Women in Southsea and Old Portsmouth often look for faster access to gynaecology; menopause care and pelvic health physio. The right policy can streamline referrals; diagnostics and ongoing support.
Core benefits to include
- Gynaecology consults for fibroids; endometriosis; pelvic pain
- Menopause clinics for HRT review; alternatives and complex cases
- Diagnostics – pelvic ultrasound; blood tests; bone density when indicated
- Pelvic health physiotherapy – incontinence; prolapse; post-natal rehab
- Mental health support – CBT; counselling for sleep; mood and anxiety
How to compare policies
- Outpatient caps: Ultrasound plus repeat consults can add up
- Referral rules: Some policies allow direct access to women’s health physio
- Prescription costs: HRT itself is usually a private or NHS prescription charge
- Hospital list: Portsmouth; Havant; Southampton will cover most needs
Practical care map
- Spire Portsmouth; Havant Road for scans and day-case procedures
- QA private units; Cosham for theatre access and consultant clinics
- Community pelvic health physio across Southsea and Fratton
For a student or early-career angle on rapid access and mental health support, read Student Health Cover in Portsmouth – University Guide to Private Options.