UROGYNAECOLOGIST
Dr Usama Shahid
MBBS (Hons), FRANZCOG, CU
Illawarra's dedicated
pelvic floor subspecialist
Pelvic organ prolapse
Urinary incontinence
Overactive bladder
Pelvic organ prolapse
Urinary incontinence
Overactive bladder
Usama is an Illawarra local, having grown up in Shellharbour. After completing his high schooling in Wollongong, Usama ventured north to QLD to complete his medical schooling, gynaecology and subspecialist Urogynaecology training at the Royal Brisbane Women's Hospital. Now along with his wife (a Paediatrician) and growing family he has returned and is proud to call Wollongong home.
Usama's comprehensive subspecialty training in minimally invasive surgery, conservative management, urodynamic services, vaginal mesh removal surgery and laparoscopic pelvic floor repairs allows him to provide tailored care to optimise outcomes for your pelvic health.
A prolapse occurs when one or more of the pelvic organs drop or descend out of their normal position due to weakness or damage to the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments.
Women often describe a 'bulge' like sensation, which could be the vagina (including bowel or bladder) or the uterus itself. These can also occur following a previous surgery, known as recurrent prolapse.
There are a vast array of treatment options available including both non surgical and surgical approaches. Usama's approach to management is based on your symptoms, concerns and preferences with a focus on minimally invasive surgery led care.
These options are detailed here.
A prolapse occurs when one or more of the pelvic organs drop or descend out of their normal position due to weakness or damage to the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments.
Women often describe a 'bulge' like sensation, which could be the vagina (including bowel or bladder) or the uterus itself. These can also occur following a previous surgery, known as recurrent prolapse.
There are a vast array of treatment options available including both non surgical and surgical approaches. Usama's approach to management is based on your symptoms, concerns and preferences with a focus on minimally invasive surgery led care.
These options are detailed here.
A prolapse occurs when one or more of the pelvic organs drop or descend out of their normal position due to weakness or damage to the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments.
Women often describe a 'bulge' like sensation, which could be the vagina (including bowel or bladder) or the uterus itself. These can also occur following a previous surgery, known as recurrent prolapse.
There are a vast array of treatment options available including both non surgical and surgical approaches. Usama's approach to management is based on your symptoms, concerns and preferences with a focus on minimally invasive surgery led care.
These options are detailed here.
A prolapse occurs when one or more of the pelvic organs drop or descend out of their normal position due to weakness or damage to the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments.
Women often describe a 'bulge' like sensation, which could be the vagina (including bowel or bladder) or the uterus itself. These can also occur following a previous surgery, known as recurrent prolapse.
There are a vast array of treatment options available including both non surgical and surgical approaches. Usama's approach to management is based on your symptoms, concerns and preferences with a focus on minimally invasive surgery led care.
These options are detailed here.
A prolapse occurs when one or more of the pelvic organs drop or descend out of their normal position due to weakness or damage to the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments.
Women often describe a 'bulge' like sensation, which could be the vagina (including bowel or bladder) or the uterus itself. These can also occur following a previous surgery, known as recurrent prolapse.
There are a vast array of treatment options available including both non surgical and surgical approaches. Usama's approach to management is based on your symptoms, concerns and preferences with a focus on minimally invasive surgery led care.
These options are detailed here.
Patients with prolapse and incontinence can unfortunately suffer in silence for decades.
Treatment options are tailored to your needs as a unique individual.
There are two broad pathways for management:
Non-surgical treatment options for urinary incontinence may include pelvic floor rehabilitation, lifestyle changes, pessary devices and medications.
Native tissue procedures for prolapse repair like anterior/posterior colporraphies and sacrospinous fixation. This includes uterine preserving options for future pregnancies.
Complex laparoscopic procedures like sacrocolpopexy and burch colposuspension.
Treatments for urinary incontinence including both stress and urge incontinence including bladder botox, sacral nerve modulators and urethral bulking agents.
Urogynaecologists have spent extra time subspecialising in issues of the pelvic floor. Through advanced surgical training, research, examinations and a stringent curriculum they have developed a more in depth understanding of pelvic floor dysfunction.
This allows for a more robust development of personalised treatment plans for you with the backing of the most up to date and modern treatment techniques.
Being based and brought up in Wollongong enables Usama to understand the needs of Illawarra locals and he is proud to practice urogynaecology in the community he calls home.
Take the first step towards tackling your pelvic floor dysfunction and reclaiming your life. Request an appointment today.
Not necessarily. Management options involve doing watching and waiting (and observing progress), conservative (or non surgical options) and then surgical options. Dr Shahid will discuss all available options for your prolapse as an individualised experience. The decision to proceed with any management is always your choice.
A rule of thumb; is that most patients can drive following surgery when they are pain
free and able to slam the brakes on in an emergency. While this varies person to
person and depends on the specific procedure you have had, most patients can achieve
this around 1-2 weeks for laparoscopic repairs and around 3-4 weeks following
vaginal repairs. It is essential to contact your insurance company to clarify specific restrictions
Yes, referrals are required in order for you to obtain Medicare rebates. Please see your GP and mention you want a referral to see Dr Usama Shahid or otherwise contact our rooms and we will guide you to known GP’s for referrals.
Anytime you are bothered by your symptoms and they are affecting your quality of life. All options for management will be openly discussed with you. There are treatments available.
A rule of thumb; is that most patients can drive following surgery when they are pain
free and able to slam the brakes on in an emergency. While this varies person to
person and depends on the specific procedure you have had, most patients can achieve
this around 1-2 weeks for laparoscopic repairs and around 3-4 weeks following
vaginal repairs.
associated with your individual policy.
