Chronic pain - Neurosurgeons - AVIVA

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.

Shirley Oaks Hospital, part of Circle Health Group is a leading purpose-built private hospital located in Croydon, Surrey. We provide inpatient, day-case and outpatient services for both private and NHS patients living in and around South London, Surrey and Kent. Our team of specialist consultants and highly trained medical and administrative staff are committed to providing outstanding quality service and professional care. Our hospital has 18 beds, 3 theatres, a JAG-accredited endoscopy suite and an Ambulatory care unit. All our bedrooms offer privacy and comfort with full en-suite facilities with bath or shower, Freeview TV, telephone, and free WiFi. We currently provide treatment in a wide variety of specialities: Orthopaedic surgery General surgery Gynaecology Ophthalmology Gastroenterology Urology Anaesthesiology Ear, nose and throat Plastic Surgery Neurosurgery Our hospital has recently benefited from considerable investment, and we now have an on-site physiotherapy suite with a gymnasium and a brand-new state-of-the-art Imagine Suite. The hospital is a short drive from East Croydon Train Station and is situated just off the A232 making it easily accessible by car or public transport and there is ample free parking available on site. Booking an appointment is quick and easy, and you can usually be seen within 48 hours of initial enquiry. Our friendly and professional team look forward to welcoming you to the hospital.

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.