At our Birmingham hospital – formerly the Edgbaston Hospital – we aim to create an exceptional experience for all private and NHS patients, with a dedication to delivering the highest standards of quality and safety. We will treat you quickly and support you in recovery, helping you to feel better, faster.
Whether you visit us as a day patient or need a slightly longer period of treatment, you’ll be given the best care and the undivided attention of our experienced and professional team.
At Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham, any patient in need of our services is welcome. This is regardless of location or existing health condition, as long as it’s safe for us to treat you.
Private and NHS patients welcome
Whether you’re accessing your healthcare privately or via the NHS, you can rest assured you’ll receive high-quality healthcare.
Our specialties
From hip and knee replacements to hernia repair surgery, at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham, we’re proud to offer a wide range of treatments and specialties.
Why choose Practice Plus Group in Birmingham?
Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham is delighted to offer short waiting times to our private patients. Forget long waiting lists, you’ll be able to have your surgery just 4-6 weeks after your initial consultation.
If you’re an NHS patient, you’ll need to check the current waiting times.
Facilities and equipment
At Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham, we are committed to providing high quality care to all our patients. To achieve this goal, our consultants enjoy the best of cutting-edge technology and surgical equipment.
Consultation
As you may expect, our pre-assessment department plays a crucial role in preparing patients for their procedures. Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham features 11 separate consulting rooms. During a surgery consultation, one of our healthcare professionals will conduct thorough assessments. This is to ensure all necessary evaluations are completed prior to a patient’s treatment in order to minimize and mitigate any risks.
As of January 2025, our Endoscopy service will be available to NHS and private patients. The Endoscopy suite will include the following state-of-the-art equipment:
Olympus Evis Endoscopy stack system
wireless Evis scope guide
Evis series gastroscopes and colonoscopes
190 Exera paediatric scopes.
Outpatients
Our outpatient facilities feature a range of different services such as consultations and the ability to carry out diagnostic tests.
Care Quality Commission rating – Practice Plus Group
100%
clean record for hospital acquired infections
99%
of patients recommend Practice Plus Group
Treatments available in Birmingham
We deliver a comprehensive range of orthopaedic care services, general surgeries and eye treatments. We offer short waiting times and excellent clinical outcomes, to help you get back to feeling fit and well again sooner.
Meet our experienced consultants at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham. Our consistency of care sees your consultant-led treatment team supporting you from start to finish; making your visit as comfortable as possible, and guaranteeing that the treatment you receive is second to none.
Wellsoon is a service from Practice Plus Group that provides a range of treatments for patients paying for themselves or paying by private medical insurance. With no hidden costs, you’ll pay less than you might think and be back to your best sooner than you thought.
£95 consultation within 1 to 2 weeks* – includes x-ray, bloods and swabs
Hip replacement patient video testimonial from Val Stones from The Great British Bake Off.
Madalina's patient testimonial
Knee replacement patient video testimonial from Jennie Peace.
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Hear from a past patient
“I feel lucky to have been treated by the team in Birmingham…I’ve already told anyone who listens about how wonderful the team are and would thoroughly recommend them.”
Anthony Macintosh, hip surgery patient at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham
The directions and map below will help you find us.
By car
We are located three miles from Birmingham city centre, close to junction 3 of the M5 motorway. If you’re coming from that direction, follow the Ridgeacre Road. After a few minutes, this will become Court Oak Road. Take the second exit at the roundabout onto Lordswood Road. Take the first exit at the roundabout and then turn right onto Harborne Park Road. Follow this road for around 300 metres before turning left onto St Marys Road. Take the third exit at the roundabout onto Barlows Road and then the second exit at the next roundabout onto Somerset Road. Practice Plus Group Hospital is approximately 300 metres along Somerset Road on the right-hand side.
Those travelling by car on the M6 will need to take the Aston Expressway at junction 6. Follow the Aston Expressway (A38) through the centre of Birmingham. Use the second from the right lane to head onto Bristol Street and continue on Wellington Road. Turn left at the T-junction for Edgbaston Park Road and then right onto Somerset Road. We’re on the left-hand side after about 300 metres.
By train
Head for Birmingham New Street Station which is a 10 minute taxi ride away.
By bus
From New Street Station, take the X21 or X22 Platinum bus to Vale Village. From there, the hospital is half a mile along Somerset Road.
The short answer to this question is: many. As England’s second city, Birmingham is host to a range of healthcare services, all capable of delivering quality care. Read more about private hospitals in Birmingham.
What are the main NHS hospitals in Birmingham?
The main NHS hospitals in Birmingham are:
– Birmingham City Hospital – Queen Elizabeth Hospital – Birmingham Heartlands Hospital.
From September 2024, Practice Plus Group will be opening a new hospital in the Edgbaston area called Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham.
What are the main private hospitals in Birmingham?
Birmingham is big. Not London-big, but still big enough to house around 1.2 million people. So, it makes sense for the UK’s second city to feature a range of private hospitals:
– BMI The Priory Hospital – Spire Parkway Hospital – Edgbaston Hospital (Now Practice Plus Group, Birmingham) – Birmingham Private Hospital – Spire Little Aston Hospital – Westbourne Centre.
What is the Birmingham hospital address?
Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham is located at 22 Somerset Road, Birmingham, B15 2QD.
What is the waiting time at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham?
Initially, the waiting time at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham will be a matter of days. As we get busier, these will naturally grow. However, even when we’re at capacity, our private patients will usually face waiting times between 4-6 weeks after their initial consultation with a surgeon in Birmingham.
What does Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham specialise in?
Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham specialises in Orthopaedic surgery, Ophthalmology, Diagnostics and Endoscopy services, but other specialities are available.
Is there parking at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham?
Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham has ample free parking for patients and visitors, with designated disabled parking available close to the entrance.
How many hospital beds are there at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham?
Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham has 29 individual bedrooms. All bedrooms have ensuite facilities.
Is there free Wi-Fi at the hospital?
Yes, we have free Wi-fi access for patients and visitors.
How can I pay for my treatment?
There are two ways to pay for your treatment at Practice Plus Group Hospital, Birmingham:
– Self-pay private healthcare – this can be done in a one-off lump sum payment or via a finance plan – Private health insurance – if you already have an existing policy.
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