Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth

Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth is a specialist healthcare clinic in Walmer, Gqeberha focused on sexual and reproductive health. Part of the wider Marie Stopes South Africa network, the centre brings decades of experience in confidential, non-judgemental reproductive healthcare to the Eastern Cape. Serving women and people of reproductive age from Walmer, greater Gqeberha, and surrounding towns, the clinic offers a safe space to ask questions, explore options, and access timely care. Established as a medical clinic in Walmer with a clear focus on sexual and reproductive health, Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth supports clients at different stages of their reproductive journey. Whether someone is seeking information about contraception, needs a safe abortion service, wants to stay on top of routine screenings, or requires HIV and STI testing, the team is trained to provide evidence-based guidance with respect and discretion. Many clients travel to this Port Elizabeth centre specifically for its specialised focus on reproductive health and its well-known client-friendly approach. By combining clinical expertise with a supportive environment, Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth aims to make high-quality sexual and reproductive healthcare in Gqeberha accessible, understandable, and easier to navigate for everyone who walks through the door or connects via telemedicine. ## Services & Specialties As a dedicated sexual and reproductive healthcare clinic in Port Elizabeth, Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth provides a comprehensive range of services under one roof. Core offerings include safe abortion and post-abortion care, ensuring that clients can access medically supervised procedures along with follow-up support and counselling where needed. The clinic also offers tele-abortion and telemedicine services, allowing eligible clients to consult with healthcare professionals remotely and receive guidance in a way that suits their circumstances. Beyond abortion care, Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth provides an extensive menu of women’s wellness services. This includes a variety of contraceptive options, from short-term methods to longer-acting choices, so clients can select what fits their health needs and lifestyle. The clinic also offers HIV and STI testing, as well as Pap smear screening that can help detect sexually transmitted infections and early signs of cervical abnormalities. Additional services such as family planning, pre-conception counselling, and routine reproductive health checks are designed to support long-term wellbeing, not just one-off visits. What sets Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth apart is its specialised focus on non-judgemental, confidential reproductive healthcare, backed by Marie Stopes South Africa’s experience in the field since 1993. The clinic’s team is trained to create a calm, reassuring environment, to explain procedures clearly, and to respect each client’s choices. Whether visiting in person in Walmer or using telemedicine, clients can expect care that is grounded in medical best practice and delivered with empathy. ## Why Choose Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth - Specialist reproductive healthcare: Focus on sexual and reproductive health services, including safe abortion, contraception, HIV and STI testing, Pap smears, and women’s wellness.

• Non-judgemental, client-friendly approach: Staff are trained to provide respectful, confidential care, so clients feel safe discussing sensitive concerns.
• Part of an established national network: Connected to Marie Stopes South Africa, a leading non-profit provider of reproductive health services with a long-standing presence across the country.
• Comprehensive support around abortion care: From information and counselling to safe abortion procedures and post-abortion care, all in one clinic.
• Flexible access through telemedicine: Tele-abortion and telemedicine consultations for eligible clients who need remote support or added privacy.
• Convenient Walmer location for Gqeberha and beyond: A central setting in Walmer that is easily reachable from other parts of Port Elizabeth and nearby Eastern Cape communities. ## Location & Accessibility Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth is located in Walmer, Gqeberha, a well-known and easily accessible neighbourhood in the Eastern Cape. The clinic’s setting in Walmer makes it convenient for clients coming from central Port Elizabeth, nearby suburbs, and surrounding towns who are seeking specialised reproductive healthcare. With its position in an established area, the centre is straightforward to find using local landmarks or digital maps, and its location helps ensure that clients can access confidential healthcare services in Gqeberha without needing to travel far outside the city. ## Get in Touch To learn more about services at Maries Stopes Port Elizabeth, book an appointment, or explore your options, prospective clients can reach out directly to the clinic or use the online channels provided by Marie Stopes South Africa. Whether you prefer an in-person visit in Walmer or a telemedicine consultation, the team is ready to provide information and care tailored to your reproductive health needs.