Professor Francesco Del Galdo
Consultant rheumatologist & scleroderma and connective tissue disease specialist Appointment confirmed instantly
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Circle Reading Hospital is a private multispecialty clinic that specialises in orthopaedic surgery, gynaecological treatments, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, general surgery, urology, vascular surgery, pain management and dermatology plus physiotherapy treatment. Established in 2012, the hospital comprises of a team of highly skilled, trained, and expert orthopaedic surgeons, consultant ophthalmologists, gastroenterologists, and physiotherapists, but to mention a few. The main treatments on offer at the hospital include hip and knee replacement surgery, spinal surgery, hernia repair, cataract surgery, and hand and wrist surgery, amongst many others. The Circle Reading Hospital prides itself on being able to provide each and every one of its patients with an experience that is made as easy, comfortable, and relaxing as possible, creating an environment that feels more like a luxury hotel rather than a daunting hospital setting.


The Priory Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is the largest private hospital in Birmingham, West Midlands and focuses on providing patients with the utmost care and consultant-led treatment tailored around them. The Priory Hospital's Outpatient department provides the perfect space to meet specialist consultants and discuss any concerns that patients may have. They have a comprehensive imaging department for fast access to diagnosis and treatment. The Priory Hospital has an interventional suite for cardiac and radiology procedures; a dedicated cancer centre supporting patients at every step of their journey; a specialist fertility centre that offers a full range of conception therapies to help patients achieve their dream of becoming parents; a critical care unit, giving patients and consultants the peace of mind that a higher level of support is available. They perform a wide variety of procedures in the fields of orthopaedic surgery, general surgery, gynaecology and urology, but do also offer more complex procedures such as cardiac, thoracic and cancer surgery.


Set on the King's Road in the heart of Chelsea, the Chelsea Outpatients Diagnostic Centre is a multidisciplinary HCA Healthcare facility delivering specialist outpatient care across a wide range of medical disciplines. Experienced consultants cover cardiology, rheumatology, women's health and orthopaedic rehabilitation, with same-day diagnostics and minor procedures available on site. What medical services does it specialise in? Cardiology Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Dermatology Orthopaedics Sports medicine Respiratory medicine Rheumatology Neurology Urology What tests and treatments does it offer? Some of the medical tests and care services offered at Chelsea Outpatients Diagnostic Centre include: Cardiac MRI Abdominal MRI Ultrasound DEXA scan Prostate Men's health check Blood test Urinary tract infection management What quality and safety standards does Chelsea Outpatients Diagnostic Centre meet? Chelsea Outpatients Diagnostic Centre operates within HCA Healthcare UK's clinical governance framework. All care is delivered by specialist-led multidisciplinary teams committed to evidence-based practice, patient safety and continuity of care throughout every stage of diagnosis and treatment. Where is Chelsea Outpatients Diagnostic Centre located? 280 King's Road, SW3. Nearest tube: Sloane Square (District/Circle) or South Kensington. Several bus routes serve King's Road directly. What other HCA Healthcare centres are there in Central London? Other HCA Healthcare UK centres nearby include The Lister Hospital on Chelsea Bridge Road and Sydney Street Outpatients and Diagnostics Centre.
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