Looking after our menopausal workforce: A model for NHS staff.

Area of Science:

• Women's Health
• Occupational Health

Background:

• Menopause significantly impacts the peri/postmenopausal workforce.
• Access to specialized menopause care is often limited for employees.
• Hospital staff require tailored support during menopause transition.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the benefit of a dedicated staff menopause clinic.
• To assess the feasibility of a virtual clinic model for menopause care.
• To improve retention of senior female healthcare professionals.

Main Methods:

• A virtual menopause clinic was established by consultants and occupational health (OH) staff.
• Staff members accessed the clinic for menopause-related concerns.
• Feedback was collected from clinic attendees and administrators.

Main Results:

• The staff menopause clinic was overwhelmingly successful.
• The clinic has become a permanent service at a London teaching hospital.
• Positive feedback was received from both patients and clinic staff.

Conclusions:

• The virtual menopause clinic model effectively addresses the need for specialized care.
• Implementing such clinics can aid in retaining experienced female employees.
• This model offers a scalable solution for menopause support in other organizations.