Family Planning Services in Adelaide
Family Planning Services in Adelaide
Family planning decisions are deeply personal and can be complex. At Arkaba Medical Centre in Parkside, we provide compassionate care that respects your unique circumstances and goals. Our comprehensive clinical services ensure you have access to a full range of family planning support, from contraceptive counselling to preconception care, delivered with understanding and expertise.
Our team of experienced healthcare professionals and allied health specialists works together to create a supportive environment where you can openly discuss your family planning needs. We believe every individual and couple deserves access to high-quality reproductive healthcare, and we are here to guide you through your options with sensitivity.
Services include:
Personalised contraceptive counselling and management
Comprehensive preconception health assessments
Fertility evaluation and treatment coordination
Ongoing reproductive health monitoring and support
Choosing Arkaba Medical Centre for family planning means partnering with a team that values your autonomy and respects your decisions. We focus on creating appointments that are safe, comfortable, and judgment-free, taking the time to listen, answer your questions, and develop care plans that align with your personal values and life goals.
About The Arkaba Medical Centre
Arkaba Medical Centre in Parkside offers comprehensive family planning services as part of our multi-disciplinary health approach. We provide compassionate, confidential care tailored to the unique needs of each individual, helping you make informed decisions about your reproductive health.
Our services include contraceptive counselling and management, preconception health guidance, fertility assessments, pregnancy planning support, and reproductive health education. By combining medical expertise with allied health support—including nutritional counselling and mental health services—we deliver coordinated care that addresses both your physical and emotional wellbeing.
With a patient-centred and flexible approach, every consultation is tailored to your personal circumstances, health goals, and cultural considerations. Our multi-disciplinary team works collaboratively to ensure your care is holistic, practical, and supportive.
Extensive multi-disciplinary health hub
Patient-centred, flexible care model
Expanded clinical and allied health offerings
Strong community focus and engagement
Explore your family planning options with a team that listens and supports you every step of the way at Arkaba Medical Centre.
General Practitioners
Dr. Suwanee Chawla
MBBS, MPH, FRACGP
Chronic Disease, Geriatrics, Obesity, Diabetes, Paediatrics, Implanon Insertion
Dr. Dorothy Cheng
MBBS, FRACGP, DCH(SA)
Paediatrics, Women’s Health, Implanon, Antenatal Shared Care
Dr. Karyn Fuller
FRACGP, MBBS (Hons) MPHC, DipCH
IUD Insertion, Implanon, Women’s Health, Chronic Health, Antenatal Shared Care, Obstetrics
Dr. Alison George
MBBS, FRACGP, Dip RACOG
Women’s Health, Mental Health, Minor Surgery, Antenatal Shared Care
Dr. Virginia Hillier
MBBS
Musculoskeletal Health, Nutrition, Diabetes, Antenatal Shared Care, Implanon Insertion
Dr. Vikas Jasoria
MBBS, DRCOG, BSc (Hons) MRCGP, FRACGP, GAICD
Chronic Disease, Diabetes, Mental Health, Implanon Insertion, Men’s Health
How Can We Help
We understand that family planning is one of life’s most personal and important decisions, and that’s why we are here to support you every step of the way at Arkaba Medical Centre. Our compassionate team provides extensive family planning services to individuals and couples throughout Adelaide, offering everything from contraceptive counselling and fertility assessments to preconception care and reproductive health screenings. We’ll work closely with you to understand your unique goals and circumstances, providing confidential guidance whether you are looking to prevent pregnancy, plan for conception, or investigate your reproductive options. Our thorough approach means we’ll coordinate your care with specialists when needed, ensuring you receive the most appropriate treatment for your situation. We believe that well-informed choices lead to better outcomes, so we’ll take the time to explain all your options clearly, helping you make choices that align with your values and life plans while maintaining the highest standards of medical confidentiality throughout your journey.
Why Us
When you are planning for your family’s future, we understand that you need a healthcare partner who’ll provide compassionate, thorough support tailored to your unique needs. At Arkaba Medical Centre, we’ve built our family planning services around our core values of being compassionate, confidential, and thorough, ensuring you’ll receive personalised care in a supportive environment that respects your privacy and individual circumstances. Our multi-disciplinary health hub approach means you’ll have access to expanded clinical services and allied-health offerings all under one roof, while our patient-centred, flexible care model adapts to your specific family planning goals and timeline. We are proud to serve Adelaide with a strong organisational culture that prioritises community impact and maintains sustainability and ethical commitments, so you can trust that we are not just caring for your family today, but we are also invested in building a healthier future for our entire community.
FAQs
What family planning services do you offer at Arkaba Medical Centre?
We provide extensive family planning services, including contraceptive counselling, birth control prescriptions, pre-conception health consultations, fertility assessments, and reproductive health screenings. Our multi-disciplinary approach means you’ll have access to both medical professionals and allied health practitioners who can support your family planning journey with personalised, patient-centred care.
Can you help us choose the right contraceptive method?
Absolutely. We’ll work with you to discuss all available contraceptive options, including hormonal methods, IUDs, barrier methods, and natural family planning techniques. During your consultation, we’ll consider your health history, lifestyle, and personal preferences to help you make a well-informed choice that’s right for your situation.
Do you provide pre-conception counselling to couples trying to conceive?
Yes, we offer extensive pre-conception counselling to help optimise your health before pregnancy. We’ll review your medical history, discuss lifestyle factors, recommend appropriate supplements like folic acid, and conduct any necessary health screenings. Our goal is you are in the best possible health when you are ready to start or expand your family.
How confidential are family planning consultations?
Confidentiality is one of our core values, and we maintain strict privacy standards for all family planning consultations. Your personal health information and discussions about reproductive choices remain completely confidential between you and your healthcare provider, ensuring you feel comfortable and safe discussing sensitive topics.
Can you provide ongoing support throughout our family planning journey?
We are committed to providing continuous, compassionate care throughout your entire family planning experience. Whether you are preventing pregnancy, trying to conceive, or managing reproductive health concerns, we’ll be here to monitor your progress, adjust treatments as needed, and provide the flexible, extensive support that serves the Adelaide community’s diverse family planning needs.