Women's Health
Specialist care including women's health check packages, menopause support, contraception services and endometriosis testing.
Men's Health
Comprehensive health assessments, addressing low vitality and personalised treatment plans.
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Expert medical care for adults and children with same-day appointments available.
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Weight loss injections, appointments, health checks, blood tests, certificates and more.
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Consultant-led heart health checks, advanced blood testing and Trucheck™ cancer screening.
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Fast, professional service for medical certificates, referral letters, and visa applications.
Meet Dr Natalie Summerhill
MBBS RCGP (2015) DRCOG DFSRH GP & Menopause Specialist
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How to Take Antibiotics
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Every article here is written and medically reviewed by Dr Natalie Summerhill (MBBS, RCGP, DRCOG, DFSRH), an experienced private GP serving patients across Cheshire, Greater Manchester and the wider North West region, with specialist expertise in women’s health and men’s health. When you’re trying to make sense of a symptom, a diagnosis, or a newly prescribed medication, you want information you can actually trust.
That means clear, evidence-based health information, grounded in current UK clinical guidance from the NHS, NICE, and the relevant royal colleges. You’ll find straightforward, trustworthy explanations across medication guides, hormone health, preventive care, and specialist treatments, each one written to respect your time and your intelligence.
Use it to feel informed and prepared, then bring your questions to a private GP consultation for personalised advice. Browse our latest articles below.
How to Take Antibiotics
“My GP has given me amoxicillin, but I’m not sure if I should take it with food.” “I feel better after three days. Can I stop the course?” “Will this antibiotic stop my contraceptive pill from working?” “I had a reaction to penicillin years ago. Is this one safe?” If you’ve been prescribed an antibiotic, […]
How to Take ED Medications and Testosterone Replacement
“I’ve been prescribed Viagra, but I’m not 100% sure when to take it.” “My GP mentioned testosterone gel, but how do you use that?” “Will I need to be on testosterone replacement forever?” If you’ve been prescribed medication for erectile dysfunction or low testosterone, knowing how to use it properly makes a real difference to […]
How to Use Progesterone and Progestogens for HRT
“My GP mentioned Utrogestan, but I’m not sure when to take it.” “Why do I need progesterone if I’m only worried about hot flushes?” “Can I use my contraceptive pill as the progesterone part of my HRT?” “I feel low for a few days every month. Could it be the progesterone?” If you’ve been prescribed […]
Is It Endometriosis or IBS? Why Pelvic Pain Is Often Misdiagnosed
“I’ve been told it’s just IBS, but I’m not sure. Something just doesn’t feel right.” “My symptoms get worse around my period, and yet, nobody seems to think that matters.” “I feel like I’ve tried everything. Diets, probiotics, vitamins and every stress technique under the sun. But nothing is working.” If you have spent years […]
How to Use HRT Patches and Sprays
“My patch keeps peeling off in the shower.” “Where exactly am I supposed to put this?” “Can I still go swimming on holiday?” If you’ve been prescribed an HRT patch or spray, you might have questions that didn’t come up during your consultation or that only occurred to you once you got home. This guide […]
Can Testosterone Help with Low Libido During Perimenopause?
Interest in testosterone for women is growing. Here’s what the evidence actually shows. “I’ve been on HRT for six months and I feel better, but my libido is still non-existent”. “I’m so tired all the time. Could my hormones still be off”? “I keep reading about testosterone for women. Is it actually safe”? “My brain […]
Why So Many Women Discover They’re Neurodivergent at Menopause
Autism, ADHD and sensory needs can intensify the menopause experience. Menopause can disrupt your physical, emotional and cognitive balance in ways that feel hard to manage. In our clinic, we often see women who have coped well for years suddenly finding these changes harder to navigate. For women who are neurodivergent, this phase can bring […]
How to Cope with Fatigue in Perimenopause at Christmas
What is “normal” and what deserves support? Christmas can be enjoyable, but also demanding. December often brings full calendars, long days filled with Christmas parties, school events and extra responsibilities. Feeling tired is common at this time of year. Feeling completely worn out, foggy or unusually anxious is not something you should ignore. For many […]
IUD vs IUS: How to Choose the Right Coil for You
Finding a contraceptive method that fits seamlessly into your life can feel like a game-changer, giving you one less thing to think about. The coil is one of the most popular and effective long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) methods available in the UK. You’ve likely heard of two main types: the copper coil (IUD) and the […]
3 Essential Blood Tests for Men’s Health This Movember
That niggling worry about your energy levels. The reluctance to book that overdue health check. The assumption that fatigue and mood changes are just ‘part of getting older. Sound familiar? This Movember, rather than growing a moustache and hoping for the best, consider gathering the data that can transform vague health concerns into actionable insights. […]