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Women’s Health

Long acting reversible contraception

We currently are unable to insert or remove contraceptive implants (Nexplanon), or insert coils (mirena etc), if you require this please book this at www.alleast.nhs.uk   

We are able to remove coils. To arrange a coil removal please request an appointment online.

Pregnancy

Congratulations if you have recently found out that you are pregnant. It is important to receive ante-natal care throughout your pregnancy. You can self refer for this by downloading the form and sending to the email below.

For more information about pregnancy and how to stay well click here:

Infertility

Infertility is when a couple cannot get pregnant (conceive) despite having regular unprotected sex.

Around 1 in 7 couples may have difficulty conceiving.About 84% of couples will conceive naturally within a year if they have regular unprotected sex (every 2 or 3 days).For couples who have been trying to conceive for more than 3 years without success, the likelihood of getting pregnant naturally within the next year is 1 in 4, or less.

Getting help

Some people get pregnant quickly, but for others it can take longer. It's a good idea to see a GP if you have not conceived after a year of trying if you are under 35 years or 6 months for patients over the age 35.

In April 2023, NEL ICB have updated the criteria for assisted conception treatment.

They advise that:

Age: upper age limit 43 years

3 cycles for females <40. 1 cycle for Patients >=40 and <43

For same sex couples – 6 unsuccessful (self-funded cycles) of IUI, before being considered to be at risk of having an underlying problem.

BMI >=19 and <30

Both partners non smokers

Couples where one partner does not have a child or a single person who does not have a child.
Exclusions - Fertility treatment is not available following sterilisation or vasectomy

Paying the Health Surcharge does not entitle a patient to assisted conception treatment.

Please note access criteria may be different for self funding patients depending on the provider.

Cervical Screening

How to book

To book a cervical screening test please submit an online consultation, phone reception and speak to a patient navigator or use the NHS app. Please note that directly bookable smear appointments are only for cervical screenings, no other medical problems will be discussed.

  • Cervical screening (a smear test) checks the health of your cervix. The cervix is the opening to your womb from your vagina.
  • It's not a test for cancer, it's a test to help prevent cancer.
  • All women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 64 should be invited by letter.

How it's done

Cervical Screening

When to book

You can book an appointment as soon as you get a letter.

Age
When you're invited
Under 25
Up to 6 months before you turn 25
25 to 49
Every 3 years
50 to 64
Every 5 years
65 or older
Only if 1 of your last 3 tests was abnormal

If you missed your last cervical screening, you do not need to wait for a letter to book an appointment.

Contact Us

Island Health
145 East Ferry Road
London
E14 3BQ
020 7363 1111
Islandhealth.admin@nhs.net

Our phone number is 020 7363 1111 and calls are answered from 8am to 6:30pm. We offer a daily online consultation service between 7-10am.

Calls are answered from 8am to 6:30pm.  

We offer a daily online consultation service from 8am The service will be closed once the surgery reaches capacity this is to ensure the safe management of patient care

To use this service please click here.

Our Opening Times

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Please note that due to staff training and clinical meetings, the practice may be closed for short periods. These closures will be advertised on the practice door and on the website.