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Professor Nikhil Vasdev, Consultant Urological & Robotic Surgeon at Pinehill Hospital offers new minimally invasive treatment for prostates. 

Professor Nikhil Vasdev, Consultant Urological & Robotic Surgeon based at Pinehill Hospital, Hertfordshire, offers Aquablation Therapy to the first patient.

We are delighted to announce that Fitzwilliam Hospital & Boston West Hospital have achieved the Bronze accreditation for ANTT® Patient Protection Accreditation Programme for Healthcare Providers.

Dr Malik, a Pain Management Consultant at Fitzwilliam Hospital in Peterborough, is launching a satellite pain management clinic in Terrington St Clement, near Kings Lynn.

Glendon Wood Hospital are joining the fight against breast cancer in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. They will be launching a rapid access diagnostic Breast Service and will be opening their first clinic on the 30th October.

Professor Nikhil Vasdev helps diagnose and treat 71 year old patient with symptoms of Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia, BPH) with minimally invaisive treatment, Aquablation Therapy.

On Wednesday 20th September Ramsay Health Care UK hosted the official opening of its brand new, state-of-the-art, day case facility, Glendon Wood Hospital in Kettering.

After successfully completing a national program of local data audits, we are thrilled to have been recognised and named as a NJR Quality Data Provider. 

Bupa UK Insurance, the leading health insurance provider and Ramsay UK, a leading independent healthcare provider, have agreed a new four-year contract that reinforces their commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare for customers.

Ramsay Health Care UK is celebrating being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider for the fourth year in a row after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits.

The Berkshire Independent Hospital in Reading, part of Ramsay Health Care is delighted to announce the introduction of a new treatment for men suffering from an enlarged prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), robotic Aquablation.

Ramsay Health Care UK has been recognised for providing focused support and care to the local Armed Forces community and has been awarded with Veteran Aware accreditation.

Ramsay Health Care UK is celebrating after being named the first Independent Sector organisation to achieve National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider status after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits in all hospitals providing orthopaedic services.

Ramsay has treated the highest volumes of NHS patients in the independent sector throughout the pandemic. Since March 2020, we have been working together with NHS Trusts across the country to deliver urgent care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Duchy Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits. 

Cambridgeshire's leading independent hospital, Fitzwilliam Hospital, provides high-quality breast care for women. We offer a breast screening service and a one-stop symptomatic breast cancer clinic for private patients.

Fitzwilliam Physiotherapist Ashley Watson has been selected for Team GB 2023 World Bench Press Championships.

National ODP day

iWantGreatCare’s Certificates of Excellence 2023 are awarded to leading clinicians, surgeries and hospitals across the UK. Whilst some people review their hotels and holidays on TripAdvisor, millions of patients have chosen to review their healthcare

The parents of the Mini & Youth Hitchin Rugby Club players were very grateful to have the opportunity to sign up for free Basic Life Support provided by our Pinehill Hospital Matron, Clare Granada, and Resuscitation Leads – Liz Creigg & Polly Filep.

When Boston West’s Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Mr Harish Kurup, decided to take a six-month career break, he had no idea that he would find one of the most rewarding experiences of his life. Mr Kurup started his break with a two-month road trip in India. During this time, he arranged a last-minute unfunded orthopaedic surgeon position at Mzuzu Central Hospital in Malawi.

Anyone can see one of our well-respected private GPs who practice to the highest clinical standards. This service can be used for urgent issues as well as longer-term problems for a better healthcare experience.

Fitzwilliam’s Orthopaedic Knee Surgeon, Mr Rupert Clifton, and Radiographer, Kath Berrisford, are set to run the London Marathon on 23rd April in support of the Bone Cancer Research Trust.

One of the physiotherapists who is in high demand is sports injury and back pain expert Ashley Watson who joined the hospital early last year. As well as being a physio Ashley is also an Olympian who competed in last year’s winter Olympics in the four-man

Ramsay Health Care UK’s Pinehill Hospital is delighted to announce they are sponsoring local Hitchin Rugby Club. Pinehill Hospital’s support has allowed the club to keep the lights on! 

New state of the art medical imaging in York at Clifton Park Hospital. Yorkshire patients can now benefit from a new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner installed as a result of a £1.6m investment by Clifton Park Hospital Limited (CPHL), a joint venture comprising Ramsay Healthcare UK (RHUK) and North Yorkshire Orthopaedics Surgeons (NYOS) Ltd

Fitzwilliam’s weight loss service has grown almost four-fold over the last five years. Recent analysis suggests more than 21 million UK adults will be obese by 2040 which is around 36% of the adult population. Most worryingly, if this rapid upward trend continues, the number of people who are obese could overtake the number who are a healthy weight in the UK by 2040¹.

Fitzwilliam’s consultant orthopaedic surgeon and ex-RAF Wing Commander, Mr. Gora Pathak, is currently exhibiting his ‘Brush and Blade’ artwork at Yarrow Gallery situated within the grounds of the private Oundle School, near Peterborough.

Patient Mr L. Gaskin incredibly impressed with care and treatment he received at Woodthorpe Hospital following a double hernia repair performed by Mr Ian Beckingham, General Surgeon.

Staff at Renacres Hospital in Ormskirk, took part in a ‘Wear It Pink’ day to raise money for life-saving breast cancer research.

Fitzwilliam’s Senior Physiotherapy Technician, Lauren Murrell has embarked on her Physiotherapy Degree Apprenticeship at Coventry University this month. Lauren says: “I chose to do the apprenticeship as I want to further my career progression and become a qualified Physiotherapist. I have achieved everything I can in my current role and I want a new challenge.”

Well done to Davina Brown, Theatre Manager and her Fitzwilliam Theatre team for achieving 100% compliance with the National Joint Register.

I would highly recommend The Yorkshire Clinic. I found my experience to be exceptional from start to finish, my surgeon is the nicest specialist I have ever met and the nursing staff are extremely professional and very caring.

Ramsay Health Care UK is celebrating being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider for the third year in a row after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits.

Ashtead Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits. 

On Tuesday 30th August Oaks Hospital hosted the official opening of its brand new SACT (Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy) unit, which offers oncology services to patients for a range of specialty areas including skin, gynaecology, urology and breast cancers in the local area.

Oaklands Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits.

North Downs Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits.

Duchy Hospital is taking climate action; forming long-lasting habits that are good for people and the planet. Health, wellbeing, community, biodiversity – all of it matters.

We speak to Louise Walker, Operations Manager at Woodthorpe Hospital about her role within the hospital, what attracted her to come and work for us and the culture  for others thinking about joining Woodthorpe Hospital.

Tees Valley Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits.

One of the world’s leading healthcare providers, Ramsay Health Care, has committed to achieving Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by the year 2040. Ramsay has committed to science-based emission reduction targets which are consistent with the Paris Agreement on limiting global warming to 1.5 degrees above pre-industrial levels.

Ian Wilcox, RAF Veteran, cycled  26 miles on Saturday, June 11 in the RAFA Ride Challenge. He is taking part in memory of his former 50-year-old RAF colleague who sadly passed away too early on 24th April this year.

Winfield Hospital's Operations Manager, Mark Thompson takes on Mount Everest hike and raises over £3000 for a local charity, Sunflowers Suicide Support.

In September 2021, Sarah Hamilton and Nina Porter joined Ramsay UK as part of our Global Graduate Scheme and have completed their first placement., they now head off to start their international placement.

After three years of hard work, balancing university, work, and home life, Fitzwilliam’s Outpatient Nurse Deanna Walton graduates from the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship (RNDA) at Buckinghamshire New University. 

Fitzwilliam Hospital is very excited to offer its patients a new MRI scanning experience from 6th June 2022. The Siemens Sola 1.5T Tesla MRI scanner offers extremely high performance in a larger wide-bore scanner.

Essex Cricket are excited to reveal Ramsay Health Care UK as our T20 shirt sleeve sponsor for the 2022 season. Leading global healthcare provider, Ramsay Health Care will feature across the Essex squads and worn by the Essex Eagles in this year’s Vitality Blast, which begins on May 27 against Kent Spitfires.

Building has commenced on a brand new state-of-the-art day case unit and diagnostic centre in Glendon, Kettering. The new facility will be an extension of services already offered at Woodland Hospital, part of the Ramsay Health Care group, just under 4 miles away.

North Downs Hospital has again been recognised by patients as one of the best private hospitals in the UK, winning the ‘Patients’ Choice’ award from Private Healthcare UK.

Fitzwilliam Hospital has again been recognised by patients as one of the best private hospitals in the UK, winning the ‘Patients’ Choice’ award from Private Healthcare UK.

We take pride in the development of our staff at the Boston West Hospital - one example of this is that of Stefanie Maggs. Stefanie is currently undertaking the Registered Nurse Degree Apprenticeship, alongside working as a Theatre HCA. 

Donations for the Ukraine Appeal have been over whelming at Fitzwilliam Hospital & Boston West Hospital.

The staff at Pinehill Hospital are delighted to have been awarded this accreditation for the Non-Touch technique (ANTT) by The Association for Safe Aseptic Practice (ASAP). 

My recovery has been superb. My muscles feel back up to 90 to 95% strength. What is more, Nick is now back training for his next competition. This cortisone injection has allowed Nick to carry on his Pro Card career as a professional bodybuilder.

The Physio team and other passionate individuals have been the heartbeat and driving force of Pinehill Hospital’s green initiatives.

The Fitzwilliam Physiotherapy team are delighted to welcome Ashley, the inspirational 2022 Winter Olympian 4-man bobsled Jamaican team member.  

Ramsay Health Care's approach to sustainability has received a vote of confidence from the banking and capital markets industry. Ramsay has been awarded ‘ESG Loan of the Year’ by the highly-regarded International Financing Review (IFR) Asia magazine.

On Thursday 3rd February, The Yorkshire Clinic took part in Time to Talk Day launched by Mind Mental Health Charity.

Ramsay Health Care UK (Ramsay) and IMS MAXIMS are delighted to announce the successful roll out of the MAXIMS Electronic Patient Record (EPR) which is fully live and operational in all 35 Ramsay hospital sites.

Four years ago Rivers Hospital launched their first Look Good Feel Better workshop. Ladies currently undergoing and also recently finished their cancer treatment join together for a morning of make-up tips, laughter and building new friendships.

Ramsay Health Care has announced the appointment of Nick Costa as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ramsay Health Care UK.

We are very proud of the team and the result achieved. We have an excellent platform now to move forward from; here’s to 'Outstanding' next time around.

Oaks Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits.

Professor Campbell brings with him forty years of experience treating patients with varicose veins. He has written many papers, a book and led major research regarding varicose veins. 

Global healthcare business Ramsay Health Care has reached agreement to acquire one of the UK’s leading independent mental health care providers for £775m (A$1.4bn) from private equity firm BC Partners.

Ramsay Health Care has announced more than 20 ambitious targets to drive its sustainability programme. The Ramsay Cares strategy focuses on three pillars: Caring for our people, Caring for our planet and Caring for our communities. 

Ramsay Health Care UK’s new Buckshaw Hospital in Chorley, was officially opened on Thursday 21st October 2021 by Professor Tim Briggs CBE, National Director of Clinical Improvement of NHS England.

On Wednesday 26th May, The Yorkshire Clinic based in Bingley, officially opened its brand new diagnostic facilities following the latest development of the hospital’s MRI and CT scanner services.

Congratulations to our Consultant Urological & Robotic Surgeon, Mr Nikhil Vasdev, for being awarded a Degree of ‘Doctor of Science’

The staff at Pinehill Hospital are delighted to have been awarded this accreditation for the Non-Touch technique (ANTT) by The Association for Safe Aseptic Practice (ASAP).

On Thursday 1st July, The Cherwell Hospital, formerly known as Horton Treatment Centre, officially celebrated the launch of their new hospital name and the relaunch of their facility and its services. 

This year Fitzwilliam Hospital staff gave their support for Peterborough’s own Children In Need. The Trussell Trust do an amazing job for people who have been referred in crisis, as well as support to help people resolve the challenges they face.

Ramsay Health Care (ASX: RHC) (Ramsay) announced today that it has successfully completed the refinancing of its Wholly Owned Funding Group1 (WOFG) debt facility maturing in October 2022, with a new $1.5 billion multi-currency2 syndicated sustainability linked loan facility.

Well done to Davina Brown, Theatre Manager and her Fitzwilliam Theatre team for achieving 100% compliance with the National Joint Register.

Ramsay Health Care UK has played a key role in providing healthcare services to local communities over the last 12 months in partnership with the NHS. 

Ramsay Health Care is featured in a new national report looking at the historic partnership between the NHS and the independent hospital sector during COVID-19.

Staff at Pinehill Hospital are keen to go green and have introduced initiatives to improve sustainability within the hospital. The initiative started with four members of the Physiotherapy department discussing issues such as recycling, waste disposal and reducing single-use plastic.

The Surgicube equipment provides an ultra-clean airflow across the operating surface and represents the first investment of this kind in Ramsay UK hospitals. 

The use of 3D printed guides and 3D planning has revolutionised the treatment of patients who need shoulder replacement surgery. Mr  Uppal’s unit is the most experienced in using this technique in the United Kingdom and the whole team works together to provide the most accurate and up to date shoulder replacement surgery.

Mount Stuart Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider after successfully completing a national programme of local data audits. 

Oaklands Hospital, part of Ramsay Health Care UK, has expanded its capacity with the introduction of 10 additional bedrooms plus treatment rooms and office areas.

Fantastic work from Mr Nikhil Vasdev, our Consultant Urological & Robotic Surgeon, who is helping pilot a urine test for Primary Care that can spot bladder cancer after it proved 100% accurate in trials.

Pinehill and East & North Herts Trust Collaboration enables only Breast Surgical Team in East of England and London to perform breast reconstructions during Covid-19 Pandemic

Nursing has always been a childhood ambition and I am extremely excited for the future here at Oaklands Hospital. My vision is to provide strong clinical leadership and empower staff to be the very best they can. 

The team at Ashtead Hospital recently had a visit from Rt. Hon Chris Grayling MP, the newly re-elected MP for Epsom and Ewell. 

Woodland Hospital, part of Ramsay Health Care marked their 30th anniversary on the 4th June 2020. Our 30th celebrations have been postponed due to current restrictions, however we celebrated this special milestone the best way we could.

Ashtead Hospital is delighted to announce that its Endoscopy Unit has been awarded the sought-after UK accreditation.

As part of a major deal with NHS England, Ramsay Health Care UK is providing additional emergency capacity to the NHS from all our hospitals.  This includes the provision of urgent, acute trauma, medical and cancer care.

Nurse Angie Bruns at Oaks Hospital has raised £2.400 for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity by completing a sit-up challenge.

Mr Chou-Phay Lim, Pinehill Consultant Gynaecologist and Clinical Endometriosis Lead at the Trust, delighted as Endometriosis Service receives national accreditation, Endometriosis Hertfordshire - part of the East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust - has been recognised by the British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy.

As part of our recent focus around Mental Health awareness, we caught up with Nya Chambers, our sponsor Notts County Womens FC Striker & #7

We are delighted to announce that Miss Salma Noor will now offer a menstrual and fertility clinic at the Fitzwilliam Hospital

Duchy Hospital is working closely with Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust (RCHT) and has made its entire hospital capacity and all staff available to help in the fight against COVID-19.

Two inspiring young Oaks Hospital employees received a special invitation from The Princes Trust to speak at a celebration event being held at the Norfolk & Norwich Hospital.

After successfully completing a national programme of local data audits, we are thrilled to have been recognised and named as a NJR Quality Data Provider. 

We are pleased to share with you that two of our Consultants have had a paper published in The Lancet. 

Most people arrive for their MRI scans with some feeling of apprehension, it’s very common and completely normal.  It could be that they are worried about what the scan may show, or it might be that their friends and family have told them that the MRI experience is really awful; it could be both!

Jane Benson holds the post of Theatre Manager at Exeter Medical after seventeen years spent in the theatre at the Royal Devon & Exeter hospital; latterly as a Matron in the Plastic and Reconstruction theatre.

Fiona Irvine is a highly qualified Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Exeter Medical.

In keeping with the focus of a healthy lifestyle, Ashtead Hospital are teaming up with Slimming World.

Exercise has been shown to help some people who suffer from depression or anxiety to relieve their symptoms.

We are delighted to work alongside Mr Rambani, consultant hip and knee reconstructive surgeon, at Boston West Hospital and Fitzwilliam Hospital.

Exeter Medical are pleased to offer a new service – Abdominal Hernia Repair

Ashtead Hospital is proud to announce their second year of sponsorship of Ashtead Cricket Club for the 2018 cricket season.  

We offer MRI and multi-slice/Spiral CT scanning in modern, comfortable, air-conditioned surroundings.  

The physiotherapy team covers a wide range of specialities including vestibular problems, chronic pain, hand therapy, women’s health and respiratory.

Consultant led unit with 11 en-suite rooms treating a with a wide variety of conditions and offering respite care packages. 

Useful tips to help combat the stress of everyday life

Have you considered the benefits of being seen privately for your medical treatment?

Ashtead Hospital is delighted to announce their sponsoring of a local youth football team, Stoneleigh Athletic FC Youth U10s.

The Mummy MOT is a specialist post-natal assessment recommended for all women following delivery – whether 6 weeks or many years later.

Skiing may not be as dangerous as you might think

Ashtead Hospital are delighted to welcome Mr Vivek Nama to their team of specialist consultants. Mr Nama is a Consultant Gynaecologist.

Omar Khan, Weight Loss Surgeon, has been awarded a Professorship in recognition of his clinical and academic work in weight loss surgery.

Weight loss surgery causes significant weight loss and it cures and prevents serious medical conditions associated with obesity such as diabetes.

Dr. Downs joined Exeter Medical with considerable experience spending seventeen years as a Consultant Dermatologist, Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians; plus a Member of the British, European and American Dermatology Societies.

Customised Patient Specific Instrumentation - the way forward for 21st Century Total Knee Replacement Surgery.

Ashtead Hospital are delighted to welcome Mr Amarjit Anand to the team of Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons.

Wing Commander Pathak supports British Legion with artwork.

This week is it national macular week.  But what is macular degeneration and what can be done to treat it. 

Mr Andrew Cobb, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Ashtead Hospital, performed his 50th ConforMIS total knee replacement.

Dr. Craig Barker is leading a new service offered by Exeter Medical, its new no-scalpel vasectomy.

With the forthcoming British and Irish Lions tour, we look at the injuries associated with rugby and the best course of action.

May 5th is hand hygiene day, we look at some of the facts surrounding hand washing and hygiene.

As part of their ongoing support, Ashtead Hospital collected 5 boxes and 2 carrier bags of food and toiletries for Epsom and Ewell Foodbank.

The physiotherapy team at Ashtead Hospital offer their advice on safety when gardening.

Public Health England has challenged businesses to cut sugar in cakes, biscuits, chocolate bars and cereal by 20% by 2020 and by 5% this year.

Ashtead Hospital specialise in MP-MRI for the prostate gland, helping to detect cancer and avoid unnecessary treatment.

Mr Paul Tulley, Consultant Plastic Surgeon highlights the benefits of fat transfer in modern day cosmetic surgery.

Georgie Mimicopoulou from Ashtead Hospital raises funds for the cardiac unit at St Georges as a thank you for their care and expertise.

HSA, Lucy Wallace from Ashtead Hospital, Lucy Wallace takes the challenge of cycling from Ashtead - Cologne over 3 days raising money for Riannas Fund

Did you know you can improve your eye health through a healthy diet full of antioxidants, vitamin c and zinc.

On Thursday 8th September dedicated cyclists from the Ashtead community took to their bikes for 3 days of cycling from Ashtead to Cologne.