KESTREL SCREENING FOR SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS

Kestrel is a free, friendly, non-judgemental service available to all age groups. The service offers screening for sexually transmitted diseases including HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia and Gonorrhea (GC) with free treatment and condoms.

The staff also offer counselling and advice on sexual health matters. All doctors are fully trained and experienced in sexual and reproductive health and work in close association with Wycombe Genito-Urinary Medicine clinic.

If you require an appointment due to a recent experience, you need to wait at least 12 days after the event for accurate test results unless symptomatic i.e. you are experiencing a discharge or severe discomfort. If you require a more urgent appointment than Kestrel can offer please contact the High Wycombe GUM clinic on 01494 425430.

Kestrel - How to Book an Appointment

Clinics are held in Marlow, Amersham, Beaconsfield, Farnham Common, High Wycombe and Loudwater.

Patients do not need to be registered at a surgery to book an appointment.
You can book an appointment by phoning the central booking number, 01628 405554 .

Appointments are available at varying times throughout the week. Please allow an hour for your visit, though it will usually take less time than this. Arrive early to allow time to park. You must not pass urine for at least 2 hours prior to your visit.

Kestrel - A Confidential Service

Notes from visits will not be added the notes of a patient's GP, so the check up remains entirely between the staff at the clinic and their patient.

Results are available in 10 – 14 days, Kestrel operate a “no news is good news” policy but if you are found to have an infection you will be contacted and asked to attend for treatment. Treatment is also free.

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