Women’s Health

  • Contraception

  • Cervical smears

  • Breast checks

  • Pregnancy tests

  • Menopause

  • Family planning

“Women have unique biological, psychological, and social needs. They experience various reproductive milestones, from menstruation to menopause, along with conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) , endometriosis, pre menstrual syndrome. Specialized care is crucial to address these areas, alongside contraceptive options, pregnancy, and menopause management. We want women to feel listened to that’s why a female GP is here to provide personalized care. My mission is to support women through these transitions with understanding and compassion, ensuring that each woman feels empowered and equipped to navigate her unique health journey”.

Dr. Rita Maia

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  • The contraception consultation will help you make informed decisions about your reproductive health. Whether you're considering starting contraception for the first time, looking to switch methods, or have questions about your current contraceptive, we are here to help.

  • If you need a smear test and would like to do this privately, whether for convenience or if you've had a difficult experience in the past, you'll find

    that having an experienced female GP with an interest in women's health can make a significant difference. We are skilled in creating a comfortable and supportive environment, ensuring a more positive experience

  • We tailor our recommendations based on your previous results:

    If you've tested positive for human papilloma virus (HPV) in a previous screening, we recommend booking a test each year.

    If your last test was negative for HPV, we suggest waiting one to two years before your next screening.

    Please note the Smear test is sent to the lab so there is a laboratory fee in addition to the appointment.

  • This appointment covers discussion of your symptoms, family history and your medical history and comprehensive breast examination.

    If necessary, Additional imaging tests such as mammograms or ultrasounds may be recommended

  • In the UK the life expectancy is 82.6 years so most women will be spending over a third of their lives in menopause.

    We are now talking about menopause more openly and with our GP services we hope to help in this transition more smoothly.

    Research has shown that average time frequent menopausal symptoms lasted was 7.4 years. For some women, they can last more than ten years.

    Our service is here to discuss your concerns and to guide you in this transition.

    This appointment covers assessment, Discussion of HRT options and benefit. Hormone level testing when adequate and lifestyle and dietary advice.

Services

Special Programs

Ready, Set, Baby! - Pre Pregnancy Checks

  • This is for women who want to start trying for a family and includes a comprehensive blood test including :

    • Full blood count

    • Blood group and rhesus type

    • Atypical antibody screen

    • Haemoglobin electrophoresis

    • Syphilis, Rubella, Toxoplasma, Hepatitis C, Hepatitis B, Varicella Zoster, HIV, CMV

    • Glucose & Vitamin D

    • Thyroid function

    Or women who have just had a positive pregnancy test and want to confirm their pregnancy and get advice for the next steps.

    Women who have just discovered they are pregnant and are in their first trimester (first 3 months of pregnancy).

  • Prices on request.

Thrive Through Menopause - 4 Step Journey

  • Step 1: Discovery & Insight

    Kick off with a 60-minute consultation where we dive into your symptoms, lifestyle, and nutrition. Please complete the detailed questionnaire in advance. During this session, we can arrange blood tests and explore whether a personalized functional medicine approach could benefit you.

    Step 2: Personalized Path Forward

    A 20-minute follow-up session one week later to discuss your blood test results and create a tailored action plan. This is also the time to assess if advanced functional testing could be valuable. Our wellness team is available to provide additional support for sleep, relaxation, weight management, and muscle strength.

    Step 3: Progress Check-In

    Six weeks later, a 20-minute session to review your journey so far. We will address any questions or concerns, ensuring everything is on track for your well-being.

    Step 4: Reassessment & Adjustment

    A 30-minute appointment at the three-month mark to evaluate your progress and adjust your hormone therapy (HRT) or any other aspect of your treatment plan as needed, focusing on how you are feeling overall.

  • Step 1: Discovery & Insight

    £210

    Step 2: Personalized Path Forward

    £50

    Step 3: Progress Check-In

    £95

    Step 4: Reassessment & Adjustment

    £105

Empowering woman

We listen, we care, because every woman’s health journey is different.

Each woman is unique

Understanding every woman’s unique needs with empathy and expertise.

Care for all ages

Listening, understanding, and caring because every woman matters.

  • “The menopause service has changed my life. I had sought help with my NHS GP and was consistently told I was too young to start HRT, that my symptoms were more likely due to a stressful job and perhaps I should consider treatment for anxiety and depression instead. My family history was ignored and I was told it would be a clinical error to prescribe me HRT.”

    Anonymous

  • The menopause service provided me a safer space to talk, to review symptoms and provided me with much better information about the pros and cons of HRT. The updated blood tests also showed it was appropriate to start HRT. Within weeks the majority of my symptoms disappeared. My baseline level of anxiety was vastly improved, and I noted substantially less irritability (so did my husband!). I finally regularly slept through the night and could get back to sleep if I did wake. My energy levels and brain fog improved. My night sweats were eliminated and my menstrual cycle was more regular and substantially less painful. But perhaps most importantly I finally felt joy and started to look forward to things. This had been lacking for over 5 years. Thank you!”

    Anonymous

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