Notice about current vasectomy wait times
There is currently a waiting list
Unfortunately, as the vasectomy service was not running due to COVID-19, there is likely to be a significant wait for your appointment. Please click the link below for current vasectomy waiting times.
What is a vasectomy?
Vasectomy is a permanent method of contraception that will make a man sterile.
You should only consider a vasectomy if you are absolutely certain that you will never want to have a/another child.
Video explaining the vasectomy process
Please watch the video below which explains how a vasectomy is carried out and information about the risks and benefits:
Video - explaining the process of vasectomy
This video was produced by Sandyford Sexual Health Clinic in Glasgow.
How to book a vasectomy
If you would like to be considered for a vasectomy, please see your GP to request a referral to Sexual Health Fife.
We will then contact you to arrange a pre-assessment appointment where we will explain the procedure to you in more detail and answer any questions you have.
We will check your health and your body mass index (BMI) to ensure it will be safe for you to have the procedure. If your BMI is above 35 we will not able to perform the procedure. This is because it will make the vasectomy technically more difficult and there is a greater risk of complications.
If vasectomy is suitable you can book an appointment
If it is agreed that a vasectomy is suitable for you and you wish to proceed, you will be able to book your vasectomy procedure.
There is currently a waiting list
Unfortunately, as the vasectomy service was not running due to COVID-19, there is likely to be a significant wait for your appointment.
More information
Find out more information about vasectomy on the NHS Inform website.