About this Presentation

The sheer number of hormonal options available for oral contraception has exponentially increased in the last 15 years. This presentation covers the contraindications to oral contraceptives, the types of progestogens and oestrogens available and will discuss the newer oestrogens and the novel progestogen-only pill that will soon be available. Understand when and why certain choices are best for different patients.

About the Expert

Dr Terri Foran

Dr Terri Foran is a Sexual Health Physician and has a special interest in contraception, menopause issues and the management of sexually transmitted infections. She holds the position of Conjoint Senior Lecturer in the School of Women’s and Children’s Health at UNSW Sydney, where she lectures both undergraduate and postgraduate students. She has a private clinical practice in Darlinghurst and is also engaged in both clinical and research work at the Royal Hospital for Women in Sydney.