BMS accredited
Dr Karen Aitken
Dr Karen Aitken
“I understand how trying to maximise our healthiest potential at a time in our lives when we are juggling work, ageing relatives and young children can be hard. I believe that with the right advice and treatment, this stage of life can be made so much easier to manage.”
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About
Having graduated with a degree in Physiology incorporating psychology and sports science, I became very interested in women’s health. I completed my medicine degree from the University of Glasgow in 1999 then moved into general practice, taking the MRCGP exam at that time.
Medical expertise
I have worked in women’s health specifically for 18 years. I love teaching and passing on my passion for women’s health as an honorary clinical lecturer at Glasgow University.
Registered
General Medical Council 4615547
Specialisms
Exercise & Sport in menopause
PMS/PMDD
Endometriosis & fibroids
PCOS
Bladder, vulva & vaginal health
Cancer
Perimenopause
Menopause
Early Menopause & POI
Surgical menopause
HRT & Testosterone replacement
Progesterone sensitivity
Sleep disturbance
Sexual health & libido
Weight management
Anxiety
Mental health
Contraception (including over 40s)
Qualifications
Member of the royal college of general practitioners (MRCGP)
Advanced Certificate in Menopause Care from British Menopause Society
Diploma from the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive health (FSRH)
Diploma from Royal College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (RCOG)
Karen outside of work
“Always loved sport and lucky enough to have represented Scotland a few times in masters badminton in mixed doubles. Travelling and socialising with friends and family makes me happy and of course, walking our little lab pup along the beach!”
Book a single online appointment
Online
New patient
Initial appointment: £295
What is included
45 minute video call appointmentBespoke treatment plan, prescription, & any recommended blood testsComprehensive clinic letter that can be shared with your GP
Dr Karen is based at our Glasgow clinic
L A Physiotherapy and Sports Injury Clinic,
7 Broomburn Drive, Newton Mearns,
G77 5JQ
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New patient Initial appointment: £295
Existing patient follow-up appointment: £225
Excellent, professional and compassionate Individualised, professional and compassionate care provided by Dr Aitken. I would recommend Menopause Care to my friends and colleagues without hesitation. Thank you.
Date of experience: 03 February 2025
Dr Karen listened and understood and even made me laugh about it all. She gave me valuable advice and the process of actually obtaining the meds was amazing. No problems at all like the normal doctor/chemist where you’re faced with several obstacles. Meds delivered to the door… so easy!
Date of experience: 14 November 2024
"The advice I received from Karen at the Glasgow clinic was fantastic, she managed to understand what I was going through and with 2 consultations my HRT was adjusted and my symptoms almost gone. I highly recommend her … "
Date of experience: 03 January 2025