—— ABOUT US ——
Expert care, built around women
Thrive is led by a doctor. Every consultation, every treatment, every aftercare plan is grounded in clinical training and a genuine concern for the woman in front of us.
FOUNDER · MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Dr. Mildred Ponu-McKibbin
IDC IMC 409574
Dr Mildred Ponu-McKibbin
—— MEET YOUR PRACTITIONER
MBCHB, MICGP, MPH, Dip Derm, Dip Womens Health
I founded Thrive to provide women in Galway with expert aesthetic and intimate wellness care in a welcoming, respectful environment.
For too long, many women's health concerns have been minimised or accepted as something they simply have to live with. My vision for Thrive is to offer evidence-based care, practical solutions, and a safe space where women feel comfortable discussing even the most sensitive concerns, enabling them to feel fully at home in their bodies.
As a practising General Practitioner, my interest in intimate wellness developed through caring for women experiencing persistent genitourinary symptoms while facing lengthy waits for specialist services. Thrive was created to bridge that gap by providing timely, compassionate, and clinically grounded treatment.
I graduated from the University of Cape Town and later moved to the West of Ireland to complete my specialist training in General Practice. I also hold a Master's degree in Public Health from the University of Liverpool, and Diplomas in Women's Health and in Dermatology. My specialist training includes aesthetic gynaecology with Dr Bader through the European Society of Aesthetic Gynaecology and the UMA Academy Amsterdam. I am also fully certified in the administration of anti-wrinkle and dermal fillers.
My approach is rooted in clinical excellence, honesty, and genuine patient-centred care. Above all, I want every woman who visits Thrive to feel heard, respected, and confident that she is receiving the highest standard of treatment and support.
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
✦ Medical Doctor (GP)
✦ Master's degree in Public Health (University of Liverpool)
✦ Diploma in Women's Health
✦ Diploma in Dermatology
✦ Trained with the European Society of Aesthetic Gynaecology
✦ Fully certified in the administration of anti-wrinkle and dermal fillers
—— OUR MISSION ——
Your safety and confidence are at the heart of everything we do.
We believe aesthetic treatments should enhance - not change - who you are, which is why we take a thoughtful, measured approach to every appointment. We blend clinical expertise with artistic precision, ensuring each treatment is tailored to your unique features and goals. You deserve to feel confident in your skin - and we’re here to help you achieve that by creating an experience that feels calm and comfortable.
—— WHAT GUIDES US ——
The care behind every treatment
We will never recommend a treatment you don't need. We will always recommend the one that is right for you.
Safety First
Every treatment is non-surgical, evidence-based, and carried out to the highest medical standard - your wellbeing always comes before anything else.
Inclusive by design
We welcome women of all ages, backgrounds, sizes, and ethnicities - without exception, and without judgement.
Honest, unhurried care
We take the time to listen and explain. You’ll only ever be recommended what’s genuinely right for you - at your pace, with no pressure.
The best place to start is a confidential consultation - a relaxed conversation about you, your goals, and how we can help.
Meet us in person
Completely confidential · No obligation · Expert guidance