Our Team
Dr Premala Paramanathan
Dr Paramanathan completed her undergraduate medical degree with honours at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. She then pursued specialist training in obstetrics and gynaecology in Dublin across several large tertiary maternity units. Following this she undertook a one year fellowship training in gynaecological oncology at Mercy Hospital for Women in Melbourne in 2011. She has worked as an obstetrician and gynaecologist across several countries including Ireland, New Zealand and Australia.
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As an experienced obstetrician and gynaecologist, she offers treatment and support for the following:
endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain
menstrual disorders including heavy periods
uterine polyps
ovarian cysts
abnormal cervical screening tests
vulval disorders
polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
fibroids
urinary incontinence
prolapse
pelvic infections
menopause
postmenopausal vaginal bleeding.
Dr Paramanathan has a special interest in laparoscopic surgery and performs laparoscopic hysterectomy, ovarian cystectomy and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. She also performs colposcopy examinations for women with abnormal cervical screening tests and performs LLETZ treatment for women with high grade cervical abnormalities in the outpatient setting. In addition, she also performs vaginoscopy and vulvoscopy.
In addition to the qualifications listed below, Dr Paramanathan is a Fellow of the The Royal Australasian College of Medical Administrators (RACMA).
Dr Paramanathan is the Head of Department in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals and focuses on the delivery of high quality, safe care that empowers women.
Dr Malathy Arun
Dr Arun completed her specialist training in the UK in 2017 and practiced as a consultant for a year before relocating to Australia. Since then, she has been consulting in the south metropolitan area and joined St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals in April 2023.
While working in the UK, Dr Arun completed Advanced Training Skills modules in Gynaecology and Advanced Labour Ward practice.
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She is a certified colposcopist with the British Society of Colposcopy and Cervical pathology and has a post graduate diploma from the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive health, Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, UK. She is a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, since 2020.
Dr Arun has a special interest in advanced laparoscopic surgery, laparoscopic hysterectomy, ovarian cystectomy, oophorectomy and early stage endometriosis. She is proficient in colposcopy, vulvovaginoscopy and treatment of benign and precancerous changes, genital tract cancer diagnosis, management of benign gynaecological conditions including menstrual disorders, ovarian cysts, fibroids, polycystic ovarian syndrome, menopause, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence and its medical management.
Dr Arun has a passion for teaching and research and has presented in national and international conferences. She aims to deliver high quality, women centered care based on current evidence based medicine.
Dr Sherif Tawfeek
Dr. Sherif Tawfeek is a specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with over 25 years of experience. Dr. Sherif is recognized for his expertise as an advanced endoscopic surgeon, adept at managing a wide range of complex gynaecological conditions.
Dr. Sherif’s professional journey began in the United Kingdom, where he completed his postgraduate training and conducted medical research. He is a Fellow of several prestigious institutions, including the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (UK), the American College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and the International College of Surgeons (USA).
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Dr. Sherif’s extensive training spans renowned units in the UK, Europe, and Australia, with advanced skills in endoscopic and robotic surgery. He holds a Diploma in Gynaecological Operative Endoscopic Surgery from France and a Master’s degree in Infertility and Reproductive Medicine from the UK.
Dr Sherif is specialising in advanced gynaecological laparoscopic and robotic surgery, Dr. Sherif excels in treating conditions such as pelvic pain, severe endometriosis, infertility, fibroids, and ovarian pathology. His expertise includes complex reconstructive procedures, subfertility-related surgeries, tubal and ovarian surgeries, laparoscopic hysterectomy (total and subtotal), and endometrial ablation.
Dr. Sherif is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care in a welcoming environment. His approach prioritises gender equality and the overall well-being of women across all age groups. Dr Sherif brings exceptional skills to his practice, ensuring reliable and effective care to his patients.
His contributions to women’s health and surgical innovation continue to make a meaningful impact, and trusted care throughout his skilled healthcare professional.
Dr Damayanthi Rathnayaka
Dr Rathnayaka graduated from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka in 1997. After completing her fellowship in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the Colombo University in Sri Lanka, she moved to Queensland, Australia to complete her training and obtained a fellowship with The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in 2013.
After working in Victoria, she moved to Perth where she worked at Swan District Hospital. Then she joined St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals as a senior Obstetrician and Gynaecologist.
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Dr Rathnayaka offers many services including but not limited to: Diagnosis & management of abnormal uterine bleeding, cervical and vulval pathologies needing colposcopy, pelvic pain, ovarian pathology, post-menopausal issues, utero vaginal prolapse and early pregnancy issues.
Dr Rathnayaka has special interest in advanced laparoscopic surgeries including laparoscopic hysterectomy, ovarian cystectomy, oophorectomy and treatment of mild to moderate endometriosis.
She has presented at many international scientific meetings and has a keen passion for teaching.
Dr Rathnayaka is dedicated to her work and places emphasis on providing top quality care for women.
Dr Ihab Khalil
Dr Khalil is a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist at St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals. He completed his specialist training in obstetrics and gynaecology in Qatar, at the country’s largest tertiary teaching hospital. He and his family then moved to Perth where he completed his fellowship in training at Fiona Stanley Hospital.
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In 2021 he started working at both St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals and Osborne Park Hospital as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Consultant.
He has special interest in advanced laparoscopic surgery and as such Dr Khalil performs laparoscopic hysterectomy, ovarian cystectomy and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis. Dr Khalil can provide diagnoses and management of endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, ovarian cysts, polycystic ovarian syndrome fibroids, urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic infections. He can, where possible, perform colposcopy, vaginoscopy and vulvoscopy, LLETZ treatment for women with high grade cervical abnormalities in the Foundry Road suites.
As an experienced obstetrician and gynaecologist, Dr Khalil diagnoses and provides surgical assistance for the management of menstrual disorders. This can include performing hysteroscopy, hysteroscopic resection of uterine polyps / fibroids and endometrial ablation, vaginal prolapse (surgical / non-surgical) and post-menopausal issues.
Dr Khalil works as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Consultant at St John of God Midland Public and Private Hospitals; he is the Director of Clinical Training for the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department and is heavily involved in teaching medical students at Curtin University and the University of Notre Dame.
Dr Bandula Brahmana Mudiyanselage
Dr Bandula is a specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, graduated from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka in 2009. He completed specialist training in Sri Lanka and moved to Perth in 2020.
After moving to Australia, he completed his fellowship in training (FRANZCOG) and started to work as a Consultant at St John of God public and Private Hospitals, Midland since 2024.
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Dr Bandula has a special interest in managing problems related to pelvic organ prolapse.
He offers many services including management of abnormal cervical conditions (colposcopy, LLETZ), Menstrual disorders (This can be Hysteroscopy guided procedures, Endometrial ablation and Hysterectomy), Endometriosis and pelvic pain, ovarian cysts, post-menopausal problems and early pregnancy issues.