Dr Kirsten Connan

Dr Kirsten Connan Obstetrician/Gynaecologist, Clinical Educator, Co-founder of TasOGS, runner, mum and wife, advocate Obstetrician/Gynaecologist. Clinical Educator.

Passionate about womens health!

Happy IDW 2026 💙Shout out to ALL the amazing women in my life, both personally & professionally. This IWD we are called ...
07/03/2026

Happy IDW 2026 💙

Shout out to ALL the amazing women in my life, both personally & professionally.

This IWD we are called to invest into reducing barriers for every woman and girl (or AFAB) – regardless of background or identity – to be safe, heard, and free to shape their own lives.

Within healthcare, this means we must keep advocating for accessible reproductive healthcare for all women. In TASMANIA, this means we need our politicians to keep investing into womens healthcare, including the public THS gynaecological systems & Family Planning Tasmania.

This IWD I am putting a special shout out to Mollie D'Arcy, one of our amazing admin team. Mollie has been a part of our team for lat last 10 years. Many of you will know her from her extraordinary generosity with surrogacy. For me personally, Mollie has been someone who steps up when we need, and she is so good at keeping me accountable (something that is invaluable). THANK YOU Mollie for being you, and for all your hard work & care for TasWomen. X

cancer impacts so many families In Tasmania, the SHE gynaecological cancer charity supports Tasmanian women and famili...
07/03/2026

cancer impacts so many families

In Tasmania, the SHE gynaecological cancer charity supports Tasmanian women and families affected by gynaecological cancer by providing care packs, raising awareness through campaigns, and with a goal to building the state’s first cancer wellness centre—a place for all Tasmanians to heal, connect, and find support.

We hope you will follow and support this amazing initiative, as we work to better support womens and their families impacted by gynaecological cancer. X

https://shegynaetas.org.au/she-services

March is .Our focus on endometriosis this month is especially timely. Many will have seen the deeply distressing report...
04/03/2026

March is .

Our focus on endometriosis this month is especially timely. Many will have seen the deeply distressing report by Four Corners on the Australian Broadcasting Corporation last Monday. My thoughts remain with the women, people assigned female at birth (AFAB), and families affected.

Endometriosis is a complex, chronic disease — and persistent pelvic pain is a complex and often life-altering health condition. In Australia, we are fortunate to have a living Endometriosis Clinical Practice Guideline developed by Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, which should be familiar to all health practitioners. This guideline supports evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and patient-centred care.

Surgery for endometriosis must only be considered when:
- It is clinically indicated and supported by the evidence
- Alternative and complementary treatment options have been explored
- Ethically grounded, informed consent has been provided
- It is in the patient’s best interests — both short and long term

If you have symptoms of endometriosis, you can access the Living Endometriosis Guideline and work with health professionals who support you holistically, using a multimodal approach to managing pelvic pain.

Endometriosis care should be compassionate, evidence-based, and centred on the lived experience and long-term wellbeing of each person.

cancer Ovarian cancer is a devastating diagnosis. Impacting 1 in 70 women (or AFAB), it often presents at late stage w...
26/02/2026

cancer

Ovarian cancer is a devastating diagnosis. Impacting 1 in 70 women (or AFAB), it often presents at late stage with spread prior to diagnosis. Its symptoms are often vague and minimal, making early diagnosis difficult.

The data on opportunistic prophylactic salpingectomy (taking out both fallopian tubes, while keeping the ovaries) reveals at least a 50% reduction in ovarian cancer, and 80% reduction in serous ovarian cancer (and more aggressive sub type). One good reference is https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2844597

You will often be offered a prophylactic salpingectomy at caesarean section if you ask about permanent contraception (more effective for contraception that 'clips or previous tubal ligations', and you reduce your lifetime risk for ovarian cancer).

If you are having a hysterectomy OR other gynaecological laparoscopic procedure, and are not wanting fertility or have finished your family, you might also consider a prophylactic salpingectomy at the same time. Some women also request a prophylactic salpingectomy, with other laparoscopic non-gynaecological surgeries such as when you have your gall bladder or appendix out. These are all appropriate choices (based on individualised circumstances).

Chat to your GP or gynaecologist if this is something you wish to consider ahead.

Dr Connan is now OPEN for pregnancy bookings for the month of 2026. Kirsten books a maximum of 8 families each month...
08/02/2026



Dr Connan is now OPEN for pregnancy bookings for the month of 2026.

Kirsten books a maximum of 8 families each month. This ensure she has time to provide quality care for each family, as well as maintain her professional standards through ongoing eduction & training.

For more information, head to TasWomen by TasOGS at https://www.tasogs.com or https://www.drkirstenconnan.com

Looking forward to discussing all things Women's Healthcare at this amazing event held by SHE Gynaecological Cancer Grou...
14/01/2026

Looking forward to discussing all things Women's Healthcare at this amazing event held by SHE Gynaecological Cancer Group (https://shegynaetas.org.au/our-story/) and St Luke's Health 🩵

All Tasmanians are invited to the wonderful SHE Wellness Day, Wednesday 4th Feb at St Luke’s Wellness Hub Hobart - and be among the first to join FoundHERS, our new and exclusive membership club.

This wellness-led FREE event brings together women’s health experts, the community, and the Tasmania JackJumpers to turn awareness into action - while giving you a first look at how FoundHERS will help shape the future of cancer care in Tasmania, through SHE.

Highlights include:
- Expert talks on women’s health & wellness
- The opportunity to become a FoundHERS member and support the SHE Wellness Centre
- Merchandise & pre-launch excitement for the JackJumpers Teal Game (Friday 6th Feb)
- Player signings & community connection

🩵 RSVP for your FREE ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/she-wellness-day

- The Australian Gynaecological Endoscopy & Surgical Society In 2026 I am proud to be continuing my role with o...
05/01/2026




- The Australian Gynaecological Endoscopy & Surgical Society

In 2026 I am proud to be continuing my role with on the board, where I hold the AGES Treasurer executive board director role. I am the only O&G generalist on the board, and proudly represent our Australian and New Zealand membership, and my home state of Tasmania.

As part of this role I have the responsibility to oversee the fiscal responsibility of the board, chair the Governance & Constitution committee, co-chair the eScope committee, and participate in the Equity, Inclusion and Diversity, the Multimedia committee, and the AGES / RANZCOG committee.

In 2026 we have some fantastic new initiatives for our members, lots of great eScope reading, and 3 fabulous conferences that are open to everyone!

You can learn more about AGES head to ages.com.au and for those our you with upcoming gynae surgery, check out our fabulous ages video library (https://ages.com.au/patient/patient-video-library/).

Kirsten X

Welcome 2026!!!2025 finished with the birth of gorgeous Louie (photo) on New Years Eve. Joining such a beautiful Tassie ...
04/01/2026

Welcome 2026!!!

2025 finished with the birth of gorgeous Louie (photo) on New Years Eve. Joining such a beautiful Tassie family that holds a truly special place in my life, both professionally & personally 💙

As we move back to 'normal hours' at TasWomen tomorrow, we are looking forward to supporting you all ahead in 2026.

This year we will be welcoming a new Womens Health GP, and our current GP's are also offering more hours! We also welcome back our lead pelvic floor physiotherapist, and a couple of new receptionist to our team (with Dennie on maternity leave).

Have a wonderful new year.

Kirsten X

's As we approach the end of 2025, we wanted to give HUGE shout out to the amazing GP's we have in Hobart. EVERYONE nee...
27/12/2025

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As we approach the end of 2025, we wanted to give HUGE shout out to the amazing GP's we have in Hobart.

EVERYONE needs a primary health GP. They are the central pillar of healthcare, driving preventive measures, ensuring collaboration, and managing the largest portion of our non-hospital healthcare. ALL our TasWomen patients, are encourage to have a primary GP.

Thank you to the GPs who so capably share care with the many families that attend TasWomen. We value you and your expertise, and look forward to working with you again in 2026.

An enormous THANK YOU to the amazing TasWomen team for their support and incredible work in 2025. You are all so appreci...
22/12/2025

An enormous THANK YOU to the amazing TasWomen team for their support and incredible work in 2025. You are all so appreciated.

A huge thank you also to each of YOU for the support of our team. We see you, we acknowledge the many challenges healthcare brings and your courage to step up & speak out, and are inspired by your drive to ensure we provide what you need to thrive.

MERRY CHRISTMAS from my family to yours.

Love, Kirsten

Huge thank you to the wider TasWomen for providing cover while I attend board commitments and a conference. Ongoing educ...
10/11/2025

Huge thank you to the wider TasWomen for providing cover while I attend board commitments and a conference.

Ongoing education is an essential part of our professional practice as healthcare clinicians. My board role provides a platform to support the education and advocacy for the next and current generation of surgical gynecologists in Australia & New Zealand (privileged to be the first Tasmanian to do this).

See you all towards the end of the week!

Today is and Infancy loss Remembrance Day. My thoughts go out to each and everyone who has ever had a pregnancy & infa...
15/10/2025

Today is and Infancy loss Remembrance Day.

My thoughts go out to each and everyone who has ever had a pregnancy & infancy loss.

Very few days go by when we don't remember these lives that we have lost.

For those of us supporting families through these times, we remember the moments that hold the deepest of sadness for you.

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