Pregnancy & birth
Private obstetric care
Continuity with an experienced obstetrician throughout pregnancy, with clear guidance, individual birth planning and care at Mater Mothers' Private Townsville.
Explore pregnancy care →Specialist care · Townsville
Women's healthcare, made deeply personal.
Private obstetric and gynaecological care with Dr Berna Venter—combining clinical experience with clarity, continuity and genuine compassion.
15+years of specialist experience
Privatepersonalised, specialist-led care
Dr Berna VenterMBChB (Pret), FRANZCOG, MMed (O&G)
Coral Sea Women's Health is a boutique specialist practice for women across Townsville and North Queensland.
How we care for you
Expert medicine.
Human connection.
Every woman deserves time to be heard, straightforward answers and a plan shaped around her life. Our care is specialist-led, considered and personal—from the first conversation onward.
Women's health
Gynaecology
Thoughtful assessment and evidence-based treatment for gynaecological concerns, delivered with sensitivity and without rushing.
Explore gynaecology →Planning ahead
Pre-pregnancy support
Practical, compassionate advice for women and couples preparing for pregnancy or seeking clarity about what comes next.
Start planning →Our patient promise
“You should leave every appointment feeling heard, informed and confident about what comes next.”
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ContinuityCare centred on an ongoing relationship—not a revolving door.
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ClarityPlain-language explanations and time for every question.
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RespectIndividual decisions supported without judgement.
Care for every
chapter of womanhoodObstetrics · Gynaecology
chapter of womanhoodObstetrics · Gynaecology
Meet your specialist
Dr Berna Venter
Experienced, direct and deeply compassionate—Dr Venter believes excellent healthcare starts with listening.
With more than 15 years of specialist experience across South Africa and Australia, Dr Venter brings broad clinical judgement and a calm, practical approach to every consultation.
MBChB (Pret)FRANZCOGMMed (O&G)
Meet Dr Venter →Care through every chapter
Women's health changes.
Your care should listen.
From the questions that come with a first period to pregnancy, pelvic health and menopause, we provide thoughtful specialist care for the chapter you are in now.
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Periods & pelvic health
When symptoms begin to shape your everyday life.
Explore gynaecology →02Planning & pregnancy
Calm guidance from preparing to welcoming your baby.
Explore obstetrics →03Midlife & menopause
Clear, individual care as your body and needs change.
Explore women's health →A little more clarity
Trusted information to read in your own time.
Our new resource library brings together reliable Australian information about pregnancy, birth and gynaecological health.
Your first visit
A simple path to specialist care.
Contact our team
Call or email and tell us how we can help.
Send your referral
A valid GP referral allows access to applicable Medicare rebates.
We arrange your visit
We confirm your appointment, location and what to bring.
Meet Dr Venter
Bring your questions. You'll have time to discuss them properly.
Mater Private Hospital · PimlicoFind us in Townsville
Specialist care, close to home.
We are currently consulting from Suite 3 at Mater Medical Suites while our permanent Coral Sea Women's Health home is being completed.
Current consulting rooms · Suite 3Level 2, Suite 3, Mater Medical Suites25 Fulham Road, Pimlico QLD 4812
Our permanent home
Location details →Suite 10 · Mater Medical Suites
Opening once construction is completeWe’re here to help
Let’s arrange your care.
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