HPV Testing, Vaccination & Wart Removal
Confidential HPV care for men and women: a diagnostic swab, Gardasil 9 vaccination, and consultant-led genital wart removal by hyfrecation.
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Do you need HPV testing, vaccination, or wart treatment?
An HPV swab, vaccination and treatment for visible warts answer three different clinical questions, so each has its own appointment. Medical Express Clinic can provide the typed swab, vaccinate with Gardasil 9, or arrange consultant wart removal without an NHS referral. The right service depends on what is already known and what needs answering.
Appointments are discreet, and visit details are not shared with your NHS GP unless you ask us to.
Book HPV testing, vaccination or wart removal
The booking links below cover testing, vaccination and wart treatment as separate appointments.
Genital Wart Removal, initial
£450
Consultant treatment on Fridays, with at least one day's advance booking.
Telephone 0207 499 1991. Wart deposit £100 when booking the initial session online.
What is HPV?
HPV (human papillomavirus) is a group of related viruses. Some strains affect the genital area: high-risk types are linked to cervical, anal, penile and throat cancers over time, while low-risk types, commonly 6 and 11, can cause genital warts.
HPV spreads through skin-to-skin sexual contact. Many people carry it without symptoms, and the immune system often clears the virus, though not always. There is no cure for HPV itself, so the clinic's three services stay separate: vaccination for strains you have not yet met, a swab to show which strains you carry, and clinical treatment for visible warts.
HPV at a glance
- Testing, vaccination and wart removal are three separate services with separate prices.
- A positive swab result shows which strains are present. It does not mean you have cancer.
- Gardasil 9 is a prescription vaccine. Your clinician can explain whether it suits you.
HPV swab testing
If you want to know which HPV strains you carry, a swab test gives typed results in 2–3 working days.
Our GPs test for 28 individually typed HPV DNA subtypes, covering high-risk and low-risk strains. For types 16, 18, 31, 33 and 45, the laboratory adds reflex mRNA analysis. This additional analysis helps your doctor judge whether monitoring or further investigation may be appropriate.
The swab site depends on your history and examination: cervical or vaginal swab for women; for men, a swab from any symptomatic area or lesion as clinically indicated.
What the swab includes
- Price: £225. Doctor consultation is not included in this fee.
- Turnaround: 2–3 working days.
- Access: men and women; no referral needed.
- Privacy: results and visit details are not shared with your NHS GP or another third party unless you ask. Pseudonym registration and cash payment are available if you prefer.
What your results may mean
No HPV detected across the subtypes tested is reassuring for those strains at that time. It does not guarantee you will never encounter HPV, because new contact can lead to a new infection, and vaccination may still be worthwhile.
HPV detected tells you which strains are present. If a high-risk strain is found, your doctor explains what that means for you, and reflex mRNA for types 16, 18, 31, 33 and 45 helps show whether the virus is active. A positive result is information to guide follow-up, not a cancer diagnosis.
Gardasil 9 vaccination
Gardasil 9 is a prescription vaccine that targets HPV types 6, 11, 16, 18, 31, 33, 45, 52 and 58. The NHS HPV vaccination programme uses Gardasil 9 to protect against HPV types linked to cervical cancer and other HPV-related conditions.
Vaccination schedule and prices
| Dose | Timing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1st dose | Day 0 | £325 |
| 2nd dose | 2 months after 1st | £225 |
| 3rd dose | 6 months after 1st | £225 |
| Full course | 3 doses over 6 months | £775 total |
Available for males and females from age 9 with no upper age limit. Vaccination appointments are bookable seven days a week: weekdays 10:00–17:30; weekends 10:00–13:30.
The vaccine protects against strains you have not yet encountered. If you already carry HPV, vaccination does not treat that infection, though it may still protect against other strains.
Many adults missed school vaccination, particularly men born before the NHS extended the programme to boys. If you are unsure whether vaccination is worthwhile, a consultation or a question at the first-dose visit is the usual way to decide.
Genital wart removal
Visible genital warts are usually caused by low-risk HPV strains. They are not dangerous in themselves, but they can be persistent and distressing.
At Medical Express Clinic, wart removal is performed by Mr Hikmat Naoum, Consultant Gynaecologist, GMC 3047637. Treatment uses hyfrecation under local anaesthetic. Men and women are seen without a urologist or GP referral.
Wart appointment price and availability
- Initial session: £450 (deposit £100 online)
- Follow-up session: £150 when additional treatment is clinically required
- When: Fridays only, 10:00–16:00, with at least one day's advance booking
- Who: men and women; genital, penile, vulval, scrotal, perianal and anal warts
The genital warts removal service explains the procedure, aftercare and healing.
HPV service prices
View appointment prices and booking options above.
A GP consultation at £150 may be recommended before swab testing or vaccination when you have specific clinical questions. It is not mandatory for straightforward bookings.
Which route fits your concern?
- Broader STI screening with doctor consultation: sexual health clinic
- Cervical screening and smears: private smear test
- General clinical questions before you book: GP services
If you are unsure which service to choose, call 0207 499 1991 and the team can point you to the right appointment.
Sources & References
Mr Hikmat Naoum
Gynaecology and Women's Health • GMC 3047637
“Mr Naoum provides gynaecological assessment, interprets diagnostic ultrasound and treats pelvic pain and abnormal bleeding. He also carries out IUD fitting and removal, and HPV treatment for men and women. He has lectured internationally on obstetrics and gynaecology.”
Common questions
Q.Do I need testing, vaccination or wart removal?
A swab shows which strains you carry, Gardasil 9 protects against strains you may not have met yet, and wart removal treats visible warts; each is a separate appointment.
Q.How much does HPV testing cost?
The HPV swab test is £225. Results take 2–3 working days. The test covers 28 typed subtypes with reflex mRNA for types 16, 18, 31, 33 and 45.
Q.How much does Gardasil 9 cost?
The 1st dose is £325. The 2nd and 3rd doses are £225 each at two and six months after the first. The full course is £775 over six months.
Q.Can men book HPV testing and vaccination?
Both the swab and Gardasil 9 are available for men and women. No referral is needed.
Q.When can I book vaccination?
HPV vaccination slots are available seven days a week: weekdays 10:00–17:30 and weekends 10:00–13:30.
Q.How do I book wart removal?
Initial wart removal is £450. Follow-up is £150 if needed. Sessions with Mr Naoum are Fridays only, 10:00–16:00, with at least one day's notice. See the genital warts removal service for the full visit.
Q.Is wart removal available the same day I enquire?
Wart removal runs on Fridays by appointment, subject to capacity, with 1-day advance booking. It is not a same-day walk-in service.
Q.Are my results shared with my NHS GP?
Visit details and results are not shared with your NHS GP or another third party unless you ask us to. Pseudonym registration and cash payment are available if you prefer.
Q.Does a positive HPV test mean I have cancer?
A positive result shows which HPV strains are present. Your doctor explains what follow-up, if any, is appropriate. Reflex mRNA helps show whether high-risk types are active.
Q.Do I need a GP consultation before the swab or vaccine?
A GP consultation is not required for straightforward bookings. A £150 GP consultation may be recommended if you have specific clinical questions.
Q.Can I book dose 2 or 3 online?
If you are already a Medical Express Clinic patient and are due your second or third dose, choose an additional HPV vaccination. If you started the course elsewhere, call 0207 499 1991 so the team can check your schedule.
Q.Where is the clinic?
117a Harley Street, London W1G 6AT. Telephone 0207 499 1991.
