Womens Health Clinic In West Berkshire
A GP led serviceWhether you are having difficulties with your periods, are
perimenopausal or need advice with your menopause
our GPs are here to help.
How We Can Help With Women's Health Concerns
Women’s health problems can be wide ranging from painful and irregular periods, advise on contraception to perimenopause and menopause symptoms.
We can offer expereinced GPs who will listen to your concerns and advise you on the best treatment options whether that is further investigations such as blood tests or medication or lifestyle advice.
Contraception
Finding the right form of contraception can be tricky.
Our GPs can discuss options with you and advise on the correct choice for you.
We also offer coil consultations for fitting and exchange.
Smear Tests
Smear tests are an important screening tool.
They can:
- Identify abnormal cervical cells early.
- Prevent the development of cervical cancer.
They are availble on the NHS but sometimes we find that patients are outside screening guidelines or do not like the environment of a NHS clinic.
We can offer smear test appointments that a suited to you.
Ring Pessary
If you have pelvic organ prolapse or are suffering with urinary incontinence then a ring pessary can be used to manage these conditions.
Ring pessaries are a non surgical way to help restore your quality of life and reduce the symptoms you are having.
Whilst sexual health testing may not be something we want to think about or discuss it is important.
At Total Health we have partnered with Better 2 Know and Your Sexual Health to provide sexual health testing.
How We Can Help Your Menopause or Perimenopause.
Whilst we know that menopause is a natural biological process that marks the end of a woman’s reproductive years and that it is a normal part of aging.
Many of us who are starting and going through the process of menopause would agree that it often does not feel as simple as that. With the symptoms that women go through and the age that they start their menopause varying so much it can be a confusing time.
A whopping 75% of women will suffer from symptoms. Perimenopause and menopause symptoms can vary, that coupled with busy lives means it can be difficult for us to know whether the symptoms we are having and are going through are due to our hormones or something else in our lives or another medical problem.
At Total Health West Berkshire we offer an option of different menopause appointments to help you get the advice and treatment that you need.
What Age Does Menopause Start?
The average age that menopause starts is 51.
Many women have symptoms from an earlier age, you are considered to have an early menopause if you start menopause before the age of 45 and a premature menopause if you are under the age of 40.
What are the symptoms of menopause?
Common symptoms include:
Hot flushes
Night sweats
Mood swings
Insomnia
Vaginal dryness
Decreased libido
Irregular periods.
Unsurprisingly, these symptoms can affect your physical and emotional well-being. It is important to remember that everyone’s menopause journey varies from person to person so the severity of your symptoms and the symptoms you experience may be different to what we have listed here.
Who are the womens health consultations for?
These appointments are for women who are having problems with their periods, menopause or perimenopause symptoms and would like advice on their symptoms and the best treatment for them.
Consultations
Womens Health Consultation (30 Mins) - £130
Looking for someone to discuss your symptoms, blood tests or to get a second opinion?
Our GP’s have many years experience of advising women on a variety of womens health issues.
In this 30 minute appointment you will have plenty of time to discuss all of you symptoms, treatment to date and concerns.
By the end of the appointment you will feel that someone has listened to you and you will have a plan going forwards.
Women's Health Checks and Screenings
Women's Hormone Health Check £199
A blood test to check your hormones, health assessment and a face to face private GP appointment.
Hormones included in this blood test are:
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone
- Luteinizing Hormone
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
- Oestradiol
MOT Health Check £209 and MOT Plus Health Check £295
Our MOT and MOT Plus health checks are a great place to start to give you an understanding into the foundations of your health. MOT Health Checks include a blood test, health assessment and face to face private GP appointment.
Well Woman Screening - £410
A comphrensive blood test, health assessment, ECG and face to face private GP appointment to give you an insight into your health and peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Our Private General Practitioners
Dr James Cave (He/Him)
GP
James is a senior General Practitioner with over 30 years of experience. He has a wealth of experience in all aspects of medicine including Cardiovascular disease (particularly the management of cholesterol and blood pressure), Respiratory diseases, Endocrine, ENT, Musculoskeletal, and Rheumatology.
His work as Editor-in-Chief of the medical journal Drug & Therapeutics Bulletin means he has significant expertise in understanding the pros and cons of drugs and enjoys working with patients to understand what might be best for them rather than satisfying a target set elsewhere.
He has a particular interest in the care of older people and does offer a visiting service. He believes passionately in personal care and understands how difficult it has become for people to see their GP. Whether you have a new problem, would like time to really talk through an ongoing issue, or just get a second opinion James will be delighted to help.
In addition to general consultations, he offers soft-tissue and joint injections for such problems as frozen shoulders, arthritis, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, Morton’s neuroma, and trigger finger.
In 2009 James was honoured with an OBE for services to medicine.
Dr Barbara Barrie (She/Hers)
GP
Having qualified from Edinburgh University in 1989, I have worked in the NHS for 34 years, mainly as a GP Partner, but I have also had short spells employed as a Salaried GP and GP Retainer.
In addition, I have been a Macmillan GP, an Out of Hours GP working regular weekend sessions, and a GP in Palliative Medicine.
My clinical interests are Mental Health, Women’s health, and Palliative Medicine but in my day-to-day practice, I cover all aspects of primary care.
I am qualified to fit intrauterine devices (coils) for contraception, HRT, and in the management of heavy menstrual bleeding, as well as ring pessaries for the management of gynaecological prolapse.
Aside from work, I enjoy walking my 3 dogs, ski- ing, and singing in a local choir.
Dr Susan Connell (She/Hers)
GP
Dr Tom Morgan (He/Him)
GP
Dr. Tom Morgan qualified in medicine from The University of Bristol in 2011, following a degree in Physiology at The University of Southampton. His medical training took place across various hospitals and GP practises within Berkshire and Oxfordshire. Currently, he works as a GP Partner at The Boathouse Surgery in Pangbourne and has previously worked in various GP practices across Reading and Oxfordshire.
Primary Care
With a keen interest in all aspects of primary care, Dr. Morgan has a particular passion for mental health, the care of the older people and Men's health. He worked for seven years at the Reading Mental Health Crisis Team, where he managed complex and urgent mental health issues. Additionally, he played a vital role in establishing a new mental health service in Berkshire to enhance collaboration between primary and secondary care.
Believing in the importance of family medicine, He emphasizes that developing a strong relationship with patients is essential for understanding their concerns and providing effective care. He values the time afforded by private general practice to fully grasp each patient's situation and collaborate on a tailored care plan.
He lives in South Oxfordshire with his wife, two energetic boys, and their adored golden retriever. He enjoys family life and the beautiful countryside of the region, as well as watching cricket when time allows.
He looks forward to working with you to support your health and well-being