When did the new Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham Open?
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, the city's first new acute hospital for 70 years, opened to patients in June 2010. The new Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham represents a £545 million investment in the health services for Birmingham and the Midlands.
Why choose the Queen Elizabeth Hospital for gynaecology?
The team at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital covers general gynaecology checks, abnormal pap smears, colposcopy, abnormal menstruation, high-risk pregnancy, pelvic pain, infection, incontinence and all general gynaecology and obstetrics.
Who is the endocrinologist at QEHB?
He completed his medical and neurology training in the West Midlands and undertook a PhD in stroke medicine [...] John is a Consultant Endocrinologist at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB) and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Birmingham. His research and clinical interests include the pathogenesis [...]
Where do we care for women with gynaecology?
We care for women in both inpatient and outpatient settings. We offer a wide range of general and specialist gynaecology clinics including: Urgent Access clinics are available in the Acute Gynaecology clinic and Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit on Ward 6 of our Women's hospital.
What does a Gynaecologist do?
Gynecologists give reproductive and sexual health services that include pelvic exams, Pap tests, cancer screenings, and testing and treatment for vaginal infections. They diagnose and treat reproductive system disorders such as endometriosis, infertility, ovarian cysts, and pelvic pain.
What is Gynaecology Ward?
What is Gynae Ward? Gynae Ward is a 24 bedded ward that deals with Gynaecological conditions where operations may be carried out as recommended by the Gynaecologists. Patients are admitted to this ward through the Emergency Department and also as planned admissions for surgery.
What is General Gynaecology?
Gynaecology is the study and treatment of diseases of the female reproductive system (uterus, vagina and ovaries). The main conditions dealt with by gynaecologists are: - Amenorrhea (absent menstrual periods) - Cancer and pre-cancerous diseases of the reproductive organs. - Dysmenorrhoea (painful menstrual periods)
What does Birmingham Women's Hospital Specialise in?
Birmingham Women's Hospital We offer a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care. Our Fertility Centre is one of the best in the country.
What are gynecological problems?
Common gynecologic problems include: Heavy periods or abnormal bleeding. Pelvic pain. Uterine fibroids. Endometriosis. Vaginal discharge.
What happens at a gynecologist consultation NHS?
You will see the doctor or practitioner for a discussion about your symptoms and they will then decide if an examination is necessary; this may be an abdominal or vaginal examination depending on your symptoms.
What does a gynecologist check up consist of?
A physical exam may include a pelvic exam, cervical cancer screening, or a breast exam: In a pelvic exam, your ob-gyn may look at your vulva, vagina, and cervix to check for any signs of problems. And your ob-gyn may check your internal organs with a gloved hand.
What happens in a Gynaecology appointment?
You can ask questions about your body, growing up, and sex. You may also have certain exams and vaccinations. Your doctor may ask a lot of questions about you and your family. Some of them may seem personal, such as questions about your menstrual period or sexual activities (including vaginal, oral, or anal sex).
Why would a doctor refer you to a gynecologist?
A visit to the gynecologist is recommended for annual screening and any time a woman has concerns about symptoms such as pelvic, vulvar, and vaginal pain or abnormal bleeding from the uterus. Conditions commonly treated by gynecologists include: issues relating to pregnancy, fertility, menstruation, and menopause.
How many beds does Birmingham Women's Hospital have?
The hospital has 210 beds, 117 provided from maternity inpatient services, 53 from neonatal intensive care, this includes a transitional care ward, intensive care unit, high dependency unit, special care baby unit and 42 from gynaecology services.
How old is Birmingham Women's Hospital?
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What does Birmingham Hospital specialise in?
We are a regional centre for cancer, trauma, renal dialysis, burns and plastics, HIV and AIDS, as well as respiratory conditions like cystic fibrosis. We also have expertise in premature baby care, bone marrow transplants and thoracic surgery and have the largest solid organ transplantation programme in Europe.
What does a gynaecology nurse do?
The gynaecological Nurse will play an essential role in assessing and triaging the patient and delivering timely care, ensuring bed availability for potential emergencies. Gynaecological Nurses also work in outpatient clinics such as early pregnancy, emergency gynaecology and oncology clinics.
When should I see a Gynaecologist?
It's standard advice for women to talk with a gynecologist each year starting around age 15, to get a complete annual exam starting around age 21, and to be tested for cervical cancer every few years after that.
Birmingham Women's Hospital
Birmingham Women’s Hospital is a centre of excellence, providing specialist services to more than 50,000 women, men and their families every year from our city, the wider region and beyond.
Useful contact numbers
If you need to get through to a specific department you can dial directly to the following numbers without going through our switchboard.
How early can you arrive at QEH?
Patients are asked to present to their respective clinics as scheduled, and to arrive at the QEH no earlier than 30 minutes before their scheduled appointment time.
How to get admission to outpatient clinic?
On arriving for your appointment, please pull a number and take a seat in the waiting area. Once your number is called the Appointments Clerk will process your admission to the out-patients clinic to which you have been referred. This will include obtaining your demographic information such as your full name, date of birth (DOB), age, home address and contact information; the name of your private physician; and the name, relationship status and contact information of your next of kin.
Where do Barbados referrals come from?
Referrals may originate from the following sources: a private doctor, a polyclinic, the Geriatric Hospital, the Psychiatric Hospital, and The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department. A valid Barbados Identification Card, Barbados Passport, or other form of national identification.
What is the phone number for the Medical Records Department?
For new out-patients, you are encouraged to register for your appointment using our form below; For existing out-patients, please call the Medical Records department at 436-6450 extensions 6339 or 6190 to make an appointment.
Do former inpatients need to travel with their hospital card?
Former in-patients who have recently been discharged are asked to travel with their hospital card with the registration number.
Is it easy to make an appointment at Queen Elizabeth Hospital?
Making an appointment at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital is an easy and straight forward process.
Do you have to present a hospital card with a registration number?
Former in-patients who have recently been discharged must present their hospital card with the registration number, as well as their discharge slip or discharge summary.
What is the gynaecology department?
The Gynaecology department provides a wide range of services on each hospital site. This includes outpatient and inpatient facilities and the provision of emergency services. Services include Colposcopy, Urodynamics, Early Pregnancy Assessment and General Gynaecology.
How long does it take for a blood test to be sent to a GP?
Following your appointment at the clinic, any tests results (blood, swabs, urine, biopsy or smear) will be sent to your GP (this may take up to two weeks). We will only write to you if any treatment is needed, and your GP will prescribe any necessary treatment.
Dr Beshar Allos Consultant Clinical Oncologist
Beshar graduated from the University of Birmingham in 2009. He completed specialist oncology training in the West Midlands. He specialises in the management of gynaecological and colorectal cancers [...]
Dr Fouad Al-Baaj Consultant Nephrologist
MD, MRCPI, FRCP. Training Aleppo University, Syria, trained in general and renal medicine in Newcastle and Manchester. Consultant Nephrologist at UHB since 2007. Interests include AKI, CKD-MBD, dialysis, [...]
Dr Jason Appleton Consultant Neurologist
Dr Jason Appleton is a Consultant Neurologist with an interest in stroke and vascular neurology. He completed his medical and neurology training in the West Midlands and undertook a PhD in stroke medicine [...]
Dr John Ayuk Consultant Endocrinologist, Honorary Senior Lecturer in Medicine
John is a Consultant Endocrinologist at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham (QEHB) and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the University of Birmingham. His research and clinical interests include the pathogenesis [...]
Dr Neil Abeysinghe Consultant Anaesthetist and Intensivist
Graduated from St Barts & Royal London Hospital School of Medicine in 1999. Trained in London, Oxfordshire and the West Midlands in internal medicine, pre-hospital care, anaesthesia and intensive [...]
Dr Rasoul Amel-Kashipaz Consultant Pathologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer
Rasoul first qualified from Birjand Medical University, Iran in 1997 with an MD, completed PhD in 2003 at the University of Nottingham and trained in the UK as a Pathologist (FRCpath). His special interests [...]
Miss Sarah Addison Consultant Colorectal Surgeon
Sarah qualified from the University of Birmingham in 1996. She completed specialty training in West Midlands. Her interests include laparoscopic colorectal cancer surgery, functional bowel disease and [...]