Gold Coast Private’s pain medicine service provides comprehensive, compassionate care, giving hope and relief to people enduring this debilitating condition, without solely relying on opioids. We spoke to Pain Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist, Dr Charles Chou, to find out what else is available to patients experiencing chronic pain.

A game-changing piece of technology is improving women’s birthing experiences by providing both freedom of movement and continuous foetal and maternal monitoring during labour.

Empowerment, joy and self-belief are just some of the emotional benefits witnessed by midwives who’ve been part of a Maternal Assisted Caesarean Section - a choice offered at Gold Coast Private that gives mothers a unique opportunity to actively participate in the birth of their babies during surgical delivery.

In our quest to explore the intricacies of shoulder instability among surfers, we sat down with Dr Andrew McBride, an orthopaedic upper limb surgeon who not only treats a multitude of surfing athletes but also shares their passion as a surfer himself. With his unique perspective and expertise, Dr McBride sheds light on the common challenges faced by surfers and offers valuable insights into preventing, managing, and treating shoulder instability in this dynamic sport.

A birth plan is a very personal thing - for some people it's essential; for others, not so much. We spoke to Gold Coast Private Maternity Nurse Unit Manager Judy Ross who recommends creating 'birth preferences'. Read more.

Respiratory illnesses is one for the most common presentations to an Emergency Department. It's essential to understand the causes, symptoms, and appropriate courses of action. Dr Anthony Padowitz, Director of the Gold Coast Private Emergency Care Centre, offers valuable insights into managing these conditions with a focus on informed decision-making and proactive healthcare.

Every woman’s journey through pregnancy and childbirth is a unique and deeply personal experience. Our role is to give women choice in how they birth, while providing quality clinical care. Among the birthing options available at Gold Coast Private Maternity is the serene and empowering practice of water births.

Leading Gold Coast Private Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Erlich Sem discusses the Robotic Surgical options for patients with Gynaecological conditions, and their benefits.

A fact sheet by A/Prof Donald Angstetra discussing symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis.

A/Prof Donald Angstetra discusses his journey developing treatments for endometriosis.