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Emma Macfarlane co-ordinates OBGY 715 Medical Gynaecology I.  Emma Macfarlane image

Emma is based in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dunedin.


Module 1: Vulval Disorders

Celia Devenish teaches this module.Devenish Celia image

Celia is based in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dunedin.

Topics covered include:

  • Diagnosis and management of common vulval conditions
  • Causes of vaginal discharge


Module 2: Sexual Health and Screening

Karyn Johnson teaches this module.  Karyn Johnson image

Karyn is based in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Christchurch.

Topics covered include:

  • Encouraging an attitude of preventative and population-based health by emphasising recognition of social issues, knowledge of screening programmes, and providing an overview of diagnosis and management of Sexually Transmitted Infections


Module 3: Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Photo of Fali LangdanaFali Langdana teaches this module.

Fali is based in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Wellington.

Topics covered include:

  • Diagnosis and management of common menstrual disorders, including abnormal uterine bleeding and polycystic ovarian syndrome


Module 4: Pelvic Pain

Karen Joseph teaches this module.

Karen is based in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Christchurch.

Topics covered include:

  • Presentation, assessment and management of painful conditions in gynaecology, including premenstrual syndrome, endometriosis and dysmenorrhea


Modules 5: Adolescence and Gender

Helen Paterson imageHelen Paterson teaches this module.

Helen is based in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dunedin.

Topics covered include:

  • An overview of pubertal development and common clinical problems
  • Practitioner responsibilities in the provision of contraception for adolescents
  • Emphasises inclusive attitudes towards, and treatment of, people with diverse genders, sex, and sexual orientation


Module 6: Menopause

Emma Macfarlane teaches this module.  Emma Macfarlane image

Emma is based in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dunedin.

Topics covered include:

  • Diagnosis including menopausal transition, premature ovarian insufficiency, early menopause
  • Management including risks and benefits of hormonal and non-hormonal treatment in the short and long term

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