Our team
Behind Melbourne Maternal Fetal Medicine is a team committed to making every step of your pregnancy feel supported, informed, and cared for. From your appointments with Dr Ini to the warm guidance you receive from the wider practice team, you’ll be met with professionalism, kindness, and genuine understanding throughout your journey.
Dr Iniyaval (Ini) Thevathasan
maternal fetal medicine subspecialist obstetrician
Kimberley
Practice Manager
Lisa
Receptionist
Pregnancy Care Services
That Leaves a Lasting Impression
Hearing from women and families who’ve received care at Melbourne Maternal Fetal Medicine offers a meaningful glimpse into what thoughtful, specialist-led pregnancy care can feel like. Their experiences reflect not just the clinical support provided but the sense of trust, calm, and understanding that shaped their journey.
EXCELLENT Based on 98 reviews Laura Gunns2026-07-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We feel so lucky to have had Dr. Ini as our obstetrician for both of our pregnancies. She is so knowledgeable and professional, but also kind and funny. We honestly couldn't recommend her more highly and have had many friends also see her. Kimberley the Practice Manager was also always helpful and good for a laugh. Thank you for everything! Ella Barling2026-07-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Cannot recommend Ini and her team more! She is so knowledgeable, experienced and took the time go answer all my many questions. I came out of every appointment feeling so reassured and supported. She was so comforting during the birth also. See you for baby number 2! 😊 Tara Crivari2026-06-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend Dr. Ini highly enough. Throughout my entire pregnancy, the ongoing care was absolutely beautiful—I always felt so supported, heard, and looked after. When it came to the birth, Dr. Ini demonstrated amazing professionalism, making a momentous experience feel safe and calm. A special thank you Kimberley and her wonderful reception team as well, who are always so welcoming, organised and helpful. Thank you for everything! Sara “SaraS” S2026-06-23Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr Ini and her team were amazing. I highly recommend working with Ini she is soo kind, gentle, understanding, knowledgeable and experienced. She has an amazing sense of humour and made me feel comfortable and at ease from day one. After having a bad experience previously in the public system i was afraid to do it all again. A friend recommended me to see Ini and I’m so happy I did. This whole experience was completely different and my recovery was a thousand times better. I will never forget Ini and all she has done for me. Kalinda Scheef2026-06-12Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr Ini delivered our first child and we are very grateful that she could be our obstetrician. She was mindful of our preferences and supportive during pregnancy and labour. She always let us know if she was running late (which was rare) and answered any questions we had between appointments promptly. She was kind enough to deliver our baby on a Sunday and was there whenever we needed her. We will be recommending her to all our friends. Thankyou Dr Ini! dayna lind2026-06-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr Ini was absolutely exceptional throughout my pregnancy and birth journey. She was calm, kind, and incredibly thorough, always taking the time to answer my questions and ensure I felt informed and supported. What I appreciated most was how she empowered me to lead the decision-making about the type of birth I wanted. She respected my wishes while also making sure I fully understood all options and considerations. I always felt that both my safety and my baby’s safety were her highest priorities, and I knew I was in the best hands. Dr Ini took time out of her weekend to do daily visits in the hospital on Saturday and Sunday just to see how I was and if I needed anything. She really went above and beyond to ensure I was very well cared for. Thanks to Dr Ini’s expertise, compassion, and genuine care, I had an overwhelmingly positive birth experience. I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for an obstetrician who will listen, support, and guide them every step of the way. Isobel Iredale2026-06-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We went to Dr Ini for our third baby and felt instantly calm in her presence. After having two premature babies previously in the public system, I was immediately put at ease by her confidence, expertise, and reassurance that this pregnancy was in excellent hands. From every appointment through to the birth itself, I genuinely cannot fault the care I received. I was incredibly grateful that Dr Ini was present at every appointment, which made us feel so supported and cared for throughout the entire journey. She is professional, knowledgeable, caring, and has an exceptional bedside manner. I honestly don't know how she manages it all so seamlessly! We welcomed a healthy baby at 39 weeks and couldn't be more grateful. I cannot recommend Dr Ini highly enough - we love Ini!! Jess Dcruze2026-06-04Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Being under Dr Ini's care was so special. I felt so looked after with all the complications and worries I had. I was always reassured, comforted yet transparent with exceptional professionalism as well. I couldn't have asked for better support. My child is here in this world, healthy and joyful, because of such utter attention and care. Highly recommend. Thank you so much Dr Ini. Jasmin Wanes2026-06-01Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Could not recommend Dr Ini more highly - the level of care, support and expertise I experienced were second to none! She made such a special event in our lives even more special and we can not thank her enough. Brigette Vallance2026-05-24Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I would give Dr Ini one thousand stars if I could. 5 isn’t enough! She is the most caring, kind, knowledgeable and talented OBGYN. She brought both my babies into the world and it was the most beautiful experience I could have imagined; from the first appointment to the last.