Family Planning Clinic
Contraception and sexual health are sensitive yet important components of daily life, so talking to the right person is key.
At our Midland Health Contraception & Sexual Health Clinic, we believe it's important to get to know your GP, and we offer expert advice from professionals who are discrete and responsive to your needs. Consultation may include general advice and exploring alternative options; it's important to find what works best for you. Our GPs are well trained in taking sexual history and guiding you through the testing available; which tests are best suited to your symptoms and exposure. We can offer products including condoms, emergency contraception and the contraceptive pill, as well as booking in for private contraceptive procedures e.g. IUCD coil fitting and removal or contraceptive injections and implants (please see relevant section for further detail).
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What Our Patients Say About Us
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100% recommend Midland Health. Facilities are excellent and the staff are efficient and friendly. No regrets booking my tests here.
Morgan Mia | 2nd Mar 2024
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Many thanks for the chance to attend your Clinic. After an unfortunate mistake in not recognising my attendace request, the rest of the visit ran smoothly once I had explained my need for the Garasil vaccine. Dr Pav was very attentive and...
paul harris | 26th Feb 2024
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I have visited the Edgbaston clinic twice and had a consultation with Dr Wright and Dr Desai. They were most helpful, sympathetic to my concerns and I received excellent treatment. They spent as much time talking with me and answering...
Philip Long | 12th Feb 2024
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I was attended by Susan today about some questions I had. She was the most wonderful and helpful I am very happy
Weeksly | 6th Feb 2024
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Great experience, lovely customer service from Karina , she was really helpful and friendly . I have received amazing support all the way through my appointment, and Karina helped a lot with regards to sending details through to my dermatologist...
Lili Lili | 3rd Feb 2024
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Really positive experience, would definitely use them again.
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Nic Emmerson | 12th Jan 2024
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Had a great experience, and I am glad I took the step to go private, would still be waiting on the Nhs if I would have gone down that route. I had a consultation , nasendescopy, and treatment in...
William Tolley | 11th Jan 2024
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Booked an appointment over Christmas for my baby with doctor Tom Dawson at Midland health and could not fault the experience from start to finish. ALL staff was polite and welcoming. Dr Dawson gave us more information than we’ve received...
Jasmine | 28th Dec 2023
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Very helpful, polite and courteous staff. And very satisfied with the Drs service and prompt action
Iffat Razia Mughal | 23rd Dec 2023
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Wonderful and clean environment and the experience was excellent throughout my visit. I attended for a GP consultation and spoke with Dr Stendall who was friendly, professional and informative. During my visit, I considered having blood tests, as it had been...
Nikitas Koutoulakis | 25th Nov 2023
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Very helpful and thorough. Highly recommend!
Kalin Owen-Padberg | 24th Nov 2023
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Very please and happy with the Dr Dhsai who is treating me so far. Glad I choose that place.
sonia coleman | 19th Nov 2023
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We visited Midland Health Private GP for a fitness certificate, and the process of booking, timely appointment, and the certificate after examination, everything was perfect.
Nima Vimson | 14th Nov 2023
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Had a GP appointment with Dr Sarah Wright, very good and efficient and got x rays sorted promptly, was seen on time excellent clinic
Bevtjhu massey | 9th Nov 2023
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We saw Mr Parmar regarding my son - he was incredibly informative and the experience was very positive. Thoroughly recommend and completely worth it.
Melissa | 6th Nov 2023
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I had a lovely experience during my ecg at this clinic, the staff were very professional and helpful in any queries I had. There was absolutely no delay either, I walked in the clinic, spend around 40 minutes from the...
Fia Scarlet | 4th Nov 2023
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Attended the Edgebaston Clinic for my little boys measles vaccine. Easy to book, got an appointment very fast! Louise did his jab, she was amazing he didn’t even flinch let alone cry and I’m sure it was down to Louise...
Emma Haymes | 2nd Nov 2023
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Had an appointment with Dr Leitner who provided excellent advice, clear, concise yet thorough, highly recommended.
John Addis | 23rd Oct 2023
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Overseas medical. Good doctor and associates. Helpful and friendly.
mike smith | 13th Oct 2023
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A friendly lady called Imaan helped me get to where I needed to be and the other staff were also very helpful
Sharfraz | 2nd Oct 2023
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Dr Sara Wright was amazing . She’s gave me hope and a way forward with this clinic and my letter of referal etc. it’s my first step to going forward . The relief it brings . Thank you , you...
Just-a Karen Harris | 13th Sep 2023
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Attended the clinic, Was assisted by a lady called Verona, she was gracious and amazing! She collected my blood and showed competence and professionalism throughout. Engaged in conversation and was a good listener as well. She was so warm and...
Nesipho Mlalazi | 8th Sep 2023
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Words fail me to express how thankful I am of the team at Midland Health in Birmingham Edgbaston. I recently started seeing them a few months ago for my respiratory issues and I can vouch that they produce results. Very...
Tavonga Roy Magwenzi | 4th Sep 2023
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Dr Dhesi was thorough and professional. Very caring professional who dealt with my query swiftly. The HCA was courteous. Recommend this clinic.
Mohanpreet Singh | 1st Sep 2023
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I was in need to see a doctor so I looked online then I booked at this clinic . online booking was easy to complete. I visited on time and had to confirm my information to the friendly reception staff....
Mohammad M | 28th Jul 2023
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I've used midland health over the past few months and I honestly can't fault them at all. It's been a nightmare to try to sort things through the NHS, but midland health always come through for me. Queries are answered...
Rosie Adams | 28th Jul 2023
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Great reception. Warm friendly and helpful! Fantastic consult, listened to my concerns and my scan was executed efficiently. Amazing service!
Suzanne Martin-Melero | 23rd Jul 2023
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Thank you to Rupa and Amit Parmar plus the team for excellent ENT diagnostics and care.
Andrew Southall | 20th Jul 2023
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Speak to our Doctor
Hi I'm Rupa and passionate about delivering high quality private General Practice that is personalised, accessible and delivered with care.
I love being a GP as I enjoy treating people with different medical problems whether they are physical, psychological or emotional. I enjoy seeing the variety of age ranges and I get a lot of job satisfaction from personally getting to know my patients and their families.
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Our Locations
You can book an online appointment but we also have physical GP surgeries in the UK.
You can book an appointment at our surgery here.
Edgbaston
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23a Highfield Road,
Edgbaston,
Birmingham, B15 3DPFind ClinicLondon
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10 Harley Street,
London, W1G 9PFFind ClinicDroitwich
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St Andrews Road,
Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, WR9 8DNFind Clinic
FAQs
The GP will take into account your lifestyle, your family planning requirements and go through pros and cons of all the contraceptives you would like to discuss.
If you require a procedure during your appointment this will be discussed with you in the appointment including risks and benefits. The GP will need to ensure there is no chance of pregnancy prior to fitting. The GP will be able to fit your implant or coil in the appointment if you are sure this is the contraceptive choice for you. Alternatively you can have a little think and get back to us when you're ready to have it fitted.
If you are having a coil or implant fitted then you can attend your appointment alone or bring someone along with you if you would prefer. We will welcome a family member or friend to attend with you. Our team will ensure you have made a good recovery following your procedure before letting you leave your appointment and drive.
Yes it is ok to drive to and from your appointment alone.
Our expert women’s health GP Dr Rupa Parmar will be conducting your contraception appointment. She is an experienced GP who also works in the gynaecology and contraception service in the NHS. She has fitted 100’s of coils and implants and often fits coils in very complex patients.
We advise that you do not stop your current contraceptive prior to your appointment as it maybe that the GP will advise you to continue on 2 contraceptive for a short period of time to ensure there is no risk of pregnancy.
is not required for an implant insertion or a depot contraceptive injection. STI risk is routinely discussed in all contraception appointments to ensure you are not at risk.
The GP will advise you when your contraceptive be effective from. Some hormonal contraceptives take a few days/week to work. You will always be advised of this before leaving the appointment.
If your appointment is urgent and for emergency contraception please make the reception team aware when calling. We will do our upmost to accommodate you on the same or next day. We offer a range of emergency contraceptive options from pills to the copper coil.
Services
Implants
The contraceptive implant is a small device inserted into the upper arm which releases Progestogen into the bloodstream. This has been shown to be more than 99% effective in preventing pregnancy for up to 3 years. A consultation with a Midland Health GP will help to answer any questions or talk through any concerns you may be having.
Pill
The most common type of contraceptive pill is the ‘combined pill’. This contains a balance of oestrogen and progesterone, which when taken correctly, has been shown to be 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. This works by thickening the mucus in the lining of the womb so that sperm cannot penetrate, as well as thinning the lining of the womb so a fertilised egg is unable to implant.
Coil
An Intrauterine system (IUD) is a small t-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus by a trained doctor or nurse. It releases copper to stop you from getting pregnant and can be effective for 5-10 years. The copper coil is different from the hormonal coil (IUS - intrauterine system) because it is non-hormone based. The Copper Coil has also a 99% level of accuracy which makes it a safe choice if you want to avoid pregnancies. In order for the coil fitting to be performed, it is also important that you are not pregnant.
Injections
The depot contraceptive injection releases progesterone into the bloodstream to prevent pregnancy. It can be 99% effective up to 13 weeks. With Midland Health, you can book regular appointments to have your depo contraceptive injection with the same GP every time.
Emergency
Asking for emergency contraception may be disconcerting, but here at Midland Health, we’ll make things easy by offering several options dispensed quickly and discretely. The most common methods of emergency contraception are;
- Levonelle (tablet)– can be taken within 72 hours of having unprotected sex, however, is most effective up to 12 hours after. Girls under 16 will need a consultation for a prescription of Levonelle.
- ellaOne (tablet) – can be taken within 120 hours of having unprotected sex, however, it is most effective as soon as possible.
Copper Coil – can be inserted up to 5 days after unprotected sex and then be kept in for 10 years as a continued method of contraception if you would like.
Tests
Taking a pregnancy test at home can be highly effective, however, it is possible for false negatives to occur. If you think you might be pregnant, it may be more reliable to visit your Midland Health GP for a pregnancy test taken alongside your doctor. We can test for pregnancy even before you miss a period, by detecting levels of beta HCG, either through urine or a blood test. A follow-on consultation can then help you decide what to do next.
Family Planning
Discovering you’re pregnant can come as a shock, especially if it wasn’t planned. If you are unsure about what to do next, it may be helpful to discuss things with your GP. At Midland Health, we provide professional, unbiased advice with an experienced doctor, to help make a decision you feel comfortable with.
