Dr Mahesh Harilall

MBChB FRANZCOG

Mahesh is married with two children. He did his primary medical degree in Durban South Africa, and emigrated to New Zealand in 1995 to complete his specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the National Women’s Hospital in Auckland- where he has been a specialist in Auckland since 1999.

Mahesh is a Registrar Training supervisor and has been elected to Council of the College of O&G of Australia and NZ. He strives to promote excellence in women’s healthcare and is an advocate for teaching students and junior doctors.

Dr Elizabeth Curr

MBChB, MRCOG, FRANZCOG, Dip Family Planning (UK)

Elizabeth (Liz) is originally from Scotland and completed her medical training University of Aberdeen. She completed specialist training in both Scotland and New Zealand gaining membership of British and New Zealand colleges of Obstetricians and Gynaecology. Liz is a consultant at National Womens Health at Auckland City Hospital.

She is dedicated to providing a safe and positive pregnancy experience for women and their partners.

When not at work she enjoys time with family and friends.

Dr Cindy Ooi

MBChB FRANZCOG

Cindy, originally from Malaysia, is a graduate of the University of
Auckland. She completed specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology training in New Zealand, and spent two years working in London.

Cindy is a consultant at National Women’s Hospital, at Auckland City Hospital. She speaks several languages, including Mandarin, Cantonese, Hokkien and Malay.

She is married to a GP, has 2 boys, and enjoys snowboarding, travelling and meeting new people.

Dr Khaldoun Aweidah

MD, FRANZCOG

Khaldoun is a New Zealand trained obstetrician and Gynaecologist. He is
currently the lead clinician of minimal access surgery (advanced laparoscopy surgery) practicing at Auckland city Hospital. His practice philosophy revolves around working passionately to build a reputation of excellence, approachability and compassion.

Khaldoun was born in Amman Jordan and has been living in New Zealand for last 20 years. He is married with two girls and a boy. He is a passionate football follower and enjoys time with family and friends.

Dr Olivia Stuart

MBChB FRANZCOG DDU MM(RHHG) CREI

After achieving her medical degree at Otago University, Olivia worked in Australia and the UK, then completed her specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology training in Australia and Hong Kong. She completed the Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound and Masters of Reproductive Medicine and Human Genetics in Sydney and subspecialist training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI) in Sydney and Auckland. She has travelled extensively, with a particular interest in developing countries, volunteering as an Obstetrician Gynaecologist in Vietnam and Ethiopia.

Olivia returned home in 2014 to give something back to her own and allow her two young sons to have the kiwi upbringing she was fortunate to have. She is of Maori descent and iwi affiliations are Ngāpuhi and Ngāti Kahungunu.

Her interests are Reproductive Medicine, Obstetrics and Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound.

Dr Rachel Murray

MBChB FRANZCOG

Rachel is a University of Otago graduate. She has completed her post-graduate and specialty Obstetrics and Gynaecology training based in the Auckland region. She is currently a consultant at Auckland City Hospital where she enjoys the multiculturally diverse population. She is dedicated to the delivery of high-quality care to women and their family.

Rachel is kept busy outside of work with her young daughter, cycling, swimming and spending time with family and friends.

Dr Helen Winrow

MBBCh DipTMH FRANZCOG

Originally from the UK, Helen completed her medical degree at Cardiff University. Starting her New Zealand experience in Invercargill, Helen gradually made her way north, moving to Auckland to complete her post-graduate training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She holds a consultant position at National Women’s Hospital and is also a RANZCOG training supervisor. She has a special interest in teaching and emergency skills training.

Outside of work, Helen will most often be found on long walks with her husband and their dog. Other interests include cooking, crafting and reading.

Dr Jasveen Kaur

FRANZCOG, PGDipOMG, BSc

Jasveen studied Biomedical Science at University of Auckland then went on to complete her medical degree at University of Otago. She is a New Zealand trained specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist. She currently works at Counties Manukau as a specialist. In 2024, she was awarded the Mizuno-Ratnam Young Gynaecologist award for her research in diabetes in pregnancy.

Jasveen is an avid musician, plays the piano and sings. In another less busy stage of life she was the front woman of a band. These days, she keeps busy outside of work with four children including twins with various outdoor activities.

Dr Heena Lakhdhir

PGDipObstMedGyn, FRANZCOG

Heena is a New Zealand trained obstetrician and gynaecologist with more than 20 years of experience in New Zealand and India. She is a specialist at Middlemore hospital where she leads the diabetes in pregnancy service. She was part of the team that set up the preterm birth service at Middlemore and continues to lead this service and train specialists in the care of women who are at risk of preterm birth. Heena has a special interest in high risk obstetrics and medical conditions in pregnancy. She has been a key member of the group writing the new national diabetes in pregnancy guideline and is involved in the NZ wide implementation of this. She has research interests and papers in perinatal medicine and diabetes in pregnancy. She is involved in training and teaching midwives and doctors to become Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is a passionate advocate for women centred care and respectful, weight neutral care for women in bigger bodies.

When not at work she is a classical Indian dancer performing at festivals and cultural events. She also enjoys swimming, biking and golf with her husband and daughter.

Dr Antonia Restall ( starting in March 2026 )

BSc, MBChB, PGDipObstMedGyn, FRANZCOG

Antonia studied at the University of Auckland before going on to complete her specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.  She works at National Women’s Hospital and her interests include diabetes in pregnancy, preterm birth and obstetric emergency skills training.  Antonia is committed to providing a high standard of individualised care to women and their families.

Outside of work, Antonia enjoys spending time with her two young children, getting outdoors, and cooking for friends and family.