Weighing up NHS vs private healthcare can seem complicated, we’ll try to answer some of your questions in this blog:

Knee replacements were first performed in the UK in the 1970s. Since then, they have evolved and improved, to the point where we can now offer day-surgery knee replacement options. There are approximately 160,000 total hip and knee replacements performed each year in England and Wales1. Longer life expectancy, as well as changes in lifestyle,…

Bunion pain can have a negative effect on your day-to-day life, making it hard to walk and go about your daily activities. Explore some of our advice on treating bunion pain to ease the discomfort and get back to normal. What is a bunion? A bunion (hallux valgus) is a bony lump that forms on the inside…

Are you experiencing unexplained symptoms and wondering if an endoscopy could uncover the problem? Discover some of the reasons to have an endoscopy to see if it’s the right option for you. What does an endoscopy show? An endoscopy is when a slim, flexible tube with a camera and a light is inserted into your body through…

In the UK, endoscopies are the most performed gastrointestinal procedure, with around two million procedures performed each year. Explore our guide to the different types of endoscopy to understand more about the procedure. What is an endoscopy? An endoscope is a long, thin, flexible tube that has a light and camera at the end for doctors to…

Coming to hospital for surgery means a lot to think about, including being prepared. That’s why we’ve shared our tips for preparing for surgery to help you feel ready and relaxed.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) affects around six million people in the UK. It has a range of symptoms, including stomach pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea and vomiting. The name IBS is given to these set of symptoms which occur together but are actually unexplained, with no obvious biological reason, such as a change in the structure of…