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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.

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 Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare, is a revered centre for excellence in private medical treatment located in central London. The highly experienced team offer specialist care for women, children and their families, with dedicated services for children and babies, women’s health and maternity care. With a wide range of highly recommended pregnancy services, including state-of-the-art scanning and expert physiotherapy, The Portland Hospital provides women with a wealth of maternity care options with safety at the heart of all treatment. In addition, the revered hospital offers comprehensive women’s health services, from menopause management to gynaecological surgery, led by highly experienced consultants including leading specialists in endometriosis and polycystic ovary syndrome. The Portland Hospital’s team of distinguished paediatric specialists also provides dedicated care for babies and children and the clinic is equipped with entertainment facilities for young patients to ensure their visit is a calm and pleasant as possible.