
Maternity
At Northpark Private Hospital we take pride in being involved in the birth of your baby.
Our highly skilled team of midwives and obstetricians work closely with parents to ensure the safest and best start in life for their babies.
Comfort for labouring patients is a priority and each of our large birthing suites have their own ensuite. Our large, modern private post natal rooms, provide the calm and relaxing space for families post birth.
COVID 19, Changes to Procedures
- From 30th August all maternity patients will be required to have a routine Covid swab taken at 37 weeks and again at 39 weeks gestation.
- Partner/support person will also be required to have a Covid swab taken on admission of his/her partner to the Maternity Unit
- Partner/support person are encouraged to stay for the duration of their partners admission to the Maternity Unit.
- If they are unable to stay for the duration, or they need to leave, they are then only able to return to the hospital for 2 hours each day.
- No siblings/children or visitors are allowed.
Please contact your obstetrician or the Maternity Unit if you require any further information.
Take a virtual tour of our maternity ward
- Modern surroundings
- Luxurious rooms
- Large screen TVs
- Double Beds and Pull-out sofa beds
- Pediatricians available 24 hours
- Fully equipped Special Care Nursery on hand for emergencies
- Childbirth/ Antenatal education classes *
- Personalised booking with midwife*
- Tours of maternity unit*
- Professional Baby Photographer
- Newborn Hearing and screening program
- High Tea Cake trolley each morning
- Post Natal Physiotherapy Service in hospital
- Soft Cheese/Paté/Cold Meat Platter
- Iconic Maternity Stuffed Toy Baby Giraffe
- Chinese Speaking Midwife
*These services have been modified to adhere to COVID 19 social distancing requirements. Please call 9468 0503 to discuss changes.
Our expert team of midwives will provide you and your family with personalised care, advice and support during your labour and delivery. We will be with you every step of the way discussing the various choices and facilities available
Our modern and spacious private maternity suites provide the space for families post birth. Each room has its own ensuite, television, mini fridge and free Wi-Fi. Partners are encouraged to stay with double beds available to ensure they feel welcome and comfortable, as the family transitions into this new role. Partner’s meals, car parking and accommodation is offered at a rate of $60 per night.
Our Special Care Nursery is situated close to our birthing suites and post natal ward. Our highly trained staff are competent in caring for sick and premature babies. We understand that it is an anxious time when you are separated from your baby so the staff and pediatricians work closely together to ensure that your baby is returned to you as soon as they are well again.
We have a 24 hour paediatric roster, with a choice of highly skilled and credentialed paediatricians.
At Northpark Private we are fully equipped and prepared for the unexpected.
We understand that babies aren't delivered within standard business hours. The majority of our obstetricians and paediatricians consult on-site and are supported by afterhours anaesthetic and theatre roster as well as a 24 hour paediatric roster, all staffed by our highly skilled specialists.
We suggest that you have your bag packed by 36 weeks.
For Mum
- Pregnancy Information Record
- Health fund/Medicare cards
- Blood Group Card
- Pre Natal information from your obstetrician
- Old nightgown/t-shirt for the labour
- Nighties/dressing gown (if desired)
- Comfortable casual clothing and footwear
- Your own toiletries
- Super sanitary pads
- Maternity bras and briefs
- One box of nursing pads
- Tissues
- Enough money for incidentals
For your new baby
- 5 nightgowns or growsuits
- 5 singlets
- Nappy change lotion, bath lotion or pure soap (if desired)
- Mittens and booties (optional)
- Dummy (optional)
- Cardigans and beanies (optional)
- Cotton wool balls
- Baby wraps
- Small amount of spare nappies for discharge
- Approved child restraint on discharge. This is required by law.
For your birthing partner
- Change of clothes
- Pyjamas
- Toiletries
In making every effort to keep patients, visitors, staff and doctors safe during COVID-19, we have cancelled all antenatal classes for the time being. We hope that you understand and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.
We appreciate that having access to information about pregnancy and birthing is critical and there are fantastic antenatal courses online like Nourish Baby Online, which you can access from home.
Parents just need to go to: https://nourishbaby.com.au/products/antenatal-bundle
Add to cart and enter: NORTHPARK at checkout
This bundle is being discounted for a cost of $50 and you may be able to claim through your health fund.
Refunds, if applicable, may be obtained by phoning and asking for our Finance Department
Zoom antenatal classes continue to be run monthly. Please see information in your obstetrician’s rooms or contact our staff on the maternity ward for next date.
If you have any concerns/questions for our childbirth educators please use the following email address:
Nicole.Lebbos@healthscope.com.au and they will respond as soon as they can.
We offer post natal physiotherapy classes every Tuesday and Friday at 11:00am. Join in the class to learn how to look after your ‘pelvic floor’. Should you be not able to attend the class during your stay, you are welcome to return and join in anytime.
Photographers are at the hospital 3 times a week and will visit you to discuss your photo opportunities.
The staff from the RCH (Royal Children’s Hospital) are here twice a week to carry out the hearing screening on your baby.
If you have a vaginal delivery, you will be discharged on day five. If you have a caesarean section delivery, you will be discharged on day six. Our maternity care does not stop at time of discharge. The midwives remain only a phone call away, both day and night. At any time, if we are unable to assist with the appropriate information, we will put you into contact with the appropriate services.
Unfortunately we have had to temporarily suspend all maternity ward tours due to the Covid Pandemic and Social Distancing Guidelines.
We endeavor to have these up and running again at some stage in the near future and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience.
We provide maternity services for families without private health insurance. Please call the Maternity Ward Clerk Coordinator on 9468 0503 to discuss your options, as there are many.
Our Doctors
Dr Sahar AbdullahObstetrician & Gynaecologist
Contact details: Northpark Private Consulting Suites Corner Plenty & Greenhills Road Bundoora VIC 3083 Phone: (03) 9468 0110 Fax: (03) 9468 0120 Dr Abdullah consults, operates and delivers at Northpark Private Hospital |
Dr MidiaAliasMBCHB FRANZCOG Dr Midia Alias is a female, Australian trained, Specialist with extensive experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Dr Midia Alias is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and has trained in various institutions in Victoria and New South Wales, promoting collaborative medical and midwifery care as well as quality assurance activities, she is passionate about providing patient-focused care, with emphasis on overall wellbeing and holistic approach to prepare for pregnancy. As well as consulting in Werribee, Midia also consults in St Albans and Bundoora.
Contact details: Northpark Private Consulting Suites Corner Plenty & Greenhills Road Bundoora VIC 3083 Phone: (03) 9468 0110 Fax: (03) 9468 0120 Dr Alias consults, operates and delivers at Northpark Private Hospital |
Dr Latika CillyMBBS, DGO, MRCOG, FRANZCOG
Having worked across Asia, UK and Australia and being fluent in five languages (English, Hindi, Punjabi, Marathi and Tamil) Latika has the ability and experience in relating to women from multiple communities. Latika values the opportunity to assist such a diverse patient base. “I believe in providing patient-focused specialist care in women’s health. I have had the good fortune to experience this first hand with every conception we assisted, baby delivered and with every woman whose symptoms have been relieved under my care” Being a woman enables Latika to empathise and connect with her patients and provide them with holistic and efficient treatment. “I chose this career path because of my passion for women’s health and family, I am so grateful as it has enriched my life in so many ways." Contact details P: 0414676781 Fax:(03) 8456 6475 E: drcillyreception@outlook.com Dr Cilly Operates at Northpark and consults at various locations as listed below: Vineyard Medical Centre 2-6 Sussex Court SUNBURY 3429 Melton Specialist Clinic 190 Station Road MELTON 3337 Boardwalk Specialist Centre 54 Boardwalk Blvd POINT COOK 3030 St Vincent’s Hospital - Private Consulting Rooms 240 Hoppers Lane WERRIBEE 3030 |
Dr Alex EskanderMBBS(Hons), FRANZCOG
Contact: Plenty Road Consulting Suites Suite 10, 135 Plenty Road, Bundoora 3083 Phone : 9467 7024 Fax : 9467 8425 Email : info@born-group.com.au Consults, Operates and Delivers at Northpark Private Hospital. |
Dr Nicola FitzgeraldBMedSci, MBBS (Hons), FRANZCOG
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Dr Arzoo KhalidObstetrician and Gynaecologist
Professional Associations
Contact Details: Northside Specialist Clinic 209/12 Ormond Boulevard Bundoora VIC 3083, Australia Phone: 8456 1694 Fax: 8456 3535 Email: dr.khalid@NorthsideSpecialistClinic.com |
Dr Steven HatzikostasMBBS, FRANZCOG
Dr. Hatzikostas spends long hours at Northpark Private Hospital and believes in continuity of care by not sharing care in a group practice. He is on duty every day and at all hours. All patients have his mobile number and he is available to call on any day to answer questions and address concerns. Success in Obstetrics and Gynaecology is based on being available for all patients at all times, maintaining experience, competence and being satisfied with nothing but the best. Patients and their children are part of a growing family of friends which has been expanding over the years and he thinks that is wonderful part of his job. For further inquiry and details regarding specific care and procedures available please visit https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au or call on 03-94679444 Contact Details Suite 3, Plenty Rd Consulting Suites 135 Plenty Rd (Cnr Greenhills Rd) Northpark Private Hospital Bundoora, Melbourne, VIC 3083 Ph: (03) 8899 6525 Fax: 03 94679555 Dr Hatzikostas can always be contacted through midwifery at Northpark Private Hospital. Ph: 03 94680522 Dr Hatzikostas consults, operates and delivers at Northpark Private Hospital |
Dr Caroline HoggenmuellerMBBS, FRANZCOG Caroline is a keen believer in personalised care and tailors the management to the individual needs and wishes of her patients. Caroline also offers consultations in both English and German.
Dr Caroline Hoggenmueller ensures her services are up-to-date with consistent research and study, allowing her to be one of Melbourne’s best obstetric and gynaecological practitioner in Melbourne. Obstetrics Caroline possesses extensive experience in the management of low and high-risk pregnancies and deliveries. She takes a holistic approach to Antenatal care and provides personalised care to ensure women feel comfortable every step of the way. Gynaecology Caroline is passionate about women’s health and is a member of the Australian Menopause Society. She is highly skilled in providing specific advice in women's health at midlife and menopause, and the promotion of healthy ageing. To learn more about the services provided by one of Melbourne’s best Gynaecologist and Obstetrician. Other Languages spoken: German Contact: Plenty Road Consulting Suites Suite 10, 135 Plenty Road, Bundoora 3083 Phone : 9467 7024 Fax : 9467 8425 Email : info@born-group.com.au Website: https://drcarolineh.com/ Consults, Operates and Delivers at Northpark Private Hospital |
Dr Medhat IliasMedhat is an accredited Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who provides consultations and performs surgical procedures for both public and private patients. He has a special interest in minimal invasive surgery and can treat most of the gynaecological conditions by Laparoscopy (keyhole) or Hysteroscopic approach.His main consulting rooms are based at the Northpark Private Hospital in Bundoora and he also consults and operates at a number of hospitals throughout the northern regions Medhat’s patients are overwhelmingly positive about his services and their treatment outcomes, so much so that they have referred their friends and family members. Additionally, referring physicians continue to express confidence in his practice by consistently recommending his services to their patientsof Melbourne.
Contact Details: PH: 8456 1694 Suite 209, Level 2, 12 Ormond Boulevard, Bundoora VIC 3083 Medhat Operates and Delivers at Northpark Private Hospital |
Dr Reena JacobMBBS, MD, MRCOG, FRANZCOG
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Dr Virochana KaulDr Virochana Kaul is an experienced Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and IVF specialist who offers a holistic, compassionate, evidence based care with support and easy accessibility. Virochana had her early training at one of the premier institutes in India--PGIMER--having meritoriously attained admission to the coveted institute through sheer hard work and focus. A rigorous training and multidisciplinary exposure flamed the desire to serve, help and cure with an evidence based approach. The high volume of complicated obstetrics and gynaecology at the tertiary institute exposed her to a variety of disciplines including oncology, sub fertility, high risk obstetrics and gynaecology. Exposure to teaching and peer review publications ignited a deep seated passion to teach, review, and publish data which has continued to date. After a series of appointments as a lecturer in a teaching University, she pursued her dream of clearing MRCOG, subsequent to which she worked as a Specialist in the Middle East for 5 years, working in state-owned hospitals offering high risk obstetric services, gynaecology, and IVF with deliveries of 15000 per year. She migrated to Australia, getting her FRANZCOG shortly after, and did 3 years of Fellowship in IVF. "The current patient is smart and net savvy, and has information support from internet etc , hence they would like guidance on options and deserve an empathetic, compassionate yet informative guidance with availability and easy accessibility.” |
Dr Dominika Mohoric StareMIPH, FRANZCOG Obstetrician & Gynaecologist |
Dr Gene-Lyn NgianMBBS BMedSci FRANZCOG MRMed(Exc) Obstetrician & Gynaecologist |
Dr PriyaRajagopalMBBS, FRANZCOG Dr Priya Rajagopal is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who provides obstetric and general gynaecology services and has a special interest in high risk pregnancies.
General Gynaecology
Priya consults privately at Northpark Private Hospital. She also has a public appointment at Northern Hospital, Epping. She is actively involved in teaching registrars and is an accredited supervisor for DRANZCOG candidates. Other than English, Priya also speaks Hindi and Tamil. Contact details: Northpark Private Consulting Suites, Level 1,Cnr of Plenty Road & Greenhills Road, Bundoora,Vic-3083 Phone: 0416151600 FAX: 03 94925956 Email: info@drpriyarajagopal.com.au |
Dr Lauren SaundersBSc, MBBS, FRANZCOG, MRMed(Exc)
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Dr Rebecca ShieldsMBBS, FRANZCOG
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Dr Mei Lin TanMBBS(Hons), FRANZCOG, MRMed, BMedSc
Contact: Plenty Road Consulting Suites Suite 10, 135 Plenty Road, Bundoora 3083 Phone : 9467 7024 Fax : 9467 8425 Email : info@born-group.com.au Consults, Operates and Delivers at Northpark Private Hospital. |
Dr Lloyd TangMBBS FRANZCOG
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Dr Kim ThompsonMBBS, FRANZCOG
Contact details: Northpark Private Hospital Consulting Suites – Suite 11 Cnr Greenhills and Plenty Rds Bundoora 3083 Office Phone: 03 9468 0396 Fax: 03 9005 5113 After Hours: 03 9387 1000 Email: admin@northernogs.com.au Kim Consults, operates and delivers at Northpark Private Hospital |
Dr Tilak WeerasiriMBBS (Melb) FRANZCOG FRCOG
His private consulting rooms are located at 11 Oxley Avenue in Bundoora, behind Northpark hospital. Tilak provides expert care for women during pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period.
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Dr Serag YoussifMB BCh Hons, MRCOG, FRANZCOG, Master of Reproductive Medicine Obstetrician Gynaecologist |