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The Cardiovascular PIT-STOP® clinic offers a comprehensive approach to assessing and reducing cardiovascular risk, beginning with primary intensive treatment for individuals who want to understand their likelihood of developing heart disease and take proactive steps to reduce it. It also provides the secondary treatment optimisation programme for people who have already experienced a heart attack, undergone stent implantation, or had bypass surgery, and who wish to minimise the chance of further events or progression of their condition. The PIT-STOP® Programme brings these two strands together to support long-term heart health through prevention and optimised care. By focusing on both those at high risk and those already living with cardiovascular disease, the programme aims to lower risk, prevent disease progression, and improve outcomes through personalised lifestyle guidance and carefully adjusted medical therapy. Healthy living remains the foundation of heart protection. A balanced diet low in saturated fat, salt, and processed foods, together with regular physical activity such as walking, swimming, or cycling, helps strengthen the heart and improve circulation. Maintaining a healthy weight can significantly reduce blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and the risk of diabetes, while avoiding smoking and keeping alcohol intake moderate can greatly enhance long-term cardiovascular health and overall wellbeing. In addition to lifestyle changes, several medications are proven to reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Cholesterol-lowering treatments such as statins remain the cornerstone of therapy, with additional options including ezetimibe, PCSK9 inhibitors, and inclisiran for those who need further cholesterol reduction. Blood pressure–lowering and heart-protective medications, such as ACE inhibitors and related agents, help safeguard the cardiovascular system. Newer therapies used for diabetes and weight management, including GLP-1 receptor agonists like tirzepatide (Mounjaro) and semaglutide (Wegovy), as well as SGLT-2 inhibitors, can improve both metabolic health and cardiovascular outcomes. Emerging treatments, such as low-dose colchicine for selected patient groups, are also being explored for their potential protective benefits. The Cardiovascular PIT-STOP® clinic is designed to identify the people most likely to benefit from this integrated approach, including those with early-onset heart disease, recurrent cardiac events, peripheral vascular disease, previous bypass surgery, or diabetes. The service combines thorough cardiovascular risk assessment, including clinical evaluation and state-of-the-art imaging where appropriate, with personalised optimisation of medication, tailored support for diet, weight management, and physical activity, and access to the latest evidence-based therapies. Its purpose is simple: to help every patient live well, stay healthy, and reduce their chances of future heart problems through a carefully coordinated blend of lifestyle support and advanced medical care.

Meriden Hospital, part of Circle Healthcare Group, is an established private hospital located in Coventry, Warwickshire. With over 17 years of experience in independent healthcare, the hospital has gained a reputation for delivering a high level of service across a wide range of services and treatments. The team of top specialists and committed hospital staff at the hospital offer exceptional levels of clinical knowledge and patient care. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, such as orthopaedic surgery (including robotic-assisted hip and knee replacement surgery), spinal surgery, general surgery, gynaecology services, gastroenterology services, ophthalmology services and plastic surgery. Additionally, the hospital provides a private GP service. Equipped with 52 rooms, 16 consulting suites (including dedicated ENT and Ophthalmology rooms), the hospital ensures a comfortable and efficient environment for patients. Their imaging department offers fast access to diagnosis and treatment, with advanced technology such as an MRI, ultra-sound, x-ray and CT scanner. The hospital also houses three laminar-flow theatres, JAG-accredited endoscopy suite, a devoted pharmacy team, and a physiotherapy department (including a rehabilitation gym), completing their comprehensive healthcare offering. Patient care is always the hospital's top priority. The dedicated nursing staff provides professional care within a friendly and comfortable environment, aiming to make the hospital experience more pleasant and less stressful for patients and their families.

Kings Oak Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is a highly regarded private hospital based in Enfield, North London, easily accessible from the A10 and the M25. We work with London’s top consultants who are specialists in supporting our patients with their orthopaedic, gynaecology, oncology and general surgery needs to name a few, and we also offer children and young peoples services on-site. The hospital takes great pride in the services we provide to our patients and the facilities in which we do so. Kings Oak Hospital is known for Our Macmillan-accredited Cedar Ward which provides specialised care and support to our oncology patients and our Acorn ward which provides a child-friendly space for our younger patients and their families. Our Multi-disciplinary team of skilled staff provide care to all our patients in a comfortable and safe environment. Some of the main private treatments include: Hip surgery Knee surgery Gynaecology Urology Oncology services Paediatric services