Edinburgh's Private Menopause, Contraception & Women's Health Clinic

The Women's Clinic is Edinburgh's only dedicated clinic specialising in the health needs of women. Providing expert menopause care, contraceptive coils and implants, and general women's health services.

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The Coil Clinic is now The Women's Clinic.
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Welcome To The Women's Clinic

A note from Dr Catherine Smith

Hi, I’m Catherine – GP and Women’s Health Specialist.

When I opened the clinic in 2024, my goal was simple: to create a space where women feel heard, supported and in control of their health.

After 20 years working in general practice and women’s health, I know how often women are dismissed with their symptoms or unable to easily access the information or services they need.

I set out to change that, so at The Women’s Clinic, you’ll get:

  • Longer appointments - upto 40 minutes

  • Fast access to care - no GP referral needed

  • Personalised support that takes your concerns seriously

No long waiting lists. No rushed conversations. Just expert care, when you need it most.

I hope to welcome you to the clinic soon.

Who We Help

At The Women’s Clinic, we’re here for you - whether you're navigating the complexities of menopause or perimenopause, looking for reliable contraception, or simply want to feel heard and cared for.

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Our Specialist Services

We offer trusted, expert-led care across key areas of women’s health. Our services are here to support you at every stage - with time to listen, explain and help you feel better.

Menopause Support

For women in their 30s–60s navigating perimenopause and menopause. Treatment includes:

  • HRT
  • Vaginal Estrogen
  • Non-hormonal medications
  • Initial Consultation

Contraception Services

For time poor women who want fast, expert care for contraceptive services like the mirena coil or nexplanon implant.

  • Coil Fitting
  • Implant Insertion
  • Coil Removal
  • Implant Removal
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Womens Health Services

For anyone who needs trusted advice for general women’s health concerns

  • Smear Tests
  • Ring Pessaries
  • Well Woman Test
  • Thread Check

Why Women Choose Us

At The Women’s Clinic, we’re redefining what great women’s healthcare looks like – because you deserve better.

We know that finding the right care isn’t always easy. That’s why we’ve created something different.

Here’s why women choose us:

Dr Catherine Smith Menopause Specialist
In Safe Hands

Dr Catherine Smith

MBChB, MRCGP, DRCOG, DFFP, BMS Advanced Certificate

When you book an appointment at The Women’s Clinic, you’ll be seen by Dr Catherine Smith, a highly experienced GP and specialist in women’s health with 20 years of clinical practice.

Dr Smith is a member of both the British Menopause Society and the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health, holding advanced qualifications in both contraception and menopause care. She’s also one of the few clinicians in Scotland who is on the BMS Specialist Register  – enabling her to offer truly personalised, holistic treatment.

Her particular expertise in coil and implant fittings is shaped by years of experience and a deep understanding of how these choices impact real lives.

But more than qualifications, what sets Dr Smith apart is how she listens. Every woman is different. Every symptom matters. Her mission is to make sure you feel heard, informed and supported – no matter where you are in your journey.

What Our Patients Have To Say

Dr Smith has been a medical professional for almost 20 years. During that time she has treated 1000's of patients. Here's what some past patients have had to say about her.

    Dr Catherine Smith was just fantastic. She listened to my story and my symptoms and when every GP had ignored me, she took it all in and I felt totally heard. I now have a plan to get my life back on track and I’m so grateful for this amazing clinic. Thank you, thank you 🙏

    Annabelle

    Edinburgh

    Highly recommend. Catherine is super. Treatments for perimenopause have been more informed and more effective than I’ve been able to access through NHS. Catherine knows her stuff – it’s wonderful!

    Mia Zielinska

    Edinburgh

    It was really good for someone to listen, really found it so helpful. Hopefully all get better, can only try

    Katrina Potter

    Fife

    I went to my appointment with a full, detailed list of all my symptoms and also what I hoped to get out of the appointment considering my choice to go private over NHS; I wanted to make sure I got the most out of it. My GP didn’t know anything about the menopause or have any credentials in menopause studies or related issues, so he was just giving me prescriptions...

    Taryn Crosbie

    Edinburgh

    Dr Smith has been amazing, caring and fully supportive as I navigated from peri-menopause to menopause over the last few years.  With her guidance I now have an HRT protocol which allows me to live life well, has given me back my brain back and I feel like a whole person again.

    Natalia Jones

    Edinburgh

    Had an appointment today with Dr Smith to discuss the menopause/symptoms. It was a great experience. There was plenty of time to chat and Dr Smith is very knowledgeable on the subject and extremely empathetic. I would highly recommend this clinic.

    Shona Flanagan

    Edinburgh

    Very helpful, compassionate and professional. Was able to get answers to what my previous GP and other drs. were puzzled about and considered “weird symptoms.” They were, in fact, textbook menopause and along with expert advice and reassurance I wasnt crazy or it was “all in my head” I got an immediate prescription. Highly recommend.

    L A-P

    Edinburgh

    I felt welcomed, at ease, and able to fully discuss my concerns and health.

    Jodie MacDonald

    Edinburgh

    The clinic is a great relaxed space to be able to fully explore all options and thoughts about contraception and HRT. Dr Catherine was very friendly and gave the time to fully listen to me and explained all the options and gave good advice on how to move forward.

    Rebecca Hardie

    Edinburgh

    Thank you so much, I am delighted with the service I received today. I was prepared for feeling unwell this weekend and I feel totally fine after the procedure! I would highly recommend to anyone in a similar situation to myself.

    Hayley Johnston

    Penicuik

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