WOMEN’S WELLNESS CLINIC | MENOPAUSE TREATMENT WARE
Online Women's Health Consultations
Can't visit our clinic in person? We offer private virtual consultations via telephone or video call for menopause support, HRT prescriptions, and general women's health advice.
Our British Menopause Society certified specialists provide the same expert, personalised care remotely, giving you access to specialist women's health support from the comfort of your own home.
Services Available via Online Consultation
Available Online:
Private HRT prescriptions and reviews (including Androfeme testosterone gel)
HRT prescription renewals and adjustments
Hormone replacement therapy advice and planning
Well woman blood test result discussions
General women's health and hormone advice
Contraception advice (non-procedural)
Pre-procedure consultations for coil or implant fitting
How Online Consultations Work
1. Book Your Appointment
Choose a convenient time slot via our online booking system or contact us directly. We offer flexible appointment times to fit around your schedule.
2. Pre-Consultation Form
Complete a brief medical history form before your appointment so our doctors can prepare and make the most of your consultation time.
3. Your Virtual Appointment
Speak with one of our British Menopause Society specialist doctors via telephone or secure video call. Consultations typically last 30 minutes, giving you time to discuss your concerns in detail.
4. Prescription & Follow-Up
If appropriate, we'll issue private prescriptions electronically to your chosen pharmacy. Follow-up appointments can be booked online or in person at any of our clinic locations.
Why Choose Our Online Women's Health Service?
British Menopause Society Specialists
Our doctors, Dr Reem Al-Shaikh and Dr Gill Shields, are both British Menopause Society certified specialists with extensive NHS and private practice experience in women's health and hormone management.
Flexible Appointment Times
We understand busy schedules. Our online consultation service offers convenient appointment slots, including some early morning and evening availability.
Longer Consultation Times
Unlike standard NHS appointments, our private consultations give you the time to be truly heard. We take the time to understand your unique situation and provide personalised advice.
Confidential & Secure
All video consultations use secure, encrypted platforms. Your medical information is handled with complete confidentiality in accordance with GDPR and medical data protection regulations.
Accessible from Anywhere
Whether you're in Cambridge, Bishop's Stortford, Saffron Walden, London, or anywhere else in the UK, you can access specialist women's health care without travel.
Who Are Online Consultations Suitable For?
Our virtual women's health service is ideal if you:
Live too far from our clinics to visit regularly
Have mobility issues or transport difficulties
Need an HRT prescription review or renewal
Want specialist menopause advice before deciding on treatment
Are experiencing perimenopause symptoms and need expert guidance
Need to discuss hormone blood test results
Want a second opinion on your current HRT regime
Have a busy schedule and need flexible appointment times
Are considering contraceptive implant or coil fitting and want to discuss options first
Need an In-Person Appointment?
If you'd prefer a face-to-face consultation, or need a procedure such as coil fitting or contraceptive implant services, we have three clinic locations:
Cambridge - CQC registered clinic (procedures available here)
You can also start online and switch to in-person if needed. Many patients find it helpful to have an initial virtual consultation, then visit our Cambridge clinic for procedures if required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. If HRT is clinically appropriate for you, we can issue private prescriptions electronically following your virtual consultation.
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For menopause consultations, HRT prescriptions, and hormone advice, yes. Video and telephone appointments allow us to take a full medical history and provide personalised treatment plans. However, procedures like coil fitting must be done in person at our Cambridge clinic.
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We typically have availability within the same week. Check our online booking system for the most up-to-date availability.
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We use secure, encrypted video consultation platforms that comply with medical data protection standards. You'll receive a link before your appointment, no software download required.
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Yes. Our online service is available to patients across the UK.
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Where possible, we try to match you with the same doctor for continuity of care. You can request a specific doctor when booking.
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Yes. We offer pre-procedure consultations online where we can discuss the implant, answer questions, and book your fitting appointment at our Cambridge clinic if you decide to proceed.
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We can discuss blood test results and provide advice online. However, the blood tests themselves must be taken either at one of our clinics or at an external phlebotomy service.