About this service
National FGM Support Clinics (NFGMSCs) are community-based clinics that offer a range of support services for women with female genital mutilation (FGM).
The service is free to access for anyone who's eligible for NHS care.
National FGM Support Clinics are a place for women with FGM to discuss their health needs in a sensitive and non-judgmental environment.
The services are provided by an all-female team and include:
physical assessment and treatment (including deinfibulation if required)
emotional support and counselling
general information
access to FGM Health Advocates
referral to a specialist consultant, if needed.
How to access a clinic:
National FGM Support Clinics run either weekly or every 2 weeks.
Referrals from GPs and other health professionals are strongly encouraged, but you can also access a clinic through:
walk-in appointments
using a self-referral service.
National FGM Support Clinics (NFGMSCs) are community-based clinics that offer a range of support services for women with female genital mutilation (FGM).
The service is free to access for anyone who's eligible for NHS care.
National FGM Support Clinics are a place for women with FGM to discuss their health needs in a sensitive and non-judgmental environment.
The services are provided by an all-female team and include:
physical assessment and treatment (including deinfibulation if required)
emotional support and counselling
general information
access to FGM Health Advocates
referral to a specialist consultant, if needed.
How to access a clinic:
National FGM Support Clinics run either weekly or every 2 weeks.
Referrals from GPs and other health professionals are strongly encouraged, but you can also access a clinic through:
walk-in appointments
using a self-referral service.