Infertility

Dr Wetherell has a special interest in fertility surgery and the delicate approach that is required in these complex cases. Minimally invasive surgery is perfect for these young patients who are trying to fall pregnant, with reduced recovery time, reduced intra-abdominal adhesions, and meticulous care of tissue handling on the delicate reproductive organs. This results in a quicker return to baseline so women can actively pursue trying to conceive. Careful tissue handling minimises injury to the precious ovarian reserve, which is of utmost importance in these women.

Bilateral Hydrosalpinges

Many of the conditions discussed above can result in infertility in young women.
These include:

  • Endometriosis
  • Uterine fibroids
  • Adenomyosis
  • Ovarian cysts – especially endometriomas
  • Uterine polyps
  • Uterine structural abnormalities – uterine septum, “heart shaped uterus” bicornuate uterus, uterine didelphys (two uterine cavities)
  • Intrauterine adhesions (Asherman’s syndrome)

Issues with fallopian tubes

  • Hydrosalpinx “swollen fallopian tubes” – can occur from infection or endometriosis
  • Blocked fallopian tubes – from infection or endometriosis
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Ovarian Cysts

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Uterine Fibroids

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Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain

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PERSONAL VALUES

Integrity

“Evidence-based medicine guides every decision I make, ensuring my patients receive the most current, effective, and ethical treatments available"

Expertise

"As a high-volume advanced laparoscopic surgeon, I bring precision, experience, and a commitment to excellence in minimally invasive pelvic surgery"

Comfort

“My consulting suite at Epworth Freemasons offers a modern, luxurious, and welcoming environment for patients to feel relaxed and supported”

Respect

“With a warm bedside manner and meticulous attention to detail, I strive to create a safe, respectful space for women seeking expert gynaecological care”

Compassion

"Kindness and compassion are the cornerstones of my practice, where every patient receives thoughtful, evidence-based care tailored to their individual needs"
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INTRODUCING DR. LIMA WETHERELL

MBBS BBiomedSci FRANZCOG MRMed AGES Fellowship

Dr Lima Wetherell is a highly trained Melbourne based Gynaecologist and Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon. She has completed an additional two years of training in advanced laparoscopic surgery via the highly regarded national AGES (Australasian Gynaecological Endoscopy and Surgery) Fellowship program at Monash Health. This is a high case load National formal training program in advanced pelvic surgery that focuses on laparoscopic management of endometriosis, fibroids, hysterectomy and other complex cases referred to a tertiary referral network. She is a specialist minimally invasive surgeon with her main areas of interest being laparoscopic surgical management of endometriosis, fibroids, heavy menstrual bleeding requiring hysterectomy and fertility surgery. She performs complex pelvic surgery with a high level of attention to detail. Lima prides herself on having an understanding and caring bedside manner, with a patient centred approach being the focus of her consultations. Each appointment is tailored to the specific needs of the patient with a focus on multidisciplinary management.

Lima grew up in the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne, graduating from medical school at the University of Melbourne in 2012. After this, she completed her specialist training as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist obtaining her FRANZCOG at the Royal Women’s Hospital in 2021. She then pursued further training by completing her AGES Fellowship at Monash Health and consolidating her skills in minimally invasive surgery. She has also completed her Masters of Reproductive Medicine from the University of New South Wales. Throughout this time Lima has been involved in research and clinical studies and is the principal author on a number of published studies.

Lima currently holds a public appointment at Monash Health, with both clinics and theatre lists across all four campuses, working in the Endosurgical Department. In her spare time Lima likes to spend time with her two beautiful children and husband, who is also a surgeon.