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The London Spine Unit on Harley Street is home to one of the world’s leading specialist spine units. The Clinic Director Mr Mo Akmal holds a specialist interest in minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal trauma, degenerative spinal diseases, spinal injections, kyphoplasty, disc replacement, spine reconstruction and spine tumours. The clinic uses the best in medical laser technology where a focal concentration of laser energy is used to target and vaporise protruding or bulging disc material. This is without any danger of damaging the surrounding vital structure, such as nerves or blood vessels. The minimally invasive, painless procedures mean that the patient can often go home on the same day. The practice has world-class equipped diagnostic and treatment facilities and access to the latest innovative solutions for restoring and maintaining good health. Mr Akmal is a second opinion specialist for various insurance companies, such as Vitality Health and Medix.

RNOH Private Care at Stanmore is the hospital’s primary site, located on the border of North London and Middlesex. Offering both comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, the Stanmore site is renowned for delivering expert care with the highest standards of clinical excellence and patient comfort.The hospital provides a full range of diagnostic services on site, including MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, DXA, and x-ray imaging—ensuring patients benefit from fast, accurate assessments all under one roof.Set within tranquil countryside surroundings, the Stanmore campus offers a peaceful and restorative environment for recovery. Conveniently located just 25 miles from Heathrow Airport and easily accessible via the M25 and M1, it is ideally placed for both UK and international patients seeking outstanding orthopaedic and musculoskeletal care.

The Clementine Churchill Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is a leading private medical facility in Harrow, North West London. The hospital is highly recommended for its hip, knee and colorectal surgical services and is led by a distinguished team of top specialists. The esteemed hospital also offers second to none ophthalmological care and has dedicated specialists in Women’s and Mens health. With state-of-the-art facilities, including five theatres and a fully equipped endoscopy suite along with the latest imaging technology, The Clementine Churchill Hospital has the only Children and Young Peoples ward in Greater London. Our experts offer all treatments including surgery for those aged 0-18. Conveniently located just a short walk from the Sudbury Hill underground station and less than ten miles from Heathrow Airport, the friendly team of staff at The Clementine Churchill Hospital are ready to give patients a warm welcome.