What is FedBucks’ Intermediate Gynaecology Service?
FedBucks’ Intermediate Gynaecology Service is an integrated community gynaecology service dedicated to women registered with a GP in Buckinghamshire. This innovative service is a collaboration between FedBucks and the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, leading initiatives for Women’s Health in Buckinghamshire in partnership with the BOB Integrated Care Board
Service Overview
FedBucks’ Intermediate Gynaecology Service provides a single point of access for gynaecology services across Buckinghamshire. The primary goal of the service is to ensure that patients receive timely care from the appropriate specialist in the most suitable setting. Patients may be referred to community gynaecology clinics or hospital clinics within the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.
This service operates as a comprehensive hub for all gynaecology referrals, with established pathways for necessary procedures and ultrasounds. Patients suitable for care at community clinics are seen by either GPs with a special interest in gynaecology or consultants from the Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust.
Clinical Leads
The Clinical Lead for the service is Dr Chaudary.
Services Provided
The Intermediate Gynaecology Service offers a wide range of services, including:
- Cervical Polypectomy
- Fitting and retrieval of difficult coils
- Intermenstrual bleeding
- Menorrhagia
- Pessary fits
- Vaginal discharge
- Pelvic pain
- Minor symptomatic vulval lesions or concerns about VIN
- Oligo-amenorrhoea assessment
- Menopausal symptoms
- Vulvo-vaginal symptoms
- Cysts
- Menstrual disorders
- Non-urgent post-menstrual bleeding
Service Locations
FedBucks’ Intermediate Gynaecology Service operates at several locations across Buckinghamshire. Patients can receive care at the following sites:
Please check in at the reception desk rather than using the self check in screens. We kindly ask that you arrive 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time. Please note that your appointment will last appropriately 30 minutes.
During your visit, a doctor or nurse will discuss your symptoms with you and if necessary and with your consent, may conduct an internal examination. Any procedures will be fully explained before proceeding.
The Simpson Centre
Address: Beaconsfield Medical Centre, Walkwood Rise, Beaconsfield HP9 1TX
Contact information Simpson Centre Map
Haddenham Medical Centre
Address: Stanbridge Road, Haddenham, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP17 8JX
Contact information Haddenham Medical Centre
Stokenchurch Medical Centre
Address: 40 Oxford Rd, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe HP14 3SX
Contact information Stokenchurch Map
Wye Valley Surgery
Address: Wycombe Hospital, Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe, HP11 2TT
Contact information Wye Valley map
Purpose and Benefits
The Women’s Health Hub aims to provide appropriate, accessible, and high-quality patient care closer to home. Key objectives include improving access to non-complex gynaecology services and supporting local hospitals by alleviating waiting lists. The service aims to ensure patients are seen promptly.
It also offers training, upskilling, and shadowing opportunities for local GPs and healthcare professionals.
Referral Process
GP referrals are clinically triaged within 72 hours. While most appointments are face-to-face due to the need for examinations, some may be offered a telephone consultation.
Contact Information and Hours of Operation
For Gynaecology and Cardiology services, you can contact the service between 09:00-17:00, Monday to Friday at:
- Phone: 01494 412525
FedBucks’ Intermediate Gynaecology Service strives to provide comprehensive, efficient, and patient-centred gynaecological care to the women of Buckinghamshire.
