Routine STI screening
For patients who want discreet screening after a new partner, before a new relationship or for peace of mind.
- Testing advice
- Blood, urine or swabs
- Clear result explanation
Private sexual health clinic · GP-led assessment · London & St Albans
Private Sexual Health Clinic London
Confidential GP-led sexual health care for STI testing advice, symptoms, exposure concerns, PrEP/PEP guidance, treatment planning and discreet follow-up.
No referral required
Confidential GP-led care
Central London & St Albans
Blood, urine & swab testing guidance
Private GP-ledMedical sexual health assessment with clinical oversight.
ConfidentialDiscreet appointment, results and follow-up.
No referralBook directly without NHS referral.
Testing pathwayBlood, urine or swabs where clinically appropriate.
2 locationsCentral London and St Albans.
Quick answer
What is a private sexual health consultation?
A private sexual health consultation is a confidential medical appointment for STI testing advice, sexual health symptoms, recent exposure concerns, PrEP/PEP questions, treatment guidance and follow-up. At London Private Ultrasound, the appointment is GP-led and focuses on choosing tests that match your symptoms, risk and timing since exposure, rather than offering a generic test without clinical context.
What we can help with
Confidential support for STI testing, symptoms and sexual health advice
Sexual health is medical care. The most useful test depends on what happened, when it happened, whether symptoms are present and whether urgent treatment or prevention is needed.
Symptoms or exposure
For symptoms such as pain when passing urine, discharge, sores, pelvic pain, testicular discomfort or recent possible exposure.
- Symptom assessment
- Correct timing of tests
- Treatment guidance
PrEP and PEP guidance
For patients who need advice about HIV prevention, PrEP suitability or urgent PEP assessment after a recent possible exposure.
- Risk-based discussion
- Urgent PEP advice
- Follow-up guidance
Sexual wellbeing
For concerns around contraception, recurrent symptoms, partner notification, sexual confidence or wider men’s and women’s health issues.
- Confidential advice
- Partner guidance
- Referral where needed
Clinical concerns
Sexual health concerns commonly discussed
Your GP will recommend tests based on your clinical situation. Testing too early or choosing the wrong sample type can cause confusion, so the appointment focuses on safe and accurate next steps.
Chlamydia and gonorrhoeaUrine or swab testing may be recommended depending on symptoms and exposure.
Syphilis and HIVBlood testing and timing advice based on risk and testing windows.
Herpes and genital wartsAssessment of sores, blisters, lumps or skin changes where present.
Hepatitis screeningBlood tests may be considered depending on risk and exposure history.
Thrush, BV and dischargeAssessment of common causes of genital symptoms and irritation.
Urinary or pelvic symptomsPain passing urine, pelvic discomfort or testicular symptoms may require broader assessment.
Urgent sexual health concerns: do not wait for a routine appointment
If you think you may need HIV PEP after a recent exposure, seek urgent same-day advice because PEP is time-sensitive and should be started as soon as possible. Also seek urgent help for severe pelvic or genital pain, fever, rapidly worsening symptoms, sexual assault, or any situation that feels unsafe or urgent. Outside clinic hours, use NHS 111, a sexual health clinic, urgent care or A&E as appropriate.
Your appointment
What happens during your sexual health appointment?
The appointment is designed to be discreet, structured and practical, with clear advice on the right tests and what happens next.
Step 1History
Confidential symptom and exposure review
Your GP discusses symptoms, timing since exposure, previous results, current medication, relevant medical history and any specific concerns you want addressed.
Step 2Risk
Testing window and risk assessment
Your GP explains which tests are appropriate now, which tests may need repeating later and whether urgent prevention or treatment is needed.
Step 3Samples
Blood, urine or swab testing where appropriate
Depending on your symptoms and risk, testing may involve blood tests, urine samples or swabs. Your GP will explain what each test is looking for.
Step 4Plan
Results, treatment and follow-up plan
If results are positive or symptoms need treatment, your GP can advise treatment, prescriptions where appropriate, follow-up testing and partner notification guidance.
Testing options
Testing matched to symptoms, timing and risk
Testing is personalised. Not every patient needs every test, and some infections have window periods before a test becomes reliable.
Blood tests
May be used for infections such as HIV, syphilis, hepatitis or other blood-borne infection screening where clinically appropriate.
Urine tests
May be used for selected STI testing or urinary symptoms, depending on sex, symptoms and the clinical question.
Swabs
Swabs may be recommended when symptoms, exposure site or clinical assessment suggests they are the most appropriate sample type.
Results and next steps
Clear results, treatment guidance and follow-up
We aim to make the process clear and discreet. Result timeframes depend on the tests requested and the laboratory pathway.
If results are negative
Your GP can explain whether any repeat testing is needed because of window periods, ongoing symptoms or a recent exposure.
If results are positive
Your GP can advise treatment, prescriptions where clinically appropriate, follow-up testing and safer-sex guidance.
Partner notification
Where relevant, your GP can advise how partners should be informed and tested while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.
Clinical leadership
Led by Dr Babak Soleimanpour GP, MD, MRCGP, DRCOG
Sexual health concerns need safe clinical judgement, appropriate testing and clear explanation. The pathway is delivered under GP-led medical oversight.
Dr Babak Soleimanpour
Medical Director · GP · MD · MRCGP · DRCOG · GMC 6060555
Dr Babak Soleimanpour provides clinical leadership for the GP-led sexual health pathway at London Private Ultrasound.
His role is to assess symptoms, advise appropriate testing windows, interpret results safely and guide treatment, follow-up or referral where required.
This model is suitable for patients who want confidential sexual health advice with access to private GP assessment, blood testing and coordinated follow-up.
When to book
Who may benefit from a private sexual health appointment?
This clinic may be suitable if you:
- Want confidential STI testing advice
- Have symptoms such as discharge, sores, irritation or pain passing urine
- Have had a recent possible exposure and are unsure when to test
- Need advice about PrEP or PEP suitability
- Want treatment guidance after a positive test
- Need partner notification advice
- Want private GP-led sexual health care without long waiting times
Seek urgent help if you have:
- Possible HIV exposure where PEP may be needed
- Severe pelvic, genital or testicular pain
- Fever or feeling very unwell with genital or urinary symptoms
- Rapidly worsening symptoms
- Sexual assault or concern about immediate safety
- Symptoms that feel urgent or severe
Locations
Private sexual health clinic in Central London and St Albans
Appointments are available through London Private Ultrasound in the Harley Street medical district and St Albans, subject to availability.
Central London
London Private Ultrasound, 27 Welbeck Street, London W1G 8EN. Located close to Harley Street and Oxford Circus.
- Private GP-led sexual health assessment
- Confidential STI testing advice
- Central London diagnostic clinic
St Albans
London Private Ultrasound, 54–56 Victoria Street, St Albans AL1 3HZ. Suitable for Hertfordshire patients seeking private sexual health guidance.
- Private GP-led assessment
- Sexual health and testing pathway support
- Convenient St Albans clinic location
Important: this is a GP-led sexual health assessment service
London Private Ultrasound provides GP-led sexual health assessment, STI testing advice, blood-test pathways, treatment guidance and onward referral where appropriate. It is not a substitute for emergency care, sexual assault referral services, urgent HIV PEP assessment or specialist sexual health treatment where those are clinically required.
Book your appointment
Book a private GP sexual health appointment
Start with a confidential GP-led sexual health consultation. Your GP can advise which tests are appropriate and whether treatment, follow-up or referral is needed.
FAQs
Private Sexual Health Clinic FAQs
Do I need a referral to book a private sexual health appointment?
No referral is required. You can book a private GP-led sexual health appointment directly with London Private Ultrasound.
Is the sexual health service confidential?
Yes. Sexual health appointments, results and records are handled confidentially in a discreet clinical setting.
I have symptoms. Should I book a GP appointment or just a test?
Book a GP-led appointment. Symptoms require clinical assessment so you receive the right tests, correct interpretation and an appropriate treatment or follow-up plan.
What infections can be discussed or tested for?
Depending on symptoms, timing and risk, your GP may discuss or recommend testing for infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis, herpes and other causes of genital or urinary symptoms.
How soon after exposure can I test?
Testing windows vary depending on the infection and the type of test. Your GP will advise the most appropriate timing based on your symptoms, risk and time since exposure.
Can you advise about PrEP or PEP?
Yes. The clinic can advise on PrEP and PEP suitability where clinically appropriate. If you may need HIV PEP after a recent exposure, urgent same-day assessment is important because PEP is time-sensitive.
Can I get treatment if a result is positive?
Where clinically appropriate, the GP can provide treatment guidance, prescriptions, follow-up testing advice and partner notification support.
Can you help with partner notification?
Yes. Your GP can advise how to inform partners, what testing they may need and how to manage follow-up sensitively.
Can I book for urinary or testicular symptoms?
Yes. Pain passing urine, pelvic discomfort or testicular pain may overlap with sexual health or urology concerns. Your GP can assess the most suitable testing and referral pathway.
Where are sexual health appointments available?
Appointments are available through London Private Ultrasound in Central London at 27 Welbeck Street and in St Albans at 54–56 Victoria Street, subject to appointment availability.
What is the first step?
The first step is to book a private GP sexual health appointment. Your GP will assess your concern, explain possible causes and recommend the most appropriate tests, treatment or referral pathway.
Book your private GP sexual health appointment
Confidential GP-led sexual health care for STI testing advice, symptoms, exposure concerns, PrEP/PEP questions, treatment guidance and follow-up.