Fertility, hormones, reproductive health and future planning affect women at every stage of life, yet the conversation is still surrounded by myths, silence and anxiety. Together with the expert clinicians at Guy’s & St Thomas’ Specialist Care, we’re creating a safe space where women can learn, ask questions and feel empowered to make informed choices about their bodies and their futures.

Come and join this informative and inspiring event and hear from a panel focused on real conversations around women’s health, where we’ll be discussing:

• What abnormal bleeding actually looks like — and when to seek medical advice

• Why women’s health matters at every age, not just when trying to conceive

• Understanding conditions such as PCOS and endometriosis

• How to recognise symptoms that are often ignored or dismissed

• Finding the right medical support and advocating for yourself

• Managing symptoms in professional and workplace environments

SPEAKERS ON THE PANEL:

Salwa Idle – Consultant Gynaecologist

Miss Salwa Idle is a Consultant Gynaecologist with over 15 years’ experience in women’s health and leads the Women’s and Girls’ Health Hub at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. She is known for her warm, thorough, and evidence-based approach to care.

She trained at Barts and The Royal London Hospital, graduating with distinction in 2010, and completed specialist training in London. She also holds a First-Class Honours degree in Engineering with Medical Engineering from Queen Mary University of London, MRCOG (2016), an advanced fellowship in minimally invasive surgery, and accredited training in advanced early pregnancy and acute gynaecological ultrasound from King’s College London.

In private practice, Miss Idle provides expert assessment and treatment for a wide range of gynaecological conditions, with particular expertise in diagnostic procedures and minimally invasive surgery, including advanced gynaecology scanning, outpatient hysteroscopy, and laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery. Her approach is personalised, ensuring patients feel supported and fully informed.

She is passionate about advancing women’s health and is actively involved in service development, patient safety, clinical governance, and regional service improvement across South East London. She also teaches and mentors doctors in ultrasound and surgical techniques and is valued for her empathy and leadership.

Outside work, Miss Idle enjoys spending time with family and friends, spin cycling, travelling, and exploring different cultures and cuisines.

Ahmed Abdelbar – Consultant Gynaecologist

About Guy’s and St Thomas’ Specialist Care

Guy’s and St Thomas’ provides world-leading gynaecology care and specialists dedicated to supporting women in all aspects of women’s health. We’re incredibly proud to announce a new Modern Woman partnership with Guy’s and St Thomas’ Specialist Care – as part of the launch of their new Women’s Health outpatient gynaecology service at Wimpole Street Consulting Rooms and Diagnostic Centre in the heart of the Harley Street Health District.