What is the difference between an Obstetrician & a Gynaecologist?

An Obstetrician is a Specialist who cares for pregnant women and is able to deal with complications of pregnancy as well as normal pregnancies.

A Gynaecologist is a Specialist who looks after women of all ages with diseases or conditions relating to the reproductive organs.

Where do you see patients?

I consult mostly at the Chelsea Outpatient Clinic. This is at 280 Kings Road SW3 5AW, next to Carlisle Square. This is a brand new and very popular clinic with excellent facilities for modern outpatient care. Services include MRI , ultrasound scans, Mammography, Colposcopy , full Pathology services and a complete range of Consultant Physicians and Surgeons of most relevant Specialties. It is also fully equipped for minor surgical procedures.

At which hospitals do you operate?

I operate on my private patients at three hospitals:

• King Edward VII Hospital, Beaumont Street W1
• Lister Hospital , SW1
• Chelsea and Westminster Hospital SW10.

At which hospitals do you deliver babies?

I deliver babies at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

How do I make an appointment?

Please call my secretary, Maureen on 0207 935 3485

Do I need a referral from my GP?

It is generally in your best interest to involve your General Practitioner before seeing a Consultant as a private patient. Your GP may be able to supply helpful information about your past medical history which may not have occurred to you. However, this is your choice.

If you have Private Health Insurance you are advised to read your Policy carefully as many policies require a referral from your GP before authorisation for private care is agreed.

Can I see you for a second opinion?

I am happy to see you for a second opinion. Most doctors find that in the case of second opinions it is very useful if your GP provides as much information as possible , together with all the relevant reports, scans, x rays , blood tests and so on as this can save both your time and expense.

Can I claim from my Health Insurance?

Please refer to your Policy. Some companies will give pre-authorisation over the phone while others will require a claim form to be completed. Some of the claim forms require the GP's signature and others request the Specialist to complete the paperwork. Usually, a quick phone call to your medical insurance company will clarify matters.