Dr Kurinji Kannan
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About Us
Obstetrics, Gynaecology And Urogynaecology
- Competent Surgeon
- Experienced Obstetrician
- Female Urogynaecologist
- Gynaecology Surgeon
- Qualified Subspecialist In Urogynaecology
- General Info
Provide competent and comprehensive care with patient care as the purpose.
Dr Kurinji Kannan is an experienced obstetrician who has been delivering babies for 20+ years in some of the largest hospitals in Australia and NZ. Dr Kurinji Kannan is a competent surgeon and an accredited urogynaecologist with a credible track record in private and public since 2006 at Townsville/Mackay/Cairns. Dr Kurinji Kannan is down to earth and approachable to her patients and peers.
Trained in excellent institutions in Australia and NZ, e.g., National Women’s, Middlemore, King Edward Memorial Hospitals. Delivering babies for 20+ years in Australia and NZ. Senior obstetrician working within a reputable and oldest group in Townsville. Has appointments with Queensland Health in Townsville and Mackay. Delivers in Mater Hyde Park. Dr Kurinji Kannan works mostly in Townsville. She goes to Cairns only once in 6 weeks.Cairns Clinic: Wallamurra Towers, Level 1, 189 Abbott St, Cairns, QLD 4870.
Experienced gynecology surgeon and operating in Townsville since 2006. Trained laparoscopic surgeon and minimally invasive surgery. Excellent independent feedback from RANZCOG audited survey. Consistent positive outcomes for patients and a credible track record.
Qualified and accredited urogynaecology subspecialist. One of the few female urogynaecologists in Australia. The excellent track record on incontinence and prolapse surgeries since 2006. In clinic diagnostic services using state-of-the-art urodynamic testing devices. Trained in robotic surgery.
- Accreditations
Certified UrogynaecologistUGSA- Email Business
- Payment method
- money order, cheque, diners club, mastercard, visa, eft, cash, amex
- Established
- 2011
- Location
- Wallamurra Towers
- Service Notes
- Call practice to make any special arrangements for afterhours/weekend care.
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- Certifications
- UGSA
- Licenses
- Legal ID: MED0000971582
- Keywords
- Bleeding, BleedingFibroid, Cairns, Complications, Cystitis, Delivery, Discharge, Dysfunction, Endometriosis, Gynaecologist, Gynaecology, Gynecologist, Gynecology, Hysterectomy, Incontinece, Inflammatory disease, Intrauterine Contraceptive, Kannan, Kurinji, Labour, Laparoscopy, Mackay, Medically Indicated Labioplasty, Mesh, Minimally invasive, Mirena, Obstetrician, Obstetrics, Ovarian, Pain, Paravaginal, Pelvic, Postnatal, Pregnancy, Prolapse, Reconstructive, Repair, Scan, Surgery, Townsville, Ultrasound, Urinary, Urodynamics, Urogynaecologist, Urogynaecology, Urogynecologist, Uterine, Vagina, Vaginal
FAQs
What is the wait time to get an appointment?
All category 1 patients (where early intervention is required) will be seen by the doctor on a priority basis. The wait may involve up to 3 weeks where immediate attention may not be necessary. In other categories, the wait may be up to 1-2 months.
What services do you provide for women?
Dr Kurinji Kannan provides obstetrics, gynaecology and urogynecology related services to women. Urogynaecology services involve treating urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapses, and most conditions related to female pelvis.
Where do you deliver babies and operate?
I deliver babies at Mater Private Hospital in Hyde Park. I operate at Mater Hyde Park, Mackay Base Hospital, Townsville Hospital and Cairns Private Hospital.
Does your care related to gynaecology and urogynaecology always result in a surgery?
No, many conditions can be treated using conservative methods. Surgical options are recommended to patient where there is proven positive outcomes in Australia.
What is my recovery time after surgery?
Usually, the discharge from the hospital ranges from 1-3 days. In some cases, it may be longer due to the nature, complexity and circumstances specific to a patient.
What is your fee structure?
We follow the fees schedule recommended by AMA. Please call the clinic to ascertain a fee for a specific procedure. We can accept most payment methods and occasionally bulk bill at the discretion of the doctor.
Do you work with others for cover?
Yes, I work with a reputed and oldest group of specialists in Townsville. I also have a team of specialists, assistants and technologists who work with me since 2006 on a regular basis.
Do you have a family?
Yes, my husband, Vijay is a mining engineer. I have two children Tejal Pillai and Harshil Pillai. Harshil is training to be a doctor.
Do you provide diagnostic services?
Yes, we perform state-of-the-art urodynamics and use a variety of diagnostic devices like ultrasound etc. at our clinic and Queensland X-ray/imaging services.
Do I need a referral?
Yes. referral is required.