What services does Gentle Procedures UK offer?

We provide circumcision for all ages, no-scalpel, no-needle vasectomy, and specialist men's procedures such as frenulectomy and preputioplasty. Our clinics also offer tailored men's health and wellness programmes, including medical weight loss solutions. Experienced doctors perform all procedures under local anaesthetic in private, discreet settings. You can book online or by phone without a GP referral. The team's main focus is on making care convenient, safe, and comfortable while delivering trusted outcomes.

What should the patients expect during recovery?

Most patients resume light activity within one to two days after a vasectomy or circumcision, and complete recovery usually happens within a few weeks. Our doctors provide clear aftercare instructions and stay available for questions or concerns throughout healing. Besides, they monitor progress, advise on pain relief, and support a smooth return to normal routines. By following guidance and keeping the area clean, patients usually experience minimal discomfort and a fast, complication-free recovery period.

Do you need a GP referral to book an appointment?

No, the patients can book appointments directly online or by calling the clinic to ensure quick access to experienced doctors. Parents seeking circumcision for infants and children or men considering a vasectomy or other procedure can arrange consultations privately and discreetly. The clinic simplifies access to specialised care, avoiding unnecessary delays and helping you plan treatment around your personal and professional schedule.

Are Gentle Procedures UK clinics regulated and safe?

Gentle Procedures UK operates CQC-registered clinics and follows strict safety and clinical care protocols. Qualified doctors here perform every procedure under local anaesthetic in a clean, private, and discreet environment. Our clinics prioritise patient comfort and uphold the highest professional standards. They provide personalised support from booking through aftercare, ensuring safe and reliable results. Positive reviews and patient testimonials reflect the team's commitment to trusted men's health services and excellent medical experiences.

How does the Pollock Technique™ make procedures safer and faster?

The Pollock Technique™ uses advanced surgical methods refined over three decades to enhance patient safety and comfort. Our doctors perform procedures quickly with precise steps that reduce tissue trauma and complications. For circumcision, the method avoids general anaesthesia and uses skin glue for faster healing. Further, vasectomy involves a no-scalpel, no-needle approach with pressure-spray anaesthetic, helping most men recover sooner and resume daily life faster while maintaining excellent cosmetic and medical results.

Gentle Procedures UK: Specialist Men's Healthcare and the Pollock Technique™

Gentle Procedures UK provides doctor-led circumcision, vasectomy and specialist penile healthcare, offering the internationally recognised Pollock Technique™. We offer circumcision for newborns, babies, children, teenagers and adults, alongside no-scalpel vasectomy, including the Pollock Technique™.

Every procedure is performed by a GMC-registered doctor at a CQC-registered clinic. Our experienced doctors take the time to explain your options, answer your questions and guide you through every stage of care, from your initial consultation to recovery and aftercare.

With clear, fixed pricing covering your consultation, procedure and aftercare, you'll know exactly what's included before you book. Whether you're considering circumcision, vasectomy or seeking advice about a penile condition, we're here to help.

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The Pollock Technique™: A Different Approach to Circumcision and Vasectomy

The Pollock Technique™ is central to the care we provide at Gentle Procedures UK. We use this established technique for both circumcision and vasectomy, with procedures performed by our experienced, GMC-registered doctors.

Our approach combines specialist clinical expertise with individualised care, clear explanations and structured aftercare.

Whether you're considering circumcision for your child, exploring vasectomy or seeking treatment for a penile condition, our team is here to help.

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Choose Your Care

Circumcision

Specialist circumcision for newborns, babies, children, teenagers and adults, with clear guidance and support at every stage.

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Vasectomy

Choose between standard no-scalpel vasectomy and the Pollock Technique™, including a no-needle, no-scalpel approach.

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Penile Conditions and Treatments

Private assessment and treatment for phimosis (tight foreskin), frenulum breve (short frenulum), lichen sclerosus and other penile conditions.

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Circumcision for Every Age

Newborn Circumcision

A calm, gentle and supportive experience with time to reassure you and settle your baby.

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Infant Circumcision

Friendly care and clear advice for families choosing circumcision after the newborn stage.

See Infant Circumcision

Child Circumcision

For ages 18 months to 12. We explain everything at your child's pace, so they know what to expect.

See Child Circumcision

Teen Circumcision

For ages 13 to 17. Private, respectful care that involves your teenager in the decision.

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Adult Circumcision

Private, discreet specialist care tailored to you, with plenty of support.

See Adult Circumcision

Vasectomy Options

We offer three types of vasectomy, so you can choose the one that suits you best. Your consultation and vasectomy can both take place at the same appointment.

Anaesthetic

Scalpel

Good to know

No-scalpel vasectomy

Standard no-scalpel: Local anaesthetic administered by injection.

None

Carried out by a doctor

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No-scalpel vasectomy

Standard no-scalpel: Local anaesthetic administered by injection.

None

Carried out by a doctor

See Pollock Technique

Pollock Technique, no cautery

Standard no-scalpel: Local anaesthetic administered by injection.

None

Carried out by a doctor

See Pollock Technique

Anaesthetic

Scalpel

Good to know

No-scalpel vasectomy

Standard no-scalpel: Local anaesthetic administered by injection.

None

Carried out by a doctor

See No-Scalpel Vasectomy

No-scalpel vasectomy

Standard no-scalpel: Local anaesthetic administered by injection.

None

Carried out by a doctor

See Pollock Technique

Pollock Technique, no cautery

Standard no-scalpel: Local anaesthetic administered by injection.

None

Carried out by a doctor

See Pollock Technique

Penile Conditions We Treat at Our Clinics

Our doctors are used to helping people with these concerns, so there's no need to feel embarrassed. These are common conditions that aren't cancer, and many can be assessed in one private appointment, with no pressure to go ahead.

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A Tight Foreskin

A foreskin that won't pull back, or hurts when it does.

A Short Frenulum

Tightness or tearing on the underside of the penis.

Lichen Sclerosus (BXO)

White, firm or scarred skin on the foreskin or tip of the penis.

Repeated Inflammation

Redness, soreness or infection that keeps coming back.

Why Choose Gentle Procedures

Our clinics are designed around patient comfort in mind. Your doctor will explain each step before it starts, in a quiet, private room. For vasectomy, we offer the Pollock Technique under an exclusive UK licence.

You'll see the price and what it includes before you book. After your procedure, you'll have a clear aftercare plan, with written advice for each stage of healing and planned follow-up.

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Read Verified Reviews on Doctify

Doctify is an independent website where patients review the care they've had. See what our patients say about Gentle Procedures UK before you decide to book.

How We Check Our Standards

Part of a Global Network

Gentle Procedures UK is part of an international network, with clinics in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, the United States and Australia. All our clinics share the same approach to comfort and care, and every procedure is carried out by a doctor. In the UK, our clinics are registered with the Care Quality Commission and our doctors are registered with the General Medical Council. Wherever you're seen, you can expect the same unhurried, doctor-led care. You can find out more on our Global Network page.

Our Global Network

Our Approach to Clinical Care

Every procedure is carried out by a GMC-registered doctor trained in the techniques we offer, in a clinic registered with the Care Quality Commission.

Clinical Standards and Safety

Find a UK Clinic

All our UK clinics are registered with the Care Quality Commission, and every procedure is carried out by a GMC-registered doctor. Wherever you book, you can expect the same relaxed appointment, the same standards of care and a clear explanation of your options.

Our Birmingham clinic is open now and welcomes patients from across the UK. Our next clinic will open in Brentwood.

We'll keep this page up to date as each new clinic opens. We only add a clinic once it meets our standards and has been approved for patient care.

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Patient Experiences

It's easier to choose a clinic when you can see what other patients and parents say. These reviews come from real patients, shared with their permission, and can give you an idea of what to expect.

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   Tom 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Terrible experience with the lack of aftercare from the surgery. Felt like I had to fight and wait for some help when needing answers. Still in pain over 2 months after despite being told 4-6 week full recovery.
  
 
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   T Glamour 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing service, lovely staffs and Doctors. I fully recommend 100%
  
 
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   R Bibi 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They didn’t do a great job because it made my son bleed a lot a lot a lot and it isn’t good
  
 
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   I arshad 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent customer service. After care service is excellent you recieve calls and texts to ask about child's health and condition and price is competitive too.
  
 
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   K Yeboah 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing experience! The whole process was quick and smooth, and my baby has healed beautifully. Very happy with the service. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Joe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic clinic for male health. Very clean and professional environment. The procedure was explained well with the possible risks involved. The doctors are very professional as expected and happy to talk during the procedure if you wish. I didn't feel a single bit of discomfort during the surgery. I was in and out within 40 mins  absolutely perfect, healing is much quicker than conventional ways. I cannot recommend Gentle procedures clinic enough. Thank you.
  
 
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   M Dad 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I honestly cannot recommend this clinic enough. My child recently had his circumcision here, and from the moment we walked through the doors, I felt completely reassured that I had made the right decision.
Before choosing this clinic, I visited several others, but none of them gave me the same feeling of comfort and confidence.

The team here were incredibly professional, welcoming and accommodating. They took the time to answer every question I had, no matter how small, and explained everything to me in such detail. As a parent, this meant so much to me because I never felt rushed or made to feel like I was asking too many questions.

What really stood out was how confident and knowledgeable the staff were. You could tell they genuinely knew what they were doing, but at the same time, they were kind, patient and understanding. They made the whole experience feel much less daunting than I had imagined.

The clinic itself was also completely different from anywhere else I had visited. It was calm, clean and welcoming, which created such a reassuring environment for both my child and me. Everything they did felt centred around the patient, and I could genuinely see that my child's comfort and wellbeing were their priority.

I am especially grateful for the support they offered beyond the procedure itself. They made it clear that they were there to support us afterwards too, not simply until we left the clinic or until a follow-up appointment. Knowing that I could reach out if I had any concerns gave me so much peace of mind.

As a parent, you naturally want the very best for your child, and choosing someone to carry out a procedure like this can feel like a huge decision. I am so glad I chose Gentle Procedures. I genuinely felt listened to, respected and cared for throughout the whole experience.

I would recommend this clinic to every parent and honestly to every person I meet who is considering circumcision. I have never felt this level of confidence and reassurance with any other healthcare provider.

A huge thank you to everyone at Gentle Procedures. You are truly amazing, and I am so grateful for the care you gave my child and the reassurance you gave me as a parent. ❤️
  
 
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   Hafizah 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service, very professional. We did our son’s circumcision here and everything went well. The follow up photos and videos calls have been so helpful. Thank you
  
 
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   B Miah 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice customer service was really fantastic and doctor was so good nice I racomade all of parents who looked for expert and safe place .
  
 
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   I Faruk 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have had an excellent, professional and calming experience at TGP clinic today. Being nervous parents we felt ever so calm during the process. The discussion during and post procedure was extremely clear. We were provided with postcare items and were talked through it all. It was that good we ended up chatting away in the reception forgetting our appointment was completed.Thank you ever so much for a safe procedure. Will 100% recommend.