Bleeding or pain concerns
Heavy periods, painful periods, irregular bleeding, missed periods, pelvic pain and suspected endometriosis-related concerns can be reviewed.
Women’s health and hormones
Reproductive health and period management
This pathway helps patients make sense of bleeding, pain, cycle changes, hormone-related mood disorders, including premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder, endometriosis, contraception questions, pregnancy-related decisions and related symptoms.
Start here if
Use this page when the main concern is periods, pain, bleeding, hormone-related mood disorders (premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder), endometriosis, contraception, pregnancy-related questions or reproductive health, but you may not know whether the next step is consultation, investigation, procedure planning or referral.
Who this is for
Is reproductive health and period management the right starting point?
A service category is a starting point, not a diagnosis. The clinician may recommend a different appointment, referral, follow-up or preparation step after review.
Contraception and pregnancy-related questions
Contraception decisions, device planning, pregnancy options, sexual health questions and follow-up after tests can be discussed.
When categories overlap
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), premenstrual symptoms and reproductive health concerns may need one connected discussion rather than separate bookings.
What to expect
Process and preparation
The exact appointment depends on symptoms, preparation, suitability and clinician judgement.
Appointment process
Period and bleeding assessment
For a small organ, the uterus can cause a lot of disruption. The consultation explores cycle length, bleeding volume, pain pattern, flooding, iron status, premenstrual mood changes and impact on daily life. Endometriosis and adenomyosis are considered where the picture fits.
Contraception and reproductive planning
Contraception choice is individual. The clinician reviews your priorities, previous experiences, reproductive goals and method preferences, then maps these to suitable options — including pill, implant, intrauterine device or non-hormonal methods. Insertions and removals are available in clinic.
Premenstrual and cyclical mood symptoms
Extreme mood changes in the days before bleeding may reflect premenstrual dysphoric disorder. A mood and menstrual diary helps link symptoms to the cycle. If this pattern fits, treatment options are available and discussed at the appointment.
Investigation and plan
Pathology (including iron, hormones, thyroid where relevant), pelvic ultrasound or specialist referral may be arranged. The plan can include medical management, procedure preparation, contraception change, lifestyle support or watchful review — chosen with you, not for you.
Preparation
Track your cycle and bleeding
A few weeks of tracking — using a calendar, an app or simple notes — gives the clinician far more useful information than memory alone. Note bleeding days, flow, pain, mood and any patterns you notice.
Bring relevant history
Bring a list of current medicines, previous contraception, allergies, past investigations, recent pathology and any specialist letters. Family history of endometriosis, fertility concerns or hormone-related conditions is useful context.
Think about your goals
Are you seeking symptom relief, pregnancy planning, contraception change, fertility preservation, fertility assessment or simply explanation? Knowing your goal helps shape the appointment.
Safety and expectations
Risks, limits and aftercare
Read the limits and aftercare notes before booking so the next step matches your concern and urgency.
Risks and limitations
Some symptoms need urgent care
Heavy bleeding soaking through pads quickly, severe pain, fainting, fever, suspected pregnancy complications or possible infection are unsafe for routine online booking. Call the clinic or seek urgent care instead.
Some treatment options need staged review
Some pathways — for example endometriosis investigation, fertility planning or complex contraception changes — may need more than one appointment or specialist input.
Pregnancy-related care is privacy-sensitive
Do not submit sensitive pregnancy, medication, test result or clinical details through the general contact form. Bring these to the consultation directly.
Aftercare and follow-up
Track your response
If a new medicine or contraception was started, keep brief notes on symptoms, bleeding pattern, side effects and mood. This helps the next review be focused and useful.
Know when to return sooner
Return sooner than your scheduled follow-up for worsening pain, abnormal bleeding, side effects that affect daily life, new symptoms or anything that no longer feels right.
Trusted resources
Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au), Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (jeanhailes.org.au) and the Endometriosis Australia network provide evidence-based, Australian-reviewed information for ongoing learning between visits.
Booking and fees
Choose a safe next step
Book directly when the pathway is clear, or use the booking page if appointment type, timing or provider fit is uncertain.
Booking pathway
Book a reproductive health appointment
The primary booking option opens the women’s health new patient appointment on Halaxy. Use the booking page if a procedure-preparation or phone-first pathway is needed.
Urgent concerns
If symptoms feel unsafe.
For urgent concerns that cannot wait for routine booking, call the clinic during opening hours, or seek urgent medical care by calling 000 for emergencies, CALMS after-hours general practice on 02 6260 3300 or attend the GP urgent care clinic at Woden.
If symptoms feel urgent or pregnancy-related, call rather than relying on routine online booking.
Fees for this pathway
Current fees linked to this service
These fee rows come from current clinic fee records. Medicare rebate, out-of-pocket and bulk billing details are shown only where they are supported by the published fee record.
Women’s health new patient consultation
40 minutes
From A$345
Women’s health new-patient fees vary by practitioner; Dr French’s current listed fee remains A$360.
Medicare rebate: Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket estimates depend on eligibility and the item number billed.
Women’s health brief review
15 minutes
A$185
Brief review for simple follow-up where no significant changes are expected. A 50% deposit is required to book online.
Medicare rebate: Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket estimates depend on eligibility and the item number billed.
Women’s health significant review
20 minutes
A$225
Significant review or follow-up appointment listed in current clinic fee information.
Medicare rebate: Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket estimates depend on eligibility and the item number billed.
Women’s health telehealth new patient
40 minutes
A$368
Eligible new-patient women’s health consultation by Halaxy Telehealth.
Medicare rebate: Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket estimates depend on eligibility and the item number billed.
Women’s health telehealth significant review
20 minutes
A$220
Eligible significant review or follow-up appointment by Halaxy Telehealth.
Medicare rebate: Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket estimates depend on eligibility and the item number billed.
Pre-procedure or results telehealth
10 minutes
A$125
For procedure prescriptions or results discussion when clinically suitable. Telehealth is not urgent care and does not replace a procedure appointment.
Medicare rebate: Medicare rebate and out-of-pocket estimates are shown only after the clinic confirms the estimate.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions
Can I book for heavy or painful periods?
Yes. The appointment can review bleeding pattern, pain, previous tests, medicines and whether investigation, treatment or referral is needed.
Can I discuss pregnancy-related questions?
Yes, as part of broader reproductive health care, but do not send sensitive details through the general contact form.
Will I need a procedure?
Not always. Some concerns are managed with consultation, tests, medicines, referral or follow-up. Procedure planning depends on suitability.
When should I call instead of booking online?
Call if symptoms are severe, pregnancy-related, rapidly worsening or feel unsafe to wait.