Dr. Andreas Obermair

02/09/2025

🏔️ Support Our Bhutan Challenge Trekkers Today 🏔️

Team Cherish is stepping into the clouds for a cause that’s close to all our hearts—raising funds for life-changing research into gynaecological cancer. Follow their journey and show your support on the leaderboard: https://cherish-womens-cancer-foundation.grassrootz.com/bhutan-2025?tab=leaderboard

As part of this challenge, our founder Andreas Obermair, invites you to share a personal Note to Cancer—a hope, a wish, a memory, or a message for someone affected. Each note will be carried with care and read in silent reflection at the feet of the majestic Buddha Dordenma, creating a moment of connection, purpose, and pause.

💌 Add your not to cancer here: https://cherish.org.au/your-note-to-cancer/

Together, we hike toward hope.

25/08/2025

I’m excited to be part of the speaker line-up at the Gynaecological Cancer Patient Symposium this Saturday.
We have an excellent program planned—see the full list of speakers below and join us for an inspiring day.

⏳ Limited places remain for our Gynaecological Cancer Patient Symposium, from 9am this Saturday 30 August at Victoria Park in Brisbane: https://shorturl.at/Z7Ezr

So it's time to share our Speaker line-up!

Dr Kristen Moloney

Dr Kristen Moloney is a Gynaecologist and Certified Gynaecologic Oncologist, specialising in the management of benign, pre-invasive and malignant gynaecologic pathologies. Committed to advancement in the field of Gynaecologic Oncology, she actively engages in research and innovation. She serves as a reviewer for the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology as well as the Asia-Pacific Journal of Clinical Oncology and plays an integral role in research conducted by the Queensland Centre for Gynaecological Cancer.

Leonie Young

Leonie Young has been a passionate cancer advocate since her breast cancer diagnosis in 1987. With over 30 years of experience, she has worked with national and international organisations to embed the lived experience into cancer research and clinical trials. Leonie is deeply committed to peer support, facilitating groups through The Choices Cancer Support Centre, including one for gynaecological cancer, and helping build networks that foster connection and care. She is a member of the consumer committee for the federally funded Centre for Research Excellence ALIVE WELL, which aims to improve quality of life for gynaecological cancer patients. Leonie also presents nationally and internationally on research, survivorship, communication, and patient advocacy.

Professor Sandi Hayes

Professor Sandi Hayes is a renowned researcher in cancer survivorship, specialising in exercise oncology and lymphoedema. As Director of Research at Cancer Council Queensland, she leads initiatives that translate evidence into practice, improving outcomes for cancer patients. Her work includes large-scale trials like ECHO, focusing on physical activity’s role in recovery. A passionate advocate, she promotes collaboration among researchers, clinicians, and patients to ensure real-world impact.

Kathleen Banks

Kathleen Banks is the Chair of Cherish Women’s Cancer Foundation and an experienced professional working in the marketing, media and creative communications industry for over 20 years. She is highly skilled in marketing strategy, communications strategy, creative strategy and delivery, digital strategy, research, data analysis and business science, portfolio management, advertising, integrated marketing and media strategy and planning. She has over 10 years of local management board experience and working with clients with brand portfolios and multiple stakeholders across all levels.

Professor Andreas

Professor Andreas Obermair is a Brisbane based gynaecological oncologist in public and private practice and is an internationally recognised leader in gynaecological oncology research. Since establishing UQ’s Queensland Centre for Gynaecological Cancer Research (QCGC Research) in 2003, he has led a program of investigator-initiated surgical clinical trials. His research, which spans Quality of Life, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Clinical Trials, and Translational Research, aims to make surgical treatments kinder and more effective. Professor Obermair is also founder and board member of the Cherish Foundation, which supports research into better treatments for women with gynaecological cancers.

Dr Eva Baxter

The year after completing her PhD in molecular biology and oncology at the University of Edinburgh in 2012, Dr Eva Baxter joined QIMR Berghofer in Brisbane to study oestrogen signalling in women’s cancers. Now at the Queensland Centre for Gynaecological Cancer Research, Dr Baxter leads translational studies for the feMMe and ENDO-3 clinical trials. Her work aims to identify biomarkers that guide conservative treatment options, helping women with endometrial cancer avoid hysterectomy through safer, targeted therapies.

Dr Natasha Roberts

Dr Natasha Roberts is a Senior Research Fellow at UQ Centre for Clinical Research and a Conjoint Clinical Research Fellow at STARS. With a PhD focused on patient-reported outcomes in oncology, her research spans genitourinary cancer, aged care, and precision medicine. She advocates for patient-centred care through co-designed interventions and consumer involvement in research. A leader in nursing research, she has developed clinical research pathways and serves on ethics committees, driving innovation in multidisciplinary care and implementation science.

Hosted by Centre for Gynaecological Cancer Research - QCGC Research and The University of Queensland, and supported by Cherish Women's Cancer Foundation and GSK, Symposium attendance is free - but registration is essential: https://shorturl.at/Z7Ezr

11/07/2025

In October, we are hiking in Bhutan, the land of happiness, to support gynaecological cancer research.

By donating $50 or more to the , you can help us create a ‘Happiness and Hope’ playlist. You’ll be invited to send a voice note to the Cherish team about your happiest moment or greatest hope. They will turn your messages into a playlist for our dedicated, possibly frostbitten and altitude-affected hikers—something they can listen to when the trail gets tough, and their spirits need lifting.

Your words could be the reason someone keeps climbing.

Please donate here and the team will be in touch. Be assured that every dollar raised goes to gynaecological cancer research.

Hello friends and supporters! I’m swapping my theatre clogs and surgical cap for hiking boots and a thermal beanie! This is my sixth fundraising adventure — not just for the thrill of the challenge but for a cause that means more to me than I can express. I am hiking Bhutan with 10 wonderful oth...

25/06/2025

22/06/2025

It’s been a puppy-themed past week here on the Facebook feed 🐶

Now Louis is capping-up to help Prof Obermair recruit hikers – whose fundraising will help us recruit patients for more ground-breaking research trials.

Are you Cherish Women's Cancer Foundation’s Bhutan Challenge Hiker #10? https://cherish.org.au/program/bhutan-cherish-challenge-2025-22-31-october/

16/06/2025

I’m hiking in Bhutan with 10 wonderful others, including some of my patients, to raise funds for gynaecological cancer research. Please share the journey by supporting our team if you can.

I set an ambitious fundraising goal because we need ambitious research. Kinder treatments. More personalised options. Fewer harsh side effects. More time. More life.

Donate today:

Hello friends and supporters! I’m swapping my theatre clogs and surgical cap for hiking boots and a thermal beanie! This is my sixth fundraising adventure — not just for the thrill of the challenge but for a cause that means more to me than I can express. I am hiking Bhutan with 10 wonderful oth...

08/05/2025

Today is world Ovarian Cancer Day.

In Australia:
👭 Over 1,700 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer each year.
📉 The 5-year survival rate is just 49%, much lower than other cancers.
👨‍⚕️Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed late, due to vague symptoms.

Let’s change the story by knowing the signs and symptoms, talking openly and supporting research.

🎗Today is World Ovarian Cancer Awareness Day.
Every year, thousands of women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer - often too late due to vague or misunderstood symptoms. Early detection saves lives.

Know the signs

* Persistent bloating
* Abdominal or pelvic pain
* Feeling full quickly
* Frequent or urgent urination

Remember, if something doesn't feel right - talk to your doctor.

11/03/2025

🌸 An Afternoon of Purpose & Connection 🌸

Join us for the Cherish Brisbane Fundraising Lunch on Friday, 30 May—a special afternoon where community, compassion, and impact come together. 💜✨

Enjoy a beautiful lunch, hear inspiring stories, and make a real difference in the lives of women facing gynaecological cancer. Every ticket helps fund life-saving research for a kinder tomorrow.

📅 Date: Friday, 30 May
📍 Location: The Calile Hotel
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1326127

Come together, celebrate hope, and be part of something truly meaningful. 💕

24/02/2025

We are thrilled to announce this week’s news that Professor Andreas Obermair has been awarded a $2 million NHMRC Investigator Grant! This prestigious grant will support his groundbreaking work in evidence-supported precision surgery for gynaecological cancer. This achievement is a testament to Professor Obermair's dedication and expertise in the field, and we are incredibly proud of his accomplishments. This funding will significantly advance research and improve outcomes for patients affected by gynaecological cancer. Join us in congratulating Professor Obermair on this well-deserved recognition!

11/02/2025

Vaginal cancer is rare. It accounts for about 2% of all gynaecological cancers.

About 100 women in Australia will be diagnosed every year.

It mostly occurs in menopausal women.

Knowing how to spot changes in your body is crucial for early detection.

https://www.obermair.info/medical-conditions/gynaecological-cancer/vulval-and-vaginal-cancer-2/

06/02/2025

The frequency of blood clots after surgery varies based on several factors, including the type of surgery, the length of the surgery, and the patient’s health history. Read more ⬇️

The frequency of blood clots after surgery varies based on several factors.

18/01/2025

Undergoing a hysterectomy is a significant surgical procedure. Proper post-surgical care is essential for you to have a smooth recovery and a great long-term result.

Here are some essential tips I can share to help you navigate the recovery process following a hysterectomy procedure.

Some important tips for effective recovery after a hysterectomy procedure.