Dr Alison Bryant-Smith

Dr Alison Bryant-Smith is an experienced consultant gynaecologist providing care in Melbourne’s West. Alison is one of the few specialists in the area skilled in advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery.

After graduating from medical school at The University of Melbourne, Alison undertook her basic Obstetrics and Gynaecology training at The Royal Women’s Hospital. She then spent three years working at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospitals in London, further refining her surgical skills. While in London, she completed a Master of Surgical Education at Imperial College London. Having further developed her interest in keyhole gynaecological surgery while in the UK, Alison completed a two-year advanced laparoscopic gynaecology Fellowship with A/Prof Alan Lam in Sydney, under the auspices of the Australasian Gynaecological Endoscopy and Surgery society (AGES).

Reports of Alison’s work and research have been published in various medical journals (both locally and overseas). Her current research projects include investigating a potential biomarker for endometriosis. When not at Maven Centre, Alison works part-time at both The Northern Hospital (Epping) and The Royal Women’s Hospital (Parkville); she also teaches medical students at The University of Melbourne.

Dr Bryant-Smith’s special interests include:, Endometriosis, Fibroids, Heavy menstrual bleeding, Ovarian cysts, Painful periods