Ascot Central Women's Clinic in Auckland is made up of a group of doctors who all have strong working expertise in the area of gynaecological surgery and gynaecological oncology. By working together as a team they are able to ensure that women see the most appropriate professional within the group, as we provide services in all aspects of women's health.
With the additional support of our Physiotherapist, Hannah Orr and health Psychologist, Lynette Dalgleish, Ascot Central Women's Clinic are a multidisciplinary team with many years' expertise.
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What is Gynaecology?
Gynaecology is the area of medicine that deals with health issues and conditions that are specific to women. This generally includes the female reproductive organs and genitalia. The reproductive organs consist of the ovaries that release an egg every month, the fallopian tubes that lead from the ovaries, the uterus (womb), which is where a baby will grow if the egg is fertilised during sexual intercourse, the cervix (opening of the uterus) and the vagina.
Laparoscopy
Many gynaecological investigations are performed by laparoscopy. This is a procedure to view the inside of the abdomen (stomach) through a specially lit type of mini telescope (laparoscope) that is inserted through a small cut in the abdomen. The laparoscope also contains a small camera that sends pictures to a screen that the doctor can watch.
Sometimes surgical procedures (keyhole surgery) can be performed at the same time. A laparoscopy is performed under a general anaesthetic.
