Birthing at Kareena Private Hospital
Local maternity care, close to home
Preparing to welcome a baby is one of life's biggest moments, and having the right care team around you can make all the difference.
Kareena Private Hospital has supported generations of local families through pregnancy, birth and beyond, offering personalised maternity care in the heart of the Sutherland Shire. With experienced obstetricians, supportive midwives and a calm private hospital environment, Kareena gives local mums access to trusted care close to home.
Whether you are choosing an obstetrician, exploring your birthing options or wanting to feel more prepared for the journey ahead, this page brings together helpful information, local expert insights and articles from Kareena Private Hospital and their maternity team.
Meet the Obstetricians
Choosing an obstetrician is a very personal decision. Kareena Private Hospital works with experienced obstetricians who support women through pregnancy, birth and postnatal care with knowledge, warmth and individualised guidance. Explore the profiles below to learn more about each obstetrician, their approach to care and how to book an appointment.
Dr Kristina King
Specialist Obstetrician and GynaecologistDr Kristina King provides specialist obstetric and gynaecological care with a focus on supporting women through every stage of pregnancy. Her calm, considered approach helps expectant mums feel informed, supported and confident as they prepare for birth at Kareena Private Hospital.
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Dr Luiza Peculis
Specialist Obstetrician and GynaecologistDr Luiza Peculis offers personalised obstetric care for women and families throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond. With a warm and supportive approach, she helps expectant mums feel comfortable, heard and cared for during such an important time.
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Dr Amani Harris
Specialist Obstetrician and GynaecologistDr Amani Harris provides obstetric and gynaecological care alongside advanced expertise in complex women's health surgery, with patients cared for at Kareena Private Hospital. Her evidence-based, advocacy-driven approach helps women feel heard, informed and genuinely supported through every stage of their journey.
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Dr Andrew Zuschmann
Specialist Obstetrician and GynaecologistDr Andrew Zuschmann is a lifelong Shire resident who has cared for local families at Kareena Private Hospital for nearly 20 years, consulting from Anaria in Miranda. His warm, collaborative approach is built around open communication and shared decision making, with a strong belief that birth should reflect each woman's preferences.
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Dr Myriam Girgis
Specialist Gynaecologist and Pelvic SurgeonDr Myriam Girgis is a specialist gynaecologist and AGES-credentialed advanced laparoscopic surgeon, with rooms in Hurstville and Campsie. Her calm, compassionate approach covers women's health at every stage, from periods and pelvic pain to fertility, surgery and menopause, helping women feel heard, informed and supported.
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Dr Dean Conrad
Specialist Obstetrician and GynaecologistConsulting from Anaria in Miranda and caring for families at Kareena Private Hospital, Dr Conrad offers personalised, evidence-based obstetric, fertility and gynaecological care with a relaxed, supportive approach.
Read more →Why choose Kareena for your birth
Having your baby at Kareena Private Hospital means being cared for by an experienced maternity team in a welcoming hospital environment, with support available throughout pregnancy, birth and the early days of parenthood.
For many local families, one of the biggest benefits is being able to access private maternity care close to home, without needing to travel far from the Sutherland Shire.
Comfortable private maternity care
A calm, welcoming private hospital setting designed around you and your new baby.
Experienced obstetricians
Specialist obstetric care from trusted doctors who know the local community.
Supportive midwives
A dedicated midwifery team beside you through labour, birth and recovery.
A local hospital setting
Trusted maternity care right here in the Sutherland Shire, close to home.
Care at every stage
Support through pregnancy, birth and postnatal recovery, all in one place.
Education for new parents
Helpful information and resources to help you feel prepared and confident.
Helpful articles from Kareena Private Hospital
Explore the latest articles, expert insights and helpful resources from Kareena Private Hospital. These features are designed to support local mums and families as they prepare for pregnancy, birth and the early parenting stage.
Kareena Private Hospital is delivering the birthing experience you deserve
A look at Kareena Private Hospital's premium maternity service, The Luxe Way, from a guaranteed four-night private room stay to round-the-clock midwife support. Discover the comfort, nourishment and practical parenting help that let new mums recover and settle in with their baby.
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Kareena Private Hospital: The Luxe Way Review
MOTS partner Alhana shares her honest, first-hand experience of birthing The Luxe Way at Kareena Private Hospital. From the private room and complimentary high tea to upgrading to the Deluxe Parenting Suite, she explains why it was one of the best decisions she made.
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Private vs Public: What to Expect When You're Expecting
Kareena obstetrician Dr Kristina King breaks down the real differences between private and public maternity care. She covers continuity of care, costs, hospital facilities and postnatal support to help expecting mums in the Shire decide what is right for them.
Read more →Thinking about birthing at Kareena?
Whether you are newly pregnant, planning ahead or ready to choose your obstetrician, Kareena Private Hospital offers private maternity care close to home in the Sutherland Shire.
To learn more about birthing at Kareena or to book with one of their obstetricians, contact their rooms directly or visit Kareena Private Hospital online.
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Brought to you by Kareena Private Hospital in partnership with Mums of the Shire.