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The Battle of the Injured Athlete: Understanding and Managing Sports Injuries

    Sports injuries are an unfortunate reality that athletes of all levels may face at some point in their athletic careers. Whether you’re an enthusiastic weekend warrior or a professional athlete, the risk of injury is an inherent part of participating in sports. This blog explores the common causes of sports injuries and delves…


The Importance of Regular Mole Checks for Adults

  Taking care of our skin is essential for overall well-being, and one aspect that often goes unnoticed is regular mole checks. Moles, also known as nevi, are common growths on the skin that can be harmless, but they also have the potential to develop into skin cancer. In this blog post, we will discuss…


Varicose Vein FAQ’s with Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Mr Michael Guest

    Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Mr Michael Guest answers some of the most frequently asked questions regarding varicose veins.   What are Varicose Veins? Varicose veins are a common condition affecting around 30 percent of people in the UK alone. They are defined by big, twisted and often blue or purple prominent veins close to…


Prostate Cancer – The Basics

  Professor Nikhil Vasdev, Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon  What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate Cancer develops when cells in the prostate start growing in an uncontrolled manner. Some prostate cancers grow very slowly to cause issues over a long period of time, but some may grow very quickly and spread.   How common is prostate…


In Discussion with Mr C P Lim: Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain

      Mr C P Lim, Consultant Gynaecological Surgeon and Endometriosis Specialist    Mr C P Lim gives us a broad insight into Endometriosis, pelvic pain, associated signs and symptoms and more.   What is Endometriosis?   When women have periods, they bleed from the lining of the womb.  For reasons often unexplained, tissue similar…


All you Need to Know About Heavy Periods

Mr CP Lim (Consultant Advanced Gynaecological Endoscopic Surgeon) Heavy menstrual bleeding is one of the most common reasons we see patients as a gynaecologist. About 1 in 20 women between the ages of 30 to 49 consult their GP each year reporting issues with their menstrual cycle. This data most likely represents only the tip…


Male Breast Surgery – Common questions answered by Mr Marcus Davis

Mr Marcus Davis (Cosmetic Surgeon) discusses Gynaecomastia (male breasts)   What is Gynaecomastia?   Gynaecomastia (sometimes referred to as man boobs or moobs) is the medical term for the development of female breast(s) on a male. The tissue is comprised mainly of breast tissue, fat or a combination of the two, and can sometimes only affect…


Healthcare – Why choose to go private

  With a beloved National Healthcare System (NHS) in the UK that has looked after so many of us since birth, Some may ask why choose to go private?    With only around 11% of the population covered by private health insurance many have never visited an independent hospital to experience the benefits.     …