Antenatal care specialists accepting Cigna
- Antenatal careMenstrual disordersEndometriosisFibroidsOvarian cystHysteroscopy
- Antenatal careStress incontinenceUrogynaecologyUrinary tract infectionVaginal prolapseOveractive bladder
- Antenatal careCaesareanMiscarriageMultiple pregnancyUltrasoundChildbirth
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Bishops Wood Hospital, part of the Circle Health Group, is a leading provider of private health care for those living in Northwood, Middlesex, and further afield. Located on the grounds of Mount Vernon Hospital, Bishops Wood patients can enjoy the exceptional facilities which are equipped with the latest technology. Medical teams comprised of some of the country's leading consultants ensure that the patient receives treatment and care that is second to none. A wide range of treatments and procedures are offered, such as: Breast surgery Cancer care Cardiology Clinical oncology Dermatology Ear, nose & throat (ENT) surgery Endocrinology Foot & ankle surgery General medical admissions General medicine General surgery Gynaecology Haematology Hand & wrist surgery Hip surgery Imaging & radiology Knee surgery Medical oncology Neurology Oncology Ophthalmology (eye care) Oral & maxillofacial surgery Orthopaedic & trauma surgery Oncoplastic surgery Pain management Palliative care Physiotherapy Rapid access breast clinic Respiratory medicine Rheumatology Shoulder & elbow surgery Spinal surgery Sports injuries Urology Vascular surgery
- Antenatal carePolyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS)FibroidsPolypsHeavy periodsHysterectomy
- Antenatal careCaesareanUrogynaecologyUrinary incontinenceVaginal prolapseBladder problems
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Mount Alvernia Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, has been treating patients in the Guildford area for almost 90 years, providing outpatient, day-case and inpatient services across a range of specialities including orthopaedics, general surgery, urology, women’s health, gastroenterology, gynaecology and dermatology. The hospital has 60 beds over five wards, three theatres, 15 consulting rooms and an ambulatory care unit which includes two Theatres for minor surgery. The hospital’s extensive imaging department houses CT, MRI, X-ray, digital mammography, ultrasound and bone densitometry, alongside a nuclear medicine department. It is one of the only private hospitals in the area to provide PET CT scanning. Alongside surgery, patients can also attend the hospital for private cancer care, physiotherapy and pathology (the hospital has a laboratory for blood tests and analysis). The on-site pharmacy also enables convenient collection of prescribed medication. Mount Alvernia’s private GPs are also based in the hospital; they offer 30-minute appointments and can easily refer onward to expert specialists, as well as for tests, scans and physiotherapy should patients require them.
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Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and Urogynaecology SubspecialistDr Alex Digesu Appointment subject to confirmation
Antenatal carePregnancyUrinary incontinenceChildbirthVaginal prolapseOveractive bladder -
Consultant in Obstetrics and Maternal and Fetal MedicineDr Panicos Shangaris Appointment subject to confirmation
Antenatal careFetal medicinePregnancy counsellingPrenatal diagnosisPreconception careMedicolegal -


Opened in 2024, the Women's Health Centre is an Outstanding-rated, state-of-the-art outpatient and diagnostic facility on Harley Street dedicated exclusively to women's health. Across 6 floors and 16 consulting rooms, it offers same-day and next-day appointments with specialists, a 3T MRI, 3D contrast-enhanced mammography and DEXA bone density scanning — with most diagnostic results available within 48 hours.What medical services does it specialise in?The Women's Health Centre provides specialist private care focused entirely on women's health, bringing together expert consultants in obstetrics and gynaecology (including endometriosis, menopause care and the full range of gynaecological conditions), fertility and reproductive medicine and medical oncology (gynaecological oncology and cancer care). Breast health, breast surgery and GP-led women's health services are also provided by dedicated specialists on site.What tests and treatments does it offer?Some of the medical tests and care services offered at Women's Health Centre include:3D contrast-enhanced mammography 3T MRI scanning DEXA bone density scanning Dedicated ultrasound examination Blood test (phlebotomy) Endometriosis assessment and management Menopause care Well-woman health screening What quality and safety standards does Women's Health Centre meet?The Women's Health Centre holds an Outstanding CQC rating. Operated by The Harley Street Clinic, it provides specialist-led care with diagnostic results available in 48 hours or fewer. All consultants work within a multidisciplinary model focused on comprehensive women's health from assessment through to treatment.Where is Women's Health Centre located?27–29 Harley Street, W1G, Central London. Near Oxford Circus (7 min) and Marylebone (10 min). Buses 18, 27, 30 and 453 stop nearby. Metered on-street parking.What other HCA Healthcare UK centres are there in Central London?The Women's Health Centre is operated by The Harley Street Clinic and shares clinical infrastructure with the Devonshire Diagnostic Centre on Devonshire Street, Marylebone, which provides an extended suite of specialist imaging and diagnostic services for referral and same-day appointments.
Antenatal careBreast reductionBreast reconstructionUrologyObstetrics & Gynaecology - Antenatal careCaesareanHigh-risk pregnancyNatural childbirthHysterectomyMinimal access surgery (keyhole surgery)
- Antenatal careChildbirthCaesareanOvarian cystFibroidsEndometriosis
- Antenatal careMinimal access surgery (keyhole surgery)FibroidsEndometriosisOvarian cystPelvic pain
- Menstrual disordersEndometriosisFibroidsOvarian cyst
- Stress incontinenceUrogynaecologyUrinary tract infectionVaginal prolapse
- CaesareanMiscarriageMultiple pregnancyUltrasound
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Antenatal careHysteroscopyKeratoconusOphthalmologyUrologyObstetrics & Gynaecology - Polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS)FibroidsPolypsHeavy periods
- CaesareanUrogynaecologyUrinary incontinenceVaginal prolapse
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Antenatal careFibroidsKneeDermatologyOphthalmologyUrology -
Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and Urogynaecology SubspecialistDr Alex Digesu Appointment subject to confirmation
PregnancyUrinary incontinenceChildbirthVaginal prolapse -
Consultant in Obstetrics and Maternal and Fetal MedicineDr Panicos Shangaris Appointment subject to confirmation
Fetal medicinePregnancy counsellingPrenatal diagnosisPreconception care -

Antenatal careBreast reductionBreast reconstructionUrologyObstetrics & Gynaecology - CaesareanHigh-risk pregnancyNatural childbirthHysterectomy
- ChildbirthCaesareanOvarian cystFibroids
- Minimal access surgery (keyhole surgery)FibroidsEndometriosisOvarian cyst

