Dr Praveen De Silva

Praveen is the Clinical Lead for Endometriosis & Minimally Invasive Gynaecology at Waitemata Te Whatu Ora. His sub-specialist surgical training in Sydney has given him a particular focus on advanced endometriosis, uterine fibroids & laparoscopic hysterectomy.

Hospitals Practicing At: MercyAscot, Southern Cross North Harbour & Southern Cross Gillies Ave

Current Positions
Consulting: Auckland Gynaecology Group & Kensington-Whangarei

Description of Specialisation
Gynaecology: Management & treatment in benign gynaecology conditions. These include:
Abnormal uterine bleeding
Pelvic pain/endometriosis
Fibroids
Ovarian cysts
Prolapse & incontinence
Miscarriage & ectopic pregnancy
Abnormal cervical screening tests (pap smears/colposcopy)
Contraception
Advanced Services: Praveen welcomes referrals and consultations in advanced endoscopic surgery:
High stage endometriosis diagnosed on previous laparoscopy or ultrasound
Bowel endometriosis
Large fibroid/ uterus surgery (above belly button)
Interest in robotic surgery

Qualifications/Memberships
MBChB, BMedSci(Hons), DipOMG, FRANZCOG, AGES Surgical Fellowship

Specialist Training
Praveen was born & raised in Wellington. He completed his Bachelor of Medicine & Sciences through the University of Otago, Wellington campus. His passion towards womens health originated after spending his medical elective at the Mother Teresa Hospital in Kolkata India where he assisted in the safe delivery of many mothers with minimal access to healthcare