Dr Maria da Costa

Dr. Maria da Costa has been a General Practitioner (GP) for over 35 years since completing her MBBS (Hons II) at the University of Sydney in 1988. After her internship and residency at Westmead Hospital, Concord Hospital, and The Children’s Hospital in Camperdown, Dr. da Costa went on to complete her FRACGP (Fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners) in 1993.

Throughout her career, Dr. da Costa has gained extensive experience in all aspects of general practice, with a special focus on women’s health and antenatal care. She offers comprehensive preconception and antenatal care, working with her patients throughout their pregnancies. Dr. da Costa is also skilled in managing chronic diseases, such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.

She has completed further training at the Menopause Clinic and Women’s Hospital, Paddington, and is passionate about women’s health, including managing menopausal symptoms and offering hormonal replacement therapy.

Dr. da Costa has contributed to research in women’s health, antenatal care, and chronic disease management. Her research includes studies on early intervention for chronic conditions and mental health, as well as vaccination and health risks for travelers. She has also been involved in research on menopause care and hormone therapy and has contributed to public health initiatives in these areas.

Dr. da Costa has been a speaker at medical conferences and has published in medical journals on women's health and preventative care, particularly focusing on mental health and chronic disease prevention.

• Awarded for Excellence in Women’s Health Care

• Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to Antenatal and Preventative Care

• Honored for Leadership in Mental Health and Chronic Disease Management

• Nominated for Best GP in Travel Medicine

Dr. da Costa has authored several research papers and articles on women’s health, antenatal care, and chronic disease management. Her publications focus on preventative health, travel health, and mental health. Dr. da Costa is an advocate for early diagnosis and preventative care, and her research has influenced clinical practices in women’s health and chronic disease management.