You may be looking for more specific information about Intrauterine Contraceptives or IUDs.
Services provided
- Contraception – Your GP can talk you through the various contraceptive options available and individualise management to suit your needs. Many GPs at Growlife Medical are trained in the insertion of sub-dermal hormonal implants and hormonal intra-uterine devices.
- Cervical screening
- STI screening and sexual health
- Urinary incontinence and vaginal prolapse
- Gynaecological conditions such as PCOS and endometriosis
- Period problems such as heavy periods or irregular periods
- Pre-conception and discussion about fertility
- Antenatal and postnatal pregnancy care
- Menopause
- Breast examinations
When addressing any of these, it is important to address the underlying problem and to have a clear understanding of your options. GPs take the time to listen, and can help you with questions like: Do you need to avoid oestrogen containing contraceptives? Do you prefer to be able to start and stop medication yourself? Does your bleeding require investigation?
Who Can Help?
Dr Jane Herbert is a GP with a special interest in women's health, and works at Highgate Hill. She is trained in Implanon and IUD insertion and removal. Jane also provides shared antenatal care through the Mater Mother’s Hospital.
Dr Sonja Morgan at Highgate Hill has a general interest in women's health, and has particular skills in pregnancy, lactation & the postnatal period. She is registered for Pregnancy Shared Care with Mater Hospital.
Dr Alison Holmes at Sherwood has a general interest in women's health and is registered for pregnancy shared care with Mater Hospital.
Dr Kate Pink at Highgate Hill has an interest in women's and children's health, and is skilled in assessing your contraceptive needs, including IUD insertion and removal, implants, as well as assessing symptoms of gynaecological origin.
Dr Emma Fist at Highgate Hill and Oxley has a particular interest in women’s health, including antenatal shared care and contraception. Emma is trained in the insertion and removal of contraceptive implants and hormone-releasing intrauterine devices (IUD).
We have close relationships with gynaecology specialists and women's health physios, and can facilitate efficient onward referral for more complex problems.
Phone us now on 07 3154 2393 to book your initial consultation.