Uninsured Services Some medical procedures, and most forms and notes, are not insured by OHIP and therefore are subject to a fee. The current fees are determined at the suggestion of the OMA. Payments can be made in the office (debit, credit, and e-transfer are accepted). List of uninsured services are as below: Doctor's notes: $50 Prescription refills without an appointment: $40 Insurance forms : $100

Dr. Sadaf Yasin is a compassionate family physician with a special interest in Women's Health. Dr. Sadaf Yasin, MD, CCFP Dr. Sadaf Yasin is a compassionate family physician with a special interest in Women's Health. She completed her Family Medicine residency at the University of Toronto, where she cultivated a passion for providing comprehensive, evidence-based care to support women at all stages of life. Her areas of expertise include family planning and contraception counselling. She also offers a range of specialized services such as IUD insertions and removals, Nexplanon implant procedures, endometrial biopsies, Pap smears, and STI testing. She has advanced training in Ultrasound which she integrates seamlessly into her clinical practice. Dr. Yasin takes a patient-centered approach, emphasizing education, prevention, and empowerment to help women make informed decisions about their health.

We're a dedicated team of gynecologists and general practitioners with women' s health focus commited to providing timely expert care for women and the conditions we best serve. We have six amazing physicians who specialize in Women's Health. Our Physicians Dr. Amandeep Takhar, MD, CCFP, MSCP GP with Women's Health Focus Read Bio Dr. Sadaf Yasin, MD, CCFP GP with Women's Health Focus Read Bio Dr. Irum Rizwan, MD, CCFP GP with Women's Health Focus (returning in October 2026) Read Bio Dr. Jeanie Yuh, MD, FACOG Founder, Gynecologist Read Bio Dr. Andrea Palmer, MD, FACOG Gynecologist Read Bio Allied Health Professionals We work with a great team of Naturopaths, Pelvic physiotherapist, and a Registered Dietician with expertise in Women's Health. to provide support with perimenopause, menopause transition as well as PCOS. Our Naturopathic Doctors. Dr. Stephanie Zelembaba, ND Naturopathic Doctor Read Bio Dr. Denise Handscomb, ND Naturopathic Doctor Read Bio Dr. Laura Pipher, ND Naturopathic Doctor Read Bio Our Pelvic Physiotherapist Gerda Hayden Pelvic Physiotherapist Read Bio Our Registered Dietitian Melissa Koch Registered Dietitian/ Nutritionist Read Bio Our Registered Psychotherapist Julie Moscato Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) Read Bio

Quick expert access to IUD and Implant consultation, insertion, removal and replacement Colposcopy Colposcopy Colposcopy is looking at your vagina and cervix with a microscope. This is usually done for abnormal testing of her cervix but also for suspicious cervical, vagina, and vulvar conditions. You may or may not need a biopsy depending what is seen at the time of colposcopy. This is done in our office and usually is not painful although may be with some discomfort like a pap test. More information Request Consultation

Dr. Denise Handscomb, ND Dr. Denise Handscomb is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor with over 10 years of experience supporting patients in reaching their health care goals. She is the co-owner of Abaton Integrative Medicine, in Oakville, and she has a special focus in women’s health, supporting women during peri-menopause, menopause, and pregnancy. Dr. Denise has completed additional training in prenatal care, pediatric care, environmental medicine, is a Naturopathic Doula who attends births and has met the College of Naturopaths of Ontario's Standard of Practice for Prescribing. This allows Dr. Denise to prescribe Menopausal Hormone Therapy (MHT) and provide comprehensive hormone support for women during the transitional years.

Quick expert access to IUD and Implant consultation, insertion, removal and replacement Naturopathic Support Naturopathic Medicine For those in perimenopause/menopause, and those with PCOS We have partnered with Naturopathic Doctors (ND) specializing in women's health, Dr. Stephanie Zelembaba and Dr. Denise Handscomb of Abaton Integrative Medicine . This team-based approach allows us to be able to provide you with the most comprehensive care, ensuring women receive the best of both worlds—integrative, whole-person support alongside the expertise of conventional medicine. Perimenopause is a time of transition that can bring physical, emotional, and hormonal changes. Naturopathic doctors (NDs) provide personalized, holistic care to support women through this stage of life. From nutrition and lifestyle strategies to natural therapies, NDs focus on restoring balance, reducing symptoms, and promoting overall wellness. Our Naturopathic Doctors are trained and licensed to prescribe MHT (Menopause Hormone Therapy) More information Book an Appointment

Medical Services IUD Insertion and Removal Read More Implant Insertion and Removal Read More Perimenopause/Menopause Read More Colposcopy Read More Pessary Care Read More Abnormal Uterine Bleeding Read More Cosmetic Removals of Vulva Lesions Read More Vulva Disorders Read More

Prescription Renewal Policy There is a fee of $40 for prescription renewal without appointments, including lost or expired prescriptions, as this is not covered by OHIP. If needed, you are asked to follow-up for medication renewals, whether in person or virtually. Your physician will prescribe enough medication until the next evaluation and your future refills can be obtained from your family doctor. We will write a note to your family doctor facilitate this continuation of the prescription renewals. Medications periodically require review and monitoring to ensure they remain safe and appropriate for you. Physicians will not be responding to faxed renewal requests from your pharmacy.

Quick expert access to IUD and Implant consultation, insertion, removal and replacement Pelvic Physiotherapy Gerda utilizes manual therapy within a bio-psycho-social framework Individual treatments for a variety of pelvic health conditions: pelvic floor weakness overactive pelvic floor muscles diastasis recti bladder problems bowel problems chronic pelvic pain coccyx pain painful intercourse vulvodynia prolapse recovery from pelvic surgery pre- and post natal concerns constipation incontinence Book an Appointment

Preparation for IUD/Implant What should I do to prepare for my visit? If you are having an IUD/ Implant inserted or removed, avoid unprotected intercourse 1-2 weeks before your appointment if you are not on any reliable birth control. If we cannot safely exclude pregnancy, your appointment will be rescheduled. We would also request for you to bring a negative urine pregnancy test if you are unsure. Take any NSAIDs (Advil, Motrin, etc) about 30-60min prior to the procedure. If you cannot taken NSAIDs, Tylenol will be okay, too. If you need something more, please consider Tulip Comfort Experience below. We offer Penthrox . Most importantly, don't forget to bring your device! I am scared and anxious. What can be done for my comfort? We offer an optional Tulip Comfort Experience that includes Penthrox pain management for patients who prefer additional support. Penthrox is an inhaler that contains a drug called methoxyflurane, which is poured into the device. A piece of gauze inside soaks up the liquid and you inhale the vapours. These vapours are what provide the pain relief. This service is not medically required, not covered by OHIP (although some insurance plans may cover Penthrox), and does not affect access to OHIP-insured care. Please contact info@tulipwomenshealth.com for more information. How much is the IUD/Implant? Hormonal IUDs (Kyleena and Mirena) and Implant (Nexplanon) are covered by OHIP+ (for those under 25 years old) and by most insurance plans. If you do not have drug insurance, they cost about $350-400. Copper IUDs are not covered by OHIP+ and most insurance plans also do not cover the copper IUD. They cost about $100. How and where do I buy the IUD/Implant? At the virtual consultation, your doctor will send a prescription for the device. Or you can get the prescription from your family doctor. They are available for purchase at most pharmacies. If you are unable to afford hormonal IUDs or Implant, please contact our office as we may be able to apply for a compassionate care program on your behalf. If you choose a copper IUD, we sell them at our clinic, so you do not need to buy it in advance. What should I expect after IUD insertions? Click here. Can I get a pap test while I am there? Yes, when you are here for the IUD and you need a pap/HPV test, we can do your pap/HPV test as well. What is the difference between IUDs and Implants? IUDs are placed inside the uterus and impact the uterine lining while the subdermal implant (Nexplanon ®) is placed under the skin of the upper arm and works by inhibiting ovulation (release of an egg from the ovary). You will be able to predict your menstrual bleeding pattern with IUDs i.e. with a non-hormonal Copper IUD you will have a regular cycle whereas with a hormonal IUD you are more likely to have light spotting or no bleeding at all. With Nexplanon ® for most women, your period will stop or you might have infrequent bleeding. However, for a small percentage of implant users, periods could become unpredictable , longer, and/or more frequent. Is it okay to not get a period with IUDs and Implants? Yes. With hormonal LARCs, the lining of the uterus generally does not thicken, so does not need to be shed, which is your period. In fact, the progestin released from hormonal IUDs inside the uterus, protect against abnormal cell changes in the lining that could lead to uterine cancer. In 60% of women using Mirena,  menstrual flow becomes lighter or stops altogether, making it an excellent option for women with heavy periods. How soon will my fertility return after removal of the IUD or Implant? Pretty quickly. The median time to pregnancy after IUD removal is 2-4 months. The mean 1-year pregnancy rate as are consistent with 1-year pregnancy rates in women who wish to conceive following discontinuation of barrier or no contraceptive method. W ith implant, fertility returns very quickly and pregnancies have occurred as soon as 7-14 days after removal. Ovulation resumes within 2-4 weeks for most women.

Medical Learners On occasion, you may see a medical learner during your appointment, such a resident physician, who is a licensed physician in training, or a nurse practioner student, who is a nurse going through more training to become an NP. Any issues discussed with the learner are reviewed and overseen by your physician. We appreciate your participation in training the next generation of physicians and nurse practioners.

For Physicians How long is the wait time for a referral? For non- urgent referrals, current wait time is about 1-2 months. We prioritize postmenopausal bleeding, abnormal pap/colposcopy, IUD, nexplanon, and perimenopause/menopause hormone therapy and pessary care. To ensure a timely appointment, the patient will be scheduled with the first available doctor in the clinic. If you want to request a specific doctor, please mention it in the referral. Please also indicate if you are part of FHO/FHT to avoid negation if scheduled with GP with women's health focus but not yet designation (Dr Yasin). Do you provide surgeries and care for pregnant patients? No, we only see office based gynecological patients. How can I get further training in IUD procedures other than through SOGC? Dr. Yuh offers individualized training as well as group training depending on your need. Please contact admin@tulipwomenshealth.com or click here for more information. Referral Form For IUDs and implants, kindly use the designated form, which can be accessed by clicking the button below. For all other referrals, please continue to use the standard forms utilized in your clinic. IUD Referral Form