Who are we?
Mahila “महिला” = Woman (Hindi)
Mahila was created in 2025 by Dr Vidya Prabhu and Dermal Clinician Claire Steenhuis, with an aim to fill the gap in women’s health care and provide a safe and welcoming space to educate and assist our patients on their health care journey.
Claire received her bachelor's degree in Dermal Sciences in 2022, graduating with High Distinctions from Victoria University. Prior to this she undertook a Diploma of Beauty Therapies and was the owner/operator of her skin clinic for 10 years.
Claire is passionate about educating her patients to better understand their skin, allowing her to achieve amazing results, while making women look and feel better. Her drive to learn has seen her worth with some of the top skincare companies and modalities, and she is constantly upskilling and staying on top of the latest scientific research in order to provide the most up to date protocols for her patients.
Claire instantly gravitated to Dr Vidya and leapt at the chance to open a holistic Women’s Clinic that could allow patients to be seen and treated from every angle.
Dr Vidya Prabhu brings over 15 years of experience as a General Practitioner to Mahila Women’s Clinic. Her expertise spans family and general medicine, with a strong focus on women’s health.
In the realm of women’s health, Dr Vidya has specific interests in menopause management, sexual health and contraception, endometriosis, and pelvic pain, as well as providing gender-affirming care. She is committed to addressing the complex health needs of women through a holistic and collaborative approach, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their health.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr Vidya is passionate about teaching and mentoring future general practitioners. She has led an Endo and Pelvic Pain Clinic at a leading corporate entity, where she has trained GP’s to deliver collaborative care in these specialised areas. Her dedication to both patient care and education reflects her commitment to improving women’s health outcomes.
Dr Vidya and Claire have grand plans for expansion, hoping to add further allied health and medical professionals to their team in the future, ensuring that all women who walk through their doors can leave feeling empowered with the treatments and answers they need.