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Dr Leona Young
Consultant Gynaecologist
Contact Details
She is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, with a specialist interest in Fertility. She qualified as a medical doctor from ACME College, Minnesota in 2012.
Her subsequent training has been both in the UK and Canada, where she gained an understanding and appreciation of gynaecological, obstetric and fertility issues across a wide international population. She is a firm believer in a holistic approach to women’s health, emphasizing the integration of cutting-edge medical science with complementary and alternative therapies. She is dedicated to addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects of her patients’ well-being, bridging the gap between conventional and alternative medicine to provide the highest level of care.
Current Professional Posts
- Clinical lead for Gynaecology
- Lorem and St. Ipsum University NHS Trust
- Lead for Urogynaecology
Areas of Expertise
- Urinary incontinence in women
- Pelvic Floor Problems
- Bladder emptying problems
- Vaginal, Perineal and Labial distortion
- Postmenopausal problems
- Heavy periods
Treatements Offered
General gynaecology including heavy periods, period pain, bleeding after menopause, sterilisation, menopause symptoms, vaginal dryness
Treatment for longstanding bladder, urethral, vaginal pain, recurrent cystitis
Conservative treatment options for prolapse, including the use of various vaginal devices such as rings, shelves, Gellhorn, and cube pessaries.
Specialist in the comprehensive management of complex prolapse and incontinence issues, extending our expertise to women who have encountered challenges with previous procedures, experienced treatment failures, or grapple with chronic conditions.
Expertise in the outpatient management of uterine polyps and fibroids, which encompasses procedures like polypectomy or myomectomy employing advanced techniques such as the Myosure device. Additionally, we specialize in providing outpatient solutions for menorrhagia through endometrial ablation under local anesthesia. Our approach to office gynecology procedures is designed to offer patients a streamlined experience, combining diagnosis and treatment in a single appointment. This efficient process enables patients to swiftly resume their daily routines with minimal disruption.
Memberships of Professional Societies
Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Member of the British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy
Member of the American Society of Gynaecologic Laparoscopists
Member of the British Society of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology
Member of the European Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy