CaRi-heart technology
Revolutionary new technology to assess the risk of a serious heart condition or heart attack – many years before anything happens.
Get the HCA UK treatment
When you need fast access to expert care, choose the hospital network that’s focused on you.
Where you’re treated is your choice
And it’s a big one.
When you choose HCA UK, you’re choosing consultants who are leaders in their field. You’re choosing new and pioneering treatments. You’re choosing convenience, fast appointments and fully personalised support from your first consultation right through to treatment.
If you want to be looked after by a private hospital network that’s dedicated to giving you the gold standard of care, choose HCA UK.
When you choose HCA UK, you’re choosing consultants who are leaders in their field. You’re choosing new and pioneering treatments. You’re choosing convenience, fast appointments and fully personalised support from your first consultation right through to treatment.
If you want to be looked after by a private hospital network that’s dedicated to giving you the gold standard of care, choose HCA UK.
65+
locations across the UK
99%
success rate across all cardiac surgery*
97%
of orthopaedic patients recommend us**
Worried about your health, but not sure what to do?
Get in touch and ask for a same- or next-day GP appointment.
Have a referral and need to book?
You can book a test, scan or treatment today.
Unsure of your diagnosis?
Talk to a specialist and get the answers you’ve been looking for.
SERVICES
A wealth of expertise, focused on you
With more than 3,000 leading medical experts in hospitals, outpatient centres and GP practices right across the UK , you’ll have access to outstanding care when you need it most – from state-of-the-art diagnostics to advanced surgery and specialist therapies.
Cancer care
From the very first moment we meet, you can be assured that when you choose HCA Healthcare UK for your cancer care, you’re choosing a network of expertise and a wealth of experience, combined with the latest cancer treatments.
Cardiac care
Offering rapid, responsive care, and a wide range of diagnostic tests, we perform more cardiac procedures than any other UK private healthcare provider – with exceptional outcomes.
Dermatology
Our dermatology department specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the skin, hair and nails, from common problems such as eczema, acne and rosacea through to complex skin cancers.
Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
Also referred to as otorhinolaryngology, our skilled consultants diagnose and treat many health conditions related to the ear, nose and throat.
Fertility and reproductive medicine
Lister Fertility Clinic is one of the leading private fertility treatment centres in the UK, running IVF treatment and fertility clinics across London that are amongst the most successful in the country.
Neurology and Neurosurgery
Here at HCA UK we have a global reputation for successfully managing and treating the most challenging neurological conditions. With the best minds, theatres and intensive care units, along with specialist nursing teams, we are able to provide acute care for all our patients.
Orthopaedics and spinal care
Our leading orthopaedic specialists offer fully personalised care for everything from sports injuries and spinal conditions to joint replacements. With appointments in as little as 24 hours.
Paediatrics
Delivering specialist care and treatment to children and young people.
Dedicated healthcare for women
We offer dedicated women’s healthcare at every stage of life. Discover our fast, thorough, specialist services and access the personalised care you need.
Next-day appointments
See a specialist and get on the path to an expert diagnosis within 24 hours
State-of-the-art diagnostics
With results in as little as 48 hours
Wide-reaching expertise across the UK
Visit any one of 15 dedicated diagnostic centres in London, Manchester and Birmingham
Private healthcare made easy
How we can help
If you’re new to private healthcare, we make accessing our services as easy as possible for you and your family.
If you have private medical insurance and your treatment is covered, just ask your GP or insurer for HCA UK, and we’ll connect you with the right consultant for your condition.
And if you don’t have private medical insurance and don’t want to wait, that’s no problem. All our services can be paid for as and when you need them.
Our locations
The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place St John's Wood NW8 9LE London
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
Patient stories
How medical experts gave Nikki a second chance at life
‘I was given a chance to fight this cancer.’ Nikki was just 42 when she was told she had stage 4 ovarian cancer and that nothing could be done to treat it. Completely distraught, Nikki decided to explore whether she could get a second opinion elsewhere.
An annual health check identified my prostate cancer
In September 2019, John Dean went for his annual health screen - offered as part of his employer Rothschild & Co's health scheme. John was seemingly a fit and healthy 59-year-old with no signs or symptoms that suggested otherwise. However, this health screen prompted further tests, where it was discovered that John had prostate cancer. Here, John speaks about his experience and highlights just how important it was that he chose to attend his annual health screen.
Hana's recovery: Roaring back from a serious knee injury
Hana was a fearsome player on the pitch, but her commitment came at a price. In 2018 she tore her ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) and was seen by Mr Simon Thompson. He helped her get back to playing at a competitive level and Hana got to wear the England jersey she’d dreamed of. So, when she then suffered a meniscal tear in 2020, she knew who she was going to see.
FAQs
To book an appointment with one of our consultants, you’ll most likely need to request an open referral from your GP. They’ll provide you with a letter or email letting you know that you need further specialist treatment, or that you’ve decided to explore this option.
To book an appointment with one of our consultants, you’ll usually need an open referral from your GP. This is a letter or email confirming that you need further specialist treatment or wish to explore this option. If you’re not registered with a GP, can’t access one easily, or need an appointment quickly, you can use HCA UK's private GP service, available immediately .
To book an appointment with one of our consultants, you’ll usually need an open referral from your GP. This is a letter or email confirming that you need further specialist treatment or wish to explore this option. If you’re not registered with a GP, can’t access one easily, or need an appointment quickly, you can use HCA UK's private GP service, available immediately .
You can access some elective treatments without a referral. If you get in touch with our enquiries team, we'll talk you through how you can access our treatments and services.
We work with most insurers, so please contact your insurance company to check whether we can provide treatment under your policy. It helps to have your policy number and authorisation code ready when you get in touch. You can also visit our Consultant Finder to search for specialists and filter the results by insurer. That way, you can let your insurance company know which consultant you’d like to see. To book, either call 020 3993 4232 or book your appointment online.
If you want to pay for your treatment, please contact our self-pay team on 020 3733 0947. They can talk you through the procedure and the costs involved. Additional tests, treatment and consultant fees are not included in the cost of the procedure. Our team will explain everything clearly before you go ahead.
Yes. Over the last 10 years, we've invested over £500m in new technologies and facilities so you have access to the latest technology and a relaxing, modern environment built for your recovery. Many of our consultants are pioneers in their field, leading the world in medical research and innovation, and ensuring our patients have access to the latest treatments available.
Absolutely. You can see one of our GPs in person, online, or talk things through over the phone – whatever works best for you. If you’d like to book a GP or primary care appointment, you can either use our online form here, or call us on 020 3993 4232 (lines are open Monday to Friday 8am -5.30pm).
We have over 50 facilities, most of which are in Central London, with some others located in Birmingham and Manchester. Our consultant finder tool makes it easy to search by location and find someone who’s right for you.
Your consultant will explore all the options with you and make sure you’re completely comfortable with your treatment. Whether you need surgery or supportive therapy, our incredible network of more than 3,000 consultants can discuss various routes and provide fully personalised treatment plans.
Yes you can. We offer urgent care with no appointment needed at dedicated walk-in centres across London - all open 365 days a year. You’ll find adult urgent care centres in St John’s Wood, Chelsea, London Bridge and Marylebone, and a specialist paediatric centre at The Portland Hospital, and 94% of patients are seen within 15 minutes. Please note that for any life-threatening emergencies, you should always call 999. Find out more about urgent care, or call 020 3993 8657.
For non-urgent care, we can usually offer you an appointment within a few days of getting in touch. Some appointments can be in as little as 24 hours, subject to availability.
Some of our consultants are available for appointments on a Saturday, and we are happy to check who is available and at which hospital. Call 020 3993 4232 to find out more or click here to book an appointment.
Yes you can. You can search for the consultant online using our consultant finder, which will give you their clinic locations. We’ll always try to treat you at the most convenient location, although some treatments may only be available at specific sites.
Our consultant finder tool is designed to let you search for consultants by name, the locations they work at, or their medical specialty. Or, if you prefer, you can call us on 020 3993 4232 to discuss your options. We’re here to help, so if you’re not sure where to start, just ask.
“Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life”
*HCA UK Cardiac Audit Report, 2022-2024
**Based on our patient satisfaction survey at HCA UK hospitals