Special care · Women

Women’s health care with extensive experience

Three out of four women appreciate being able to see a female GP. Our team has a great deal of knowledge and experience in women’s health and gynaecology.

Care that suits women

No two patients are the same, and men and women each have their own care needs. Besides complaints that apply to everyone, women can face the menopause, menstrual problems, PMS, vaginal discharge, pelvic floor problems, national screening programmes and sexual problems.

Expertise in our practice

GPs Femke Hohmann and Annemarie de Vet have extensive experience in gynaecology. Before becoming GPs, both worked for many years in obstetrics and gynaecology. They also carried out scientific research in reproductive medicine and were part of the IVF team at Erasmus MC. Femke Hohmann’s PhD research included fertility treatments in women with PCOS. The other doctors in our practice also have extensive knowledge of women’s health.

A sex-specific approach

Men and women not only experience different complaints, they often present them differently as well. We are convinced that a sex-specific approach improves the quality of care.

At a glance

Female GPs with experience in gynaecology
IUD fitting in our own practice
Contraception, menopause and wanting to have children
Smear test for the national screening programme with the doctor’s assistant

Direct contact

Practice: 010 452 77 92
Mon–Fri 08.00 – 17.00

Evenings, nights and weekends:
Huisartsenpost SFG 010 466 95 73

Our care

What can you see us about?

For many gynaecological complaints you do not need to go to hospital. We can help you in our own practice.

Contraception

The pill, a coil (IUD), the implant or the contraceptive injection: we discuss what suits you.

IUD fitting

Hormonal IUD or copper IUD: fitting and check-up in our own practice.

Periods and PMS

Heavy bleeding, pain or mood problems around your period.

Menopause

Hot flushes, poor sleep or mood swings: we discuss what helps.

Wanting to have children

Advice if you want to have children and questions about fertility, with knowledge from reproductive medicine.

Pelvic floor and urine leakage

Problems after giving birth or later in life: a lot can often be done.

Appointment and treatment

Feel free to discuss it with us

Thanks to our experience in caring for women, you can see us for many gynaecological complaints: problems with your periods, having an IUD fitted, menopausal symptoms or questions about contraception. You are also welcome with questions about fertility.

Do you have a specific complaint or question, or would you like to meet us first? Contact the practice for an appointment. Just let us know if you would prefer to be seen by a female GP.

Comparison

Contraception compared

There are many ways to prevent pregnancy. Here are the most commonly used methods side by side.

Method	How does it work?	How long does it work?	Reliability	Hormones
Contraceptive pill	Hormones prevent ovulation	Take every day	Very reliable if you don’t forget it	Yes
Hormonal IUD	A small amount of hormone in the womb	3 to 8 years, depending on the type	Very reliable	Yes
Copper IUD	Copper makes sperm cells ineffective	5 to 10 years, depending on the type	Very reliable	No
Implant	Hormone rod under the skin of the upper arm	3 years	Very reliable	Yes
Contraceptive injection	Hormone injection	A new injection every 12 weeks	Reliable if you have the injection on time	Yes
Condom	Stops sperm cells	Every time you have sex	Less reliable; the only method that also protects against STIs	No

This is a general overview. Which method suits you depends on your situation and health. Discuss it with the GP or read more on Thuisarts.nl (Dutch GPs’ health information website).

Frequently asked questions

Questions about women’s health care

Can’t find your question? Please feel free to contact us.

Can I choose a female GP?

Yes, several female GPs work in our team. Mention your preference when making the appointment.

Can I have an IUD fitted at your practice?

Yes, the GP fits both hormonal and copper IUDs in our practice. Beforehand you will receive an explanation about the preparation and the check-up afterwards.

How do I request a repeat prescription for the pill?

Via Uw Zorg Online (our online patient portal) or the prescription line. If you are using the pill for the first time, want to switch or have complaints, make an appointment with the GP.

What can I do about menopausal symptoms?

Information and lifestyle changes often help. If the symptoms are severe, hormone treatment or another medicine may be an option. The GP will discuss with you what suits you.

I have very heavy or painful periods. Is that normal?

Many women suffer from this, but you do not have to put up with it if it affects your daily life. Make an appointment, especially if you have bleeding between periods, after sex or after the menopause.

Where can I have a smear test?

If you receive an invitation for the national cervical cancer screening programme, you can have the smear test done by our doctor’s assistant. You can also choose the self-sampling kit that you use at home.

We want to have children. Can I see the GP about this?

Yes. The GP gives advice on folic acid, lifestyle and the use of medicines, among other things. If you have not become pregnant after a year, or if you have an irregular cycle or are a little older, we can carry out tests or refer you.

I leak urine when coughing or exercising. What can I do?

This is common, especially after giving birth or around the menopause. Pelvic floor exercises, possibly with a pelvic floor physiotherapist, often help a lot. Feel free to discuss it with the GP.

Can I get the morning-after pill via the GP?

The morning-after pill is available without a prescription from the pharmacy and the drugstore (drogist). The sooner you take it, the better it works. A copper IUD can also be used as emergency contraception, up to 5 days after unprotected sex. In that case, call the practice as soon as possible.

I am pregnant. Do I go to the GP or the midwife?

For pregnancy check-ups you go to the midwife; you can register there yourself. For other complaints during pregnancy, the GP remains your point of contact.

Special care

Questions or need an appointment?

Call the practice on weekdays between 8:00 and 17:00, or book an appointment yourself via Uw Zorg Online. For urgent matters outside opening hours, call the out-of-hours GP service (huisartsenpost).