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Situated in the heart of London, The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN) — commonly known as Queen Square — has been a centre of excellence in neurological care for close to 160 years.Acknowledged as one of the world´s leading specialist hospitals, NHNN offers pioneering diagnosis, treatment, and care for conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nervous system, and muscles.The hospital boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including six operating theatres, an interventional MRI suite, a Gamma Knife for precise radiosurgery, and a dedicated neuroscience critical care unit. The Bloomsbury Private Ward delivers exceptional care in a modern, comfortable environment for private patients.NHNN maintains a close partnership with University College London (UCL), whose neuroscience research ranks first in Europe and second globally. The hospital is home to The Wolfson Experimental Neurology Clinical Research Centre, which drives progress in the understanding and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Through this collaboration with UCL’s Institute of Neurology, NHNN plays a pivotal role in translating groundbreaking research into clinical practice.Patients benefit from the expertise of highly specialised, multidisciplinary teams comprising neurologists, neurosurgeons, specialist nurses, therapists, and diagnostic professionals, all trained to deliver world-class neurological care.Private services are also offered at 23 Queen Square, where patients with neurological problems can access dedicated consulting rooms for outpatient appointments. Virtual consultations are available for added convenience.

The Devonshire Diagnostic Centre offers fast, personalised diagnostic care in Marylebone, open six days a week. Same-day appointments and results within 48 hours are standard. World-renowned consultants and trained radiographers carry out multiple tests in one visit, with minimally invasive treatments available on the same day when clinically appropriate.What medical services does it specialise in? The Devonshire Diagnostic Centre at The Harley Street Clinic brings together specialists across a focused range of disciplines, each supported by advanced diagnostic technology. Breast care is also available, with specialist assessment provided to patients as required. Cardiology (cardiac care and investigations) Otolaryngology — ear, nose and throat (ENT) Endocrinology and diabetes care Medical oncology (cancer treatment) Orthopaedic surgery Urology Vascular surgery What tests and treatments does it offer? Some of the medical tests and care services offered at Devonshire Diagnostic Centre include: digital X-ray, MRI, CT scanning, cancer screening, cystoscopy and diagnostic ultrasound. What quality and safety standards does Devonshire Diagnostic Centre (HCA) meet? The Devonshire Diagnostic Centre holds a CQC Good rating. Its clinical radiologists are qualified doctors intensively trained to perform and interpret medical imaging. The centre supports seamless onward referral within the HCA UK network for complex or specialist care beyond diagnostics. Where is Devonshire Diagnostic Centre (HCA) located? 13–19 Devonshire Street, Marylebone, W1G. Near Great Portland Street and Warren Street stations (10 min walk). On-road metered parking nearby. What other HCA Healthcare UK centres are there in Central London? The Harley Street Clinic — Located at 35 Weymouth Street, Marylebone. The Princess Grace Hospital — Full-service private hospital on Nottingham Place, Marylebone. The Princess Grace Hospital Outpatients — Outpatient and diagnostic centre at 30 Devonshire Street. Women's Health Centre (HCA) — Specialist women's health services on Harley Street. Leaders in Oncology Care (LOC) — Specialist cancer care centre on Harley Street.

The Queen Square (Gamma Knife) Radiosurgery Centre is one of two (alongside the Thornbury Radiosurgery Centre in Sheffield) highly specialised and exceptionally regarded National Centres of Excellence in the UK when it comes to offering patients Gamma Knife surgery. The clinic was established in 2012 and officially joined the Amethyst Group in 2020. Led by revered consultant neurosurgeon, Mr Neil Kitchen, the Queen Square Gamma Knife Radiosurgery Centre offers private and international patients treatment services for conditions such as secondary metastatic brain tumours, trigeminal neuralgia, cavernoma, arteriovenous malformation, pituitary tumours, and various skull-based tumours including meningioma, acoustic neuroma / vestibular schwanomma. Notably, the Queen Square Gamma Knife Radiosurgery Centre also offers a paediatric radiosurgery service, in collaboration with the Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. The clinic prides itself on providing patients with life-saving and life-extending treatment options under the expert care of leading neurosurgeons.