Dr Praveen De Silva

MB ChB 2010 Otago; FRANZCOG 2020

Praveen is a New Zealand born and trained Gynaecologist, with sub-specialist training in Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery (keyhole surgery). He completed his Advanced Gynaecology and Endoscopic Surgery (AGES) fellowship through Sydney Women’s Endosurgery Centre. He is accredited for performing all levels of endometriosis and laparoscopic gynaecology surgery. 

His practice has a particular focus on advanced endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and hysterectomy. Praveen is currently one of the lead minimally invasive surgeons at Waitemata DHB.

Office procedures

• Endometrial aspirate/ biopsy
• Pelvic ultrasound
• Insertion of Mirena Intrauterine Device
• Colposcopic assessment
• Vaginal pessary

General Gynaecology

Management and treatment of benign gynaecological conditions

• Abnormal Uterine bleding
• Pelvic pain/ endometriosis
• Fibroids
• Ovarian cysts
• Prolapse and incontinence
• Miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy
• Contraception

Advanced Services

• High stage Endometriosis, diagnosed on previous laparoscopy or ultrasound
• Bowel endometriosis
• Large fibroid/ uterus surgery
• Interest in Robotic surgery

Gynaecologist, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Advanced Laparoscopist

29 November 2011

Obstetrics & Gynaecology