Dr Thomas Carins is an obstetrician, gynaecologist and pelvic floor surgeon who lives locally in the Bendigo region. He has a very compassionate approach and customises his care to the unique needs of each of his patients.

Thomas completed his internship and residency at Austin Health in Melbourne, prior to moving to the Gold Coast and Brisbane to undertake obstetrics and gynaecology training. He returned to Victoria and completed his advanced training in gynaecology in Bendigo in the obstetrics and gynaecology and urology departments. He has completed advanced training in laparoscopy, colposcopy, and female pelvic floor surgery. He has completed a Fellowship in Female Pelvic Floor and Reconstructive Surgery to become an advanced female pelvic reconstructive surgeon. He has also completed clinical observerships in female pelvic reconstructive surgery in New York, California and Auckland. He has a keen interest in vaginal and minimally invasive surgery to aid with recovery.

Thomas operates privately at St John of God Bendigo, and has public appointments at Bendigo Health, Castlemaine Health and Echuca Regional Health. He also regularly attends aid trips to Africa, to help surgically repair patients with birth trauma, prolapse and fistula.

Dr Thomas Carins accepts a wide range of referrals, including:

• Prolapse and urinary incontinence
• Pelvic pain and endometriosis
• Ovarian cysts, fibroids and endometrial polyps
• Menstrual disorders
• Symptoms of menopause
• Abnormal pap smears and vulvoscopy

In addition to the qualifications below, Thomas also holds a BSci/BBiomedSci.