NHS vs private autism assessment: what’s the difference, and is it worth it?
If you’re looking into an autism assessment for your child, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to go through the NHS or pay for a private assessment. Both routes can lead to the same outcome. The difference ...
What to expect on the day of carpal tunnel decompression surgery
Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of those conditions that starts as a minor inconvenience and quietly becomes much harder to ignore. The tingling at night, the weakness when gripping, the numbness that starts spreading, and eventually, surgery becomes the right ...
Can I get minor skin surgery on the NHS? What patients need to know
A mole that’s changed shape. A cyst that keeps flaring up. A skin tag that catches on clothing. For many people, these are small but persistent concerns, and the first question is almost always whether the NHS will deal with ...
Can private healthcare work alongside the NHS?
For many people, choosing private healthcare for the first time comes with a quiet but persistent worry: will going private affect my NHS care? Will I lose my place on a waiting list? Am I somehow stepping outside the system ...
Custom Ear Moulds: Who Needs Them and What Are They Used For?
If you have ever stuffed a foam earplug into your ear at a concert, wrestled with a swimming earplug that refuses to stay put, or given up on earplugs altogether because they are just too uncomfortable to sleep in, you ...
Fungal Toenail Infections: Why They Are Hard to Treat at Home and When to See a Podiatrist
You have probably noticed it gradually. A small yellowish patch under the tip of the nail that you put down to a knock or a bruise. Then the nail starts to thicken, the colour deepens, and the edges begin to ...
Looking for advanced expertise?
Our Consultant-led Minor Skin Surgery service provides specialist assessment and treatment for complex, delicate or cosmetic concerns.
