Best Perimenopause Doctors and Clinics in the UK
Best perimenopause doctors and clinics in the UK. From NHS menopause services to private clinics, here is what to look for and where to start.
Why Specialist Perimenopause Care Matters
Many women report feeling dismissed or misdiagnosed when they first raise perimenopausal symptoms with a GP. Symptoms including irregular periods, brain fog, anxiety, joint pain, and sleep disruption are frequently attributed to stress or depression without adequate investigation. A GP or specialist with genuine expertise in perimenopause takes a different approach, recognising the hormonal context behind a cluster of symptoms and discussing all available options including HRT, lifestyle interventions, and non-hormonal treatments. Knowing what to look for in a perimenopause doctor, and understanding how to access specialist care in the UK, makes a meaningful difference to the quality of support you receive.
NHS Menopause Services
The NHS offers dedicated menopause clinics in many parts of England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. These are specialist outpatient services staffed by gynaecologists and GPs with additional training in menopause. Your GP can refer you to an NHS menopause clinic if they feel your needs go beyond standard primary care management. Waiting times vary considerably by region, from a few weeks in some areas to several months in others. To find NHS menopause services near you, the British Menopause Society website provides a searchable directory. The Menopause Support network also maintains a list of menopause-friendly GP practices, which can be a useful starting point before seeking a specialist referral.
The British Menopause Society Directory
The British Menopause Society (BMS) is the leading professional body for menopause healthcare in the UK. It accredits healthcare professionals who have completed recognised training in menopause care and maintains a searchable online directory of accredited specialists across the country. Using this directory lets you find GPs, gynaecologists, and other clinicians who have demonstrated specialist knowledge rather than relying on general practice alone. BMS-accredited practitioners are trained in the full range of perimenopause and menopause management options including all forms of HRT, testosterone therapy, and non-hormonal alternatives. The directory is free to access and filterable by location.
Private Perimenopause Clinics
Private menopause clinics have expanded significantly in the UK over the past five years, partly due to growing public awareness and partly due to gaps in NHS capacity. Well-known private services include the Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre, which operates clinics across the UK and also offers online consultations. The Marion Gluck Clinic in London specialises in bioidentical hormone therapy. The London Menopause Clinic and the Carole Sherber Centre are also frequently cited by women seeking specialist private care. Private consultations typically cost between 150 and 350 pounds for an initial appointment, with follow-ups at lower rates. Online-only perimenopause services, often faster and cheaper, are discussed separately below.
Online Perimenopause Services
Several regulated online services now provide perimenopause assessments, prescriptions, and ongoing care entirely remotely. Menopause Care, Bodylogic, and Stella are among the services frequently recommended by patient communities. Newson Health also offers video consultations. The quality of online services varies significantly, and it is worth verifying that any online provider employs clinicians registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and that prescriptions are issued following a proper clinical assessment rather than an automated questionnaire. Online services tend to have faster access than NHS clinics and lower costs than in-person private consultations, making them a practical middle ground for many women.
What to Ask at a Perimenopause Appointment
Going into a perimenopause appointment with clear questions improves the quality of care you receive. Useful questions include asking what blood tests are needed and why, whether HRT is appropriate and in what form, what alternatives exist if HRT is not suitable, and how symptoms will be monitored over time. It is also worth asking whether the clinician has specific training in menopause and whether they follow NICE guideline NG23 on menopause management. Taking a written list of your symptoms, when they started, and how they affect daily life gives the clinician a clearer picture and reduces the risk of important symptoms being overlooked in a short appointment.
Tracking Symptoms Before Your Appointment
Arriving at a perimenopause appointment with detailed, consistent symptom records significantly improves the consultation. A structured log showing which symptoms occur, how frequently, how severely, and whether they are worsening over time gives a clinician far more useful information than a general description of feeling unwell. Apps like PeriPlan let you log symptoms and track patterns over time, giving you a clear, organised record to share. Bringing two to four weeks of symptom data can support a more specific diagnosis and a more personalised treatment plan. It also demonstrates to the clinician that your symptoms are persistent and patterned rather than isolated or transient.
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