Dedicated Urogynaecologist, Pelvic Reconstructive Surgeon and Gynaecologist
Dr Fay Chao is a highly trained specialist with expert knowledge and experience in numerous procedures with respect to Urogynaecology and Gynaecology.
When you visit our gynaecological clinic in the south eastern suburbs of Melbourne, we can provide you with all the information you require in a supportive atmosphere. As a urogynaecologist and gynaecologist, Dr Fay Chao is dedicated to providing quality care in her area of specialty.
For the finest treatment, a friendly face, and clear communication.
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About Dr Fay Chao
Dr Fay Chao graduated from Monash University with MBBS (Hons) in 1999, and completed her specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology fellowship training in Melbourne in 2009. She then embarked on a full 3-year accredited subspecialty training in urogynaecology and was granted the Certificate of Urogynaecology in 2012.
Aside from English, Dr Fay Chao also speaks the following languages:
Cantonese
Hokkien
Mandarin
Bahasa Malaysia
Services
As a Urogynaecologist and Pelvic Floor Reconstructive Surgeon,
Dr Fay Chao is dedicated to providing quality care in her area
of specialty.
During her subspecialty training in Melbourne, Dr Fay Chao gained invaluable experience in the management of pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. She is adept at pelvic reconstructive surgery, both via the vaginal, laparoscopic, robotic and open approach, and with or without the use of mesh. She is also trained in performing and interpreting urodynamics and performing multiple types of sling procedures for the management of urinary incontinence.
Dr Fay Chao provides the following urogynaecological and gynacological servcies:
Management of pelvic organ prolapse
Management of urinary incontinence
Performing and interpreting urodynamics
General office and operative gynaecology
Robotic Surgery
Management of pelvic organ prolapse
What is pelvic organ prolapse?
This condition refers to the bulging or herniation of one or more pelvic organs into or out of the vagina. The pelvic organs consist of the uterus, vagina, bowel and bladder. Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the muscles, ligaments and fascia (a network of supporting tissue) that hold these organs in their correct positions become weakened.
Symptoms include:
- a heavy dragging feeling in the vagina or lower back feeling of a lump in the vagina or outside the vagina
- urinary symptoms such as slow urinary stream, a feeling of incomplete bladder emptying, urinary frequency or urgent desire to pass urine, and urinary stress incontinence
- bowel symptoms, such as difficulty moving the bowel or a feeling of not emptying properly, or needing to press on the vaginal wall to empty the bowel
- discomfort during sexual intercourse
Management of urinary incontinence
What is Stress Urinary Incontinence?
Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is the involuntary leakage of urine during activities such as coughing, sneezing, lifting, laughing or exercising. SUI affects at least 10-20% of women, many of whom do not realize that there are simple, effective treatment options available. SUI affects the quality of women’s lives in many ways. Incontinence may limit women’s social and personal relationships, as well as limiting physical activity.
Causes of Stress Urinary Incontinence:
- Pregnancy and vaginal birth.
- Obesity, chronic cough, chronic heavy lifting and constipation. These can cause an increase in abdominal pressure and aggravate stress incontinence.
- Genetically inherited factors.
Overactive Bladder
“Overactive Bladder” is a very common problem that often causes distressing and inconvenient symptoms. It can cause you to rush to the toilet many times during the day and night, and can sometimes also cause you to leak some urine before you reach the toilet. This information leaflet aims to explain what an overactive bladder is and what causes it, as well as explaining what can be done to help.
Performing & interpreting urodynamics
What are Urodynamics?
Urodynamics is the name given to a number of tests designed to show how your bladder functions. The main test is called cystometry, which measures your bladder’s ability to store and pass urine.
Your symptoms may include:
- Loss of urine while coughing, sneezing, laughing or exercising
- Sudden and/or frequent urge to pass urine
- Getting up at night frequently to pass urine
- Difficulty in emptying your bladder
Robotic Surgery
Robotic Surgery
With the da Vinci Surgical System, surgeons operate through just a few small incisions. The da Vinci System features a magnified 3D high-definition vision system and tiny wristed instruments that bend and rotate far greater than the human wrist. As a result, da Vinci enables your surgeon to operate with enhanced vision, precision, dexterity and control.
Minimally invasive da Vinci uses the latest in surgical and robotics technologies. da Vinci is beneficial for performing routine and complex surgery. Your surgeon is 100% in control of the da Vinci System, which translates his or her hand movements into smaller, more precise movements of tiny instruments inside your body. da Vinci – taking surgery beyond the limits of the human hand.
Contact
Waverley Specialist Suites
40 Lemana Crescent
(Cnr of Blackburn Road and Lemana Crescent)
Mt Waverley VIC 3149
Tel: (03) 9802 4668
Fax: (03) 9886 4468
Consultations available at:
Waverley Specialist Suites
40 Lemana Crescent
Mt Waverley VIC 3149
17 Murray Street
Clayton Vic 3168
Knox Private
Suite B. 262 Mountain Hwy,
Wantirna VIC 3152
Mitcham Private Hospital
Consulting Suites, 27
Doncaster East Road,
Mitcham VIC 3132
Waverley Private Hospital
Consulting Suites
343-357 Blackburn Road,
Mt Waverley VIC 3149
Suite 48, Cabrini
Hospital
183 Wattletree Road
Malvern Vic 3144