Private Gynaecologist Cost UK 2026
Seeing a private gynaecologist in the UK typically costs £250 for an initial consultation, ranging from £95 to £460 across the 48 clinics we track. That fee buys the appointment – the consultant’s time to hear your history, examine you and agree a plan. Tests, scans and procedures aren’t in it; they’re charged separately. So it’s worth knowing the usual add-ons before you book, not after you’re in the room.
Initial vs follow-up appointments
- Initial consultation – a new problem and full assessment. This is the top end of the range.
- Follow-up appointment – checking progress or going over results. Usually cheaper than the first.
- Video consultation – often cheaper than in person, and handy for a first opinion.
What the consultation fee covers
You’re paying for the consultant’s time – hearing your history, examining you and talking through a plan. Blood tests, ultrasound scans and procedures cost extra. If a scan or test looks likely, ask for the combined price up front so the total doesn’t blindside you later.
Tests and procedures are charged on top
The consultation gets you assessed and pointed toward a plan; anything done off the back of it carries its own price tag. The common add-ons each have their own guide:
- A smear test or HPV test.
- A colposcopy if a smear comes back abnormal.
- Coil fitting (IUD/IUS).
- A hysteroscopy, a pelvic ultrasound, or an AMH (fertility) blood test.
Does where you live change the price?
It does. Senior subspecialists and central London clinics sit at the top, and video appointments often come in lower than in person. The cheapest option we currently track is Newcastle upon Tyne (from £95). Compare consultation prices near you:
| City | From | Typical | Clinics | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London | £160 | £270 | 16 | Compare |
| Manchester | £200 | £250 | 7 | Compare |
| Birmingham | £120 | £252.50 | 4 | Compare |
| Leeds | £160 | £212.50 | 4 | Compare |
| Bristol | £145 | £200 | 3 | Compare |
| Edinburgh | £200 | £200 | 3 | Compare |
| Cardiff | £200 | £225 | 2 | Compare |
| Leicester | £150 | £205 | 2 | Compare |
| Southampton | £145 | £172.50 | 2 | Compare |
| Colchester | £295 | £295 | 1 | Compare |
| Glasgow | £250 | £250 | 1 | Compare |
| Liverpool | £200 | £200 | 1 | Compare |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | £95 | £95 | 1 | Compare |
| Sheffield | £205 | £205 | 1 | Compare |
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NHS vs private
NHS gynaecology is free with a GP referral – the trade-off is waiting, and you might not see the same person each time. Going private buys faster access and continuity with one named consultant who knows your history. If a problem might be serious, see your GP first so anything urgent is picked up on the NHS pathway.
When should you see one privately?
Common reasons include heavy, painful or irregular periods, menopause and HRT advice, pelvic pain, fibroids, PCOS, contraception (coil fitting included), fertility questions, or wanting an abnormal smear looked at quickly. If it’s really one specific procedure you’re after, check that guide first so you’re pricing the whole thing, not just the consultation.
What changes the cost
- Consultant seniority – subspecialists charge more.
- Location – London fees run higher.
- In-person vs video.
- Self-pay vs insurance (which usually wants a GP referral).
How to avoid overpaying
- Ask for the full fee up front – and exactly what the consultation includes.
- Get likely add-on costs (scan, tests) before you go, not on the day.
- Consider a video consultation for a first opinion.
- Check the consultant’s GMC registration – it’s free and takes a minute.
- Compare a few clinics – the gap between the cheapest and dearest we track is £365.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private gynaecologist cost in the UK?
An initial consultation is usually £95–£460, with a typical price of £250. Follow-ups cost less, and any tests or procedures are billed on top.
Is the consultation fee separate from tests and scans?
Yes – the fee covers the appointment only. Scans, blood tests and procedures are extra, so if any look likely, ask for the combined cost before you commit.
Can I see an NHS gynaecologist for free?
Yes, with a GP referral – the trade-off is a possible wait and less continuity of consultant. Private care mainly buys speed and seeing the same named person each time.
Do I need a referral to see a private gynaecologist?
If you’re self-paying, usually not. Insurance normally wants a GP referral and pre-authorisation first.
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