and identifying any issues before starting to try gives the best chance for success, and possibly avoids the need for intervention. A discussion as to whether fertility preservation options are available, such as egg freezing, and whether this is the right decision.
There is a range of modifiable factors which can contribute to the burden of infertility, including lifestyle factors, such as tobacco smoking and obesity, chronic infections (such as chlamydia), and treatable conditions such as endometriosis and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
Her Medical has ongoing relationships with the best gynaecology and fertility specialists in the region and is able to refer patients for further assessment where necessary.
Personalised Pregnancy Care
Personalised Pregnancy Care
Her Medical is able to provide comprehensive care for mothers-to-be and their babies during and after pregnancy and offers a more personalised experience of shared antenatal care for women who plan to deliver through Gold Coast University Hospital. Our General Practitioners have a strong interest in pregnancy care and are updated annually through the Maternity Alignment Program for shared care providers.
Dr. Chris Briggs
Dr Paula Hade
Dr Isabella Panettiere
Antenatal/Pregnancy Care
Antenatal/Pregnancy Care
The onsite doctors located at Her Medical are all experienced in providing antenatal care, with the clinic also offering:
- Women’s health physiotherapists, dieticians, psychologists and massage therapists (experienced in pregnancy massage)
- Pregnancy-related immunisations and iron infusions are available onsite where required.
- Pathology collection on site
- Access to basic ultrasound assessment onsite
Once pregnancy is confirmed, the next step is to book with a doctor who will arrange initial investigations including a blood test and ultrasound dating scan and will explain the antenatal care process.
Ongoing care throughout pregnancy will depend on whether the patient wishes to deliver at one of the private hospitals or the Gold Coast University Hospital.
Private obstetric care allows the choice of an obstetrician who will look after all of your antenatal care, delivery, and immediate postpartum care. Her Medical has excellent relationships with leading private obstetricians at private hospitals on the Gold Coast. For ongoing care, Her Medical will refer patients to their choice of obstetrician after initial investigations.
Antenatal care through the Gold Coast University Hospital is ‘shared’ with the hospital and will usually be seen at around 20 weeks, 36 weeks, and again around the due date. Depending on preference, visits in between these may be with Her Medical or the hospital midwives. These options will be discussed early in pregnancy.
Appointment schedule during pregnancy:
- Initial appointment at Her Medical after positive pregnancy test
- Routine reviews every 4 weeks until 28 weeks
- Then every 3 weeks until 36 weeks
- Then every 1-2 weeks until delivery
Dr. Chris Briggs
Dr Paula Hade
Dr Isabella Panettiere
Referrals
Referrals
Referrals to Obstetricians, Gynaecologists and IVF Specialists, Midwifery and other pregnancy support services.
Her Medical has ongoing relationships with relevant specialists across the Gold Coast and is able to refer patients to the best specialists in this field.