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East Ringwood Women's Health

Women's Health and IUD insertions
A woman holder her newborn baby

Women’s Health Services at East Ringwood Clinic

All doctors at East Ringwood Clinic  provide a comprehensive range of women’s health services including:

  • contraceptive advice
  • pap smears
  • breast checks
  • family planning advice
  • sexual health screening / testing
  • investigation and mangement of gynaecological symptoms

 

Additionally, some doctors have a special interest in Women’s Health and IUD insertions, and offer the following Advanced Medical Services:

  • Intrauterine Device (IUD) insertion and removal
  • Implanon insertion and removal
  • Antenatal Shared Care
  • Medical termination of pregnancy
  • Menopause and HRT
Women's Health and IUD insertions

Intrauterine devices (IUDs)

  • Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are small devices that are put into the uterus (womb).
  • They are used as contraception (prevent pregnancy) and can also be used as a treatment for painful periods and/or excessive bleeding.
  • Hormonal IUDs (MirenaTM) and non hormonal IUDs (Copper) are available.
  • Both types are very effective, and can stay in place for five to eight years.

 

Intrauterine device (IUD) insertions and removals are performed by Dr Huei-Min Chen

IUD Patient Information
Implanon

Implanon

  • Implanon is a contraceptive rod  which contains Etonogestrel (similar to a woman’s natural progesterone).
  • The rod is 4cm long and 2mm thick, and looks like a uncooked spaghetti. 
  • It is inserted under the skin of the arm in a short procedure, and can easily be removed if required.
  • It is a very efffective method of  contraception (more than 99% effective), and is also convenient (lasts 3 years before change over).

 

Implanon implant insertions and removals are performed by Dr Huei-Min Chen and Dr Atreyi Bala.

 A pregnant woman

Antenatal Care

  • Shared pregnancy care in conjuction with a public hospital
  • Fewer out patient visits required and greater convenience.

 

Antenatal shared care is performed by Dr Michael Ziccone

Medical Termination Of Pregnancy (MTOP)

  • Medical termination of pregnancy is a safe and effective method of terminating a
    pregnancy up to 9 weeks (63 days) gestation using medication rather than surgery.
  • Before we can proceed with the medical termination of pregnancy, the doctor will
    need to do some blood tests and a scan to confirm the dates of the pregnancy. It is advisable to see the doctor before 7-8 weeks gestation to allow time for these tests.
  • Medical termination of pregnancy is a two-stage process. The first stage involves
    taking a tablet which blocks the hormone necessary for the pregnancy to
    continue. This is followed 36-48 hours later by a second medication which causes
    the contents of the uterus to be expelled.
  • Follow up 2-3 weeks later is required to confirm the termination of pregnancy.
  • Overall, medical termination is a low risk non-surgical option for early termination
    with a high success rate, up to 98%. If the medical termination is not successful, it is necessary to proceed to a surgical termination.

 

Please book a 30 minute appointment for the first MTOP consultation.  This service is available from: Dr Huei-Min Chen and Dr Atreyi Bala.

Menopause

Menopause and HRT

  • Common symptoms of menopause include hot flushes, night sweats, problems sleeping, mood changes, vaginal dryness, bladder changes, tiredness, and joint aches.  Menopausal symptoms often start before periods stop.
  • Hormone replacement therapy is medication that contains female hormones. You take the medication to replace the estrogen that your body stops making during menopause.
  • There are also a number of alternative options to treat menopausal symptoms if HRT is not right for you.

 

Dr Atreyi Bala, Dr Huei-Min Chen and Dr Rebecca Chan would be delighted discuss your options.