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About Us

Welcome to Melbourne Obstetric and Gynaecology Specialists.

We are an all-female group of obstetricians, midwives and gynaecologists. We have a special interest and years of experience in assisting patients with normal and more complicated pregnancies and menstrual / gynaecological disorders.

Our team

Dr Claire Francis, Dr Mikhaila Lazanyi and A/Prof Fiona Brownfoot welcome you to MOGS! We are a group of highly skilled female obstetricians, gynaecologists and midwives, and we love what we do!

Whether this is your first pregnancy or you have been pregnant before and whether things are normal or more complicated, we will help you navigate this exciting and sometimes challenging time. We are here to be on the journey with you and here to answer all your questions – even the ones you didn’t know you had.

We also have deep experience of assisting women facing gynaecological problems, pain and other concerns.

We are committed to bringing patients the most modern and up to date treatments and care options in both obstetrics and gynaecology. We do this by maintaining our knowledge of the latest medical and scientific research, treatments and investigations as well as investing time in academia and training.

The result – you receive the care you deserve.

Your first pregnancy

Congratulations! Your first pregnancy can be both exciting and overwhelming. Fiona, Claire and Mikhaila will guide you through this journey, along with our midwife Prue.

You’re an older mum

Being an older mum is very common but can be associated with additional risk. We have an interest (and lots of experience) in this area and offer pregnancy management approach that will reassure you

You have had IVF

Pregnancy after IVF (or similar) is an area of interest and expertise at MOGS. We will support you and individualise your care for this precious pregnancy – no matter what your circumstances.

It’s been complicated

We have a special interest in miscarriage, stillbirth, pre-term birth and growth restriction. We understand the anxiety that is associated with these events, conditions and risks.

Dr Fiona Brownfoot is internationally known for her work in preeclampsia and monitoring high risk pregnancies. We will navigate the extra care required with you.

Dr Mikhaila Lazanyi has a special interest in preventing preterm birth and caring for those after miscarriage.

You have a medical condition

We have expertise in and extra training in helping support women with gestational diabetes, thyroid disease, uterine abnormalities, gastrointestinal disease (including inflammatory bowel disease), autoimmune disease (arthritis), renal disease, hypertension, asthma, epilepsy and those with anxiety and depression.

You have a gynaecology problem

We manage a wide range of gynaecology problems. Dr Claire Francis has a special interest in gynaecology and is an advanced laparoscopic (i.e key hole) surgeon. Dr Mikhaila Lazanyi has a special interest in paediatric and adolescent gynaecology and is an advanced laparoscopic (i.e key hole) surgeon.

A/Prof Fiona Brownfoot

I am a specialist obstetrician practicing privately at the Epworth Freemasons and St Vincent’s Hospitals in central Melbourne and I am also an Associate Professor of Obstetrics at the University of Melbourne. I am passionate about what I do and working with women just like you every day.

Guiding women through the joys and challenges of pregnancy, birth and into the postnatal period is really rewarding. Getting to know my patients and listening to their wishes is extremely important to me, allowing me to individualise their care.

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Dr Claire Francis

I am an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist located at Epworth Freemasons, and St Vincent’s Hospitals in East Melbourne.

I am passionate about providing personalised care for women during pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. I am also an experienced gynaecologist with a special interest in laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and the management and treatment of pelvic pain and menstrual disorders.

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Dr Mikhaila Lazanyi

I am a specialist obstetrician practicing privately at the Epworth Freemasons and St Vincent’s Hospitals in central Melbourne. I am passionate about providing personalised, evidence-based, individualised and empowering care.

Originally from Ballarat, I undertook medical training at Monash University, and specialist training in obstetrics and gynaecology at the Royal Women’s Hospital. I have undertaken additional training in high-risk pregnancy, ultrasound, laparoscopic surgery, and paediatric and adolescent gynaecology.

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Midwife Prue

With over 20 years’ experience in midwifery and as a mother of two young boys, I have an enormous amount of experience and knowledge that I am excited to share with you.

It is important to understand that every pregnancy is unique ….

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Our Practice manager Clare
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Clare has been working in the healthcare industry for the last 12 years and previously as a corporate PA.

Clare thrives on making sure your experience with our practice is not only easy but a place where you feel welcomed and nurtured.

Our hospital the Epworth

Located in the heart of East Melbourne, the Epworth Freemasons offers specialist obstetric care in state-of-the-art luxury facilities. This is one reason why the combination of MOGS as your private obstetricians at the Epworth is a great choice for your care.

Here is the link to The Epworth website with useful information about the hospital and its care of you and your baby.

Team work and cover

We’re here for you! You will mostly see Fiona, Mikhaila or Claire for your pregnancy appointments and they will most likely deliver your baby. You will also meet Prue, our fabulous midwife, during your visits and she will support you in pregnancy and after you have your baby. Together we form a great team. Here to guide you through your pregnancy journey.

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Appointments

Our experienced obstetricians Dr Mikhaila Lazanyi, A/Prof Fiona Brownfoot and Dr Claire Francis will see you for the majority of appointments and will most likely deliver your baby. You will also have appointments with our midwife to ensure you receive holistic care.

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Going into Labour

Our obstetricians are on call for you 24 hours a day if you have an emergency or go into labour.

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Cover

If A/Prof Fiona Brownfoot, Dr Mikhaila Lazanyi or Dr Claire Francis is away or something happens on a weekend, cover will be shared with the excellent and highly regarded Dr Meredith Tassone, Dr Suzana Kotevska, Dr Amber Moore, Dr Karen Paice.

We’re here for you

Pregnancy is such a special time for you and your family. We feel honoured to guide you through the joys and excitement of pregnancy but also support you though uncertainties, anxieties and challenges of pregnancy and birth and see you become a new kind of family. We look forward to meeting you and sharing in these precious moments with you.