Our Services

Gynaecology

We aim to provide the highest level of care for women of all ages, in a safe and comfortable environment. We want you to feel able to talk to us about any gynaecological issue you might have and ask as many questions as you need to. We offer a full range of gynaecological check-ups and services, with a focus on pain, vulval disorders, menopause, puberty, and period problems.

Pain Medicine

Through our involvement in current research and experience with new treatment methods, and a team approach, we’re able to offer a wide range of safe, effective and innovative treatments for pain management. We may even be able to help you if you have complex pain issues that have not responded to more traditional methods of pain management. As well as all areas of pelvic pain, we specialise in pudendal nerve pain and pain related to pregnancy.

Reproductive Medicine

There are many reasons why you might want to talk to us about your reproductive system and associated medications and herbal options. Perhaps you’re concerned about a fertility issue, or you simply don’t want to get pregnant right now. Whatever it is, we’re here to guide you through the options for choosing contraception method, fertility assessments, hormonal problems and intercourse issues.

WHRIA Diagnostics & Specialist Ultrasound

WHRIA Diagnostics was established in 2013 as a specialist pelvic ultrasound and procedures clinic. The clinic is staffed by two of WHRIA’s doctors, Professor Thierry Vancaillie and Dr Yasmin Tan, as well as experienced pelvic/gynaecological sonographers. We specialize in pelvic ultrasound for the assessment and treatment of pelvic musculoskeletal issues such as pelvic floor integrity for prolapse or injections for sacroiliac joint pain, in addition to general gynaecological conditions.

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Pelvic floor physiotherapy is a specialisation of the physiotherapy profession associated with pelvic health. Located between the tailbone and pubic bone, the pelvic floor muscles support the bladder, bowel, uterus and vagina. Pregnancy, childbirth and pelvic surgery can significantly weaken these muscles. In many people with pelvic pain these muscles can be contracted, tight and painful and in need of relaxing and stretching. Men, women and children come to us for relief from continence problems, pain symptoms and sometimes to support planned or past pelvic surgery.

Clinical Research

WHRIA has a strong history of clinical research across a broad range of fields.

Working as a team, our focus on our patients fosters new ideas for clinical research for the diagnosis, treatment and management of a broad range of conditions. Through clinical research studies we can trial and these ideas, then apply them in our clinic to continually improve the service we provide you. Read more about how new ideas emerge, and how we bring our innovative research to life.

Pain Education & Support

Persistent pain can significantly affect your life, and we want to help you recover your life. Through our specific pain education consultations, we’ll help you establish physical, social and work goals and develop a realistic plan to achieve them. Learn the neuroscience of why we hurt and how you can confidently manage your condition while living your life. Read more about the pain education services available and how they can help you.

Psychology & Hypnotherapy

Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy help to alleviate the emotional difficulties that can worsen the physical sensation of pain and discomfort. Our experienced psychologist is dedicated to helping you improve your mental fitness, health and wellbeing, giving you practical skills to cope better with everyday life and challenging situations.

Pregnancy & Obstetrics

We have an experienced team to help support you before, during and after pregnancy. Fertility services help with pre-conception counselling plus any help to fall pregnant. Once you are pregnant we can provide full obstetric care for all pregnancies as well as women with pelvic pain; obstetric medicine can be added for higher risk or more complicated pregnancies; plus we have full allied health support including pelvic floor physiotherapy, osteopathy and psychology.

Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a regulated healthcare profession in Australia that focuses on the link between the structure of the body and the way it functions, or moves. Our osteopaths use a gentle treatment approach appropriate for all ages and those with complex medical conditions. Osteopathy is a safe and effective hands-on therapy for many conditions including pelvic pain, endometriosis and pain related to pregnancy. Read more about how we can ensure your body parts are working well together, and help you on the right path to recovery.