Ms Joanne Hockey

Ms Joanne Hockey
Obstetrics & gynaecology
Central London


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Ms Joanne Hockey

Obstetrician - gynaecologist in
London

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Professional statement

Mrs Joanne Hockey is a highly-respected gynaecologist based in London. She is known for her calm approach and commitment to understanding each individual woman's problems. Practising at a number of top clinics in the capital including her NHS base, the Royal Free Hospital and on Harley Street she has a special interest in menstrual problems, incontinence, prolapse, fibroids and menopause, as well as urogynaecology and urodynamics. Outside of her clinic she teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate students and is a peer reviewer for the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Journal.

 Credentials

GMC: ‍3433078

 Professional experience

• More than 25 years of experience
• Consultant Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Royal Free Hospital (present)
• Consultant Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, 132 Harley Street (present)
• Consultant Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Wellington Hospital (present)

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 Sub-specialties

• Urogynaecology
• Incontinence
• Prolapse
• Period problems
• Menopause
• Urodynamics
• Fibroids
• Heavy menstrual bleeding

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 Teaching posts

• Teaches undergraduate and postgraduate students

 Education

• St Bartholomew’s Hospital Medical School (1991)

 Publications and conferences

• Peer reviewer for the Obstetrics and Gynaecology journal

Languages spoken

  • English

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

Fibroids

Fibroids are benign growths found in and around the uterus, made up of muscle and fibrous tissue. Symptoms are uncommon, but one out of three women ma ...

Menopause

What is the menopause? The menopause refers to the process which naturally occurs in women as a result of ageing, meaning they no longer have p ...

Pelvic Floor

The pelvic floor is the set of muscles and ligaments surrounding the abdominal cavity at its bottom. Holding all the pelvic organs (bladder and urethr ...

Pelvic pain

Pelvic pain occurs in the lower abdomen. In women can occur during menstruation or during intercourse. It may be a sign that there is a problem in the ...

Urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the inability to control the bladder, which means that you can not always hold urine. It can affect anyone, but is most common in people over 50 years. Most control problems occur because the muscles that keep the bladder are too weak or too active. If they are weak, small amounts of urine to perform actions such as laughing or coughing are lost, which is known as stress incontinence. On the contrary, if they are too active, you can have an urgent need to go to the bathroom while having little urine in the bladder (urge incontinence or overactive bladder). Other causes include prostate problems and neurological damage. The treatment of urinary incontinence depends on the cause and type, but in general usually includes simple exercises, medicines and special devices. Surgery may be helpful at times. ...

Vaginal prolapse

What is vaginal prolapse? Vaginal prolapse, also called pelvis organ prolapse (POP), is when the muscles that support the organs in the pelvis weaken and one or more of the organs begins to bulge into and even out of the vagina. Organs that can prolapse in this way include: Bladder Uterus Urethra Rectum (end of the bowel)   Prognosis of vaginal prolapse While not life-threatening, vaginal prolapse can be very uncomfortable or painful.   Symptoms of vaginal prolapse Pelvic organ prolapse can cause the following symptoms: A heavy feeling in the pelvis A feeling of fullness in the vagina A lump protruding from the vagina Discomfort or numbness during intercourse Problems with urination – you may feel like you haven’t emptied your bladder or may need to go more often.   Medical tests to diagnose vaginal prolapse If vaginal prolapse has occurred, but hasn’t been serious enough to cause any symptoms, it may be picked up by chance during another internal examination, like a cervical screening. If your doctor suspects a vaginal prolapse, he will need to perform an internal pelvic examination, which is done in a similar way to a smear test.   What are the causes of vaginal prolapse? A group of muscles and tissues known as the pelvic floor sits above the vagina and supports the organs in the abdomen such as the bladder and the colon. Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the pelvic floor weakens and can no longer hold up these organs. This weakening may be caused by: Pregnancy and childbirth – particularly if the baby was big, after a long and/or difficult birth or after a multiple birth Heavy lifting Pressure from being overweight or obese Chronic constipation Chronic lung disease or similar conditions that cause constant coughing Menopause   Treatments for vaginal prolapse The first line of treatment is pelvic floor exercises designed to strengthen the muscles in the pelvic floor so that they can support the bladder, uterus, and other organs properly. This, combined with lifestyle changes, such as losing weight and giving up smoking can be enough for some patients. Other patients may require a pessary – a device that is inserted into the vagina to hold the prolapse in position. If the prolapse is severe, surgical options may be considered. The ideal treatment depends on the case and should be discussed thoroughly and decided on by you and your doctor.   Which type of specialist treats vaginal prolapse? Gynaecologists and urologists specialise in dealing with conditions affecting the vagina, including pelvic organ prolapse. ...

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