Treatments

Abdominal adhesion surgery

Abdominal adhesions are fibrous bands of scar tissue that cause internal organs and tissues to stick together. The surgical procedure to correct this, known as abdominal adhesion surgery or adhesiolysis, involves carefully cutting these bands to release the affected organs.

Abdominoperineal resection

Abdominoperineal resection (also known as APR) is a procedure to remove your rectum, anal canal and lower bowel. A permanent colostomy (stoma) is created to allow for the passage of stool.

Achilles repair or reconstruction

The fibrous tissue that connects your heel to the muscles in your leg is called the achilles tendon. Through overuse or accident your achilles can tear or rupture and may require repair or reconstruction.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a treatment in which a trained healthcare professional inserts very fine, sterile needles into specific points on your body. This stimulates nerves and other tissues, which can help reduce pain and ease specific symptoms.

Adenoidectomy

An adenoidectomy is a common surgical procedure to remove the adenoid gland, a patch of tissue located high in the throat, just behind the nose. The operation is most frequently performed on children when the adenoids become enlarged and cause persistent problems.

Adnexal surgery

Adnexal surgery is performed on the organs near your uterus such as your ovaries and fallopian tubes. This common gynaecological procedure is used to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, such as ovarian cysts, tumours, ectopic pregnancies, or infections.

Adult audiology hearing aid provision

If your GP has diagnosed a hearing problem you will be referred for a hearing test and hearing aid fitting if needed. Our Audiological experts can quickly assess your needs and fit you with an the right hearing aid for you.

Amputations

An amputation is the removal of a body part. Removal could be the result of an accident (traumatic injury) or a planned amputation due to disease or a tumour.

Angioplasty

Angioplasty, also known as Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), is a minimally invasive medical procedure used to open up narrowed or blocked arteries, most commonly to treat coronary artery disease and improve blood flow to the heart.

Ankle arthroscopy

Ankle arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure, often called "keyhole surgery," that allows an orthopaedic surgeon to diagnose and treat problems inside the ankle joint.

Ankle fusion

Ankle fusion, also known as ankle arthrodesis, is a surgical procedure performed to relieve chronic pain and instability caused by severe end-stage ankle arthritis or trauma. Damaged or diseased cartilage is removed from the joint and then the main ankle bones - the tibia (shin bone) and the talus - are permanently joined together with screws and plates.

Ankle ligament repair

Ankle ligament repair is a surgical procedure designed to treat chronic ankle instability, a condition where the ankle frequently feels wobbly and "gives way." This instability typically occurs after repeated or severe ankle sprains have stretched or torn the ligaments on the outside of the ankle, leaving them too loose to effectively support the joint.

Ankle replacement

Ankle replacement, also known as total ankle arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure used to treat ankle arthritis, relieving pain and restoring function. During the operation, an orthopaedic surgeon removes the damaged bone and worn-out cartilage from the ankle joint and replaces them with a prosthesis made of metal and a durable plastic spacer.

Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion

An anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) is a common and highly successful surgical procedure performed to treat nerve compression in the neck (cervical spine) that is causing persistent pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling.

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a ligament located in the middle of your knee that connects the front of your shin bone to the back of your thigh bone and helps to stabilise the knee. Tears (or ruptures) to this ligament can occur when making sharp twists and turns, causing the knee to ‘give way’ or collapse. This is commonly as a result of an injury whilst skiing, or a sporting injury. An ACL reconstruction replaces the ligament with a piece of suitable tissue from elsewhere in your body (an autograft) or from a donor (allograft).

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repair

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a ligament in the middle of your knee that connects the front of shin bone thigh bones to the back of your thigh bone and helps to stabilise the knee. Tears (or ruptures) to this ligament can occur when making sharp twists and turns, causing the knee to ‘give way’ or collapse. An ACL repair stitches the damaged ligament back together.

Anterior resection

Anterior resection is a surgical procedure to remove the diseased portion of your bowel and rectum (back passage). The remaining healthy end of the colon is reconnected to the remaining part of the rectum, creating a join known as an anastomosis.

Anterior segment reconstruction

The front part of your eye including your iris (coloured part of your eye), cornea and lens are called the anterior segment. Anterior segment reconstruction is a surgical procedure to repair or rebuild the front structures of the eye, including the cornea, iris, and lens. This procedure is typically required after severe trauma, such as a penetrating injury, or due to major complications from a previous eye surgery.

Antral washout

If you have chronic (constant) sinus infections your consultant may recommend antral washout.

Aortic aneurysm repair

An aneurysm is a thickening or bulge in the wall of an artery. In some cases surgical repair of the aorta may be necessary if an aneurysm is present.

Aortic Root Repair

Aortic root repair is a complex type of open-heart surgery performed to fix the base of the aorta, which is the large artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. This procedure is most commonly required to treat an aortic aneurysm (a dangerous bulge in the artery wall) or an aortic dissection (a tear in its lining) at this critical location.

Aortic stent grafts

An aortic stent graft is a medical device composed of a fabric tube supported by a metal mesh frame, used to repair the body's main artery, the aorta. Its primary purpose is to treat an aortic aneurysm by creating a new, reinforced channel for blood to flow through.

Aortofemoral bypass

An aortofemoral bypass is a procedure to insert artificial tubes (grafts) above blocked iliac arteries and connect the ends of the graft to your femoral arteries.

Appendicectomy

An appendicectomy is the surgical removal of the appendix, performed to treat appendicitis, which is a painful inflammation and infection of the organ. This common procedure is necessary to prevent the appendix from rupturing and causing a life-threatening infection inside the abdomen.

Aquablation® therapy

Aquablation® therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a heat-free waterjet to remove excess prostate tissue, relieving urinary symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate.

Areola reduction

The dark skin area around your nipples is called the areola. If you feel this area is too large you may be a candidate for areola reduction surgery.

Arm reduction (Brachioplasty)

Arm reduction and lift (Brachioplasty) is a form of body contouring (shaping). It is normally performed on patients with large amounts of loose or sagging skin on the upper arms.

Arterial Surgery

Arterial surgery is a field of medicine focused on repairing damaged arteries—the vital vessels that carry blood from the heart—to treat blockages, bulges (aneurysms), and other serious conditions.

Arthrosamid® injections

Arthrosamid® injections cushion the knee joint to help relieve pain, ease stiffness, and improve mobility. This long-lasting, non-biodegradable hydrogel offers people with knee osteoarthritis a new and effective treatment option.

Assessment of all aspects of cardiology

A complete cardiac assessment combines a review of your medical history and lifestyle, a detailed physical exam, and a range of targeted diagnostic tests to create a comprehensive picture of your heart health.

Aural toilet (ear cleaning)

Aural toilet uses a thin metal/plastic instrument with a small hoop at one end to gently scrape out the earwax.

Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation (ACI)

ACI (autologous chondrocyte implantation) and MACI (matrix-induced chondrocyte implantation) are advanced tissue-engineered technologies used to repair large areas of damaged cartilage in a joint, commonly the knee joint, using your body's own cultured cells to regenerate the joint surface.

Balloon Sinuplasty

Balloon sinuplasty is a safe and minimally invasive procedure used by surgeons to treat chronic sinusitis. Doctors thread a guide wire equipped with a tiny balloon into the nostrils and up to the area of blockage.

Banding of haemorrhoids

Banding of haemorrhoids involves placing a very tight elastic band around the base of your haemorrhoids to cut off their blood supply. The haemorrhoids should then fall off and pass out of your body when you go to the toilet.

Bilateral inguinal hernia repair

A bilateral inguinal hernia repair is a surgical operation to fix hernias that have developed in both your left and right groin areas, which can often be corrected during a single procedure. A hernia occurs when an abdominal organ pushes through a tear in the muscle wall.

Bilateral Tenotomy

A tenotomy is a procedure to lengthen a muscle that has not developed properly or that has shortened due to injury or lack of mobility. Typically a tendon is cut allowing the muscle to stretch again and the limb to straighten.

Bile duct resection

If your bile duct is damaged or diseased, your consultant may recommend bile duct resection (removal). The type and complexity of your procedure will vary depending on what area of the bile duct is involved.

Biliary and renal drainage

Biliary and renal drainage are specialised, minimally invasive procedures designed to relieve blockages in the bile ducts or urinary tract, restoring the natural flow of bile from the liver and urine from the kidneys.

Biotherapy

Biotherapy, sometimes called biological therapy, is an advanced cancer treatment that harnesses and enhances your body's own immune system to better recognise and destroy cancerous cells.

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Reshaping)

A blepharoplasty is an operation to tighten the skin and soft tissues of your eyelids. As you get older your skin becomes less elastic. Gravity pulls down on the skin and soft tissues of your eyelids.

Body contouring

Body contouring can improve the appearance of loose or sagging skin giving you smoother contours.

Bone Graft

Surgeons can perform a bone graft to repair or rebuild damaged bone in many areas of your body.

Brachytherapy

Advanced LDR brachytherapy for the treatment of early-stage prostate cancer. This minimally invasive technique uses precision-placed radioactive seeds to deliver targeted radiation directly to the prostate, reducing side effects and supporting faster recovery.

Brain surgery

Brain surgery, also known as neurosurgery, is surgical treatment concerned with the prevention, diagnosis, and rehabilitation of disorders which affect any portion of the nervous system including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

Breast augmentation (enlargement)

Breast augmentation involves inserting implants behind the breasts to make them larger and improve their shape.

Breast lipomodelling

Breast lipomodelling is a technique which involves transferring fat from a donor site (such as the abdominal wall or thighs) to the breast.

Breast oncology

Our breast oncology service brings together a multidisciplinary team of leading specialists to create a tailored treatment plan for every patient, ensuring you receive the most effective and coordinated care.

Breast reconstruction

A breast reconstruction is an operation to recreate a breast shape after you have had a mastectomy (breast removal). There are two types of breast reduction procedures, which include breast reconstruction using an implant and breast reconstruction using a latissimus dorsi flap.

Breast reduction surgery

Breast reduction, aslo known as mammoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure to remove excess fat and skin from the breasts making them smaller, better shaped and more uplifted.

Breast uplift (mastopexy)

A breast uplift is cosmetic surgery is to remove excess skin and reshape your breasts.

Brow lift

A brow lift, sometimes referred to as a forehead lift, is an operation to smooth the area from your eyebrows to your hairline. By repositioning soft tissue and skin of the brow and forehead, a brow lift freshens the appearance of the forehead, the brow and the area around the eyes.

Bulkamid® Injections

Bulkamid® is a urethral bulking agent injected into the urethral wall to reduce urinary leakage associated with stress urinary incontinence.

Bunion surgery (bunionectomy)

A bunion is a bony bump on the joint at the base of your big toe. Bunion surgery (a bunionectomy) is an effective operation to remove the bony bump and realign the big toe joint, allowing you to return to your daily activities in comfort.

Buttock lift

Buttock lift is a form of body contouring. It is normally performed on patients with large amounts of loose or sagging skin around the buttocks.

Calcaneal osteotomy

A calcaneal osteotomy is a procedure usually performed to correct damage caused by osteoarthritis or a deformity in your heel.

Capsulectomy

A capsulectomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove the hardened scar tissue capsule that can form around a breast implant, in order to treat the pain, firmness, and distortion caused by capsular contracture.

Cardiac catheterisation (coronary angiogram)

If you are experiencing symptoms such as chest pain or breathlessness, a coronary angiogram is a diagnostic procedure that allows us to see whether the cause is a narrowing in the arteries supplying blood to your heart.

Cardiac clinical pharmacology

Cardiac clinical pharmacology involves the prescribing and monitoring of drugs used to treat a variety of cardiac conditions.

Cardiac rehabilitation

Following a heart attack or after some surgical procedures your consultant may recommend cardiac rehabilitation.

Cardioversion

Cardioversion is a safe and effective procedure that works like a 'reset' for the heart, designed to correct a fast or irregular heartbeat and restore a normal, steady rhythm.

Care for the elderly

Our experienced consultants can diagnose and treat illness and conditions specific to older adult patients.

Carotid endarterectomy

Carotid endarterectomy is a surgical procedure to treat severe narrowing of the main artery in your neck, removing the plaque that is restricting blood flow to the brain and acting as a major risk factor for stroke.

Carotid surgery

Carotid surgery refers to a range of specialised procedures performed on the main arteries in your neck with the primary goal of restoring healthy blood flow to the brain and significantly reducing the risk of a stroke.

Carpal tunnel release

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the nerve that runs across the front of your wrist becomes trapped, causing pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness in the hand and arm. A carpal tunnel release is a highly effective surgical procedure designed to provide lasting relief by easing the pressure on the nerve in your wrist.

Cartilage reconstruction

If you are experiencing persistent joint pain due to a specific area of cartilage damage, cartilage reconstruction offers an innovative surgical solution to repair the defect and help you return to your normal activities.

Cartilage resurfacing

Cartilage resurfacing uses innovative techniques to repair a damaged area of joint cartilage, creating a new, smooth and durable surface to restore painless, gliding motion.

Cataract Surgery

This operation treats cataracts by removing and replacing the lens of your eye.

Cervical Disc Replacement

Cervical disc replacement is a surgical solution for chronic neck and arm pain caused by a damaged disc, where the unhealthy disc is removed and replaced with a modern prosthesis that mimics its natural function.

Cervical Spine Surgery

Cervical spine surgery at Nuffield Health can take many forms, including myelopathy, cervical disc replacement, cervical neuropathy, cervical spondylitis and disc prolapse.

Cheilectomy

Cheilectomy is an alternative procedure offered by consultants to treat Hallux Rigidus (stiffness and pain in the big toe, usually caused by arthritis).

Chemical Pathology

Chemical pathology is the branch of pathology that analyses body fluids such as blood or urine to investigate various conditions including liver, kidney, heart and bone disease, hormone and drug levels.

Chemical peel

A chemical peel is a non-surgical procedure to enhance your facial appearance including reducing the signs of ageing, decreasing mild scarring, age spots and freckles and improving the texture and colour of your face.

Chemical Sympathectomy

A chemical sympathectomy is a minimally invasive injection procedure that aims to relieve specific types of chronic pain or improve blood flow by intentionally interrupting signals from the sympathetic nerves.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is the use of chemicals or drugs (cytotoxic agents) to disrupt or stop the growth of cancer cells. Chemotherapy can be administered in several ways, including tablets, injections or intravenously (directly into your bloodstream).

Chest Wall Surgery for Gender Dysphoria

The aim of this surgery is to create a flatter contour of the chest wall, allowing comfort in clothing and removing the need for binding of the chest.

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Chin reshaping (Genioplasty)

Genioplasty is a procedure to improve the shape or position of your chin. It is often performed along with other jaw surgery.

Chiropody

Chiropody is the area of medicine associated with treating foot ailments including corns, ingrown toenails and verrucae.

Cholecystectomy (Gallbladder removal)

Cholecystectomy is a laparoscopic procedure used to treat gallstones by removing the gallbladder.

Chondroplasty

Chondroplasty is a surgical procedure to remove damaged cartilage in a joint.

Circumcision

A circumcision is a surgical operation to remove all, or part of, your foreskin.

Clinical Psychology

Cold Coagulation

Cold coagulation is a heat based treatment to destroy abnormal cells in your cervix.

Colorectal surgery

Colorectal surgery is a special type of surgery that treats a wide range of problems with the large bowel (your colon, rectum, and anus).

Community paediatrics (including behavioural and development issues)

Community paediatrics professionals look after children with long-term illness or behavioural/development issues outside a hospital setting.

Contraception

Contraceception is a key part of looking after your sexual and reproductive health, with a wide variety of methods available to prevent pregnancy and help you plan for your future.

Coronary Angioplasty (Percutaneous Coronary Intervention or PCI)

Coronary angioplasty (or PCI) is a procedure to re-open a narrowed artery in the heart by inflating a tiny balloon in the narrowed segments.

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) surgery, commonly known as bypass surgery, is a procedure that relieves chest pain (angina) and improves heart function by using a healthy blood vessel from another part of your body to create a new route for blood to flow around a blocked artery.

Correction of scoliosis

The goal of treating scoliosis is to stop the spine's sideways curve from getting worse and, where possible, to straighten it and reduce any pain. Depending on your specific case, this is achieved through different methods, from careful monitoring and bracing to specialised surgery.

Counselling

The goal of counselling is to provide an opportunity for the client to work towards living in a way he or she experiences as more satisfying and resourceful.

Craniofacial reconstruction

Craniofacial reconstruction is surgery to correct congenital abnormalities (such as cleft lip) or trauma to the skull, face and jaw. This surgery may also be necessary following tumour removal.

Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy is a targeted treatment that uses extreme cold to freeze and destroy abnormal or cancerous cells, and is used for a range of conditions including skin lesions and early-stage prostate cancer.

Cubital tunnel release

Cubital tunnel release, also known as ulnar nerve release, is an operation that treats the symptoms of a compressed nerve on the inside of your elbow (the 'funny bone' nerve) by creating more space for the nerve to move freely.

Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) surgery

If your eyes keep watering or tear excessively, Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) surgery creates a new pathway to allow tears to drain from the eye into the nose, allowing tears to bypass the blocked duct and drain naturally.

Dental implants

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root, usually made of titanium, that is surgically placed into your jawbone to anchor a replacement tooth or bridge securely. This modern technique provides a long-lasting and reliable solution for missing teeth.

Dermal fillers

Dermal fillers are injections to reduce and smooth signs of ageing and can give you a younger, healthier look. The treatment is very short with no recovery time, so we can schedule your treatment around your working day.

Dermatological surgery

Dermatological surgery includes benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) surgery of the skin.

Dermatopathology

A dermatopathologist is a specialist in dermatology and pathology. When a dermatologist takes a sample of your skin for analysis and diagnosis, the sample is often examined by a dermatopathologist under a microscope.

Deviated septum (Septoplasty)

The wall that separates the two sides of your nostrils is called the nasal septum. Ideally this separation on the right and left are the same.

Dietician

Dieticians study and translate scientific information about food and nutrition and dietary advice into practical guidance.

Dilation and curettage (D&C)

Dilation and curettage (D&C) is a procedure to investigate and treat problems with your womb such as heavy or abnormal bleeding, abnormal growths (polyps) or cancer of the womb.

Dorsal root ganglion block

The dorsal root ganglion is the area of a spinal nerve that connects the nerves to your spine. This area sends impulses from nerves to your spinal cord.

Drug therapy

Drug therapy is the treatment of disease or symptoms by administering medication. It can be used within many specialty areas including oncology, general medicine and pain management.

Dry needling

Dry needling is a technique used to treat calcific tendonitis to break the calcium up that forms in tendons.

Dupuytren's fasciectomy

Dupuytren’s disease occurs when scar-like tissue forms just beneath the skin of the fingers and the palm of the hand. Over time this fibrous tissue can contract and force one or more fingers to permanently curl up into the palm.

Ear drum repair (Myringoplasty)

The membrane that separates your outer ear from your inner ear is called the tympanic membrane or ear drum. A hole or tear in your ear drum may be uncomfortable but they usually heal on their own.

Ear pinning surgery (Pinnaplasty)

Ear pinning surgery, or pinnaplasty, is a cosmetic procedure that aims to improve self-confidence by reshaping and repositioning ears that stick out to bring them more in proportion with the rest of the head.

Egg donation

You can use donated eggs if you do not have any eggs of your own or they are very low in numbers. Donated eggs are fertilised in our specialist laboratory with your partner’s sperm, then transferred to you.

Elbow surgery

Our experienced consultants can diagnose and treat your elbow problems in a hospital near you.

Endocrine

Your endocrine system is made up of all the glands in your body that produce hormones. If your hormone levels become unbalanced your endocrine system signals one or more of these glands to correct the level.

Endometrial ablation

If you experience heavy periods that do not respond to conservative treatments methods your consultant may recommend endometrial ablation.

Endometrial resection

If you have heavy periods or fibroids or polyps in your uterus (womb) your consultant may commend endometrial resection. During this procedure your consultant will remove the lining of your womb (the endometrium).

Endometrial Scratch

Endometrial Scratch (ES) is sometimes offer to patients who have experienced multiple failed IVF / ICSI cycles, despite having good quality embryos transferred.

Endoscopic kidney stone treatment

Kidney stones may remain in your kidneys causing no symptoms. However if a stone begins to move out of your kidneys it can be painful or block the passage of urine and you may need treatment.

Endoscopic Pilonidal Sinus Treatment (EPSiT)

Endoscopic Pilonidal Sinus Treatment (EPSiT) is a minimally invasive procedure that uses a tiny camera to diagnose and treat pilonidal sinus disease with minimal discomfort and faster recovery.

Endoscopic sinus surgery

The sinuses are air-filled spaces at the front of the skull that are connected to the inside of your nose. Sinusitis is an infection of the mucous membrane that lines the sinuses.

Endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty

An endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG) is a minimally invasive weight loss procedure that reduces the size of the stomach, without any external cuts.

Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)

If you have been diagnosed with an aneurysm your consultant may recommend an endovascular aneurysm repair or EVAR.

Endovascular treatment

Endovascular treatments are minimally invasive procedures to treat problems with blood vessels.

Endovenous laser treatment for varicose veins

Varicose veins are enlarged, sometimes twisted veins that most often develop in the leg. There are a number of treatments for varicose veins. One method is endovenous laser treatment.

Entropion and ectropion repair

Entropion and ectropion correction surgery involves repairing an eyelid that either turns in or turns out.

Epididymal surgery

Your epididymis is a tube just above your testicles that stores sperm. Sometimes fluid builds up in this area, causing an epidigymal cyst. This is usually harmless but in some cases will need to be removed.

Epidural anaesthetic

An epidural anaesthetic involves injecting local anaesthetic into an area called the epidural space near your spinal cord.

Epidural injection for pain relief

An epidural is a type of pain-killing injection given by an anaesthetist.

Excimer laser treatment

Laser eye surgery is a form of treatment for short-sight, long-sight and astigmatism (blurred vision due to an irregularly shaped cornea) by reshaping the cornea using a laser.

Excision of a ganglion

Excision of a ganglion is a common and minor surgical procedure to remove a ganglion cyst, which is a harmless, fluid-filled lump that typically develops near a joint or tendon in your hand or wrist.

Excision of skin lesion

Skin lesions are found on or just below the skin. Examples of skin lesions are epidermoid cysts, lipomata (benign tumour of fatty tissue), skin tags and moles.

Excision of spinal tumours

For patients diagnosed with a spinal tumour, surgical excision is the principal treatment aimed at removing the abnormal tissue, decompressing the spinal cord and nerves, and reducing symptoms such as pain or weakness.

Excision vaginal lumps

If lumps in your vaginal area do not respond to conservative treatment, your gynaecologist may recommend removing them. The length and complexity of this procedure will depend on the size and location of the lump.

eXroid® electrotherapy treatment

eXroid® electrotherapy is a non-surgical treatment for internal haemorrhoids. It uses a low electrical current to reduce the blood supply to the haemorrhoid so it shrinks over time. There is no heat and no cutting.

Extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT)

Shockwave therapy is a non-surgical treatment, and works by delivering impulses of energy, targeted to specific damaged tissues within the abnormal tendon.

Eye lift

As we get older the skin around the eyes can stretch and sag.

Eyelid cyst removal

Fluid filled lumps that form in your upper or lower eyelids are quite common. These cysts normally disappear on their own. Occasionally the cyst becomes infected causing pain, redness and swelling.

Facelift (Rhytidectomy)

A facelift is an operation to tighten and lift skin and soft tissues. This will result in a tighter and smoother look and more youthful appearance.

Facet joint injections

A facet joint injection involves injecting local anaesthetics and sometimes steroids into or around a facet joint.

Facial Feminisation Surgery

Transgender patients have facial feminisation surgery to soften and feminise features such as their jaw, cheeks, forehead and nose.

Facial resurfacing

Laser resurfacing services are available that use the new generation of carbon dioxide lasers.

Facial surgery

Our experienced consultant surgeons perform a full range of facial surgery procedures including plastic and cosmetic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery and facial trauma surgery.

Family Planning

Family planning allows you to choose if and when you want to become pregnant. There are also permanent methods to prevent you from becoming pregnant.

Fat transfer

As your grow older some areas of your body may flatten or lose volume. Fat transfer surfery is a viable method to enhance these areas.

Female sterilisation

Female sterilisation is a permanent method of female contraception. It involves blocking both fallopian tubes to prevent you from becoming pregnant.

Female urology

Female urology specialists treat many disorders of the bladder and pelvic floor.

Flat foot correction

Flat foot occurs when the arch of your foot is very low or flattens, causing your foot to fall inward.

Foam sclerotherapy for varicose veins

Foam sclerotherapy is a method of injecting solution to ultimately reduce and remove varicose veins. Please enquire with the hospital if you're interested in this treatment for cosmetic reasons, as some of our hospitals only offer this service to patients who have a venous leg ulcer.

Foot and ankle surgery

If pain, instability, or a deformity in your foot or ankle is limiting your daily activities, our specialist foot and ankle consultants offer a wide range of procedures designed to restore function, correct the underlying problem, and help you move comfortably again.

Forefoot reconstructive surgery

Forefoot reconstructive surgery is treatment for your toes to alleviate problems caused by rheumatoid arthritis.

Frenotomy

Frenotomy is a quick procedure to treat tongue-tie, caused by a short frenulum tissue.

Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)

Functional endoscopic sinus surgery widens the passage between the sinus and the nose so that mucus can not get trapped.

Fusion of big toe

If you are suffering from stiffness in your big toe (hallux rigidus) and it does not respond to conservative treatment your consultant may recommend toe fusion.

Gastric balloon (BiB)

A gastric balloon is a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical tool used in the treatment of obesity. In conjunction with a supervised diet it can help you achieve the health and aesthetic benefits associated with weight loss.

Gastric band (lap banding)

Gastric banding involves placing an adjustable silicone band around the upper part of the stomach. It works by making you feel full sooner so that you eat less and ultimately lose weight as a result.

Gastric bypass

A gastric bypass is a weight loss surgery procedure that uses both restrictive and malabsorptive elements. The result is you simply cannot eat as much and thus you absorb fewer calories.

Gastric Electrical Stimulation for Gastroparesis

If you suffer from severe gastroparesis, and medication or dietary changes have not improved your quality of life, then you may be a suitable candidate for this procedure.

Gastroesophageal

Gastroesophageal disorders are problems concerning both your stomach and your oesophagus. Your oesophagus is the tube that connects your mouth to your stomach.

Gender reassignment surgery

Gender reassignment surgery also referred to as gender confirmation surgery or gender affirmation surgery, refers to procedures that modify a person’s body to better align with their gender identity.

General anaesthetic

General Anaesthetic (GA) is a combination of drugs that causes a deep sleep.

Glaucoma surgery (Trabeculectomy)

The aim of glaucoma surgery is to lower the pressure in your eye to reduce the risk of further damage to the optic nerve.

Grommet insertion

Glue ear is a common condition where fluid collects in the middle ear behind the eardrum.

Guanethidine block injections

Gynaecomastia surgery (male breast reduction)

Gynaecomastia surgery is a cosmetic treatment to remove excess breast tissue in men.

Haemato-oncology

Haemato-oncology includes the diagnosis and treatment of blood cell cancers such as leukaemias, lymphomas and myeloma.

Haemorrhoidectomy

This is a procedure to remove haemorrhoids (piles).

Hamstring Repair

The group of muscles and tendons that run down the back of your leg are called your hamstrings. Injuries to these muscles or tendons are common in people who participate in sports that require sprinting such as football.

Hand surgery

The need for hand surgery can arise from a variety of problems including arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel release, de quervain’s and dupuytren’s.

Head and neck oncology

Head and neck oncology is a highly specialised field where our dedicated multidisciplinary team (MDT) of experts work together to create a personalised treatment plan for cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box, and other areas in the head and neck region.

Head and neck surgery

Head and neck surgery is used to treat many different conditions, from simple issues to cancer, that can affect your mouth, throat, voice box, salivary glands, or neck.

Hemiarthroplasty

A hemiarthroplasty is a procedure to replace only the femur portion of your hip joint.

Hernia repair

Across our family of 36 UK private hospitals, we've performed many successful hernia repairs. Get rapid access to treatment at your local Nuffield Health hospital and choose your own specialist consultant.

Hernia unilateral

Surgical treatments for hernias occurring on one side of the body are available at Nuffield Health hospitals.

Hickman Line

A Hickman line is a soft, flexible tube, known as a central venous catheter, surgically placed into a large vein in the chest to allow long-term administration of treatments such as chemotherapy, antibiotics, or IV nutrition.

High-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)

High-intensity focused ultrasound is a treatment that uses high-frequency sound waves to destroy cancerous cells in the prostate. This treatment avoids invasive surgery and radiation, which reduces the risk and number of side effects.

Hindfoot fusion

Hindfoot fusion is a surgical procedure used to relieve pain and stiffness in your foot caused by arthritis, deformity or breaks.

Hip arthroscopy

Hip arthroscopy is a procedure in which a miniature telescope is inserted through an incision over your hip joint to diagnose a problem, or occasionally to perform a treatment.

Hip replacement

Hip replacement, also known as total hip replacement (THR) or hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove a damaged hip joint and replace it with an artificial joint (prosthesis) made of plastic, metal or ceramic.

Hip replacement - test

Hip replacement, also known as total hip replacement (THR) or hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to remove a damaged hip joint and replace it with an artificial joint (prosthesis) made of plastic, metal or ceramic.

Hip resurfacing

This operation provides a new surface for the ball and socket that make up your hip joint.

Hip revision

Hip Revision is a procedure to take out your old hip replacement and put in a new one.

Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP)

HoLEP is a minimally invasive procedure that removes tissue from your prostate that is causing obstruction.

Hormonal coil

A hormonal coil is a form of birth control (contraception) called an intrauterine system (IUS).

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) replaces your lost hormones to counteract the effects of the menopause.

Hormone therapy

Hormone therapy for cancer uses medicines to block or lower the amount of hormones in the body to stop or slow down the growth of cancer.

Hormone treatment for excess hair

Hirsutism is the medical term for excess hair growth in women. It is a very common condition sometimes as a result of genetics (passed to you by your parents) or due to an imbalance in your hormones.

Hydrocele surgery

A hydrocele is a build-up of fluid around a testicle. Hydrocele surgery removes or repairs a hydrocele.

Hydrodilation

Hydrodilation, also known as shoulder distension arthrography, is available for the treatment of frozen shoulder.

Hysterectomy

A hysterectomy involves the surgical removal of a woman's uterus.

Hysteroscopic surgery

To fully examine the inside of your uterus (womb) your consultant may recommend a hysteroscopy. This procedure can be used to both diagnose and treat problems.

Ileal pouch anal anastomosis

If you have severe a bowel disease such as colon cancer or ulcerative colitis, you may need to have your large intestine (colon and rectum) removed. An Ileal pouch (or J pouch) procedure will help restore more normal control and passing of stool.

Ileostomy

An ileostomy is a surgical procedure to connect your small intestine to an opening in your abdomen called a stoma.

Ilizarov frame surgery

An ilizarov frame is an external frame surgeons use to lengthen or reshape bones or to treat complex mal-union or non-union fractures.

Image guided joint injections

If your swollen or painful joints, ligaments or tendons do not respond to conservative treatments your consultant may recommend image guided joint injections.

Image guided radiotherapy (IGRT)

Image-Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT) is a cancer treatment that uses daily scans, such as CT scans or X-rays, to precisely aim the radiation beams to the tumour and avoid surrounding healthy tissue.

Implantable cardioverter defibrillator and cardiac resynchronisation therapy

If you have had heart failure in the past or if you are at risk of heart failure your surgeon may recommend an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) and cardiac resynchronisation therapy.

Impulse control

IMRT (Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy)

IMRT, also known as Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy, is a type of high-precision radiotherapy that uses computer-controlled linear accelerators to send radiation beams of different strengths to the tumour, whilst minimising damage to surrounding health tissue.

Ingrown toenail (and ingrown toenail surgery)

When the side of your toenail curls and pierces your skin this is called an ingrown toenail.

Insertion of a portacath

A portacath is a small medical device placed under the skin on your chest, which connects to a large vein. This allows you to receive treatments like chemotherapy and antibiotics or have blood taken easily and comfortably, avoiding the need for repeated needles in your arms.

Interspinous implant

New technology now offers patients with spinal stenosis pain relief using small devices (called spacers).

Interventional cardiology

Interventional cardiology includes procedures performed on the heart using catheterisation (tiny, flexible tubes).

Interventional radiology

Interventional radiology is a minimally invasive alternative to open surgery that uses radiological image guidance (X-rays, ultrasound, CT and MRI) to aid treatment.

Intravenous pyelogram (IVP)

If you have problems with your urinary tract, your consultant may order an intravenous pyelogram (IVP).

Intravitreal injections

An intravitreal injection is a procedure used to deliver medication directly into the eye.

Inverted nipple surgery

A small percentage of women have inverted nipples.

Joint resurfacing

Joint surfaces damaged by wear and tear or arthritis may be able to be resurfaced.

Keller's arthroplasty

Keller’s arthroplasty is a surgery to treat bunions.

Knee arthroscopy

Knee arthroscopy, also known as keyhole knee surgery, allows your surgeon to see inside your knee joint to diagnose and treat problems inside the knee.

Knee replacement (Total knee replacement)

Knee replacement, or total knee replacement, is a surgical procedure to remove the damaged knee joint and replace it with an artificial joint.

Kyphoplasty

A kyphoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure to correct an osteoporotic vertebral fracture and further stabilise your spine.

Labiaplasty (labia reduction surgery)

A labiaplasty or labia reduction is a surgical procedure to reshape or reduce the size or shape of the labia for improved comfort and confidence.

Lacrimal surgery

If conservative methods to treat lacrimal disorder are not successful, a consultant may recommend surgery.

Laminectomy

During a laminectomy the surgeon removes enough bone and tissue from the back of the spine to free trapped nerves.

Laparoscopic adrenalectomy

If conservative methods to treat adrenal gland problems do not work for you, your consultant may recommend surgery.

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal)

This is a type of keyhole surgery to treat gallstones.

Laparoscopic groin hernia repair

Also known as keyhole surgery, this hernia treatment is carried out through a small incision in the abdomen.

Laparoscopic incisional hernia repair

This treatment removes incisional hernias through keyhole surgery.

Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy

Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy is a form of keyhole surgery for prostate cancer.

Laparoscopic reflux surgery (fundoplication)

If conservative treatment for acid reflux isn't working, a surgeon may recommend laparoscopic (keyhole) reflux surgery.

Laparoscopic urology

Laparoscopic urology is a minimally invasive surgery used to treat conditions of the urinary tract and reproductive organs. It uses a laparoscope (a small camera on a thin tube) and specialised instruments inserted through small incisions (keyholes) to operate, rather than one large incision.

Laparoscopy

A laparoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure that allows your consultant to diagnose and treat conditions affecting your abdomen and pelvis.

Laser eye surgery (or myopia treatment)

Laser eye surgery (LASIK) is a form of treatment for short-sight, long-sight and astigmatism.

Laser therapy

Lasers are devices producing a powerful beam of light, which can have different applications and effects depending upon the type of laser used. Laser treatments are now widespread in modern medicine and are used not only for skin treatments but also for eye surgery, general surgery and various other medical applications.

Lateral intercostal artery perforator (LICAP) Flap breast reconstruction

Lateral intercostal artery perforator (LICAP) flap breast reconstruction replaces lost breast tissue.

Left atrial appendage occlusion

Left atrial appendage occlusion aims to prevent blood clot formation in patients suffering from atrial fibrillation.

LINX® Reflux Surgery

LINX® Reflux Surgery treats chronic acid reflux (GORD) by strengthening the weak valve at the bottom of your food pipe, which stops acid from coming back up.

Liposuction

Sometimes, even regular exercise and strict dieting aren’t enough to get rid of excess fat. For those stubborn areas liposuction may be a solution.

Liposuction for lipoedema

Liposuction for lipoedema is a definitive treatment for lipoedema, a lipodystrophy condition. Liposuction removes the excess fat tissue that occurs in the leg and thigh.

Liposuction for lymphoedema

Liposuction for lymphoedema is a treatment for established lymphoedema where reconstructive microsurgical operations such as Lymphatico-Venular Anastomosis (LVA) or vascularised Lymph Node Transfer (VLNT) are not suitable.

Liver resection

A liver resection (or hepatectomy) is a surgical procedure to remove a diseased section of the liver, most commonly performed to treat cancerous tumours within the liver.

LLETZ

LLETZ is a common procedure used to remove abnormal cells from the cervix.

Local anaesthetic

Local anaesthetic is a drug that is injected into a specific area of your body causing loss of feeling.

Lue procedure

The Lue procedure is a type of penile straightening surgery. It’s used to correct a curvature of the penis during erection caused by Peyronie’s Disease. Suitable candidates for this procedure are those whose penis is too curved to permit sexual intercourse and is also dependent on the direction of curvature.

Lumbar disc replacement

Lumbar disc replacement is the replacement of a damaged or diseased disc in the spine, with an artificial disc to maintain movement in the treated spine area.

Lumbar discectomy

During lumbar discectomy a surgeon will remove the herniated portion of a disc relieving the pressure on nearby nerves. The procedure is often performed with minimal invasion and often referred to as microdiscectomy.

Lumbar sympathetic blocks

A lumbar sympathetic block is an injection of local anesthetic into or around the sympathetic nerves.

Lutetium-177 PSMA therapy

Lutetium-177 PSMA therapy uses targeted radiation to kill prostate cancer cells while sparing healthy tissues, even those resistant to other treatments.

Lymph node transfer

Vascularised Lymph Node Transfer (VLNT) is a operation for the treatment of lymphoedema. It is most commonly used in the setting of secondary lymphoedema, where swelling of the arm or leg has occurred after treatment for cancer (commonly involving either surgery and/or radiotherapy).

Male to Female Breast Augmentation

This type of breast augmentation is specifically for transgender patients transitioning from male to female.

Manipulation under anaesthesia (MUA)

Under general anaesthetic your surgeon will move your stiff joint to a full range of motion, stretching the surrounding muscles and freeing the joint capsule.

Mastectomy (breast removal)

If you are diagnosed with breast cancer your surgeon may recommend removal of your breast. This operation is called a mastectomy.

Mastoid surgery

Your mastoid bone is located just behind your ear, a damaged mastoid may be repaired surgically.

Matrix-induced chondrocyte implantation (MACI)

Matrix-induced chondrocyte implantation is used to repair damaged articulating surfaces, mainly in the knee joint.

Maxillofacial and oral surgery

Maxillofacial and oral surgery is a specialised type of surgery for your face, jaws, and mouth. Our consultants use both medical and dental skills to treat problems with the face, mouth, and jaws, including everything from wisdom teeth removal to correcting jaw alignment and fixing facial injuries.

Medial facetectomy

A medial facetectomy is a procedure to release nerves trapped by diseased or injured facet joints.

Medicine for the elderly

Medicine for older people, also known as geriatric medicine, is a specialist area of healthcare dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centred care to help you maintain your independence and enjoy the best possible quality of life as you age.

Meniscectomy for meniscus tear

A torn meniscus may not heal on its own as there is a limited blood supply to that area.

Microsuction earwax removal

If a build-up of ear wax, debris or a foreign body is blocking your ear causing hearing loss or discomfort your consultant may recommend microsuction.

Microsurgical vasectomy reversal

A vasectomy is meant to be a permanent form of male contraception. If your circumstances change, this procedure can undo your vasectomy.

Middle ear surgery

If you have chronic (persistent) middle ear infections your consultant may recommend surgery.

Midfoot fusion

In some cases fusion of the bones in your midfoot may ease your pain and aid your mobility.

Midfoot osteotomy

An osteotomy is a procedure usually performed to correct damage caused by osteoarthritis or a deformity.

Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)

Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) is the name given to a group of keyhole glaucoma surgeries that can be used as an alternative to eye drops or more invasive conventional glaucoma surgery (trabeculectomy and tube surgery).

Minimally invasive spinal surgery

Advances in medical technology mean many spinal procedures can now be performed as minimally invasive surgery.

Mitral valve balloon dilation

During mitral valve balloon dilation a balloon is used to widen the valve opening.

Mohs micrographic surgery

Mohs micrographic surgery is an advanced surgical technique for removing skin cancers.

Mole removal

Moles are a form of pigmented lesion. Benign (non cancerous) lesions can simply be left alone. However if your mole bothers you in any way your consultant may recommend removal (excision).

Myomectomy

Tissue lumps that grow in or around your womb are called fibroids. The procedure to surgically remove fibroids from your womb is called a myomectomy.

NanoKnife (IRE) for prostate cancer treatment

NanoKnife, or irreversible electroporation (IRE), is a minimally invasive prostate cancer treatment that uses electrical pulses to destroy cancer cells.

Nasal polypectomy

In nasal polypectomy polyps are removed using special suction and instruments.

Nasolacrimal Stenting

This minimally invasive procedure aims to improve tear flow and reduce persistent watery eyes (epiphora) by placing a tiny stent or tube inside the tear duct, helping tears drain freely into your nose.

Neck lift

Neck lifts can be used to address loose and saggy skin.

Neonatal medicine

Neonatal medicine is the highly specialised area of paediatrics focused on providing the best possible medical care for newborn infants who are unwell or born too soon, helping them to grow and thrive.

Nerve blocks

A nerve block is a targeted injection used by pain specialists to both diagnose the source of your pain and provide effective relief by interrupting the pain signals a specific nerve is sending to your brain.

Nerve surgery

Nerve surgery restores function, improves sensation, and relieves pain by repairing or releasing damaged or compressed nerves.

Nesbit’s procedure

Nesbit’s procedure is a type of penile straightening surgery. It is used to correct a curvature of the penis caused by Peyronie’s Disease. Suitable candidates for this procedure are those whose penis is too curved to permit sexual intercourse.

Neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation

Following a brain injury or neurological illness, our neuropsychological assessment helps you understand and manage changes in your memory, concentration, and behaviour through expert assessment and tailored rehabilitation.

NovaSure® treatment

NovaSure® is a medical treatment to reduce or eliminate excessive menstrual bleeding by removing the lining of the uterus.

nSTRIDE® Autologous Protein Solution (APS)

nSTRIDE® APS is an autologous (from your own body) protein solution treatment that is designed to treat the joint pain associated with knee osteoarthritis.

Nutrition

Good nutrition is a cornerstone of health and recovery, and our specialist Dietitians are here to provide the expert, practical guidance you need to manage your diet and achieve your personal health goals.

Obesity surgery (or weightloss surgery)

Weight loss surgery reduces the amount of food you can eat by reducing the size of your stomach or bypassing your stomach.

Occupational therapy

Occupational therapy involves treating or training physically or emotionally ill people of all ages.

Oculoplastic surgery

Oculoplastic surgeons carry out surgery on the eye lid and facial plastic surgery.

Oophorectomy (ovary removal surgery)

Oophorectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or both of the ovaries.

Open surgery groin hernia repair

A hernia is tear or weak spot that develops in the layer of muscle in your abdominal wall resulting in the contents of your abdomen pushing through.

Orbital Decompression surgery

Orbital Decompression surgery is a specialist eye procedure used to treat pressure within the eye socket (orbit) that may cause bulging eyes (proptosis), pain, irritation or vision problems.

Orchidectomy

An orchidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or both testicles (bilateral orchidectomy).

Orthodontics

Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that corrects irregularities of the teeth and jaw.

Orthotics

Orthotics (sometimes called foot orthotics, shoe inserts or orthoses) are devices placed inside your shoes to restore the biomechanic balance to your legs and feet and realign your posture.

Osseointegration

Osseointegration, also known as direct skeletal fixation (DSF), is a surgical procedure in which a metal implant is inserted directly into the bone. Over time, the bone naturally grows around the implant, securing it firmly in place and making it a permanent part of the body.

Osteotomy

An osteotomy is a procedure usually performed to correct damage caused by osteoarthritis or a deformity.

Otoplasty (ear correction / ear repositioning)

Ear Repositioning (Otoplasty) is a surgical procedure that is usually performed to move the ears into a more natural looking position closer to the head.

Ovarian cystectomy

An ovarian cystectomy can be carried out through two different types of surgery.

Pacemakers

A pacemaker is a special device that treats an irregular or slow heart rhythm.

Paediatric medicine

Paediatric Medicine includes the treatment of children and teenagers.

Pain clinic

If you're struggling to cope with chronic (long-term) pain, our pain management experts offer a wide range of treatments and therapies to improve your quality of life. Don’t suffer in silence. You’re in the best hands.

Palatoplasty

A palatoplasty is a surgical procedure to correct or reconstruct the palate.

Palliative care

Palliative care is a medical and nursing speciality that focus on controlling symptoms and providing support for patients, and their families with any serious illness.

Parathyroidectomy

A parathyroidectomy is a surgical procedure to remove one or more diseased parathyroid gland(s).

Parental and enteral nutrition

Parenteral and enteral nutrition are specialised methods of providing complete nutritional support for patients who cannot eat normally, using either an intravenous line directly into the bloodstream (parenteral) or a feeding tube into the gut (enteral).

Parotid gland removal (parotidectomy)

Your parotid glands are salivary glands located just in front of your ear.

Parotid surgery

Parotid surgery is an operation to remove all or part of the parotid gland, which is the largest of the salivary glands, located in front of the ear. This is most commonly done to remove a lump or tumour, the majority of which are non-cancerous.

Partial knee replacement

Partial knee replacement, also known as unicompartmental knee replacement (UKR), is a surgical procedure in which only the damaged part of the knee joint is removed and replaced with an artificial joint.

Patella stabilisation

During patela stabilisation either torn ligaments are repaired or a tendon may be repositioned.

Patellofemoral joint replacement

A patellofemoral joint replacement is a type of partial knee replacement surgery for patients whose arthritis pain is confined to the front of the knee, specifically between the kneecap (patella) and the thigh bone (femur).

PCL reconstruction

Your posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) and your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) are two large ligaments that control front to back movement in your knee. A sports injury or a fall directly on the front of your knee can tear your PCL.

Pelvic floor repair

If your pelvic floor disease symptoms do not respond to conservative treatment your consultant may recommend surgery for pelvic floor repair.

Penile prosthetic surgery

A penile prosthetic is an implant that allows men with erectile dysfunction to have an erection. Prosthetics may also be used for patients with Peyronie’s disease.

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)

Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is a keyhole surgical procedure to remove large or complex kidney stones directly from the kidney through a small incision made in your back.

Peripheral arterial stenting

Peripheral arterial stenting uses a stent to widen an artery.

Peripheral nerve surgery

Unlike your central nervous system, your peripheral nervous system is not protected by bone leaving it exposed to injury or toxins (poisons).

PFO closure

A patent foramen ovale (PFO) is a hole between the upper chambers of the heart (atria). This hole is a necessary part of the flow of blood for unborn babies when they are in the womb. The PFO typically closes shortly after birth due to changes in pressure in the heart chambers, but in approximately 25% of people this remains open or can open in certain circumstances allowing a small amount of blood to flow through it.

Phacoemulsification

Phacoemulsification is a common method used in cataract surgery.

Photodynamic therapy (PDT)

Photodynamic therapy (PDT) is a technique for treating skin cancers and sun-damaged skin which could turn cancerous if left untreated.

Phototherapy

Some skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, general itchy skin, other dermatitis can be treated using ultraviolet light under medical supervision. This is called phototherapy or light therapy.

PICC Line

A PICC line is a thin, flexible tube inserted into a vein in the upper arm that serves as an access point for doctors and nurses to administer medication (such as antibiotics or chemotherapy) or collect blood samples.

Pilonidal sinus surgery

A pilonidal sinus is a problem in your natal cleft (the area between your buttocks) that can cause infection. Surgery is the most dependable way to remove the pilonidal sinus and pockets of infection.

Pituitary surgery

Problems with the pituitary gland are rare but they may include benign (non-cancerous) growths or tumours.

Platelet Rich Plasma Treatment (PRP)

PRP treatment uses a patient's own blood to promote the healing of injured tendons, joints, muscles and ligaments.

PMS clinic

Some of our gynaecology experts hold clinics specifically for women suffering from Pre-Menstrual Syndrome (PMS).

Polypectomy

A polypectomy is a common and minimally invasive procedure to remove polyps (small growths) from the lining of the bowel, performed primarily as a preventative measure to stop them from ever developing into cancer.

Post bariatric surgery (or body contouring)

After major weight loss surgery your skin and tissues may not have the elasticity needed to conform to your new body size.

Pregnancy advisory service

Prostate laser treatment

Photoselective Vaporisation of Prostate using a laser is a minimally invasive procedure for the treatment of non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland.

Prostate resection (TURP)

A prostate resection involves removing prostate tissue to relieve the pressure on your urethra.

Prostate surgery

Prostate surgery involves reducing the size of the prostate gland.

Prostatic Urethral Lift

A prostate urethral lift is a minimally-invasive procedure used to treat an enlarged prostate.

Psychological support and therapy in oncology and palliative care

Living with cancer or a serious illness can have a profound emotional impact. At Nuffield Health we offer psychological support and palliative care for patients going through cancer & other distressing illnesses.

Ptosis (drooping eyelids) correction

Ptosis (drooping eyelids) is when the muscle that lifts the eyelid can be weak or lose strength over time.

Radical prostatectomy

A radical prostatectomy is the removal of the entire prostate gland, sometimes with the nearby lymphatic glands.

Radioactive Iodine Therapy

Radioactive iodine therapy is a type of radiotherapy used for conditions affecting the thyroid glands, such as hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer.

Radiofrequency (RF) Ablation for Varicose Veins

Radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive procedure to eliminate your varicose veins.

Radiotherapy

Radiotherapy uses high-energy particles or waves, such as X-rays, gamma rays or protons, to destroy or damage cancer cells.

Rectal prolapse repair

Rectal prolapse occurs when part or your entire rectum (last part of your colon where stool is stored) falls out of your anus (back passage).

Rectopexy

Rectal prolapse occurs when part or your entire rectum (last part of your colon where stool is stored) falls out of your anus (back passage).

Reflux surgery (fundoplication)

Reflux is a condition in which stomach acids surge upwards from the stomach into the oesophagus.

Refractive eye surgery

For those who wish to reduce or eliminate their dependence on glasses or contact lenses, refractive eye surgery offers a variety of safe and effective options to correct their prescription permanently.

Refractive lens exchange

Refractive lens exchange, or lens replacement surgery, replaces the eye’s natural lens with an artificial clinical lens.

Rehabilitation psychopharmacology

Rehabilitation psychopharmacology is a supportive treatment that uses medication to improve your mental wellbeing and focus during your recovery, helping to ensure you are in the best possible state to engage with your rehabilitation.

Removal of internal fixation

Removal of internal fixation is a procedure to take out the 'metalwork'—such as plates, screws, or rods—that was used to hold your broken bone in place while it healed, and is considered once the fracture has fully mended.

Removal of spinal hardware

During spinal fusion your consultant used surgical plates, rods or screws to weld your spine together eliminating motion that caused you back pain.

Removing wisdom teeth

Wisdom teeth are the teeth at the back of your mouth (the third molar teeth).

Restorative proctocolectomy

A restorative proctocolectomy is a surgical procedure that removes the entire large bowel (colon and rectum) but avoids the need for a permanent stoma (ostomy bag) by creating an internal pouch from the small intestine to allow you to pass stool via the anus.

Reversal of female sterilisation

In some cases it is possible to reverse female sterilisation.

Revision knee replacement

Revision knee replacement is a surgical procedure to replace a previous knee replacement that has failed or worn out, with a new artificial joint.

Rezum for benign prostatic hyperplasia

Rezūm is a treatment for BPH. It uses the stored thermal energy in water vapor (steam) to treat the extra prostate tissue that is causing symptoms such as frequency, urgency, irregular flow, weak stream, straining and getting up at night to urinate.

Rhinoplasty (or nose reshaping)

Having nose reshaping surgery (rhinoplasty) can give your nose a better-proportioned look and as a result improve your self-esteem. There could also be a medical reason for requiring rhinoplasty, such as a nasal blockage.

Robotic-assisted hip replacement

Robotic-assisted total hip replacement is a surgical technique where a surgeon uses a robotic device to help implant an artificial joint, also known as prosthesis.

Sacroiliac joint injections

Sacroiliac joint injections involve injecting anti-inflammatories or anaesthetic into problem areas.

Scar revision

Scar revision uses a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments to improve the appearance and feel of a scar. The goal is to make the scar less noticeable and to relieve any associated discomfort or tightness.

Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)

This operation is one of the treatments for glaucoma.

Septorhinoplasty

A septorhinoplasty is a rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) procedure that also addresses patients with blocked nasal passages.

Shoulder decompression - keyhole surgery

Shoulder decompression (or subacromial depression) is an operation to cleaning and repair damaged tendons around the upper arm and shoulder area.

Shoulder manipulation

Shoulder manipulation is a treatment for frozen shoulder, that consists of stretching and releasing the shoulder capsule.

Shoulder replacement

Your shoulder is a ball and socket joint. The top of your arm (humerus) fits into a socket (glenoid). Wear and tear or an injury can result in pain and restricted movement in the joint.

Shoulder stabilisation

If you have a dislocated shoulder, this operation repairs the lining of the damaged shoulder joint to make it stable again.

Shoulder surgery (rotator cuff repair)

The rotator cuff is formed of four tendons and the adjacent muscles that attach your arm to the top of your shoulder blade, which gives the shoulder stability and control. Tears to the rotator cuff tendon can occur for many reasons including acute injury, overuse or normal age-related changes.

Skin assessment clinic

Our experienced consultants can visually assess skin lesions and (if necessary) scan them using state-of-the-art scanning equipment to analyse and detect even the smallest changes. The procedure is painless, quick and safe.

Skin cancer surgery

There are several types of surgery for skin cancer. In the first instance your consultant may want to perform an excisional biopsy to confirm the cancer and remove it.

Skin grafts for leg ulcers

During this treatment, a small piece of skin is grafted from another area of your body onto a leg ulcer.

Skin pigmentation

Treatment of disorders of pigmentation of the skin.

Skin surgery

Many of our hospitals offer surgery for benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) conditions of the skin.

Skull base surgery

Skull base surgery is a complex surgical subspecialty focused on treating conditions in the difficult-to-reach area forming the floor of the skull, where critical nerves and blood vessels to the head and neck are located.

Sleep study and investigations

Nuffield Health Sleep Disorders Service provides treatment and advice for a wide range of sleep problems including sleep apnoea and snoring. We see patients of all ages, including the elderly, adolescents and children.

Sleeve gastrectomy

A sleeve gastrectomy (also known as a gastric sleeve procedure) is a restrictive procedure to remove about 70% to 85% of your stomach so that it takes the shape of a tube or sleeve.

Soft tissue lump service

The soft tissue lump service allows rapid and reliable assessment and treatment of soft tissue tumours of the limbs and torso.

SpaceOAR® Hydrogel

Hydrogel Perirectal Spacer – for Prostate Cancer Radiotherapy

Speech therapy

Speech therapy includes the treatment of defects and disorders of the voice and of spoken communication.

Spinal (lumbar) Decompression

Spinal decompression is a type of back surgery used to release trapped nerves in the lower (lumbar) spine.

Spinal anaesthetic

Spinal anaesthetic, also known as a spinal block, is administered by injecting drugs into an area called the subarachnoid space near the spinal cord. Spinal anaesthesia can be used while you are awake or in combination with sedation or general anaesthetic.

Spinal fusion surgery

Spinal fusion is an operation to weld or fuse together the small bones in your back eliminating motion that is causing back pain.

Splenectomy

A splenectomy is an operation to remove your spleen.

Squint surgery

Squint surgery aims to reduce a squint.

Stapedectomy

A stapedectomy is an operation to help improve hearing by removing the stapes bone in the middle ear and replacing it with a tiny implant made of metal or plastic.

Stapled haemorrhoidopexy

During this procedure, haemorrhoids are stapled to the inside of the rectum to reduce their blood supply and allow them to shrink.

Stapled transanal rectal resection (STARR)

Stapled Transanal Rectal Resection (STARR) is a minimally invasive operation to treat chronic constipation caused by a rectocele (a bulge in the bowel wall) or an internal rectal prolapse, which corrects the issue by removing the excess tissue from within the rectum.

Stellate ganglion blocks

A stellate ganglion block is a minimally invasive procedure where a specialist injects numbing medicine around a key bundle of nerves in the side of your neck, aiming to reduce pain or improve blood flow to your arm or hand.

Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SRT)

Stereotactic radiotherapy is a precise form of radiation treatment that targets tumours with high doses of radiation while sparing nearby healthy tissues.

Steroid injections

Steroid injections are a common and effective treatment used to reduce inflammation and relieve pain in a specific area of the body, such as a painful joint, tendon, or bursa.

Stiff elbow release

A stiff elbow release is an operation to treat a stiff and painful elbow, which can often be performed using keyhole (arthroscopic) surgery to increase your range of motion and improve the overall function of your arm.

Stoma surgery

This procedure connects part of your intestine to an opening in your abdomen. A 'stoma' is the end of the intestine sewn into the opening, while an 'ostomy' is the actual opening.

Stretta therapy

Stretta therapy is a minimally invasive procedure for patients who suffer from chronic gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Submandibular gland removal

Your submandibular glands are the salivary glands located under your jaw bone. They produce saliva (spit) that drains through an opening under your tongue at the front of your mouth.

Subtalar arthroscopy

Over time the bone surfaces in your subtalar joint can suffer wear and tear due to injury or arthritis. If conservative treatment methods are not working for you your surgeon may recommend investigation or treatment using arthroscopy.

Subtalar fusion

Your surgeon may investigate your subtalar joint using arthroscopy. If you are still experiencing pain and instability your consultant may recommend subtalar fusion.

Superficial radiotherapy

Superficial radiotherapy is a type of radiation treatment that works only on the top layers of the skin, making it an excellent non-surgical option for treating certain early-stage skin cancers and other non-cancerous conditions.

Supermicrosurgery for prevention or treatment of lymphoedema

An advanced minimally invasive supermicrosurgery technique to relieve lymphoedema.

Swallowable Gastric Pill Balloon

A swallowable gastric balloon is a non-surgical, non-pharmaceutical tool used in the treatment of obesity. In conjunction with a supervised diet it can help you achieve the health and aesthetic benefits associated with weight loss.

Tendon transfer in foot and ankle

The tissue that attaches muscles to a bone is called a tendon. A tendon transfer usually is performed under a general anaesthetic.

Tennis elbow release

Although called tennis elbow, you may get this injury and not even have played tennis. It can happen after the repeated strain of gripping or twisting your hand or wrist.

Tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) for stress incontinence

The Tension-Free Vaginal Tape (TVT) is a surgical procedure for stress urinary incontinence that places a small piece of synthetic mesh to act as a supportive sling for the urethra; its use is carefully considered for specific cases after a detailed discussion of all potential risks and benefits.

The Rafaelo® Procedure

If you're suffering with haemorrhoids (piles), this revolutionary day-case procedure is a safe and effective alternative to surgery, with minimal recovery time.

Thigh lift

Thigh lift surgery is a form of body contouring. Excess skin and fat are removed from the thighs.

Thoracoscopic sympathectomy

Thoracoscopic sympathectomy is a surgical procedure to correct hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

Thread vein treatment (sclerotherapy)

Thread veins can appear on any part of your body. They appear when small clusters of red veins form just beneath your skin.

Thrombotic disorders

Thrombotic disorders occur when your blood clots in your veins, restricting or cutting off the flow of blood.

Thyroidectomy (Thyroid surgery)

A thyroidectomy is a common surgical operation to remove all or part of the thyroid gland from your neck in order to treat a range of conditions, including thyroid cancer, a non-cancerous enlargement (a goitre), or an overactive gland.

Tibial osteotomy

An osteotomy is a procedure usually performed to correct damage caused by osteoarthritis or a deformity. A tibial osteotomy is performed when only one side of your knee shows damage.

Toe joint fusion

If the stiffness in your big toe (hallux rigidus) does not respond to conservative treatment your consultant may recommend toe fusion.

Toe joint replacement

When conservative treatments do not resolve big toe stiffness (hallux rigidus) or when the joint is severely damaged your consultant may recommend toe joint replacement.

Toe surgery

The three main toe problems that can be resolved with foot surgery are Deformity (mis-shapen), Pain in the toe joints and Metatarsalgia (pain in the front part or ball of your foot).

Tonsil removal (tonsillectomy) using COBLATION™ Plasma Technology

This alternative procedure to traditional tonsillectomy uses radiofrequency energy to reduce the size of your tonsils. This procedure is minimally invasive, causing less discomfort and reducing recovery time.

Tonsillectomy

The tonsils are part of a group of lymphoid tissues (glands in your neck) that help to fight off infection from germs that are breathed in or swallowed. Tonsillitis happens if the tonsils become infected.

Tooth Removal (Extraction)

A tooth that is decayed, damaged or infected may need to be removed.

Transanal haemorrhoid dearterialisation (THD)

Transanal haemorrhoidal dearterialisation (THD) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat haemorrhoids.

Transurethral resection of bladder tumour (TURBT)

TURBT uses a resectoscope to access and operate on the bladder via the urethra.

Trapeziectomy

Your trapezium is a small bone at the base of your wrist that joins your thumb to your wrist. Wear and tear within this joint can cause pain. If conservative treatment methods are not successful your consultant may recommend a trapeziectomy.

Trigger finger release

Trigger finger release involves cutting the thickened tunnel around the tendon in your finger, allowing the tendon to glide frely through the tunnel. You should be able to move your finger immediately after surgery with full movement returning within two weeks.

Trigger Point Injections

Trigger point injections are used to apply a local anaesthetic and steroid to an inflamed area to relieve pain.

Triple Fusion

The movement and flexibility of your foot involves three joints - the subtalar, the calcaneocuboid and the talo-navicular joints. Patients with painful arthritis or a deformity in these joints may benefit from triple fusion.

Tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty)

A tummy tuck (also known as an abdominoplasty) is a popular cosmetic surgery that creates a flatter, firmer abdomen by removing excess skin and fat while tightening weakened muscles, especially after pregnancy or major weight loss.

Turbinectomy

Sometimes the inferior turbinates enlarge resulting in permanent blockage of your nose. If conservative treatments are unsuccessful, your consultant may recommend a turbinectomy.

Umbilical hernia repair

This treatment is to remove umbilical hernias.

Upper Limb Fractures and Injuries

Uterine Artery Emolisation

Uterine Artery Embolisation (UAE) is a minimally invasive procedure to treat uterine fibroids (non-cancerous growths in the uterus).

Uveitis

The uvea is the area of your eye made up of your iris, the choroid (layer of tissue that supports your retina), and your ciliary body (muscles behind the iris). Various conditions cause inflammation in this area. This is called uveitis.

Vaginal Prolapse Surgery

When the muscles and ligaments in your vagina become weak the organs (including your bladder, bowel or uterus) they support may push forward or prolapse.

Vaginoplasty

A vaginoplasty is a surgery carried out to create an aesthetic and functional neo-vagina.

Varicocele embolisation

Varicose vein stripping

Your veins carry blood to your heart. Valves in these veins restrict the blood flow to one direction. Valves that weaken or that don’t close correctly cause blood to pool (collect) in a vein. This is called a varicose vein.

Vasectomy or male sterilisation

A vasectomy is a surgical procedure to stop the transfer of sperm during ejaculation. It is a simple, reliable method of contraception. In some cases it is reversible, but you should really think of it as a permanent option.

Vasectomy reversal

A vasectomy is meant to be a permanent form of male contraception. If your circumstances change, this procedure can undo your vasectomy.

VASER Liposuction

VASER liposuction uses ultrasound waves to break up and liquefy fat cells, making them easier to extract.

VenaSeal™Closure

The Venaseal™ or “superglue” treatment is a new and innovative way of closing the main vein in the leg that causes varicose veins.

Venesection

Venesection is a procedure to reduce red blood cells, similar to the process of donating blood. It will reduce the amount of blood in your body by removing about one pint (half a litre) of blood at a time. This is the simplest and quickest way of reducing the number of red cells in your blood.

Vertebroplasty

A vertebroplasy is a minimally invasive procedure to correct an osteoporotic vertebral fracture and further stabilise your spine.

Video-assisted anal fistula surgery treatment (VAAFT)

An anal fistula is a small tunnel that forms between the end of the bowel and the skin near the anus, where faeces exit the body. Typically, anal fistulas develop because of an infection near the anus that leads to the accumulation of pus (abscess) in the surrounding tissue. As the pus drains away, it can leave a small channel or tunnel behind. Anal fistulas can cause discomfort, skin irritation, unpleasant discharge, and usually do not heal spontaneously.

Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS)

Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows doctors to see inside the chest and lungs.

Visual field testing

Visual field testing checks how well you can see in all areas of your vision, including your side (peripheral) and central vision. It's used to find and monitor vision problems, especially those that might not appear in a regular eye exam.

Vitrectomy

A vitrectomy is the surgical removal of the vitreous humour (jelly-like substance) inside your eye.

Vitreo-retinal surgery

Vitreo-retinal surgery is typically performed to address a range of conditions and diseases that can affect the vitreous and retina.

Vulval lesion excision

Abnormal growths or ulcers in the opening of your vagina (vulva) are called vulval lesions. A vulval lesion excision is the removal of the lesions.

Vulvoplasty

A vulvoplasty creates all the parts of a vagina except for the vaginal canal. In choosing a cosmetic procedure you will not be able to have penetrative sex.

Weight loss surgery

There are several surgical procedures that can help you to lose weight and maintain weight loss. These include gastric band, gastric bypass, gastric balloon and sleeve gastrectomy.

Weight Management in Diabetes

Our weight management programme for diabetes provides you with expert, personalised support to make lasting lifestyle changes, which is vital for improving blood sugar control and reducing the risk of future health complications.

X-Ray Guided Facet Joint Injection

A facet joint injection involves injecting local anaesthetics and sometimes steroids into or around a facet joint. The local anaesthetics numb the nerves to the facet joint to give pain relief. The steroids reduce inflammation and may make the pain relief last longer.

Xanthelasma removal surgery

Xanthelasma removal surgery is a cosmetic eyelid procedure is used to remove cholesterol-filled skin lesions called Xanthelasma that appear around the eyelids.

YAG laser capsulotomy

A YAG laser capsulotomy is a procedure to treat 'after-cataract,' a common condition where the membrane behind your lens implant becomes hazy after your original operation. This quick and painless laser treatment creates a small, clear window in the cloudy membrane to let light pass through easily again.