Professor Swati Jha
Consultant Urogynaecologist &
Female Prolapse Surgeon, Sheffield
Specialist private care for vaginal prolapse, pelvic floor disorders, menopause, and women’s health — at Spire Claremont and Circle Thornbury hospitals, Sheffield.
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Professor Swati Jha – Key Facts
I am Professor Swati Jha, a consultant urogynaecologist and female prolapse surgeon practising privately at Spire Claremont and Circle Thornbury hospitals in Sheffield. I specialise in vaginal prolapse, urinary incontinence, recurrent and complex prolapse, pelvic-floor conditions and menopause-related gynaecological problems. I hold RCOG subspecialty accreditation in urogynaecology and combine consultant-led clinical care with active research and national professional leadership.
I lead the RCOG Subspecialty Training Programme in Urogynaecology at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, one of only 14 accredited training centres in the UK. I’m also Honorary Professor at the University of Sheffield. I have published more than 150 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters, has over 2,400 academic citations, and was awarded the prestigious RCOG Lindsay Stewart Memorial Lecture Award in 2024.
SPECIALIST WOMEN'S HEALTH CARE
About My Practice
I’m an RCOG subspecialty-accredited Consultant urogynaecologist and female prolapse surgeon, practising privately in Sheffield since 2009. My practice is built around vaginal prolapse and pelvic floor surgery, with a particular focus on complex and recurrent prolapse, alongside perimenopause and menopause care — including menopause alongside prolapse, urinary symptoms or previous gynaecological surgery.
In the NHS, I am a Consultant Urogynaecologist at the Royal Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, and Honorary Professor at the University of Sheffield. I lead Urogynaecology Services, Perineal Trauma Service, and Paediatric Gynaecology Services.
I also lead the Mesh Complication Service at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, one of the NHS’s designated specialist centres for the assessment and surgical management of mesh-related complications. This work is undertaken within the NHS; however, it informs my private practice approach to prolapse surgery — I do not use mesh in my private procedures.
I’m also Training Programme Director for RCOG Subspecialty Training in Urogynaecology, Sheffield — the only centre in Yorkshire with RCOG subspecialty accreditation.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Specialist Gynaecology and Urogynaecology Services in Sheffield
I provide specialist private care across pelvic floor, menopause and general gynaecological conditions, with a particular focus on vaginal prolapse and perimenopause and menopause care, alongside expert care for paediatric and adolescent gynaecology, vulval conditions and labiaplasty.
Vaginal prolapse and pelvic-floor surgery
If you feel a bulge, dragging sensation or discomfort, this may be a vaginal prolapse. Subspecialty assessment and the full range of treatment options available.
Menopause and complex menopause care
Menopause symptoms can be disruptive and unpredictable. Evidence-based HRT and hormone management tailored to your individual needs and health history.
Urinary Incontinence
Stress and urgency urinary incontinence are common and treatable. From pelvic floor physiotherapy to surgical correction — the right approach for your symptoms.
Vulval Conditions & Labiaplasty
Specialist assessment for vulval skin conditions, vulvodynia, and labiaplasty. Sensitive, expert care in a private setting is offered.
Paediatric & Adolescent Gynaecology
Specialist gynaecological care for children and teenagers. Experienced, compassionate assessment in a private, supportive environment.
General Gynaecology
Assessment of heavy or irregular periods, ovarian cysts, fibroids and other general gynaecological concerns.
Vaginal and Pelvic Organ Prolapse: My Specialist Focus in Sheffield
Vaginal and pelvic organ prolapse is the central focus of my private practice in
Sheffield. I assess and treat all types of prolapse — including complex and recurrent
prolapse, where a previous repair has not held or the anatomy is more involved — and I
offer both non-surgical and surgical treatment, matched to the individual. Where apical
(vault) support surgery is appropriate, I use native-tissue techniques rather than
synthetic mesh in my private practice.
I have performed more than 3000 prolapse surgeries.
Prolapse is not one condition. Which structure is involved — the bladder, bowel, womb or the vaginal vault after previous surgery — and how significantly, determines what treatment is right. I don't assume surgery is the answer until assessment shows it's needed.
Types of Prolapse I Treat
I see and treat bladder prolapse (cystocele), bowel prolapse (rectocele), womb prolapse (uterine prolapse) and vault prolapse following hysterectomy. Read more about the different types of prolapse.
Complex and Recurrent Prolapse
Some prolapse presentations are more involved than others — where a previous repair has recurred, where more than one compartment is affected, or where earlier surgery has changed the anatomy. This is an area of particular focus in my practice, and one I believe deserves specific attention rather than being treated as routine repeat surgery. Read more about recurrent prolapse treatment.
Treatment Options
Non-surgical treatment
Pelvic floor physiotherapy, vaginal pessary fitting and, where appropriate, vaginal oestrogen — effective options in their own right, not simply an alternative to surgery.
Surgical treatment
Vaginal repair, uterine-preserving surgery and native-tissue apical support, selected according to your specific presentation and preferences.
Perimenopause and Menopause: Consultant-Led Care in Sheffield
I've provided perimenopause and menopause assessment for over 17 years, and I'm a member of the British Menopause Society. I've treated more than 10,000 women for menopause-related symptoms, with particular experience where menopause overlaps with another gynaecological condition — something a general menopause service isn't always set up to address. Consultations are available at Spire Claremont Hospital and Circle Thornbury Hospital, Sheffield, without a GP referral.
Menopause affects every woman differently, and its symptoms often overlap with — or are mistaken for — other gynaecological conditions. As a gynaecological surgeon as well as a menopause practitioner, I'm able to assess both together rather than treating one in isolation.
Menopause Alongside Gynaecological Conditions
- Menopause with pelvic organ prolapse
- Menopause with urinary symptoms
- Menopause and recurrent urinary tract infections
- Menopause after hysterectomy
- Menopause after breast cancer
- Menopause alongside fibroids or endometriosis
- Premature ovarian insufficiency [VERIFY BEFORE PUBLICATION]
Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) describes the changes to the vagina, vulva and bladder caused by reduced oestrogen — including dryness, discomfort and urinary symptoms. My research on this area, including in women treated for breast cancer, has been cited in NICE's own interventional procedures guidance.
HRT and Individualised Assessment
Hormone replacement therapy isn't the right choice for every woman, and I don't offer it as a blanket recommendation. Whether HRT is appropriate for you — and which type and route — depends on your individual symptoms, history and risk factors, which I discuss in detail before any decision is made.
Book a Menopause ConsultationWhy Patients Seek My Opinion
Women commonly consult me when:
- prolapse has returned after previous surgery
- they want to avoid a hysterectomy
- they've been offered different surgical options and want clarity on which is right
- prolapse coexists with bladder or bowel symptoms
- a pessary hasn't worked, or won't stay in place
- menopause is worsening vaginal, bladder or pelvic-floor symptoms
- they want a specialist second opinion
If any of this sounds familiar, I'd be glad to see you for an assessment. Book a consultation.
About Professor Swati Jha
I've been a Consultant Urogynaecologist at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals since 2009, and I became Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Sheffield in 2022. I hold FRCOG (2013), completed RCOG subspecialty accreditation in urogynaecology in 2008, and gained my MD from the University of Sheffield in 2019.
Research and Academic Standing
- 150+Peer-reviewed publications
- 2,800+Academic citations
- 5Books published
- £6.7m+Research funding secured (2009–2024)
National and Professional Roles
- President, British Society of Urogynaecology (2019–2021)
- Chair, RCOG Research (2024–present)
- Specialist Adviser, NICE Interventional Procedures Programme
- Training Programme Director, RCOG Subspecialty Urogynaecology Training, Sheffield
- RCOG Lindsay Stewart Memorial Lecture Award, 2024
I've authored five books, including Menopause in Cancer Survivors (2025) and Medicolegal Issues in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (BMA Book Award: Highly Commended, 2019).
View my full publication list on Google Scholar · Full credentials, awards and academic profile
What to Expect: Your Consultation Journey
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Enquiry
You contact my secretary or hospital directly to arrange a consultation — no GP referral is required.
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Consultation
A detailed discussion of your symptoms and history, with a clinical examination where appropriate.
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Assessment and diagnosis
I explain clearly what's happening — including, where relevant, what type of prolapse or symptom pattern is present.
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Treatment plan
I explain every appropriate option, conservative and surgical, and give you honest advice on what is — and isn't — needed.
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Follow-up
I send a written summary to you and, with your consent, your GP, along with any agreed follow-up review.
On BBC Radio Sheffield
I was invited to speak on BBC Radio Sheffield about uterine conditions and women’s pelvic health.
Clinic locations in Sheffield
Spire Claremont Hospital
401 Sandygate Road
Sheffield
S10 5UB
0114 493 9549
Circle Thornbury Hospital
312 Fulwood Road
Sheffield
S10 3BR
0114 266 1133
Common Questions About Prolapse in Sheffield
What is vaginal prolapse?
Vaginal prolapse occurs when the pelvic floor support structures weaken and one or more pelvic organs — the bladder, uterus, or bowel — descend into or through the vaginal canal. It affects up to half of all women who have given birth, though not all cases cause symptoms requiring treatment.
Who is the leading prolapse surgeon in Sheffield?
Professor Swati Jha is a subspecialty-trained consultant urogynaecologist and Honorary Professor at the University of Sheffield, with over 15 years of dedicated experience in vaginal prolapse surgery. She holds FRCOG and RCOG subspecialty accreditation in urogynaecology, leads the urogynaecology training programme at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, and consults privately at Spire Claremont and Circle Thornbury hospitals in Sheffield.
Can vaginal prolapse be treated without surgery?
Yes. Many women improve significantly with pelvic floor physiotherapy, vaginal pessary fitting, vaginal oestrogen (in postmenopausal women), and lifestyle changes. I consider surgery only when symptoms are severe, worsening, or when conservative treatment has not provided adequate relief.
Do I need a GP referral to see a private gynaecologist in Sheffield?
No. You can book a private consultation with me directly, without a GP referral. Contact my secretary at admin@swatijha.com or call 07990 251036.
What types of prolapse surgery are available privately in Sheffield?
I offer the full range of prolapse procedures including laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy, sacrospinous fixation, hysteropexy (uterus-preserving surgery), anterior colporrhaphy, posterior colporrhaphy, and vaginal hysterectomy with pelvic floor repair. Surgery is performed at Spire Claremont and Circle Thornbury hospitals in Sheffield.
Do you use mesh in prolapse surgery?
No. I do not use mesh in my private prolapse surgery. All procedures I perform privately use the patient’s own native tissue. I lead the Mesh Complication Service at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, where I manage complications arising from previous mesh procedures.
How long is recovery from prolapse surgery?
Recovery depends on the procedure. Anterior or posterior repair typically requires four to six weeks before returning to non-strenuous activities. Laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy usually requires six to eight weeks. Lifting restrictions apply for at least twelve weeks following apical procedures.
How much does a private gynaecology consultation cost in Sheffield?
A new consultation costs £205. A follow-up appointment costs £125. Most major insurers are accepted including BUPA, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, Cigna, and WPA. No GP referral is required.
Book a Private Consultation in Sheffield
No GP referral is required. Consultations are available at Spire Claremont Hospital and Circle Thornbury Hospital, Sheffield.
Book a ConsultationGet in touch
We are here to answer any question.
Circle Thornbury Hospital
Phone: 0114 266 1133
Spire Claremont Hospital
Phone: 0114 493 9549
Secretary: Ms Lauren Hudson
Phone: 07990251036
Email: admin@swatijha.com