Endometriosis Surgery Concerns After Treatment by Dr Simon Gordon?
If you had endometriosis or pelvic‑pain surgery with Dr Simon Gordon at Epworth or Endo Health and are now worried about what happened, you may have legal options — including an individual medical negligence claim — even if a class action is being investigated. Media reports and regulatory reviews have highlighted serious concerns about some endometriosis and pelvic‑pain surgeries in Victoria, while confirming that investigations are ongoing and no findings of liability have been made.
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What’s Happening with Endometriosis Surgery in Victoria?
Recent investigations and media coverage — including the ABC’s Four Corners program — have raised serious concerns about some endometriosis and pelvic‑pain surgeries performed in Victoria, including surgeries by Dr Simon Gordon at Epworth and Endo Health. Women have spoken about repeated operations, pathology showing minimal or no endometriosis despite being told they had “severe” disease, removal of ovaries or uterus, and long‑term effects on pain, fertility and daily life.
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) has acknowledged patient distress and is actively reviewing these matters. Dr Gordon is no longer practising and his registration has been surrendered; he denies wrongdoing and no findings of negligence or liability have been made.
This page does not decide those questions. It is here to help you understand your legal options if you are worried about your own treatment, whether with Dr Gordon or another practitioner.
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Tell us about your situation. Your conversation with us is obligation-free — there is no pressure to proceed.
A Women‑Led Team You Can Talk To
Four members of our medical negligence team — partners Zoe Zaparas, Pey‑Chiann Hor and Rebecca Christofidis, and lawyer Laura Powell — can explain what’s happening, what “medical negligence” means in this context, and why a class action is not the only option.
We understand that talking about gynaecological surgery and fertility can be deeply personal and distressing. Our women‑led team offers trauma‑informed support and a safe, respectful space to tell your story in your own words.
Were You Treated by Dr Simon Gordon at Epworth or Endo Health?
You may wish to seek legal advice if any of the following apply to you:
- You had endometriosis or pelvic‑pain surgery with Dr Simon Gordon at Epworth or Endo Health (including as far back as the late 1990s).
- You were told you had severe endometriosis or “extensive” disease and needed surgery quickly.
- There is a significant gap between what you were told about your condition and what your pathology reports later showed.
- You have had multiple repeat surgeries and still experience significant pain or complications.
- You had your ovaries or uterus removed and now face long‑term consequences for your health, fertility, and daily life.
Even if your surgery was years ago, and even if you are not sure whether anything “went wrong”, you are allowed to have doubts and to ask for answers. If any of these situations sound familiar, you can contact us for a free, confidential review of your surgery and medical records.
Do I Have to Join a Class Action?
No. A class action is one legal pathway, but it is not the only one — and it is not always the best one for every woman. If you have been contacted about a potential endometriosis surgery class action in Victoria, you can still get your own independent advice before you sign anything.
What Is a Class Action, in Simple Terms?
- Many people with similar claims are brought together into a single case.
- A litigation funder often pays the costs and, if the case succeeds, may take a significant percentage of any settlement in addition to legal costs.
- The outcome is usually a single “global” settlement divided among all group members, after funder and legal fees.
Endometriosis Class Action vs Individual Claim
| Option | What it usually involves | Potential benefits | Things to be aware of |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class action | One case for many women, usually funded by a litigation funder | Risk and cost shared across the group, can be efficient for very large numbers of similar claims | Your individual story may get less attention, settlement is shared and reduced by funder/legal fees, timetable is driven by funder and lead lawyers |
| Individual claim with Zaparas | A case built around your specific surgeries, injuries and losses | Tailored strategy and potential outcomes for your level of injury, direct relationship with your legal team, timing aligned with your needs | Requires careful individual assessment of your medical records and circumstances |
Class actions are right for some women. But many may be better served by their own claim, particularly where injuries and losses are significant or complex. Before you sign any class action agreement, it is worth getting independent advice about whether an individual medical negligence claim could be a better option for you.
Why an Individual Endometriosis Negligence Claim May Be Right for You
An individual medical negligence claim is about your surgeries, your injuries, your losses and your life. It allows your case to be assessed and pursued on its own merits, rather than as one of many in a group.
Tailored to You
Your case strategy reflects your specific operations, pathology, complications, fertility concerns and financial situation — not a one‑size‑fits‑all approach.
Potential for More Appropriate Outcomes
Particularly for women with significant or “mid‑range” injuries, an individual claim may deliver a better outcome than a diluted share of a group settlement.
Your Timeline, Not a Funder’s
Your claim progresses according to what is appropriate for you, not just when it suits a litigation funder or group timetable.
Closer Relationship with Your Legal Team
You have a direct, one‑on‑one relationship with your lawyers, regular personal updates, and space to tell your story in detail.
Zaparas does not run class actions. Our advice is focused on your individual position and what is best for you.
Our Process — What to Expect
Your first step is a free, confidential and no‑obligation conversation with our medical negligence team. From there, we follow a structured but personalised process.
Five Simple Steps
From your first conversation to ongoing support, we guide you through every stage.
What Is Medical Negligence in This Context?
Medical negligence (or medical malpractice) is not simply a bad outcome. It involves four key elements, considered together.
1. Duty of Care
You received care from a health professional (for example, a surgeon, hospital, or clinic) who owed you a duty to provide reasonably competent treatment.
2. Breach of Duty
The care you received fell below an acceptable standard — compared with what a reasonably competent practitioner in the same field would have done.
3. Causation
That substandard care caused or materially contributed to your injury, rather than your outcome being the result of underlying disease or acceptable risk.
4. Damage
You suffered loss — for example, physical pain, complications, loss of fertility, disability, psychological harm, income loss, or the need for further treatment.
In Endometriosis Cases, Potential Issues Might Include
- Surgery that may not have been clinically necessary, or was more extensive than reasonably required.
- Removal of ovaries or uterus where pathology later showed minimal or no endometriosis.
- Inadequate explanation of risks, alternatives, or uncertainties before surgery.
- Failure to consider or discuss conservative or non‑surgical treatment options.
- Inadequate follow‑up or response to complications.
Not every poor outcome is negligence. Every case is fact‑specific and must be carefully assessed on its own medical records and expert evidence.
What If My Surgery Was Years Ago?
Time limits do exist, but they are more nuanced than a simple fixed period from the date of surgery. In many medical negligence claims, the limitation period depends on when you knew, or should reasonably have known, that you had suffered a significant injury caused by possible negligence.
Courts sometimes have discretion to grant extensions in certain circumstances — for example, where the connection between your surgery and your ongoing problems only became clear recently.
The key points are:
- If your surgery was some years ago, do not assume you are out of time.
- Getting advice quickly is important, because time limits are real and can affect your rights.
We can discuss time limits in detail as part of your initial free consultation and give you clear, practical guidance for your situation.
How Zaparas Lawyers Can Help
Zaparas Lawyers is a family‑run, plaintiff‑only firm that has acted for injured Victorians for more than 40 years. Over that time, we have recovered significant compensation for people injured through medical negligence, workplace incidents, transport accidents and other situations.
We:
- Act only for injured people — never for insurers or large corporates.
- Are recognised as a First Tier personal injury firm in independent rankings such as Doyle’s Guide, with multiple individually ranked lawyers. These rankings are independently assessed and earned on merit — they cannot be bought.
- Have more than 200 professionals across Melbourne and regional Victoria, and speak over 30 languages.
- Work on a 100% No Win, No Fee basis for medical negligence claims — you do not pay our professional fees if your claim does not succeed, and we cover all upfront costs.
As a First Tier firm with decades of plaintiff experience, we understand how insurers assess and respond to medical negligence claims — and we know how to hold them to account.
Our Endometriosis Surgery Work
We are already advising and representing women who were treated by Dr Simon Gordon in relation to their individual concerns. We are also carefully assessing potential medical negligence claims relating to endometriosis and other gynaecological procedures.
We are not running a class action in relation to these issues. Our focus is on individual claims and on helping each woman understand her own options and potential entitlements.
Our 100% No Win, No Fee Guarantee
We believe that every woman who has concerns about her surgery deserves access to experienced legal advice — regardless of her financial situation. That is why we offer a genuine 100% No Win, No Fee guarantee for medical negligence claims.
What This Means in Practice
You pay nothing unless we win your case
Our professional fees are only payable if your claim succeeds. If it does not succeed, you owe us nothing.
All upfront costs are covered by us
Medical negligence claims require expensive medical reports, independent expert evidence, hospital record retrieval, and court filing fees. We fund all of these costs throughout your claim — you are not asked to pay anything out of pocket at any stage.
Zero financial risk to you and your family
You will never receive an unexpected bill from us. If your claim is unsuccessful, you do not repay the costs we have outlaid on your behalf.
Complete transparency from the outset
Before we begin any work, we explain our cost structure clearly and in plain language, so you understand exactly how it works. There are no hidden fees and no surprises.
Many women hesitate to seek legal advice because they worry about the cost. Our guarantee is designed to remove that barrier entirely. Your initial conversation with us is free, confidential and obligation‑free — you will not be pressured to proceed, and there is no commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Being contacted about a class action does not lock you in or prevent you from getting independent legal advice. In fact, we strongly recommend you understand both options before you sign anything. An individual claim may be better for some women, particularly where injuries and losses are significant or complex.
Your initial conversation with us is free, confidential and obligation-free — there is no pressure to proceed and no commitment. If we take on your case, we work on a 100% No Win, No Fee basis for professional fees. We will explain the cost structure clearly at the outset and answer any questions you have.
If you have them, it helps to have: hospital and surgical discharge summaries, pathology reports, letters from your surgeon and GP, records of any repeat surgeries or complications, and notes on how your health, work and daily life have been affected. If you do not have these documents yet, that is okay — we can help you obtain them.
Most medical negligence claims resolve through negotiation or mediation, not a full trial. However, some cases do go to court if a fair resolution cannot be reached. We prepare each case carefully so you are in the best possible position, and we will guide you through every step.
Signing a consent form does not automatically prevent you from bringing a medical negligence claim. Consent must be informed — meaning you were properly told about the nature of the procedure, the risks, and reasonable alternatives. If the information you received was incomplete or misleading, consent may be an issue to explore.
If there is a significant gap between what you were told about your condition and what your pathology reports later showed, this is one of the situations that may warrant a careful legal and medical review. It does not automatically mean negligence has occurred, but it is a legitimate reason to seek advice.
Yes. Many women who contact us initially just want to understand what happened and what their options might be. Your conversation with us is free, confidential and obligation-free. You are not committing to taking legal action, and there is no pressure to proceed.
You Don’t Have to Face This Alone
If you are worried about your endometriosis or pelvic‑pain surgery — whether with Dr Simon Gordon at Epworth or Endo Health, or with another practitioner — you do not have to face these questions alone. You are allowed to have doubts. You are allowed to ask for answers. Your story matters.
Contact Zaparas Lawyers today for a free, confidential, no‑obligation conversation about your options.
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Disclaimer: This page provides general information only and is not a substitute for legal advice about your specific circumstances. Investigations into Dr Simon Gordon and related matters are ongoing. No findings of liability have been made, and he denies wrongdoing. Any examples given are generic and do not imply that negligence has occurred in any particular case. Past results and recognitions are not guarantees of future outcomes.