Dr John Stephens.

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Dr John Stephens.


Qualified:
Bachelor of Medicine (BM) Southampton University (1986)

Member:
Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP)
Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP)

Postgraduate Study
Diploma in Child Health (DCH)
Diploma of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (DRCOG)
Diploma of the Faculty of Family Planning (DFFP)

Since qualifying in 1986, Dr Stephens initially trained in General Medicine in Poole and Bournemouth, successfully obtaining the higher qualification of MRCP. He then pursued his career path in General Practice and Family Medicine, training in Paediatrics, Accident and Emergency, Obstetrics and Gynaecology. He was appointed as a GP principle in 1995 and was subsequently appointed a Hospital Practitioner in GU Medicine at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital where he continues to work in the NHS GUM clinic.

 

 
 
 

Genito-Urinary Medicine (GUM Clinic)

The Genito-Urinary Medicine (GUM Clinic) provides a discreet, confidential and high quality service providing diagnosis and treatment for both sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and other G-U problems. We are also able to offer screening for STDs and HIV testing/counselling.

Common conditions such as chlamydia, herpes (type 1 & 2), genital warts, recurrent thrush, NSU, bacterial vaginosis, and genital skin disorders can all be dealt with. We are able to offer cryotherapy as a treatment option for genital warts.

Consultations are of 30 minutes duration and 15 minutes follow-up where necessary. All patients will be offered a chaperone if required. All consultations and follow-ups are undertaken by Doctor Stephens who is also very happy to discuss your requirements/needs prior to the initial consultation, to ensure that the service is suitable for your particular problem or concern.

Where particular tests are required Dr Stephens will inform you of the relevant costs and reporting times. Results and further discussion of test outcome will be arranged by Doctor Stephens either by telephone call or a follow-up appointment if required.

The clinic runs on a weekly basis on a Wednesday afternoon and all you have to do is telephone one of our friendly receptionists for an appointment. More urgent consultations can usually be arranged as well.