Dr Cara Williams
Qualifications
MBCHB, MRCOG, DFFP
GMC number: 6071837
Practising since: 2003
Specialties
Gynaecology
Consultation times
- Thursdays 08:30-13:00
- Occasional Saturday Morning
- Overview
About
Dr Cara Williams is a highly respected Consultant Gynaecologist specialising in paediatric and adolescent gynaecology and menopause care, providing expert assessment and treatment for children, teenagers and women at Nuffield Health The Grosvenor Hospital, Chester.
Dr Williams is widely recognised for her expertise in:
- Adolescent menstrual dysfunction
- Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI)
- Vulvovaginitis & paediatric vulval conditions
- Congenital gynaecological malformations
- Differences in sex development (DSD)
- Turner syndrome
- Menopause & perimenopause care
Dr Williams' approach is holistic, compassionate and age‑appropriate, supporting both young people and adult women through sensitive and hormonally complex conditions.
Specialist Areas of Expertise
- Paediatric & Adolescent Gynaecology
- Paediatric vulval conditions
- Vulvovaginitis
- Pubertal delay
- Primary amenorrhoea
- Adolescent menstrual problems
- PCOS in teenagers
- Müllerian duct anomalies
- Congenital gynaecological anomalies
- Turner syndrome
- Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI)
- Differences in sex development (DSD)
Menopause & Perimenopause
- Early menopause
- Menopause symptom management
- Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
- Care tailored for complex hormonal histories
- Certified British Menopause Society (BMS) Menopause Specialist
Additional Interests
- Menstrual irregularities
- Pelvic pain in adolescents
- Specialist multidisciplinary care pathways
Procedures
- Mirena insertion and removal
- Endometrial biopsy
- Vulval biopsy
- Resection of septate hymen
- Resection of microperforate hymen
- Resection of imperforate hymen
- Resection of vaginal septum
- Hysteroscopy
- Polypectomy
- Diagnostic laparoscopy
- Treatment for superficial endometriosis
Training & Qualifications
- Medical Degree (2003) — University of Edinburgh
- Specialty training in Obstetrics & Gynaecology across the Mersey and London deaneries
- Advanced clinical fellowships in Paediatric & Adolescent Gynaecology at University College London Hospital (UCLH) & Alder Hey Children’s Hospital
Dr Williams' dual‑site fellowship training places her among the most specialised paediatric and adolescent gynaecologists in the region.
Current Appointments
- Consultant Gynaecologist, Nuffield Health The Grosvenor Hospital, Chester
- Consultant Gynaecologist, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital
- Consultant Gynaecologist, Liverpool Women’s Hospital
- Clinical Lead for Paediatric Gynaecology, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital
National Leadership Roles & Academic Contributions
Dr Williams is recognised nationally for her leadership and contributions to the advancement of paediatric and adolescent gynaecology:
- Chair of the British Society for Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology (BritSPAG)
- Editor for Paediatric & Adolescent Gynaecology, MRCOG
- Local Principal Investigator for the POISE Trial
- Regular supervisor for trainee doctors and clinical fellows
- Advocate for multidisciplinary care across paediatric and women’s health services
Dr Williams' work ensures high‑quality, evidence‑based pathways for young patients and women across the UK.
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG)
- British Society for Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology (BritSPAG)
- British Menopause Society
Patient‑Centred Care Philosophy
Dr Williams is known for her warm, approachable style and her ability to provide sensitive, empathetic care for young people and adults navigating complex hormonal or developmental issues. She ensures patients and families feel supported, informed and involved in every step o
Treatments and tests offered by Dr Cara Williams at Nuffield Health
- Hysteroscopy
- Polypectomy
- Gynaecological biopsies
Locations Dr Cara Williams works with
Related experience
Research
Peer review journals:
- Williams CE, Primary amenorrhoea. Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine: DOI: 10.1016/j.ogrm.2021.03.006
- Williams CE, Nakhal RS, Hall-Craggs MA, Wood D, Cutner A, Pattison S, Creighton SM. Transverse Vaginal Septae: management and long-term outcomes. BJOG, 2014 June 19. DOI: 10.1111/1471-0528.12899
- Williams CE, Nakhal RS, Achermann JA, Creighton SM. Persistent unexplained congenital clitoromegaly in females born extremely premature. JPU, 2013 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpurol.2013.03.001
- Williams CE, Cutner AC, Creighton SM. Laparoscopic management of high transverse vaginal septae: a case report. Gynecological Surgery, 2013 DOI: 10.1007/s10397-013-0799-z
- Williams CE, Creighton SM. Menstrual Disorders in Adolescents: Review of Current Practice. Hormone Research in Paediatrics, October 2012. DOI: 10.1159/000342822
- Potdar N, Pillai RN, Oppenheimer CA, Williams C. Management of ovarian cysts in children and adolescents. The Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, 2020;22:107–14 DOI: 10.1111/tog.12648
- Nakhal RS, Williams CE, Creighton SM. Chemical Vaginitis: Implications and Management. Journal of Lower Genital Tract Disease, 2013 January;17(1):95-8 DOI: 10.1097/LGT.0b013e31825a1b75
- Hall-Craggs MA, Williams CE, Pattison SH, Kirkham AP, Creighton SM. Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser Syndrome: Diagnosis with MR Imaging. Radiology, 2013 August. DOI:10.1148/radiol.13130211/-/DC1
- Creighton S, Crouch N, Deans R, Cutner A, Michala L, Barnett M, Williams C, Liao LM. Nonsurgical dilation for vaginal agenesis is promising, but better research is needed. Letter to Editor. Fert Steril, 2012;97(6):e32 DOI: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2012.03.040
- Gupta JK, Williams CE. Evidence for preventing infection in abortion care. The European Journal of Contraception and Reproductive Health Care. September 2007;12(3):191–193. DOI: 10.1080/13625180701536698
Non-peer review journals:
- Williams CE, Creighton SM. Revealing the truth about labial reduction. Primary Care Women’s Health Journal. April 2012;4(2):68–70
- Williams CE, Creighton SM. Female Genital Mutilation: Time for action. Primary Care Women’s Health Journal. Jan 2013;5(1):33–35.
Textbook chapters:
- Current Editor of Paediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology for the MRCOG – in progress
- Williams CE. Paediatric Gynaecology and Disorders of Sex Development. In Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Fourth Edition. Editors, Magowan BA, Owen P, Thomson A. Elsevier Limited, 2019 (Runner up in BMA Book Awards, 2019)
- Williams CE, Deans R. Embryology and normal development of female reproductive function. In Pediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology: A Problem-based approach. Editors, Creighton SM, Balen A, Breech L, Liao LM. Cambridge University Press 2018 (First prize in BMA Book Awards, 2019)
- Williams CE, Creighton SM. Mullerian Anomalies. In Current Progress in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Kothari Medical, 2015
- Williams CE. Gynaecological Anatomy and Development. In Oxford Handbook of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Oxford University Press, 2013.
Insurers Dr Cara Williams works with
Dr Cara Williams works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aetna
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Bupa
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- Healix
- WPA
Declaration
Dr Cara Williams does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Dr Cara Williams does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Dr Cara Williams does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.