13/01/2026
For the past 25 years, Dr Anthony Cerqui has been a trusted presence in women’s health in Toowoomba. Throughout his career he has overseen around 10,000 pregnancies and welcomed approximately 6,000 babies into the world.
This month will see Dr Cerqui make a shift in focus, stepping back from obstetrics to focus on robotic gynaecological and pelvic floor surgery, fertility care and endometriosis management.
Dr Cerqui completed most of his medical training at the Mater Mothers’ Hospital in Brisbane and has worked at Toowoomba Base Hospital, in Sydney where he worked as a urogynaecology fellow, and the Channel Islands, before commencing private practice in Toowoomba in 2000.
"The joy and privilege that comes with being able to hand a baby over to someone is amazing. I’ve loved being part of so many significant family milestones and moments of joy," Dr Cerqui said.
"I am thankful my fertility practice continues to help me reduce the burden of infertility."
In 2006, Dr Cerqui opened Women’s Health Only in the Medici Medical Centre. The practice later established a tertiary ultrasound centre to enhance obstetric imaging services for women. This service proudly celebrated its 10-year anniversary in December.
Obstetric and gynaecological care continues at St Vincent’s, where Women’s Health Only has a long-standing partnership. Dr Cerqui remains closely involved, providing valuable insight into patient care, while the practice continues to thrive with Dr Liam Dunn joining the team in 2023.
Over his career, Dr Cerqui has witnessed significant advancements in women’s health, particularly in ultrasound technology and the management of high-risk pregnancies.
“The biggest change in the last 25 years has been the introduction of robotic surgery. It reduces risk and allows for far more precise, targeted procedures,” he said.
An early adopter of the technology, Dr Cerqui has personally completed 1,000 robotic procedures.
Dr Cerqui is also passionate about education, undertaking robotic proctoring work to help train the next generation of obstetricians and gynaecologists.
Reflecting on his career, Dr Cerqui acknowledged the support around him, saying, “I’ve been incredibly fortunate to have a wonderful support system throughout my career, especially my amazing wife, Sarah.”
Dr Cerqui looks forward to the next chapter of his career, continuing his practice and passion for women’s health.
