Dr Fatma Seda Soylu
Women’s health & gynaecologyGMC-registered doctor with extensive experience in women’s health and gynaecology, trained in obstetrics and gynaecology in Turkey. English & Turkish.
Women’s health
Vaginal Pessary Fitting
A vaginal pessary is a simple, non-surgical way to relieve the symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse — the feeling of a bulge, heaviness or dragging. We assess you, fit the right pessary, and review it to keep you comfortable.
Pessary assessment & fitting Price on enquiry· confirmed before you book
Not for emergencies. For anything serious or life-threatening, call 999 or go to A&E. For urgent advice any time, NHS 111 is available 24/7.
- AppointmentAssessment & fitting
- TypeNon-surgical
- CareOngoing reviews
- Same-week appointmentsoften within 1–2 days
- Female doctor availableask when you book
Your appointment
Pessary assessment & fitting
Price on enquiryBooked as a doctor consultation
Assessment, the right fit and ongoing reviews — non-surgical relief for prolapse symptoms.
Related appointments
- Women’s health consultationFrom £150from £150
- Pelvic ultrasoundIf needed£200
Full fees on our price list. Any test or treatment is priced before you go ahead.
What it helps
Relief without surgery
Prolapse is common, especially after childbirth or the menopause, and a pessary supports the vaginal walls and pelvic organs so symptoms ease. It’s a good option if you’d prefer to avoid surgery, aren’t ready for it, or want relief in the meantime.
- A sensation of a lump, bulge or ‘something coming down’
- Heaviness or dragging in the pelvis, worse by the end of the day
- Prolapse affecting comfort, activity or bladder symptoms
Book a pessary assessment
Assessment, fitting and ongoing reviews.
Assessment & fitting
Getting the right fit
We take a full history, examine you to grade the prolapse, and fit a pessary in the right shape and size (commonly ring or shelf types). A chaperone is offered, at no charge. Most women feel immediate relief; we make sure it’s comfortable before you leave and show you what to expect.
Ongoing care
Reviews to keep you comfortable
Pessaries need periodic changing and checks (typically every few months), which we do for you. If your symptoms are complex, or you’d like to consider surgical options, we’ll refer you to a specialist urogynaecologist.
Good to know
Safe, joined-up care
GMC-registered clinicians, CQC-registered clinic
You’re seen by GMC-registered clinicians at our CQC-registered Whitechapel clinic. We keep clear, confidential records and, with your consent, share a summary with your NHS GP so your care stays joined up. A chaperone is available for any examination on request, at no charge.
You don’t need to be registered with us, and private care complements — it doesn’t replace — being registered with an NHS GP.
Meet the team
The clinicians who see your child
You are seen by a named, GMC-registered clinician working within their own scope of practice — and you can ask for a female doctor when you book.
Dr Haydar Bolat
GP & Clinical DirectorGMC-registered GP (GMC 7138332) seeing women for general practice and primary-care women’s health. English & Turkish.
Dr Pankaj Gupta
GPGMC-registered GP with experience in women’s health, general practice and minor procedures. English & Hindi.
Fees
Clear, up-front pricing
Consultation and assessment fees are set out on our price list, and any tests or treatments are explained and priced clearly before you go ahead — no surprises. Some services are priced on enquiry; just ask the clinic team.
What we don’t do here
- We are not an emergency service. For anything serious or life-threatening, call 999 or go to A&E. For urgent advice any time, NHS 111 is available 24/7.
- We are an outpatient clinic and do not provide hospital admission or inpatient care.
- Private care and screening complement, and do not replace, being registered with an NHS GP or national NHS screening programmes.
Good to know
Common questions
Still have a question? Our team can help you choose the right appointment.
What is a pessary?
A soft, medical-grade device placed in the vagina to support prolapsed organs and relieve symptoms — a non-surgical alternative or interim measure.
Will it be uncomfortable?
A well-fitted pessary shouldn’t be felt. We check the fit before you leave and adjust the size if needed.
How often does it need changing?
Typically every few months, depending on the type. We’ll arrange regular reviews to change and check it.
Can I still consider surgery later?
Yes. A pessary doesn’t prevent future surgery — if you’d like to explore surgical repair, we’ll refer you to a urogynaecologist.
Can I see a female doctor?
Yes — you can request a female doctor when you book. Dr Fatma Seda Soylu leads our women’s health clinic, and a chaperone is always offered for intimate examinations.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You can book directly. With your consent, we can write to your NHS GP so your care stays joined up.
Are consultations confidential?
Yes. Consultations are confidential under GMC professional standards and UK GDPR. Nothing is shared with your employer, family or partner without your written consent.
Related services
Related women’s health services
All of these are available at the same Whitechapel clinic — often in the same visit.
Pelvic & Gynaecology Ultrasound
Pelvic ultrasound for period problems, cysts, fibroids and pain.
Scan £200
Areas we serve
Pessary fitting in London
Women across East London and the City come to our Whitechapel clinic for pessary fitting — a non-surgical option for pelvic organ prolapse, with regular reviews and referral to a urogynaecologist if you would like to consider surgery.
Tower Bridge Hospital is at 97–99 Whitechapel Road, London E1 — a few minutes’ walk from Aldgate East and Whitechapel stations, and convenient for the City of London, Liverpool Street, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, Shoreditch and the rest of East and Central London. We are open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm.
- Whitechapel
- Aldgate
- Aldgate East
- Tower Bridge
- City of London
- Liverpool Street
- Canary Wharf
- Shoreditch
- Bethnal Green
- Stepney
- Wapping
- Mile End
- Stratford
- Central London
Tower Bridge Hospital
97–99 Whitechapel Road, London E1 1DT — a few minutes’ walk from Aldgate East and Whitechapel stations. Open 7 days, 9am–7pm.
Children’s services · Whitechapel, East London
Relieve prolapse, without surgery
Book a pessary assessment and fitting for comfortable, non-surgical relief.
Pessary assessment & fittingPrice on enquiry
Booked as a doctor consultation. No GP referral needed. Open 7 days, 9am–7pm.