Overview
Sexual health
Clinics update
Strike action update
Due to strike action our Walworth Road clinic will be closed on:
- Friday 22 September
Burrell Street will be open as usual.
Walworth Road clinic closed from 25 September to 20 October
The clinic will be closed between Monday 25 September and Friday 20 October. The clinic will re-open on Monday 23 October for walk-in appointments.
During this time, you can visit Burrell Street but please be aware that there might be longer waiting times than usual.
This is because we are upgrading our patient electronic health record system across our hospitals and community services from 5 October.
We’re sorry for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Mpox
Anyone can contract mpox (previously called monkeypox), but UK data from the current outbreak shows higher levels of transmission between men who have sex with men.
We are offering booked appointments for the vaccine at Guy's Hospital.
Find out more about mpox and the vaccine.
We provide a full range of sexual and reproductive health services across 3 clinics in Lambeth and Southwark.
If you want a check-up and don't have symptoms, please order a home testing kit online, or pick one up from reception at one of our clinics.
We provide a priority service for:
- young people (under 18 years old)
- emergency contraception
- post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)
- people with severe symptoms
If you need a priority service we'll ask you to complete a registration from. After you have filled in the form, the nurse-in-charge will assess you.
If you have symptoms, you can walk in to get the next available appointment.
Our walk-in service provides:
- assessment of sexual health symptoms
- treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- contraception
- post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)
- pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)
- care and support after experiences of sexual assault, sexual violence, or domestic violence
- care and support if you have problems with chemsex (using drugs as part of your sex life)
- referral information for sexual health counselling
- referral information for psychosexual therapy
Our consultants
Amelia Hughes
An Vanthuyne
Phillip Hay
Research and clinical trials
Research is vital to improving the care that you receive when you're unwell. You can help improve healthcare by taking part in research studies at our Trust. During your appointment, ask your healthcare professional about research. They'll be happy to tell you about research studies you could be eligible to join.
Last updated: September 2023
