Health Services
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PWHC Centre is not an acute care service. For medical emergencies, please contact 000.
Our Health and Wellbeing Services team are dedicated to ensuring that our clients receive care that is client centred and empowering to women, this includes counselling, nursing, massage, health education and social groups. Our Health and Wellbeing Services team can support women in the Penrith region or those referred by our Safety and Empowerment Services Team.
To book an appointment contact PWHC Reception:
PWHC offers clinical healthcare services to women and gender diverse people aged over 18 years in the Penrith region.
Our Nursing Team
Our Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse are highly experienced in reproductive and sexual health. We offer services including contraception, pregnancy options counselling, sexual health education and screening, cervical screening, and breast health information.
What is a Nurse Practitioner?
Nurse Practitioners are highly trained registered nurses who have completed advanced studies. They can assess client needs, diagnose conditions, plan care, provide treatment (including prescriptions), and refer
to pathology, imaging, and medical specialists.
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Kirsty Fleming
Kirsty is a registered nurse and nurse practitioner, she has over 20 years’ experience in nursing and holds a Masters in Women's Health Medicine from UNSW and a Masters in Nursing Nurse Practitioner from USyd. Her focuses on women’s health, reproductive & sexual health.
Kirsty is highly experienced in women's health & contraception. She provides intrauterine device (IUD) and contraceptive implant insertion and removal procedures. Kirsty's areas of interest are Women's Health (including Cervical Screening, STI screening & treatment, Pregnancy tests, Pregnancy options counselling, contraceptive counselling, breast checks, menopause discussions, general women’s health issues).
Jen Harrison
Jen is a registered nurse with over 30 years of experience in nursing with a specialty in women’s health and reproductive & sexual health. Jen is highly experienced in women's health and has been working in this area for the past 12 years and holds a Bachelor of Nursing, as well as a Certificate in Reproductive and Sexual Health. Currently under-going a Master of Women's Health Medicine at UNSW, Jen is committed to this sector.
With a love of teaching and sharing her experience, Jen also teaches Undergraduate Nursing at Western Sydney University Online. When not nursing, Jen loves spending time with her family, walking, doing yoga, and meditation.
Sexual health can be a sensitive topic, but PWHC is here to support you. Our welcoming environment allows you to discuss your concerns comfortably. Our Nurses provide a range of sexual health information, including STI testing. Schedule your sexual health check appointment today.
Sexual Health
At PWHC, we understand the importance of preventative health to maintain your health and well-being. Our experienced nurses provide information on appropriate recommended cancer screening and can provide Cervical Screening Tests (formerly Pap Smears).
Cancer Screening
Our Nurses have extensive experience in women’s health. We offer contraceptive counselling, prescriptions, and procedures, including limited IUD (Mirena & copper IUD) and contraceptive implant services. Discuss your contraceptive options with us to find what’s best for you.
Contraception
Early pregnancy can be overwhelming. PWHC offers non-directive pregnancy options counselling, providing information on continuing a pregnancy including parenting or fostering and information on surgical and medical abortion. Our Nurse Practitioner can provide appropriate referrals for your chosen option.
Termination
Crisis Support Lines
Police
In need of emergency support dial 000
Lifeline Australia
24/7 confidential crisis support
13 11 14
13YARN
24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
13 92 76
Women's Domestic Violence Legal Advice Line
(02) 8745 6999
or Free Call: 1800 810 784
NSW Sexual Violence Line
24/7 confidential support
1800 424 017
1800 FULL STOP
24/7 confidential, free trauma counselling for anyone impacted by sexual, domestic and family violence
1800 385 578
Family Planning Talkline
Confidential information, advice and options across a wide range of reproductive and sexual health issues
1300 658 886
Women’s Health Centres are in danger of having to close their doors or significantly reduce services due to decades of under investment by the New South Wales Government.
We need your help to survive. NSW politicians must show their commitment to gender equality by committing to adequately funding Women’s Health Centres across the state.
