Dr Fariba Behnia-Willison

Dr Fariba Behnia-Willison's work sits at the intersection of surgical practice, research, and community impact.
An Iranian-Australian endo-gynaecologist specialising in pelvic floor medicine, reconstructive surgery, and advanced laparoscopy, she is the founder of FBW Gynaecology Plus and SmartFem and co-founder of Desert Flower South Australia, providing holistic care and support to survivors of FGM and trauma.
Throughout her career, Fariba has seen the profound, often under-recognised impact of gynaecological conditions on women’s health, dignity, and quality of life, shaping her commitment to advancing treatment, awareness and pathways of care for women historically overlooked.
Her work spans clinical care, research, and innovation, including the TGA-approved Victoria Graft System for pelvic floor reconstruction, alongside advocacy for equitable, patient-centred women’s healthcare.
A multi-award-winning clinician and innovator, Fariba continues to bridge medical innovation and lived experience.

Oct. 29, 2026

Common, Not Normal: Pelvic Organ Prolapse & Urinary Incontinence

Close to four in ten Australian women experience urinary leakage. Many quietly change how they live and assume it’s simply part of having children or getting older. In this episode, Host, Dr Gavin Nimon (Orthopaedic Surgeon), interviews Adelaide gynaecologist Dr Fariba Behnia-Willison, who explains why prolapse and incontinence are common, but not something women should be expected to put up with. Fariba specialises in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. She walks through: ...

Guest: Dr Fariba Behnia-Willison

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