Community Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) at Rose Hill
The Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) is a community service which cares for women who are in the early stages of pregnancy and experiencing pain, bleeding or other problems relating to their pregnancy.
Our nurses and medical staff are employed by the Gynaecology Department at the Women's Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital.
If you are not pregnant we cannot see you at EPAU. If your pregnancy test is negative, please visit your GP or Pharmacy for further advice.
If you are bleeding heavily (having to change your sanitary pad more than once an hour) or experiencing a lot of pain, please go straight to A&E at your nearest hospital.
Banbury / North Oxfordshire
Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic (EPAC) - Horton General Hospital
Coming to Rose Hill EPAU
You must have an appointment before attending EPAU: it is important that we understand your concerns and ensure you receive the right care.
Please contact us to arrange an appointment.
If you are experiencing a problem your GP can refer you to EPAU, but you do not need to visit your GP before contacting the clinic.
You do not need to have a letter from your GP or any other healthcare professional.
We may have to turn away women without an appointment, as EPAU may not be the most appropriate place to care for them.
When you call EPAU we will take your details and a specialist nurse will then call you back to find out more about your history. If we think you need a face to face appointment, we will book this in for you.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday 8.00am - 6.00pm
Rose Hill Community Centre
We also hold a clinic of pre-booked appointments at the John Radcliffe Hospital at the weekend.
Your appointment
We will aim to see you as quickly as possible, but there are some times when we are very busy, so please allow up to three hours for your appointment.
If you have children you will need to arrange childcare or bring someone with you who can look after them during your appointment.
If possible please bring a urine sample in a clean, secure container: we will test your urine when you arrive.
After an initial assessment by a specialist nurse, we may do some tests such as:
- a physical examination, for example feeling your abdomen or an internal examination using a speculum (much like having a smear test)
- an ultrasound scan using an internal vaginal probe
(you will need to have a full bladder; there is drinking water in the waiting area)
- blood tests.
Please do not talk on your mobile phone inside the Unit: you can make calls in the communal area within the building.
Find us and contact us
Rose Hill Community Centre
Carole's Way
Rose Hill
Oxford OX4 4HF
Tel: 01865 221142
Monday to Friday 8.00am - 6.00pm
Outside of these hours please call the Gynaecology Ward: 01865 222001 or 01865 222002
Rose Hill is served by number 3 bus routes from Oxford City Centre.
Patient information and support
To ensure that we offer you up-to-date information we use leaflets written by recognised associations specialising in all aspects of pregnancy loss.
For more information about miscarriage, treatment options available and the time following a miscarriage, please visit the websites listed below.
Our team of specialist nurses is available via the phone for support and information.
We also have an early pregnancy loss counselling service - please call us for details.
Links
Early Pregnancy Loss Support Group
Our support group provides a safe, confidential space for those who have experienced miscarriage to come together and talk openly about their experiences.
The group is facilitated by trained professionals who bring with them the skills and knowledge around coping with grief, loss and bereavement.
For those who have experienced three or more miscarriages:
Starting Tuesday 16 April 2024 for six weeks each Tuesday evening 6.00pm - 7.30pm
For those who have experienced one or two miscarriages:
Starting Tuesday 4 June 2024 for for six weeks each Tuesday evening 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Future dates will be added.
Groups are held at the Community Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) at Rose Hill.
Future dates will be added.
Groups are held at the Community Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) at Rose Hill.
Register
To register your interest in attending a group, please email Lucy Smith, Lead Counsellor.
Email: lucy.smith3@ouh.nhs.uk
Last reviewed:19 March 2024