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Welcome to London Bridge Hospital
Outstanding private healthcare in the heart of London
At London Bridge Hospital, you’ll receive expert care delivered with kindness, compassion and respect. Our consultants, specialist nurses and multidisciplinary teams work together to provide personalised treatment across a wide range of medical conditions.
Whether you’re visiting us for diagnostics, a second opinion, complex surgery, or cancer care, you’ll have access to some of the UK's leading clinicians and advanced facilities. We provide high-quality care that fits around your life with rapid access to the expertise you need, in a convenient central London location.
Our specialists diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions, with expertise spanning cardiac care, cancer care, digestive diseases, orthopaedics and spinal care, neurosciences, women’s health, urology and haematology.
Supported by modern inpatient facilities, specialist diagnostics, intensive care services and advanced operating theatres, our multidisciplinary teams deliver expert care for both routine and highly complex conditions.
Yes. We continually invest in the latest medical technologies to support our wider commitment to advancing medicine and expanding treatment possibilities for our patients.
In particular, we lead the private sector in robotic-assisted surgery technology. We were the first hospital in the UK to introduce the da Vinci Single Port (SP) system, further developing our minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery programme.
Our patients also have access to the Ion platform, a breakthrough technology that has transformed the way we diagnose lung nodules.
In addition, the renowned surgeons at London Bridge carry out some of the most technically advanced surgical procedures including living-donor liver transplants, minimal access cardiac surgery and complex cancer surgery.
We provide advanced medical treatments including Autologous Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (AHSCT) for eligible patients with multiple sclerosis and certain blood cancers. And we’re also a specialist referral centre for Alzheimer’s and dementia, offering access to the newly available treatments, lecanemab and donanemab.
We offer appointments in as little as 24 hours, with access to consultations, diagnostic tests and, if required, onward treatment plans, helping you get answers and support without delay.
For most of our services, we operate by appointment only to ensure timely and efficient care. In many cases, you can be seen by a consultant in as little as 24 hours, depending on availability and the type of service needed.
For non-life-threatening medical conditions, our Urgent Care Centre accepts walk-in patients.
Please note, if you have a medical emergency, you should call 999 or proceed to your nearest NHS A&E unit.
1000+ consultants
A community of expert consultants working in multidisciplinary teams
5 robots
Supporting the UK's largest private healthcare robotic surgery programme
6000+
Inpatient admissions annually
State-of-the-art diagnostics
With results in as little as 48 hours, getting you the answers you need without delay.
Fully personalised care
From routine tests to advanced diagnostics and complex surgical procedures.
Multiple medical specialties
Fast access to trusted experts across a wide range of specialties.
Our services
Specialist support for you and your loved ones
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.
Cancer care
Get fast, expert private cancer care at HCA UK. We offer advanced diagnostics, leading consultants, personalised treatment plans and innovative therapies, including clinical trials. With comprehensive support and state-of-the-art facilities across the UK, we provide exceptional cancer diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care tailored to your needs. Find the specialist, treatment or guidance you need today.
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.
Digestive health
The skilled multi-disciplinary teams at our digestive health hub have been helping patients with their digestive health for over 20 years and are equipped to treat the full range of gut health and gastrointestinal conditions, supported by consultant-led care.
Urology
The Urology department diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the male and female urinary tract and male reproductive organs. These include incontinence, impotence, male infertility and urological cancer.
Haematology
If you’ve been diagnosed with a blood cancer, our dedicated team of experts is committed to providing you with the highest standard of specialist care, from diagnosis to treatment and supportive care.
Hepato Pancreato Biliary Medicine
Hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) is a branch of medicine consisting of a wide range of services in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions of the liver, pancreas, gall bladder and bile ducts.
Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery
At HCA UK, our specialist HPB teams provide expert care for complex conditions affecting the liver, pancreas and bile ducts. With appointments in as little as 24 hours, you can have rapid access to diagnostics, multidisciplinary expertise and advanced surgical techniques.
MS Stem Cell Transplant
Autologous Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant (AHSCT) or Haematopoietic stem cells therapy (HSCT), is a recognised treatment in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) that aims to reset the immune system to halt the progression of MS.
Renal medicine (nephrology)
Our expert nephrologists diagnose and treat a wide range of kidney conditions, from high blood pressure, diabetic and chronic kidney disease to complex renal disorders. With access to advanced diagnostics and multidisciplinary care, we’ll create a fully personalised treatment plan to support your long-term kidney health.
Thyroid conditions
Lumps in the thyroid gland. HCA UK's experts can help to diagnose and treat a range of lumps, including thyroid lumps.
Women's health
We offer dedicated women’s healthcare at every stage of life. Discover our fast, thorough, specialist services and access the personalised care you need.
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.
Patient amenities
Your care is our priority
Experience exceptional care in modern, comfortable surroundings. At London Bridge Hospital, we combine leading clinical expertise with genuine human kindness, ensuring you feel supported throughout your time with us. From consultant-led care to dedicated nursing support and specialist physiotherapy services, every aspect of your experience is designed around your comfort and wellbeing
- Private en-suite bedrooms
- Accessible environment
- On-site Level 3 Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- JAG-accredited endoscopy unit
- Physiotherapy gym
- On-site pharmacy
- JACIE-accredited stem cell transplant unit
- Access to specialist dietitians and supportive care teams
The difference that defines us
Personalised Care
Care is about more than a treatment or procedure alone. From the moment you arrive, our teams focus on the details that matter most to you, taking a compassionate, tailored approach that helps you feel comfortable, confident and supported at every step.
Getting here
By train or underground
The hospital is a short walk from London Bridge station.
By bus
D1, P3, P11, 17, 21, 43, 141, 149, 388 and other services stop nearby.
By car
For those arriving by car, there are some street parking spaces nearby, or you can use the independent car parks at London Bridge or Tower Bridge.
Let's get started
Accessing private healthcare
Self-pay
You don't need private medical insurance to access expert care quickly. Whether you need a consultation, diagnostic test, treatment or surgery, you can self-fund your care and benefit from rapid access to leading specialists, advanced diagnostics and personalised support throughout your treatment.
And to give you peace of mind from the start, we’ll offer you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what’s included in your self-pay package.
Our locations
Your extended network
Urgent Care Centre at London Bridge Hospital
London Bridge Hospital 29 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Shard Outpatients
The Shard 32 St Thomas Street SE1 9BS London
Private Care at Guy's
Great Maze Pond SE1 9RT London
City of London - 31 Old Broad Street
City of London 31 Old Broad Street EC2N 1HT London
City of London - 120 Old Broad Street
City of London Outpatients 120 Old Broad Street EC2N 1AR London
Canary Wharf Outpatients
40 Bank Street Canary Wharf E14 5NR London
Sleep Centre at London Bridge Hospital
St Olaf House, 27 Tooley Street SE1 2PY London
London Lupus and Rheumatology Centre
1st Floor, St. Olaf House 27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Cardiac Clinic
Sixth Floor 27-29 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
Lung Nodule Clinic
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
How we work with doctors And Our Management team
Meet our team
At London Bridge Hospital, we’re supported by the expertise of leading consultants and multidisciplinary teams. This approach helps us to identify, diagnose and treat complex conditions quickly and effectively, making us the preferred choice for many patients in the UK choosing private care.
London Bridge Hospital FAQs
Yes, you can. Our consultant finder makes it easy to choose the specialist that's right for you. You can browse consultant profiles, areas of expertise and availability, helping you make an informed decision about your care.
You can stay in a range of hotels and serviced apartments within easy reach of London Bridge Hospital for family members and visitors. We also offer flexible visiting times, helping loved ones to stay connected and support patients throughout their care.
Our Urgent Care Centre is open for walk-in appointments between the hours of 8am and 7pm (last entry 6.45pm), Monday to Friday. The service is available for anyone aged 18 and over. Appointments cost £130.
Please note, for any life-threatening conditions, always call 999 or go to your nearest emergency department immediately.
If you have private medical insurance (PMI), simply follow the steps below to access care at London Bridge Hospital. We work with most medical insurers including Bupa, AXA, Aviva and Vitality among others:
- Check your insurance policy to ensure you know what treatments and services are
covered, including hospitals and consultants. - Visit your GP and get a referral – usually by letter. Many insurers require a GP referral for private consultations or treatments. When seeing your GP, mention that you would like to use your private medical insurance.
- Choose your consultant. Just visit our consultant finder to view our list of specialists and choose one.
- Contact your insurer. Once you have a referral, you’ll need to give your insurer the details of your condition and name your preferred consultant at London Bridge Hospital. It’s also good to ask if your treatment or consultant needs pre-approval. If it does, you should obtain an authorisation code for your procedure.
- Book your appointment online. Simply click ‘book online’ under your chosen consultant on our consultant finder.
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