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How to get referred
Step 1 – Speak to your GP If you and your GP have decided that you need surgery, always remember that you have the right to choose where to receive your treatment. Whether you are an NHS patient or a private self-pay patient, Practice Plus Group hospitals can accept referrals from any eligible patient* in...
Private and NHS hip replacement waiting times explained
Many people come to us asking the question: how long is the waiting list for a hip replacement? Hip replacements are a common surgical procedure, particularly for older adults who may experience joint degeneration over time. Due to the high demand for hip replacements, waiting times for hip replacements on the NHS can be lengthy and...
Common myths about knee pain
Are you too young to have arthritis and knee pain? Are you too old to have a joint replacement? Is running good for your knees? If stiff and painful knees are making stairs difficult, or pain keeps you awake at night, you may need a knee replacement. Leaving treatment too long can lead to a slower...
What happens if you fall after a hip replacement?
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes If you’ve just had your hip replaced, you’re probably busy filling your time with the business of recovering. Caution and gentle exercise are probably the aim of the game. But what happens if you fall after a hip replacement? This article explores the dangers, complications, and what to do should...
Benefits and risks of hip replacement
If you or someone close to you is facing the prospect of hip replacement surgery, it’s only natural to have questions, worries and doubts. Join us as we weigh up the benefits and risks of hip replacement surgery in one clear and helpful article.
Choose your hospital
Choose a hospital that’s right for you If you or a loved one needs to see an NHS specialist, you can choose to access any hospital or treatment centre in England. We know that making an informed decision, and the right choice for your individual needs, is important to you and your recovery, so we...
Finance options
Surgery finance options and accessible payment plans Finance is available over 12 months 0% or longer-term options available from 24-60 months 14.9% APR. Through our partner Chrysalis Finance, we offer approved patients a range of funding options to pay for one-off private treatments. This means you can spread the cost of your treatment using our...
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What are hip replacements made of?
If you enjoy an active lifestyle, keeping your hip joints healthy is extremely important. The hips support the weight of the body and are also responsible for movement of the upper legs. Given their importance to mobility, in the event of damage, some patients seek to solve the problem through surgery. This article aims to...
Omar Rafiq
Biography Mr Omar Rafiq is a Consultant Ophthalmologist based at Practice Plus Group Rochdale. He is also a Visiting consultant ophthalmologist (glaucoma and anterior segment) at Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi. Previously he was a Substantive Consultant working Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust and also at Al Zahra Hospital, UAE. He has special interests...