Patient FAQs

1.Do I need a referral letter from my GP?

A referral letter from your GP is helpful, particularly if you are insured as many insurance companies will require a referral letter in order to cover your treatment. If you are at all uncertain, please call the The Endometriosis Clinic secretary on 0800 019 6331 who will be able to answer any of your queries. It is also useful if you bring as much information as you can regarding your previous treatments, for example, results from laparoscopies.

2.What will happen at my consultation?

A first consulatation lasts between 30 minutes and one hour. You will be asked extensively about your symptoms and history. Treatment options will be discussed and you will be able to discuss any questions you may have.

If you have significant bowel or bladder symptoms you may also see Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, Simon Radley or Consultant Urologist, Alan Doherty. If required, they will perform surgery alongside your Gynaecologist.

3.Do I need insurance?

Many patients attending the clinic do not have healthcare insurance. However, if you do have healthcare insurance, please bring details of your insurance cover to your first consultation.

4.How much will it cost?

If you do require surgery the cost of this surgery depends on the type and extent of your condition. This will be discussed with you at your consultation.

5.How quickly can I be treated?

Surgery for treatment or further investigation can usually be arranged within two weeks of the consultation.

6.How can I contact you?

The Endometriosis Clinic operates from the following hospitals: the BMI Priory Hospital Birmingham; the BMI Hospital Edgbaston, Birmingham; the BMI Droitwich Spa Hospital, Worcestershire and the Nuffield Hospital in Wolverhampton. You will be seen at the hospital most convenient for you.

For an appointment, please call 0800 019 6331.