Introducing our team of Specialists who are all experts in ultrasound, high-risk obstetrics, reproductive genetics and prenatal diagnostics. All of our Specialists are COGU qualified Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (a COGU qualification mean a clinician has undertaken further training to obtain the sub-speciality Certification in Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound). Moreover, many of our Specialists hold a Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU). Widely regarded as leaders in the field of female ultrasound, our Specialists are trusted by numerous Obstetricians and medical professionals for their invaluable second opinions and professional insights.
A/Prof Andrew McLennan
BSc MB BS (Hons) FRANZCOG MRCOG COGU
Associate Professor Andrew McLennan is a specialist obstetrician and gynecologist whose particular interest is in prenatal diagnosis and ultrasound. He is a consultant to the Maternal Fetal Medicine Unit at Royal North Shore Hospital, a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Sydney and a Sonologist at Sydney Ultrasound for Women.
He introduced Nuchal Translucency (NT) screening for Down syndrome to Australia and is the founding Chairman of the National Early Pregnancy Assessment Program. Andrew is actively involved in research into early diagnosis of fetal abnormalities, first trimester screening for adverse pregnancy outcome, genomic non-invasive prenatal screening and quality assurance in ultrasound. He is a member of the ISUOG Continuing Medical Education taskforce.
Dr Sashi Siva
MB BS (UNSW), FRANZCOG, DDU, COGU
Dr Sashi Siva graduated from the University of New South Wales in 1990. She went on to earn her Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (FRANZCOG) in 1999, along with a Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU), and further Sub-Speciality Certificate in O&G Ultrasound( COGU) in 2000.
Her COGU training took place at Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney Ultrasound for Women, and Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne. And in 2003 she re- joined Sydney Ultrasound for Women, and became a partner there in 2005.
Working as a Senior Visiting Medical Officer at the Fetal Medicine Unit at Royal North Shore Hospital (since 2000), Dr Siva is dedicated to educating medical students, specialist registrars, and fellows in advanced pregnancy ultrasounds and invasive procedures like CVS and amniocentesis. She also contributes to the training of registrars at Liverpool Hospital for their ultrasound module.
As an ‘older’ parent herself, Sashi has a special interest in the pregnancy challenges that come with advanced maternal age and is committed to providing compassionate care for her patients.
Her extensive expertise extends to all aspects of gynaecological ultrasound, with a focus on adolescent gynaecology, infertility, and endometriosis assessments, including tubal patency testing, sonohysterograms, and deep infiltrating endometriosis scans. Dr Siva holds an international certificate in deep infiltrating endometriosis scanning and has utilised a modified sonovaginography technique since 2014. Additionally, Dr. Siva was a member of the Australian Menopause Society , with a strong interest on post-menopausal gynaecological issues.
Dr Siva has served multiple terms as President of the Australasian Society of Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound (AAOGU) and has been an active committee member for several years. She has also been a long-standing examiner for the Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU) and was on the Board of the Australasian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM) DDU examination committee from 2012 to 2021. From 2021 to 2023, she served on the FRANZCOG COGU Sub-Specialty Committee.
An accomplished educator, Dr Siva has published, presented, and taught at various regional, local, and international conferences in the area of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Ultrasound. Alongside her clinical work, Dr Siva has, since 2005, played a crucial role in training and supporting the professional development of sonographers at Sydney Ultrasound for Women.
Dr Ritu Mogra
MBBS, MS, FRANZCOG, DDU, COGU
Dr Ritu Mogra is a highly accomplished Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with subspecialty certification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound. She is renowned for her expertise in fetal medicine, with a distinguished career spanning clinical care, education and research.
Ritu’s journey began in India, where she completed her initial medical and obstetrics training. In 2001, she moved to Australia to pursue advanced training, where she discovered a profound passion for fetal medicine. Her dedication led her to subspecialise in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound at the prestigious Royal Prince Alfred (RPA) Hospital in Sydney. Her unique training experience – both in Australia and overseas, has endowed her with unparalleled clinical acumen, particularly in managing rare and complex obstetric complications.
Ritu perfected her expertise in fetal cardiology during her fellowship at King’s College Hospital, London, under the mentorship of the renowned Professor Lindsey Allan. This transformative experience shaped her subspecialty focus on early fetal echocardiography, particularly in the screening, diagnosis, and management of congenital heart defects. She has been instrumental in developing these advanced services at RPA Hospital and Sydney Ultrasound for Women, enhancing access to world-class care for patients across New South Wales.
Currently, Ritu serves as the Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital and as a consultant at Sydney Ultrasound for Women. Her clinical practice focuses on guiding patients through the diagnosis, counselling, and management of pregnancies affected by fetal abnormalities. For Ritu, the most fulfilling aspect of her work is providing compassionate and competent care to patients navigating the challenges of fetal anomalies.
With a heart full of passion, she mentors medical students, obstetrics registrars, and subspecialty trainees, both in Australia and internationally. As a core member of the COGU subspecialty and a COGU Subspecialty Examiner, she’s like the gatekeeper of knowledge, ensuring that future generations of doctors are well-equipped to tackle whatever comes their way.
Ritu believes that sharing knowledge is as vital as any medical intervention. And she’s not just about academia; she thrives on organising and leading courses and conferences for trainees and specialists. When it comes to spreading knowledge, she’s like a relentless firework, lighting up the sky with her enthusiasm!
Dr Ritu Mogra embodies excellence, compassion, and a lifelong commitment to advancing maternal-fetal medicine, inspiring colleagues and patients alike.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Ritu finds balance and inspiration through her spiritual journey. Her exploration of spirituality provides her with resilience and inner peace, grounding her amidst the demands of her career. An avid cook, she views the kitchen as an extension of her nurturing spirit, expressing love and connection through food. For Ritu, cooking is a soulful activity that strengthens bonds and creates cherished memories with those around her.
Dr Patricia Lai
MB BS (SYD), FRANZCOG, DDU, COGU
Dr Patricia Lai is an obstetrician and gynaecologist who sub-specialises in Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound. Patricia is a graduate of Sydney University, having obtained her Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound in 2007 and her Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (FRANZCOG) in 2008. Further training was undertaken at the Fetal Medicine Unit at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA) and Sydney Ultrasound for Women (SUFW). In 2009 Patricia attained the Certificate of Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU) subspecialty qualification.
Patricia has worked as a consultant (VMO) at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in the Fetal Medicine Unit and is currently part of the medical specialist team at SUFW.
Patricia has been a committee member of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (RANZCOG) subspecialty committee for COGU since 2012. She served as deputy chair from 2016 to 2018, and has been elected chair of the RANZCOG COGU subspecialty committee from 2018 to 2021.
She is also currently a member of the Australasian Society of Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound (AAOGU).
Patricia is also actively involved in teaching of registrars and Fellows from both RPA and Liverpool hospitals. She is involved in teaching and presentations at sonographer and genetic counsellor meetings within SUFW and externally to General Practioners and at National meetings including conferences for the Australian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM). She is also an examiner for the COGU subspecialty.
As an SUFW specialist doctor, she performs all aspects of gynaecological ultrasounds and procedures including deep infiltrating endometriosis directed scans, as well as obstetric ultrasound and related invasive procedures.
As a mother, Patricia can empathise with the issues of balancing, work and family responsibilities. She understands the stressors surrounding pregnancy and finds that antenatal investigation plays a major role in providing total patient care.
A/Prof Fergus Scott
MB BS (UNSW), FRANZCOG, DDU, COGU
Fergus Scott is an Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales. He graduated from Monash University in Melbourne. He undertook subspecialty training in the Fetal Medicine Units at King George V Hospital, Sydney and in the Mater Hospital, Brisbane. On completion of his subspecialty training he was the only Australian obstetrician with two subspecialties in both Maternal Fetal Medicine and Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound.
Fergus has served as an examiner for the Diploma of Medical Ultrasound and the Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound, as well as being on the Medical Council of the Australasian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine (ASUM) and became the ASUM President. He was on the medical council of the World Federation of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology representing ASUM, as well as being on the subspecialty committee for Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound for the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologist and is a past chairman of that committee.
Fergus first started working with Sydney Ultrasound for Women (SUFW) in 1996 and became a partner six months later. “Dealing with healthy people having a child is one of the few happy events in medicine,” commented Fergus. “One area of this that makes a real difference is ultrasound and prenatal diagnosis.”
Although dealing with what is perceived as women’s health, Fergus tends to think of it as the reproductive health of the couple. “Although much of it affects the female physically, it is usually a couple that enjoys the good news or copes with the bad news,” said Fergus.
His main interest had been in prenatal diagnosis and prenatal screening, including NIPT, Nuchal Translucency, CVS and amniocentesis. It is an area he believes makes the most difference. The affect of abnormality on a child involves the whole of its life and the affect on the family is enormous.
Fergus said Sydney Ultrasound for Women is often used for second opinions by other practices. Having respect from his medical peers is absolutely imperative. “The majority of our patients are referred to us by obstetricians and GPs and their trust in our ability has been instrumental in the growth of Sydney Ultrasound for Women.”
“We try to provide an all-encompassing care package from an obstetric and gynaecologic point of view,” he said. “We aim to operate at the leading edge of our field. When developments emerge regarding prenatal diagnosis, we try to adopt them as soon as possible.”
“Having introduced NT screening into Australia, and now being the largest provider of NIPT, we feel that we are producing the best results the test is capable of achieving and try to improve with each new technological development.”
Dr Kathryn Graham
BMedSc (Hons), MBBS, FRANZCOG, DDU, COGU
Dr Kathryn Graham is a Specialist Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with sub-specialty qualifications in Obstetrics and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU).
Kathryn completed her medical degree at the University of Sydney and went on to complete her obstetrics and gynaecology specialist training at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPA).
Kathryn has worked as a consultant in the Fetal Medicine units at RPA and Westmead Hospitals, as well as in the private sector. In addition to being a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Sydney Ultrasound for Women, Kathryn is also a Senior Consultant in the Department of Fetal Medicine at RPA.
She is on the board of examiners for the Australasian Society for Ultrasound in Medicine, a committee member of the Australian Association of Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasonologists, an associate lecturer for The University of Sydney as well as a committee member for the Western Sydney University graduate diploma in Obstetric and Gynaecological Sonography. As well as presenting at regional, national and international conferences on obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound, Kathryn has published research in obstetric ultrasound and is actively involved in teaching medical students, registrars and fellows in obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound.
With a particular interest in deep infiltrating endometriosis, gynaecological ultrasound and procedures, as well as being highly trained in obstetric ultrasound and prenatal diagnosis, Kathryn is committed to providing high level clinical care to her patients in a compassionate and understanding way.
Dr Sumathi Rajendran
MBBS, FRANZCOG, DDU, COGU
Dr Sumathi Rajendran is a dedicated staff specialist at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, where she works across both the Fetal Medicine and General Obstetrics departments. As a lead clinician in the Hypertensive Diseases in Pregnancy (HDP) and Fetal Growth Restriction clinic, Sumathi plays a key role in the care and management of high-risk pregnancies, focusing on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions that can affect maternal and fetal health.
With a strong commitment to high-risk antenatal care, Sumathi continues to manage a public labour ward and is actively involved in delivering babies while also teaching the next generation of doctors. Her clinical expertise spans a range of obstetric issues, with special interests in pre-eclampsia, fetal growth restriction, and the implementation of cutting-edge research in these fields.
Sumathi is particularly passionate about advancing the screening and understanding of pre-eclampsia and the development of biomarkers to improve early diagnosis and patient outcomes. She is deeply involved in clinical research and is a term supervisor for resident medical officers rotating through obstetrics and gynaecology. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, Sumathi plays a significant role in clinical governance, coordinating high-risk antenatal care pathways and ensuring best practices for patient care. She is also an examiner for the Diploma in Diagnostic Ultrasound and serves as a committee member of the Australian Association of Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasonologists.
Regularly contributing to the gynaecology and gynaeoncology multi-disciplinary team meetings as an ultrasound specialist, Sumathi’s specialised skills in endometriosis scanning and gynaecological oncology ultrasound make her a valuable member of the clinical team at Sydney Ultrasound for Women.
With a commitment to education, research, and clinical excellence, Sumathi strives to provide comprehensive, compassionate care for all women, especially those facing complex obstetric challenges.
Dr Jose Garcia Flores
FRANZCOG, DDU, COGU
Dr Jose Garcia Flores is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a sub-specialisation certification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Ultrasound (COGU).
Jose has a special interest in complex Fetal Medicine cases, including complicated multiple pregnancies and managing pregnancies affected with fetal congenital anomalies and genetic conditions.
Having trained as an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Specialist in Spain, Jose worked in busy tertiary high-risk pregnancy and O&G Ultrasound units across Madrid (Spain). Since moving to Sydney in 2017, he has focused his career within the O&G Ultrasound field and in 2019 he became a Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (FRANZCOG), as well as obtaining a Diploma of Diagnostic Ultrasound (DDU) in 2020. His pursuit of excellence led him to undertake an additional three-year fellowship to achieve the Certification in Obstetric and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU) subspecialty in 2023.
Jose’s professional commitments extend beyond Sydney Ultrasound for Women. He also serves as a Staff Specialist in the Fetal Medicine & Ultrasound Unit at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital where he offers specialised consultations, conducts fetal medicine invasive procedures, and handles complex gynaecological ultrasound cases, including those involving endometriosis and gynaecological oncology. He has also completed a Postgraduate Program in Fetal Neurology through the University of Barcelona (Spain), reflecting his keen interest in this specialised area.
Passionate about education, Jose is heavily involved with teaching O&G and subspecialist trainees, as well as medical students. He currently holds the position of Clinical Senior Lecturer at the University of Sydney. Furthermore, his commitment to advancing the field is evident through his membership on the O&G Ultrasound Subspecialty Committee at the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, and his substantial contributions to research which are published in peer-reviewed journals.
