Important
New advice on the duration of use of the Mirena Coil
A new GP coil hub in St Andrews
A new coil fitting hub has been opened at Pipeland Medical Practice in St Andrews.
This service is for patients not registered at Pipeland Medical Practice who want to have a coil fitted. You can self-refer via Coil Fitting | Pipeland Medical
Getting the Coil
Direct Appointments
We are now able to offer an appointment for coil fitting without the need to speak to a doctor or nurse first.
Before booking this appointment, please read the following information carefully to make sure this type of appointment is suitable for you:
Download our guides
Preparing for the coil (PDF)
Coil checklist (PDF)
Advice after getting the coil (PDF)
What's next?
If you answer ‘no’ to any of the ‘Coil checklist’ points then a direct booking is not suitable for you.
Instead, please phone us on 01592 64 79 79 and ask for a telephone consultation. This helps us make sure that when you do attend the clinic we are able to fit your coil for you.
I already have a coil
If you already have a coil but you are unable to feel the threads, or you have been told (e.g. at your smear appointment) that the threads are not there/cannot be seen, then a direct booking is not suitable for you.
Instead, please phone us and ask for a telephone consultation so we can ensure that you are booked in with someone who is able to remove coils with non-visible/non-palpable threads.
Before your appointment:
- Ensure you have read the 3 guides above.
- Please watch the ‘introduction to coils’ video below (you may also wish to watch the other videos and read the information leaflets).
- If you are having a coil removed and replaced, please do not have any sex without a condom for 7 days before your appointment.
- If you are having a coil fitted and are not currently on contraception, please ensure that when you attend your appointment you have not had any unprotected sex (including the withdrawal method) since your last period.
- If you are having a coil fitted and are currently using a different type of contraception, please continue to use this until your coil is fitted.
Book to get a Coil fitted
You can book an appointment online by clicking the button below.
Alternatively, phone us to book an appointment on 01592 64 79 79
- Monday to Friday 8:30am – 11am and 1.00pm - 4.00pm
- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday also open from 5.00pm – 7.00pm
Frequently asked questions
What is the IUD?
The IUD or intra-uterine device is a plastic or copper coil. The IUD does not release any hormone.
Download IUD information (PDF)
What is the IUS?
The IUS or intra-uterine system is a plastic coil. The IUS releases a hormone called Progestogen.
Download IUS information (PDF)
Videos - information about The Coil
An introduction to contraceptive coils, produced by NHS Lothian.
Ashley - LARC Case Study produced by NHS Grampian.
An introduction to the copper coil, produced by NHS Grampian.
An introduction to the hormone coil, produced by NHS Grampian.
Book an online appointment
Please click on the button below -
Phone us to book an appointment on 01592 64 79 79
Lines are open:
- Monday to Friday 8:30am – 11am and 1.00pm - 4.00pm
- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday also open from 5.00pm – 7.00pm
