Women's health care at every stage of life

At Mermaid Central Medical Clinic, we provide comprehensive, confidential women's health care for patients at every stage of life. Our experienced GPs offer evidence-based care in a supportive, respectful and non-judgemental setting. We provide inclusive care for women, and for people of all gender identities who need women's health services, and every consultation is private.

What we offer

Our doctors and nurses can help with a wide range of women's health needs, including:

  • Contraception advice and procedures
  • Cervical screening and breast checks
  • Menopause and perimenopause care
  • Pregnancy care and antenatal shared care
  • Fertility and pre-pregnancy advice
  • Medical termination of pregnancy
  • Menstrual problems, including heavy or painful periods
  • Sexual health checks and screening
  • Weight and lifestyle support
  • Iron deficiency and general health concerns

Several of these have their own pages with more detail, including Pregnancy Care, Medical Termination of Pregnancy, and Sexual Health.

Contraception and family planning

Choosing the right contraception is an important personal decision. Our doctors provide expert advice and ongoing care to help you find the most suitable option.

Contraception services include:

  • Oral contraceptive pills
  • Contraceptive injections
  • Emergency contraception
  • Long-acting reversible contraception (LARC)
  • Fertility planning and counselling
  • We discuss effectiveness, side effects, risks and benefits, so you can make an informed choice.

Implanon Insertion & Removal (Bulk-Billed available)

Implanon is a safe, highly effective long-acting contraceptive implant that lasts up to three years.

Our Implanon services include:

  • Implanon insertion
  • Implanon removal
  • Review of side effects and bleeding patterns
  • Ongoing contraceptive advice

Procedures are performed doctors experienced in women’s health care.

IUD Insertion & Removal Bulk Billing available

An intrauterine device (IUD) is one of the most effective forms of contraception and may also help manage heavy or painful periods.

We provide:

  • Hormnal IUDs (Mirena, Kyleena)
  • Copper IUDs
  • Pre-insertion counselling and assessment
  • IUD insertion and removal
  • Follow-up care
  • Pain management
  • Options and aftercare advice are discussed prior to insertion.

Menopause Care & Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

We offer personalised care for patient s experiencing perimenopause and menopause.

Menopause services include:

  • Assessment of menopause symptons
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy(HRT) initiation and review
  • Non-hormonal treatment options
  • Long-term health and risk assessment
  • Care is guided by current Australian clinical guidelines and tailored to you individual needs.

Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP)

We provide medical termination of pregnancy in a safe, confidential and supportive setting.

Our MTP care includes:

  • Eligibility assessment and counselling
  • Clear explanation of the process and what to expect
  • Follow-up care and support
  • Contraception planning if desired
  • Our approach is respectful, non-judgemental and patient-centred.

Confidential, Inclusive Women’s Heath Care

We provide inclusive care for women and people of all gender identities who require women’s health services. All consultations are private and confidential.

Cervical screening

The Cervical Screening Test checks for the human papillomavirus, or HPV, a common infection that can lead to cervical cancer over time. For most people, screening is recommended every five years, and we can carry out your test at the clinic. Your doctor will explain your result and what, if anything, needs to happen next.

Menopause and perimenopause care

The years around menopause can bring a range of symptoms, and there's a lot that can help. We offer care for perimenopause and menopause that starts with understanding your symptoms and your health. Your doctor can talk through the options for managing symptoms, which may include hormone replacement therapy, also called HRT, and non-hormonal approaches, along with a look at your longer-term health. Care follows current Australian clinical guidelines and is based on your situation.

Pregnancy, fertility and antenatal shared care

Whether you're planning a pregnancy, having trouble conceiving, or already expecting, we can help. Our doctors offer pre-pregnancy and fertility advice, and antenatal shared care, where your pregnancy care is shared between the clinic and your hospital.

Medical termination of pregnancy

We provide medical termination of pregnancy care in a confidential, supportive and non-judgemental setting. Medical termination is available early in pregnancy, up to nine weeks. Our care includes an eligibility assessment and counselling, a clear explanation of the process and what to expect, follow-up care, and help with contraception afterwards if you'd like it. If you've already had your ultrasound and blood tests, please bring the results with you.

Other women's health support

Alongside the services above, your GP can help with menstrual problems, sexual health checks, iron deficiency, weight and lifestyle support, and general health concerns. If something isn't listed here, ask us, as there's a good chance we can help or point you in the right direction.

Quick facts

Care for

All stages of life, from your teens to after menopause

Procedures

Implant and IUD insertion and removal at the clinic

Implants

Insertion and removal bulk billed

Referral

Not required to see a GP

Confidential

Every consultation is private

What to bring

  • Medicare card and any concession card
  • A list of your current medications
  • Previous screening or test results, including any recent ultrasound or blood tests
  • Details of any contraception you've used before
  • A note of the questions you'd like to ask

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral for women's health care?

No referral is needed to see a GP. If you need to see a specialist, your GP can arrange a referral.

Can I have an implant or IUD fitted at the clinic?

Yes. We offer insertion and removal of contraceptive implants and IUDs. Implant insertion and removal are bulk billed, and your doctor will discuss pain management and aftercare with you beforehand.

How often do I need a cervical screening test?

For most people, screening is recommended every five years. Your doctor will let you know what's right for you based on your history.

Can you help with menopause symptoms?

Yes. Your doctor can talk through your symptoms and the options for managing them, which may include hormone replacement therapy and non-hormonal approaches, guided by current Australian clinical guidelines.

How early can I have a medical termination?

Medical termination is available early in pregnancy, up to nine weeks. If you've already had an ultrasound and blood tests, bring the results with you. You can read more on our Medical Termination of Pregnancy page.

Are consultations confidential?

Yes. Every women's health consultation is private and confidential.