Gynaecology - John Radcliffe Hospital
The John Radcliffe Hospital Gynaecology Department is a large busy department based in the Women's Centre offering a wide range of women's health services.
Our services
Our specialised nursing staff offer advice and knowledge in our wards and outpatient areas on general gynaecological conditions, as well as the following.
Colposcopy
This service is supported by a team of colposcopists.
Counselling
This service offers short-term counselling for women who have received treatment at Oxford University Hospitals after first trimester pregnancy loss or termination of pregnancy.
Counselling is also offered to women who are referred from our Pelvic Pain Clinic.
Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU)
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.
Fertility
We see patients (male or female) who are having difficulty achieving a pregnancy, those with early menopause and women who wish to preserve their fertility whilst having cancer treatment.
Gynaecological cancer
A team of gynaecological oncologists and clinical nurse specialists plan and support the patient through the 'cancer pathway'. The Oxford University Hospitals is the cancer centre for the region.
Gynaecological cancer referrals
Endometriosis
The Women's Centre at the John Radcliffe Hospital is a national referral centre for the management of this debilitating and distressing condition, and in particular for severe cases. In collaboration with the Nuffield Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (University of Oxford) there are Consultant Gynaecologists leading in the surgical ('keyhole') and non-surgical management of pelvic pain and endometriosis.
Menopause Service
The Menopause Service comprises a team of healthcare professionals specially trained to care for women who experience complex menopause problems. The Clinical Lead is Dr Radha Venkatakrishnan.
We offer treatment, advice and support for:
- severe symptoms
- early menopause
- problems finding the correct HRT
- menopause treatments whilst dealing with other medical conditions
- bleeding problems whilst using HRT.
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Menstrual Clinic
To avoid repeated visits to the hospital and lengthy waiting times for investigations, women are able to have a scan, see a consultant, undergo a hysteroscopy if necessary and receive the results and plan of care immediately, all in a two hour appointment.
We also offer the same service for women suffering from post-menopausal bleeding (a GP referral is required).
Menstrual Clinic referrals
Pelvic Floor Clinic
This is a multidisciplinary clinic with urogynaecologists, physiotherapists and specialist nurses, which means it can quickly offer patients the appropriate treatment for their condition.
Pelvic Pain Clinic
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Clinic
This clinic is staffed by reproductive gynaecologists and endocrinologists. The clinic will make a diagnosis and draw up a treatment plan to assist in managing this common and distressing condition.
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Clinic referrals
Pre-operative Assessment Clinic
Staffed by a qualified nurse and a doctor, this clinic assesses patients pre-operatively to ensure they are fit for theatre.
Urogynaecology
This sub-specialty investigates conditions such as stress incontinence and continence related problems. Physiotherapists and clinical nurse specialists support this service.
Appointments
If you are unable to attend your allocated appointment and would like to change it, please call us.
Tel: 01865 221626
If you are having a planned surgical operation, you will need to attend the Pre-operative Assessment Clinic to ensure you are fit for an anaesthetic. An appointment will be sent to you automatically.
If you are unable to attend the appointment and wish to change it, then please telephone us: leave a message on the answerphone and your call will be returned.
Find us and contact us
Tel: 01865 221626
The Women's Centre is a separate building on the John Radcliffe Hospital site.
How to find the John Radcliffe Hospital
The entrance to the Outpatient Department and the ward areas is clearly signposted.
If you are unwell between your pre-operative assessment and your surgery date, please contact us to check if you are fit to come in for surgery. If you come in for surgery with a bad cold, you are likely to have your surgery cancelled.
Private patients
If you wish to attend the Women's Centre as a private patient then please let us know, as we do provide private facilities.
Alternatively, if you do not wish to be a private patient or subscribe to private health insurance, the Women's Centre offers an amenity bed scheme. This amenity bed scheme will guarantee you a single room if you desire extra privacy.
Private Healthcare
Patient information leaflets
For information about specific procedures, and what to expect when you are admitted to the ward, please see our patient information leaflet library:
Gynaecology information leaflets
Last reviewed:09 May 2023