COGA: Christchurch Obstetrics & Gynaecology Associates

08/12/2025

23/10/2025

There's a lot of misinformation washing around social media about hormonal contraceptives and this investigative piece is well worth a listen.

It's really important to get credible, evidence-based information about contraceptive options and speak to a healthcare provider before ruling out certain options.

Today from The Detail: The contraceptive pill is under fire on social media. Why birth control is being called "poison" online - and what doctors say.

16/06/2025

👋 Excellent news for your Monday evening.

Shortages of Estradot are still ongoing so the patch limits and dispensing rules haven't changed. But for now, let's celebrate the fact that people will have access to the treatment that works best for them.

21/05/2025

We've enjoyed watching this picture from Cat Bohannon's book 'Eve' do the rounds.

When we describe to people that our organs are 'dynamic' (moving), it can be a hard thing to get your head around if you've only ever seen them in 2D, flat on a page. In fact, from morning to night they're on the move which is why it's sometimes hard to find the cervix!

21/05/2025

Lots of insight from the Australasian Society of Colposcopy & Cervical Pathology came back to the clinic via Dr Pip Shirley and midwife/nurse Frances Green last month.

The scientific meeting was packed with opportunities to learn from the latest papers on HPV vaccination, cervical screening, innovations in treatment and lots more.

Thanks to the ASCCP for hosting!

14/05/2025

We know lots of people have to take care of themselves during the period surrounding Mother's Day. Infertility is one reason, grief is another. Hearing other people's stories can really help you to remember that you're not alone which is why stories like this one matter.

On the day we celebrate mums, people who haven't realised their dreams of having children can get slammed by 'invisible grief'.

01/04/2025

So wonderful to see Prof Bev Lawton (Ngāti Porou) honoured as last week.

As the founder and director of Te Tātai Hauora o Hine (National Centre for Women’s Health Research Aotearoa), she has driven critical advancements in our field, including cervical cancer screening, maternal health, and indigenous health equity.

Over the past year, her advocacy led to New Zealand’s historic shift to HPV self-testing as the primary method for cervical screening – making Aotearoa the first high-income country to do so.

It's thanks to Prof Lawton that we can say goodbye to the speculum for HPV testing.

13/02/2025

February 14th is brought to you by the letter 'v'. V***a, va**na, vibration... you get the picture. However you choose to acknowledge Valentine's Day, enjoy!

10/02/2025

Ouch. 😞

10/02/2025

Patient education is an absolute priority for COGA's specialists. To help you feel supported and safe while making decisions about gynaecological health, we provide as much information as you need. Our Knowledge Hub is one place you can find short articles about endometriosis, fertility, pelvic pain, menopause and more.

https://coga.org.nz/knowledge-hub/