Welcome to the UCL Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Institute for Women’s Health, a joint venture between two world-renowned institutions, University College London (UCL) and University College London Hospital (UCLH) led by Professor Ian Jacobs. The Institute brings together individuals with expertise across the whole spectrum of women’s health – from laboratory science to clinical skills to social and behavioural sciences – with the objective of making a major contribution to the health of women, both in the UK and internationally, by pioneering research, education programmes and clinical initiatives.

For the first time women’s health can be addressed in its broadest sense, taking into account the social, psychological, economic, ethical and legal dimensions of health care, and working with models of health, illness and health care that move beyond the traditional. Our collaborative links with organisations in less economically developed countries are especially important to the Institute, as reflected by some of the sponsorship opportunities currently on offer.

This introductory website gives you the opportunity to explore the Institute’s brochure, learn about our history, read details of our research, education and clinical units, or contact us to find out more.