Dr Scott Walker Gynaecology

31/07/2026

Last Saturday I joined the Queensland Surgical Interest Conference (QSIC) at , spending the day with medical students who are starting to picture a future in surgery.

It was a real pleasure to talk about my own path through obstetrics and gynaecology, a field I still find genuinely rewarding.

The best part was the conversations. So many curious, enthusiastic students asking sharp questions about the work and where it might take them. If a few of them end up in O&G, the specialty is in very good hands.

Thanks to for having me, and to every student who stopped for a chat.

16/06/2026

Bowel Cancer Awareness Day – Red Apple Day | 17 June 2026

Red Apple Day, observed on 17 June, is dedicated to raising awareness about bowel cancer and the importance of early detection.

Bowel cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in Australia, claiming the lives of more than 5,200 Australians each year. The good news is that if detected early, more than 90% of bowel cancers can be successfully treated.

Established by Bowel Cancer Australia, Red Apple Day highlights the importance of screening and early intervention. The symbolic wormhole in the apple represents how bowel cancer can often begin as a small, treatable problem that, if detected early, can be removed before causing more serious harm. Apples are also a rich source of dietary fibre, which plays an important role in maintaining bowel health.

The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program provides eligible Australians aged 50 to 74 with a free bowel screening test kit every two years, delivered directly to their home. Australians aged 45 to 49 can also request their first free screening kit by completing an online form or contacting the National Cancer Screening Register (NCSR).

If you have any questions or concerns about bowel cancer screening, speak with your GP or healthcare provider.

Dr Maneesha Bhullar and some of the team at the Day Surgery Unit

https://specialists.healthscope.com.au/specialist/maneesha-bhullar-med0001205290

Dr Maneesha Bhullar is a consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist in general and acute care medicine.

12/06/2026

June is Uterine Cancer Awareness Month. 💜
Uterine (endometrial) cancer is the most common gynaecological cancer in Australia, but it's also one of the most likely to be caught early, because it usually announces itself. The single most important sign is bleeding after menopause. It's never normal, and it always warrants a check.
In my experience, the patients who do best are the ones who didn't wait. If something doesn't feel right, talk to your GP.
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14/05/2026

PCOS has a new name: PMOS. It's more than a rebrand. It's a recognition that this condition is far more complex than its old name suggested, and that women deserve care that reflects that complexity.

Swipe to learn what changed and why it matters.

Read the full article: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome, the new name for Polycystic O***y Syndrome: a multistep global consensus process — The Lancet

05/05/2026

Last week I spoke to a group of GPs and specialists at an event hosted by Gold Coast Private Hospital, presenting on a topic close to my practice: Navigating Adenomyosis and Fibroids.

But as much as I enjoy the presenting, it's the conversations afterwards that I look forward to most. Meeting GPs and specialists from across the region, hearing what they're seeing in their own rooms, what questions they're sitting with, that exchange is invaluable. It makes me better at my job.

If you're a GP who'd like to know more about adenomyosis or fibroids, referral pathways, or upcoming education events, feel free to reach out.

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01/05/2026

Great event, and talking to GPs about a shared passion for Women's Health.

Last night, we welcomed General Practitioners to an evening of learning and connection, and introduced them to several of our new GCPH doctors.

The line-up featured presentations from Dr Stephen Kent (Orthopaedic – Hand & Wrist), Dr Jason Kim (Urology), Dr Naim Mridha (Cardiology), Dr Tsz Hung (Billy) Tong (Haematology), and Dr Scott Walker (Gynaecology).

Attendees gained valuable insights across a range of topics, including wrist arthritis, LUTS/haematuria updates, heart failure with preserved ejection fraction, neutropenia, and the management of adenomyosis and fibroids.

Events like these form an important part of our ongoing commitment to supporting and connecting with our GP community, ensuring they have access to the latest knowledge and opportunities to engage directly with our specialists to support the best possible outcomes for patients.

08/04/2026

April is Adenomyosis Awareness Month. If you've never heard of it, you're not alone.

Adenomyosis is one of the most common gynaecological conditions affecting women, yet it remains poorly understood, frequently misdiagnosed, and rarely discussed. Many women living with it have never heard the word. Others have spent years being investigated for endometriosis or fibroids without anyone considering it as a possibility.

Adenomyosis occurs when the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows into the muscular wall of the uterus itself. The uterus can become enlarged, tender, and the source of significant, ongoing pain - but unlike endometriosis, it stays within the uterus rather than spreading to other organs.

Common symptoms include:

* Heavy or prolonged periods * Severe period pain that worsens over time * Pelvic pressure or a feeling of fullness * Pain during s*x * Bleeding between periods * A uterus that feels enlarged or tender

It is frequently mistaken for endometriosis, fibroids, or simply "bad periods." These are related but distinct conditions - and the distinction matters for how they're managed.

Your symptoms have a name. They have a cause. And there are treatment options.

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03/04/2026

RANZCOG is pleased to announce its success in securing significant Australian Government funding to support the development of clinical resources and initiatives aimed at improving care for those living with endometriosis and persistent pelvic pain.

RANZCOG has continued its advocacy by engaging directly with key stakeholders to address how specialist capability and confidence can be strengthened to improve patient outcomes.

As a result, the government has today announced that it will commit a $7.45 million package to support specialist and primary care capability enhancement, among other services and initiatives.

This funding will support RANZCOG and RACGP to strengthen clinical guidance and care standards for persistent pelvic pain and endometriosis, as well as provide education and training for specialists, GPs and other health providers included in multidisciplinary care.

RANZCOG looks forward to working closely with government, clinicians, consumers, and key stakeholders towards meaningful improvements in care.

Read the College's full statement on the RANZCOG website: https://ranzcog.edu.au/news/endometriosis-pelvic-pain-funding/

24/03/2026

Something I hear too often in my consulting room: "I was told it was in my head."

Here's the thing - pain actually is processed in your brain. That's where your pain receptors send their signals. But that doesn't make it imaginary. It doesn't make it something you should push through.

Endometriosis is a real, physical condition. It shows up in surgery. It grows on organs. It causes measurable damage. And yet the average Australian woman waits 6–8 years for a diagnosis - years that often include being dismissed, undertreated, or told to just manage.

Your pain has a name. It has a cause. And it has treatment options.

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