Obstetrics
Dr Lowes is a highly skilled and compassionate obstetrician and gynaecologist dedicated to providing exceptional obstetrics care for women throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. With extensive obstetrics training in premier tertiary hospitals across Sydney and over a decade of experience managing both high- and low-risk pregnancies, Dr Lowes has delivered thousands of babies and is deeply committed to ensuring a safe and personalised birthing experience for every patient.
Dr Lowes offers bespoke and empathetic care that goes beyond routine medical management, ensuring that each woman receives individualised attention that fosters a nurturing and supportive experience from conception through postpartum recovery. As a mother of three herself, she understands the emotional and physical demands of pregnancy and offers guidance on medical care, breastfeeding, postpartum recovery, and the transition to parenthood.
Obstetrics Services with Dr Lowes
- Pre-Pregnancy Planning
- Antenatal Care
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care, Including Gestational Diabetes and Pregnancy Hypertensive Disorders
- Experience in Care of Mothers Over 40
- Vaginal Birth and Instrumental Birth
- Caesarean Section
- Induction of Labour – Elective or for Medical Reasons
- Postnatal Care
- Fertility, Including Infertility Investigations and Surgery for Couples Trying to Conceive
- Management of Ectopic Pregnancy and Early Pregnancy Loss
Why Pregnancy Care is Essential
Pregnancy is a transformative journey that requires expert obstetrics care to ensure the health and wellbeing of both mother and baby. Quality and individualised antenatal care is vital for monitoring foetal development, managing maternal health conditions, and preparing for a smooth and safe delivery. Dr Lowes takes a holistic approach, ensuring that her patients receive comprehensive care that includes pre-conception counselling, prenatal screening, and tailored pregnancy and birth planning. By prioritising open communication and collaborative decision-making, she empowers women and their partners to actively participate in their pregnancy journey.
When and How to See Dr Lowes
It is recommended that patients schedule their first obstetrician consultation with Dr Lowes between 8-10 weeks of gestation. During this consultation, she will conduct a thorough assessment of your medical history, review any prior antenatal blood tests and obstetrics ultrasound results, and discuss your personal birth plan preferences and pregnancy care. If you are considering pregnancy, Dr Lowes also offers pre-conception counselling to optimise health before conception.
As an experienced specialist in obstetrics surgery, Dr Lowes provides care in leading obstetrics hospitals on the North Shore of Sydney and surrounding suburbs, which are equipped with advanced medical facilities and neonatal intensive care. Dr Lowes is also an advanced gynaecological surgeon, uniquely qualified to offer expert surgical solutions for pregnant women with complex surgical history and gynaecological conditions. For urgent concerns, Dr Lowes also manages obstetric emergency cases, providing timely intervention, safe evidence-based care, and compassionate support.
To schedule an appointment, please contact our team on (02) 9037 6444 (North Shore Private, St Leonards). For your initial consultation, please bring the necessary information to your appointment (see below). We look forward to welcoming you to our practice and supporting your health with expert and compassionate care.
What to Bring to Your First Antenatal Appointment
- GP Referral
- Medicare Card
- Copy of Any Ultrasounds Done in Pregnancy
- Copy of Antenatal Blood Tests and Genetic Screening Results (if Performed)
- Current Medication List
- Details of Your Previous Medical History, Surgical History, or Fertility Treatments
Your partner is welcome to attend your antenatal appointment and any following obstetrics appointments.
