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DES follow-up


DES Follow-up

The service provides annual follow-up for women whose mothers were given DES (Diethylstilbestrol) during their pregnancy.



Women are offered a general gynaecological check-up that includes a special pap smear, colposcopy examination and a breast check. Advice about long term risks, follow-up investigations, pregnancy complications, menopause and possible effects on granddaughters is provided.

Clinical Head: Dr Ross Pagano

How to refer


Referral letter

Hours and days of service operation


Friday morning

Please bring to the appointment:


  • Referral Letter
  • Test results/Imaging
  • Medicare Card
  • Health Care Card
  • Date of last pap smear test.

Location and contact details


Service Contact: Dr Ross Pagano
Phone: (03) 9221 5077
Fax: (03) 9221 5277
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