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Dr Steven Hatzikostas Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Locality: Bundoora, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9467 9444

Address: 135 Plenty Road 3083 Bundoora, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Pregnancy FAQs Can I Dye my Hair? There are no known pregnancy-related issues with colouring your hair during pregnancy. ... Is Going to the Dentist Safe? Yes, in fact, it’s important to maintain oral hygiene during your pregnancy. If it’s been a while since your last dental check-up its best to schedule one in. Just let your dentist know you are pregnant. For a dental emergency be assured its ok to go to the dentist at any stage of you pregnancy. Get a spray tan? Like hair colouring, there are no known harmful effects of getting a spray tan or applying fake tan when pregnant. What are high-risk foods to avoid when pregnant? This is a common question and we have the full list here https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//safe-eating-in-pr/

24.01.2022 Dr Hatzikostas delivers at Northpark Private Hospital. The labour ward has large birthing suites with their own ensuites. The private postnatal rooms on the maternity ward are large, modern and also have their own ensuite. Comfort for women recovering from birth is paramount and the midwife team provide excellent postnatal care. Dr Hatzikostas will visit for postnatal care as well. Take a virtual tour of the maternity ward.

24.01.2022 Some pregnancies must be delivered by caesarean section and are planned in advance. Sometimes they are emergency procedures. They are almost all lower segment operations. These involve a horizontal incision above the bikini line and a horizontal incision in the uterus. Most operations are completely straightforward. Some cases are potentially more complex due to; Obstructed labour. High-grade placenta praevia. Morbidly adherent placenta (placenta accreta).... Fibroid uterus. All operations have risks and these need to be discussed in advance. The risks are different in individual patients and we need to discuss these thoroughly either antenatally or in the labour ward. Dr Steven cares greatly about making sure his patients have all the information and understand it. The most important thing is the health and safety of the mother and baby. A good delivery is one where both mother and baby are well. For information on our fee’s and current Covid-19 fee reduction of 45% to the Planning and Management of Pregnancy out of pocket costs, click here for a table of our obstetrics costs. https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//obstetrician-melb/

23.01.2022 #Obstetrician Melbourne Fees Dr Steve currently has a discount of 45% on the ‘out of pocket fee’ for the planning and management fee (#16590). This was in response to the extraordinary circumstances our community faced from the Covid-19 pandemic. The fee discount was originally meant to end in September but was extended as Melbourne went through the long lockdown. It is ending now at the end of this month - December 31st 2020. The Planning and Management of Pregnancy Fee (16...590) is usually $3000 out of pocket fee but with the current discount, it is $1650. This offer is for all new pregnancies booked after 1st April 2020 until 31 December 2020. (Click here for our pricing page for more information) https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//obstetrician-mel/

22.01.2022 With more than 30 years of caring for pregnant women, Dr Steven offers excellent care for high-risk pregnancies and Northpark private hospital offers excellent midwifery care. A complicated pregnancy can be otherwise defined as an at-risk pregnancy. A pregnancy where the mother or baby’s health is at an increased risk when compared to a normal pregnancy. With more than 30 years of caring for pregnant women, Dr Steven offers excellent care for high-risk pregnancies. ... For more information read our article on high-risk pregnancies https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au/what-is-a-complicat/

19.01.2022 A good delivery is one where both mother and baby are well. The safety of both mother and baby are the ultimate denominator. Watch the video for information on VBAC deliveries.

18.01.2022 Dr Steve treats infertility issues in women offering high-quality systematic investigation and targeted swift treatment to achieve success. We start off with a comprehensive history to gain an indication of why fertility problems may exist. Menstrual problems. Pelvic infections (STD/PID). Polycystic ovarian syndrome etc... Failure of ovulation Male factor (semen abnormalities) Tubal disease (blocked fallopian tubes) Failure of ovulation causes is also identified for a positive response to ovulation induction with Clomid (70%). Unexplained Infertility - When no problem can be identified with any of these tests, couples would be referred for assisted fertility care. This usually involves initially in utero insemination (IUI). If this fails they would progress to IVF or sperm injection treatment (ICSI). It is wonderful that the majority of women will respond to basic gynecologic infertility care. If complex fertility care is required Dr Steve would seek the assistance of specialists from both Melbourne and Monash IVF centres. For more information on fertility treatment options with Dr Steve https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//conditi/fertility/

18.01.2022 Twin Pregnancy Having twins can be exciting and daunting at the same time. A twin pregnancy requires closer supervision as they can present more issues than a singleton pregnancy. Twins are usually non-identical - approx 1-2% of pregnancies and identical even more rare - approx 0.1%. Non Identical twins (Dizygotic)... Dizygotic twins result from the fertilization of two separate eggs by two separate sperm. The babies are different genetically and are both independent with their own separate placentas (Diamniotic Dichorionic). Identical twins (Monozygotic) Monozygotic twins occur when one fertilized egg splits into two separate zygotes. Each one is genetically the same. In normal twin gestations, it is common to have a normal vaginal delivery. If the pregnancy is complicated then it may be likely that the delivery will be by caesarean section depending on the nature of the risk. Some risks include intrauterine growth restriction, premature labour and malpresentation. Dr Steven is experienced ith high risk and multiple pregnancy, he will monitor the pregnancy closely and keep you informed at every step. For more information on multiple pregnancy https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//multiple-pregnanc/

17.01.2022 For full information, please visit https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//obstetrician-melb/

16.01.2022 Are you thinking of having a baby or have children and thinking of trying for another baby? Dr Hatzikostas encourages booking in a pre-pregnancy check-up so he can conduct a comprehensive pre-pregnancy check-up. The check-up includes past medical history, gynaecological history, genetic tests relevant to pregnancy and a general examination plus ultrasound if required. Testing for vitamin deficiencies, anaemia, diabetes, thyroid function and assessment of your immunity status... to infectious diseases which are important to avoid during pregnancy. An update of your vaccinations and a pap smear (CST) may also be done. A pre-pregnancy check-up identifies any risk that may need to be treated before or during pregnancy. You will also get the opportunity to get to know Dr Steven during the pre-pregnancy check-up. Choosing a private obstetrician is an important decision as they take care of you during one of your most important life events. During the visit to our practice, our practice managers can discuss the often confusing private health insurance benefits, and explain costs and Northpark Private bookings. https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au/contact/

13.01.2022 Dr Steven Hatzikostas is an experienced Obstetrician with over 30 years experience located at Northpark Private Hospital, Bundoora. He offers obstetrics care and general gynaecology services for women. With more than 30 years of caring for pregnant women, Dr Steven offers excellent care for high-risk pregnancies and Northpark private hospital offers excellent midwifery care. During your initial visit and booking with us, we will discuss your medical history and any high-risk factors. Risks are often determined with pre-pregnancy counselling when the mothers past medical and obstetric history can be assessed. See more information complex pregnancy care with Dr Steven https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//complex-pregnancy/

13.01.2022 On behalf of Dr Steve and our practice staff, we would like to wish all of our current and former patients plus their families a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We wish all of our 2020 babies health and happiness, and we look forward to meeting all of the babies making their grand entrance this Christmas and New Year holidays! Just a reminder if you are looking for an OB to book in now, our current 45% discount on the ‘out of pocket fee’ for the planning and management fe...e (#16590) ends on December 31st 2020. This was in response to the extraordinary circumstances our community faced from the Covid-19 pandemic. The fee discount was originally meant to end in September but was extended as Melbourne went through the long lockdown. It is ending now at the end of this month - December 31st 2020. This offer is for all new pregnancies booked after 1st April 2020 until 31 December 2020. https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au/contact/

12.01.2022 Dr Steven offers VBAC delivery and works with mothers for the best possible birth outcome. Successful vaginal delivery after a c-section can depend on certain factors. Some factors taken into consideration for VBACs include previous complex obstetric history. If any risk factors present too high a VBAC delivery may not be possible. The risks and benefits will be discussed in every case. Approximately 30% of all pregnancies will end in a caesarean section. Some of these will be planned caesarean sections and some will be emergencies. The safety of the mother and baby are the most important factors of all. A successful VBAC is a wonderful outcome but the most important outcome is a safe delivery whether by VBAC or C-section. https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au/obstetrics/vbac/

10.01.2022 Obstetrician Melbourne Fees COVID-19 Obstetric Fee Structure Planning and Management of Pregnancy Fee (16590) - usually $3000 out of pocket fee but at the moment we have applied a 45% discount so the out of pocket fee is currently $1650. ... This offer is for all new pregnancies booked after 1st April 2020 - due to the continuing pandemic, we have elected to extend our offer until 31 December 2020. (Extended from the end of September) (Click here for our pricing page for more information) https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//obstetrician-mel/

08.01.2022 The first step in achieving a healthy pregnancy is to attend for Pre Pregnancy Counselling. Women need to be given healthy living guidelines, dietary advice and guidance regarding appropriate vitamin intake. Pregnancy Counselling should not be an afterthought. Some patients have personal medical or past obstetric history that may have an impact on their next pregnancy. Women with conditions such as Hypertension, Thyroid disease, diabetes and connective tissue disease etc. s...hould have pre-pregnancy counselling. Women with a poor past obstetric history such as recurrent miscarriages, chromosome anomalies or even a family history of inherited genetic abnormalities should also have pre-pregnancy counselling. Dr Steven Hatzikostas offers a free meet and greet consultation for all pregnant patients looking for an obstetrician to discuss any issues and queries regarding pregnancy and possible pregnancy. Having a thorough discussion with your obstetrician is a worthwhile opportunity all potential parents should embark on. Give us a call on 9467 9444 during business hours regarding pregnancy and possible pregnancy.

06.01.2022 How often will you have obstetrician appointments and should your partner come to all of them? Watch Dr Steve discuss pregnancy care in this informative video. #Melbourneobstetrician

05.01.2022 Folic acid is the synthetic form of vitamin B9 and is an essential nutrient especially in the early stages of pregnancy. It plays a very important role in DNA formation and cell growth of developing babies. It is scientifically proven to help prevent birth defects. Vitamin B9 is found naturally in foods and is called folate. Dark leafy greens are excellent for natural folate. It is recommended to start taking folic acid vitamins at least one month prior to conception if possible, otherwise, start taking folic acid as soon as you have a positive pregnancy test. For more information on vitamins in pregnancy from Dr Steven visit our website. https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au//vitamins-in-pregna

04.01.2022 About Dr Steven Hatzikostas - a Melbourne resident all his life, he undertook his tertiary education at The University of Melbourne and is a graduate of the University of Melbourne Medical School. Dr Hatzikostas initially trained in Internal Medicine for four years at The Royal Melbourne Hospital before commencing specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. After completing his training in Australia he achieved membership to the Royal Australian and New Zealand College... of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (R.A.N.Z.C.O.G) in 1993. Our practice is located at Northpark Private Hospital and you can always get an answer to any questions or concerns - at any time. He is on duty at all hours for his patients, meaning he spends long hours at Northpark Private Hospital and believes in continuity of care by not sharing primary care in a group practice.

04.01.2022 Growing a baby takes a lot of work, your body uses vitamin and mineral stores for the baby and it's important to replenish these for yourself. Eating healthy and the right types of food help but taking the right supplements make sure both your body and your baby gets the very best care. Watch Dr Steven talk about pregnancy vitamins

04.01.2022 Dizziness in early pregnancy can be a common occurrence after all your body is creating an entire human being. Many reasons can cause fainting and feeling dizzy such as; - Your body is not producing enough blood to fill a fast-expanding circulatory system. - High levels of progesterone make blood vessels relax and widen which increase the blood flow to your baby but slows it down for you. Which reduces your blood pressure. - Extra body heat being generated which can make a s...tuffy, hot room feel unbearable. - If your blood sugar drops or you become dehydrated, you're more likely to experience a dizzy spell. How to help avoid dizziness throughout your pregnancy; - Avoid long periods of standing. - Don’t get up in a hurry after a long period of sitting or lying down. - Sit down as soon as you start to feel lightheaded. - Keep blood sugar levels steady by eating smaller frequent meals with protein in each meal. -Keep hydrated with plenty of water as dehydration contributes to lightheadedness. - Avoid lying flat on your back late in pregnancy. Click the link below to watch videos from Dr Steve on a variety of pregnancy concerns https://www.drstevenhatzikostas.com.au/video/

01.01.2022 Pregnancy is getting company inside one’s skin. Quote by Maggie Scarf