Sexual Health Victoria (SHV) has been a leader in reproductive and sexual health for over 50 years. We are dedicated to supporting people to make decisions about their reproductive and sexual health and wellbeing that are right for them.

We are a training clinic

Our clinics provide advanced training for doctors and nurses. At your appointment, you may be seen by a qualified health professional completing advanced training with us. An SHV staff doctor or nurse will always be present to provide supervision. Please get in touch with our friendly reception staff if you need assistance understanding the implications for you.

Contraception

We provide information, support and advice on your contraceptive choices.

Specialising in long acting reversible contraception, we offer:

insertion and removal of the intrauterine devices (IUDs) – both hormonal (Mirena™, Kyleena™) and non-hormonal copper
prescriptions for, insertion and removal of contraceptive implants (Implanon NXT™)
the contraceptive injection (Depo-Provera™)

Additional contraceptive services include:

emergency contraception, advice including emergency copper IUDs
prescriptions for daily contraceptive pills
contraceptive barriers including the external condom and diaphragms.
advice and referral for other contraceptive methods including the NuvaRing (vaginal ring), tubal ligation (sterilisation), vasectomy and natural family planning.
postnatal contraception.

Medication Abortion

We provide medication abortion (the 'abortion pill').

Pregnancy

We provide information, support and advice on:

pre-pregnancy
pregnancy testing
unplanned pregnancy choices
fertility/infertility advice and referral
abortion options and referral.

Reproductive and sexual health

We provide information, support and advice on:

menstrual conditions
cervical health, including cervical screening
telehealth cervical screening to arrange self collected cervical screening tests
breast health checks
sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood borne viruses (BBVs) including STI & BBV testing
PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis)
human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) testing (note we do not provide treatment for HIV)
testing for hepatitis A, hepatitis B & hepatitis C
screening for sex workers
Mpox vaccine

Young people under 22

Both our clinics provide services for people under 22:

Low or no-cost services are provided
Consultations are confidential and youth-friendly

Billing and costs

Download the billing fee estimates or view our frequently asked questions.

Accessibility

Access for people living with a disability at SHV Box Hill

Our client and clinical areas at our Box Hill Clinic are accessible for people with disabilities.

Getting around

Access includes:

Car parking for disabled permit holders at the building entrance
Wheelchairs for those who need them
Portable ramp access
Accessible toilets

We also have specialist beds and examination couches that adapt to the needs of most patients. Please inform staff if you have a physical need so that they can make your visit comfortable and easier.

Access for people living with a disability at SHV Melbourne

Our client and clinical areas at our Melbourne Clinic are accessible for people with disabilities.

Getting around

Access includes:

Wheelchairs for those who need them
Access to lifts
Accessible toilets

We also have specialist beds and examination couches that adapt to the needs of most patients. Please inform staff if you have a physical need so that they can make your visit comfortable and easier.

After hours and emergency care out of hours

For all after hours support and information regarding medical terminations of pregnancy (MTOP) please call the 24 hour helpline on 1300 003 707 (select option 3).

After hours care is also available from DoctorDoctor on 13 26 60. DoctorDoctor is a GP only after care service.

Home Visits

Home visits are available for clients whose limitations prevent them from attending the clinic. Please speak with reception or contact the clinic if you would like further information.

Easy English version

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Our SHV clinics

Our clinics are staffed by professional clinicians who deliver inclusive, timely, accessible information and services to empower our clients to make informed choices that are right for them. Contact the clinic to book a consultation with a preferred practitioner.

Our Doctors

Dr Alex McCutchan
Dr Angela Read
Dr Anne Adams
Dr Caroline Cousins
Dr Chang-June Jung
Dr Ellen Lavender
Dr Emily Clarke
Dr Fiona Shepherd
Dr Genevieve Coney
Dr Kate Robertson
Dr Laura Robson
Dr Leanne Hoang
Dr Lena Sanci
Dr Lona Brown
Dr Michelle Hooi
Dr Sally Duguid
Dr Sara Whitburn
Dr Stephanie Giles
Dr Suzanne Pearson
Dr Tahlia Sugrue

Our Nurses

Sarah
Larissa
Maddy
Kim
Linda
Louise
Victoria
Adam
Meena

Our Privacy Policy

More information about our privacy policy and procedures.

Communication Policy

Telephone: Our receptionists can answer general questions over the phone, but for clinical information, you’ll be transferred to a nurse to assist. If your call is urgent or you have symptoms, please let us know so we can prioritise your call. We aim to return non-urgent calls within one business day.

Email: Please be aware that our emails are not encrypted, and the security of any email content cannot be guaranteed. Non-encrypted emails (and any attachments) transmit as plain text and can be intercepted via hacking of an organisation’s or your email account. As such we strongly discourage other medical practices and clients from emailing medical or personal information to us. We may agree to correspond via email in response to a query or medical record request provided that we receive an acknowledgement that you have considered and accepted the risks associated with email communications. We will also need to verify your identity before we send any information. We aim to respond to emails within 48 business hours. If your matter is urgent, please contact the clinic directly.

Feedback

To provide feedback about our staff and services, please email [email protected]

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