Can I go to the early pregnancy unit?
The Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU) is open to any women who is less than 14 weeks pregnant who is experiencing symptoms they find concerning (e.g. bleeding or pain), or who is unsure of the dates of their pregnancy.
How do I contact maternity direct?
For support, call our Helpline on 0808 2000 247.
What is antenatal triage?
The Triage area consists of two private assessment rooms where the midwife will take your history and undertake an Antenatal assessment (like the assessments the Midwives carry out in the community). Maternity Triage can be a very busy area, and women will be seen on a priority of care basis.
Where is the fracture clinic at Frimley Park Hospital?
Wexham plaster room is in the main outpatients area near the front of the hospital, please use entrance 2 car park. Heatherwood plaster room is in the outpatients area on the ground floor of the 3 story building by entrance 1, which is the entrance nearest Ascot high street.
Do you go to hospital for early miscarriage?
You should always go to the emergency room if you are having very heavy bleeding (such as soaking through a menstrual pad in under an hour) or if you’re having symptoms of ectopic pregnancy, such as severe pain in the abdominal area, dizziness, or fainting.
How do I know my baby is OK at 7 weeks?
You may start to feel bloated and your breasts may start getting bigger. Your baby is growing, too. Baby’s head and face are developing and tiny hands and feet are sprouting. Your fatigue may be intense right now.
How do I refer myself to a midwife?
This may be via an online form or a phone contact with your local midwives. If you’re not sure which trust or hospital you’re allowed to book into for antenatal care, your GP practice will be able to let you know. Please note that not all hospitals allow self-referral. Otherwise, contact your GP.
What is maternity direct?
Maternity Direct is a secure telemedicine app connecting a pregnant woman with a registered NHS midwife to answer non-urgent queries by text chat. Moreover, midwives can easily text chat with 4 or 5 women in the time it takes for a single telephone or video call.
When should I call my maternity unit?
Call your midwife or maternity unit for guidance when your contractions are in a regular pattern and: last at least 60 seconds. come every 5 minutes or. you think you are in labour.
When should I call triage maternity?
Triage is the assessment area for maternity where we assess many needs, not just labour. You may be referred to triage by your GP, community midwife or you may contact us directly after 20 weeks of pregnancy, up to 6 weeks after delivery of your baby.
What Ward is F14 at Frimley Park Hospital?
Haematology units – Eden ward (WPH) and ward G1 (FPH)
Ward name | Contact number |
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F4 | 01276 604245 |
F7/ F8 | 0300 613 4235 |
F9 | 01252 649341 |
F14 | 01276 604898 |
How much is parking at Frimley Park Hospital?
Parking charges
Up to 15 minutes – free | 3 to 4 hours – £5.50 |
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15 minutes to 2 hours – £3.50 | 4 to 5 hours – £6.50 |
2 to 3 hours – £5.00 | Over 5 hours – £8.00 |
What kind of Gynaecology does Frimley Health offer?
Frimley Health offers a comprehensive, consultant-led gynaecology service to help patients suffering from disorders and diseases of the female reproductive system. Our gynaecology department includes dedicated early pregnancy units for pregnant women experiencing problems in early pregnancy (e.g.
What kind of surgery can you do in Frimley Park?
Our hospitals at Frimley Park, Heatherwood and Wexham Park offer a range of inpatient procedures such as hysterectomy, and prolapse repair operations; and a range of short stay and day case procedures such as endometrial resection, Novasure and laparoscopic work.
Is there a gynaecology ward at Wexham Park?
Inpatients are cared for on a dedicated gynaecology ward at Frimley Park and there is an increasing emphasis on short stay and day case surgery with considerable expertise in laparoscopic surgery and the development of robotic surgery. At Wexham Park we have 21 gynaecology beds on Ward 20.
When to go to the early pregnancy unit?
See the relevant tab below for more information. The Early Pregnancy Unit is an emergency referral service providing care for women experiencing pregnancy complications, primarily pain or vaginal bleeding, up to 15+6 weeks.