BMedSc, MBBS, DCH, FRACGP, NDC Practitioner
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Dr. Georgia Bavin relocated from Sydney to Launceston in 2015, where she initially worked at Launceston General Hospital. Subsequently, she embarked on General Practice training.
In 2019, Dr. Bavin achieved her Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) and received the RACGP Tasmania Examination Medal for achieving the highest score in the examination. Additionally, she holds an FPAA National Certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Health, and a Diploma in Child Health, and is presently pursuing certification as an accredited lifestyle doctor.
Dr. Bavin has a particular focus on women's health, covering areas such as contraception, preconception health, fertility, antenatal GP shared care, and the comprehensive care of mothers and infants during the initial year of life. Her expertise extends to addressing issues like infant sleep, feeding, crying, and unsettled behavior.
She also has a special interest in infertility and actively works with patients experiencing difficulty in conceiving. Dr. Bavin provides ovulation induction services, particularly beneficial for women with irregular cycles. Additionally, she offers pregnancy ultrasound services for patients within the clinic.
She adopts a holistic, evidence-based approach known as Neuroprotective Developmental Care (NDC or the Possums programs) and earned accreditation as the first NDC practitioner in Tasmania after completing the requisite training. Dr. Bavin is enthusiastic about collaborating with families to overcome any challenges they may encounter with their infants. Her patients appreciate her kind and nurturing personality, contributing to her popularity.
Beyond her professional life, Dr. Bavin finds joy in activities such as cooking, gardening, and spending quality time with her husband and young daughter.
Dr Bavin will be commencing maternity leave Feb 2024.
She plans to return towards the end of 2024.
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