FPM Dean calls for collaboration on pelvic pain and endometriosis care
The FPM Dean has written to the Victorian Health Minister, the Hon. Mary-Anne Thomas MP in response to her recent ministerial statement on pelvic pain and endometriosis care.
Dr Dilip Kapur’s letter calls for collaboration to improve care for women and young girls living with persistent pelvic pain and endometriosis.
The letter responds to the ministerial statement released on 26 February regarding surgical malpractice allegations in a Melbourne private hospital. It highlights PS15: Statement on pelvic pain and endometriosis (2025) and calls for reform in three key areas:
Patient-centred care – integrating contemporary pain science, ensuring equitable access to multidisciplinary services, and providing culturally safe pain education.
Evidence-based practice – supporting clinicians to deliver care aligned with the latest clinical standards.
High-value care – enabling clinicians to identify low-value practices and raise concerns where care falls short.
The faculty is committed to working with government and stakeholders to shape policy, improve service design, and ensure better outcomes for women and young girls.
