Professional Memberships

Fellow of Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Patricia Wilson - Fellow of Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Wellington Woman's Clinic

Vaccination Against Cervical Cancer

Nearly all cases of cervical cancer are caused by a virus called HPV (wart virus).

70% of young women will become infected with this virus when they become sexually active.

Only a small number of women who contract HPV will develop an abnormal smear and progress to cancer changes.

A vaccine to prevent HPV infection is now available for girls 11-14 years and older women prior to the onset of sexual activity.

Three vaccinations are needed.

Kind and sympathetic treatment by a woman gynaecologist with over 20 years experience.