Ashford News & Articles


Revolutionising Joint Care: Introducing Arthrosamid® Injections

  Welcome to the future of joint care at One Ashford Hospital! We’re excited to announce our latest service that can transform the lives of individuals suffering from joint pain – Arthrosamid® Injections. This cutting-edge treatment is set to redefine how we approach joint health, providing a non-invasive solution for those seeking relief from arthritis…


Introducing Our State-of-the-Art Self-Refer MRI Service

  In our continuous pursuit of providing cutting-edge healthcare solutions, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new Self-Refer MRI Service at One Ashford Hospital. This addition to our diagnostic offerings marks a significant milestone in our commitment to delivering superior patient care.   Traditionally, patients seeking an MRI scan required a referral…


Understanding Parathyroid Disease with Mr Ali Al-lami

Mr Ali Al-lami, Consultant ENT/ Head and neck surgeon at One Ashford Hospital gives an insight into the parathyroid glands, their function and their common disorders.   What are parathyroid glands? The parathyroid glands are the smallest endocrine (hormone producing) glands in the body. They are located in the neck next to another endocrine gland…


Phoenix Hospital Group announces agreement to acquire One Healthcare

      Phoenix Hospital Group, one of the UK’s leading independent healthcare providers, today announces that an agreement has been reached for it to acquire One Healthcare, the operator of both One Ashford Hospital and One Hatfield Hospital.   The acquisition, which remains subject to a small number of formalities, follows a period of…


Personalised Hormone Health and Menopause Care at One Ashford Hospital

  Lexie Minter is a specialist on a mission: to give women their hormones back.    One Ashford’s newest clinic focuses on providing personalised care for patients who are in the perimenopause, menopause or post-menopause stage of life.   “The average age of menopause onset is 51 and the age range of patients generally varies…


Mr Basu: Hernia Problems – Free Mini Consultations

October 2022 Did you know? A hernia occurs when an internal part of the body pushes through a weakness in the muscle or tissue wall Inguinal hernias are the most common Approximately 80% of cases are found in men Surgery is the only way to repair a hernia What are the symptoms? A bulge in the abdomen…


Hip Arthritis with Mr Tofunmi Oni, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Mr Tofunmi Oni, Consultant Orthopaedic Hip and Knee Surgeon at One Ashford Hospital discusses hip arthritis and available treatment options. What is the hip joint? The hip joint is a ball-and-socket joint that allows movement and provides stability that is needed for the body to weight bear through.   The socket area, also known as…


What is a Nasendoscopy?

A nasendoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that involves the examination of the nasal tube, throat, and larynx (voice box). It collects comprehensive photos or films of the structures using an endoscope, a specialised telescopic instrument that is guided through the nasal channel until the bottom of the throat.   An endoscope is made up of…


Frozen Shoulder with Mr Nik Bakti, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Mr Nik Bakti, Consultant Orthopaedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgeon at One Ashford Hospital discusses frozen shoulder, typical symptoms and recommended treatment options.   What is frozen shoulder? Frozen shoulder is a condition that causes the shoulder to be extremely painful and stiff. It is also sometimes referred to as adhesive capsulitis. The condition itself can…