Specialist Obstetricians
Specialist care with a private obstetrician
Specialist Obstetricians have at least 13 years of medical training, with the majority focused on Obstetrics and Gynaecology. When you choose private specialist care, your obstetrician takes personal responsibility for your pregnancy, birth, and postnatal care. Their depth of training and experience supports the best possible outcomes for both mother and baby.
Specialist Obstetricians are qualified to manage the full range of pregnancies, from straightforward and low risk to high-risk. They are trained to provide all modes of birth and to recognise, prevent, and treat complications that may arise during pregnancy, labour, and after delivery.
At POGS, you are cared for by highly qualified Specialist Obstetricians, supported by experienced midwives, with a strong focus on safety, continuity, and personalised care. We also work closely with a trusted team of specialist anaesthetists, specialist paediatricians, other medical specialists (where needed), and allied health professionals to ensure comprehensive care for mother and baby.
How care works at POGS
POGS provides specialist-led obstetric care in collaboration with midwives, supporting women to make informed choices and to plan for the birth experience that is right for them. Your chosen doctor provides the majority of your antenatal care, manages your birth whenever possible, and provides postnatal care.
If your preferred doctor is unavailable (for example, due to leave or another urgent delivery), another POGS obstetrician will provide your care. You have the option to meet other doctors in the group during pregnancy so you feel comfortable and supported if this occurs.
Our obstetricians have admitting rights to St John of God Subiaco Private Hospital where your obstetrician will care for you during your birth and the postnatal period.
Other models of maternity care
There are several models of maternity care available in Perth. Some are private, some are shared-care (part private, part public), and others are provided through public hospitals. Care may be led by a Specialist Obstetrician, a GP Obstetrician, or a midwife, and different models often have different levels of continuity, access, and cost.
The questions below may help you decide which model is best for you:
Who will manage my pregnancy: a Specialist Obstetrician, GP Obstetrician, or midwife?
Who is responsible for my care during labour and birth, including after-hours?
Will I meet the doctor (or midwife or team) who is likely to be present at the birth?
Can I discuss my birth preferences with the professional who is likely to manage the birth?
Where will the birth take place (private hospital, public hospital, birth centre)?
Will there be shift changes between doctors during labour and birth?
Will the doctor who manages the birth also review me afterwards in hospital?
Do they manage high-risk pregnancies?
If my pregnancy becomes higher risk, will I be referred to another doctor or service?
What is the fee structure, and what is included and excluded?
If I am referred, will this change my fees or out-of-pocket costs?
It is also helpful to know that approximately 2 in 5 pregnancies that appear low risk early in pregnancy will require higher-level care later. Choosing a model that can adapt if your needs change can provide reassurance and continuity.
