Increased support for women with severe menopause symptoms
13 November 2024
Women who experience severe or complex menopause symptoms will benefit from enhanced support, with a new menopause hub, including NSW’s first publicly funded dedicated hormone and mood clinic, opening at the Royal Hospital for Women in Randwick.
Up to one in four women will experience severe menopause symptoms at some stage in their life. Symptoms can be debilitating and affect all aspects of their life, so access to specialist support is important.
The hub will offer a comprehensive approach to women whose menopause symptoms have not responded to previous treatments, or who face additional complications from other medical conditions through a multi-disciplinary team of medical, nursing and allied health specialists.
The establishment of a menopause hub at the Royal Hospital for Women in Randwick is a significant milestone for women in the South Eastern Sydney, Sydney, Illawarra Shoalhaven and Southern NSW local health districts who need advanced support.
Through the hormone and mood clinic, psychiatrists, gynaecologists and endocrinologists will also collaborate to provide specialist care to women experiencing significant impact to their mental health due to hormonal changes or fluctuations.
The hub is particularly crucial for those experiencing perimenopause or early menopause with additional medical challenges, such as those undergoing cancer treatment.
General practitioners, specialists and nurse practitioners can refer eligible women for advanced care, with in-person consultations available, along with telehealth support for those located in the Illawarra Shoalhaven and Southern NSW Local Health Districts.
The new hub is part of NSW Health’s extensive menopause network, which includes four central hubs and multiple referral sites throughout the state.
The network of menopause services is expected to support around 5,500 women each year and includes virtual consultations for women who cannot attend a service in person. For more information about South Eastern Sydney Local Health District’s menopause hub and referral criteria, contact 02 9382 6248.
For more information visit Menopause services.
