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One of the UK’s leading lung care providers
- Treatment for a broad range of lung conditions
- State-of-the-art diagnostics
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Lung care at HCA UK
Why choose us?
At HCA UK you’ll get the expert care and advice you need when you need it, with accelerated pathways to treatment tailored to your specific needs.
Our experienced lung care teams offer specialist care for all lung conditions, from common respiratory disorders to lung cancers and infectious diseases including tuberculosis.
And, should you need it, you’ll also have access to the most extensive private respiratory and thoracic offering - both surgical and non-surgical - in the UK with our thoracic surgery service.
Lung conditions can vary hugely vary both in terms of their severity and their treatment. Our specialists can help with diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of different lung conditions, from respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD and emphysema, through to lung cancer, tuberculosis and even sleep apnoea.
If you have a persistent cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or chest pain, or you’re coughing up excessive mucus or blood, these could indicate a lung condition that should be investigated.
Concerned about your symptoms?
Concerned about your symptoms?
If you’re experiencing common symptoms of a lung condition or think you may have increased risk of an underlying lung disease, we can help with a lung health check. It’s a low-dose CT scan of your chest, and you can get fast access to that check at most of our hospitals.
We’ll take detailed 2D and 3D images of your chest, which can help your consultant diagnose a range of conditions including cancers, asthma and infections.
We have some of the fastest, low-dose CT scanners in the UK, so you’ll get a clear diagnosis with very minimal exposure to radiation.
We’ll take detailed 2D and 3D images of your chest, which can help your consultant diagnose a range of conditions including cancers, asthma and infections.
We have some of the fastest, low-dose CT scanners in the UK, so you’ll get a clear diagnosis with very minimal exposure to radiation.
Treatment available across the UK
Hospitals in London, Birmingham and Manchester
Over 200 consultants to choose from
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Robotically assisted bronchoscopic lung biopsies
For an earlier and more accurate diagnosis of lung nodules
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LUNG CARE SERVICES
Conditions we treat
Whether your condition requires low-level management or urgent intervention such as surgery, you’ll receive fully personalised, one-to-one care from our specialist team.
Asthma
A common respiratory condition that affects both adults and children, causing breathing difficulties sometimes exasperated by external sources. The airways narrow and swell and produce extra mucus.
COPD
COPD is a term to describe lung conditions that cause breathing problems.
Emphysema
A long-term disease where the walls of the lung's air sacs gradually break down. Emphysema is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Interstitial lung disease (ILD)
Interstitial lung disease encompasses a range of different conditions - our respiratory experts can diagnose and treat you.
Lung cancer
Cancer that begins in the lungs is called primary lung cancer, and is one of the most common types of cancer in the UK. If you are diagnosed with lung cancer, you will have immediate access to our world-leading consultants and state-of-the-art hospitals
Lung nodules
Malignant Mesothelioma
A mesothelioma is a malignant tumour that develops on the pleura (lung lining). Should you be diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma, we're dedicated to providing you with the highest level of personalised treatment and care, led by our team of experts
Pleural disease
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Pleural effusion
We're proud to work with leading experts across a range of medical fields, whose skills are matched by their integrity and compassion.
Pulmonary vascular disorders
Disorders affecting the pulmonary system. HCA UK can diagnose and treat a range of heart and lung disorders.
Sleep apnoea
As well as a dedicated centre at London Bridge, we also offer tests and treatment across our HCA UK network.
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS)
From complex nerve surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional peripheral nerve care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Thymoma
Tuberculosis (TB)
If you experience the symptoms of TB, our respiratory consultants are able to diagnose and treat you.
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Diagnosis and treatment
You’ll have access to advanced diagnostics, including position-sensing robotic navigation bronchoscopy (ION platform) and high-resolution imaging, all of which help us to detect problems earlier and act faster.
Bronchial challenge test
This straightforward assessment measures lung sensitivity to diagnose asthma
Bronchoscopy
A bronchoscopy is a test to look at your trachea and airways around your windpipe, and take samples for diagnosis and treatment. purposes.
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)
AN ASSESSMENT OF YOUR HEART AND LUNG FUNCTION
A CPET tests how well your heart and lungs work during exercise by monitoring heart rate, blood pressure and breathing
Endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS)
A minimally invasive test to help diagnose conditions of the airways by taking tissue samples from the lungs and lymph nodes.
Full Lung Function Test
Pulmonary function test. A breathing test that measures how well your lungs are working.
Position-sensing Robotic Navigation Bronchoscopy (ION platform)
Polysomnography and home sleep studies
Lung biopsy
If you experience lung problems, our expert radiologists can carry out a lung biopsy to help diagnose your condition
Spirometry Test
A simple non-invasive test of lung capacity and lung function. Spirometry is a common diagnostic test used to assess how quickly you can move air into and out of your lungs.
Test for asthma
FRACTIONAL EXHALED NITRIC OXIDE (FENO) TEST
Using the FeNO test to measure the level of nitric oxide in your lungs can give an indication of asthma
Locations
Where can I access lung care services?
You can access HCA UK’s specialist lung care services in our renowned hospitals in London and Cheshire and in our flagship Birmingham hospital, The Harborne. Across hospitals and treatment centres, you’ll have access to some of the country’s most respected experts who can help, from initial consultation through to treatment and next steps.
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Harborne Hospital
Mindelsohn Way B15 2FQ Birmingham
The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road Wilmslow SK9 1NY Cheshire
The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road SW1W 8RH London
The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place W1U 5NY London
The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place St John's Wood NW8 9LE London
Accessing private health care
Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all our private healthcare services – from private GP appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
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.
Lung care FAQs
At HCA UK, we believe that many expert heads deliver the best answers. That’s why we take a collaborative multidisciplinary team approach, regularly coming together across specialisms and cases to discuss complex thoracic oncology and other lung problems. This cross-pollination of ideas helps us to make more accurate diagnoses and shape truly first-class treatment pathways.
Yes, we can. Lung nodules are usually benign, and don’t automatically mean something more serious is going on, but they should always be checked by a specialist consultant.
We have the first private hospital in the UK to use the Ion™ platform (position-sensing Robotic Navigation Bronchoscopy) which helps us diagnose previously difficult to reach lung nodules. It’s a fast diagnostic tool that can remove months of waiting and help determine appropriate treatment much earlier.
We have the first private hospital in the UK to use the Ion™ platform (position-sensing Robotic Navigation Bronchoscopy) which helps us diagnose previously difficult to reach lung nodules. It’s a fast diagnostic tool that can remove months of waiting and help determine appropriate treatment much earlier.
The single biggest way to keep your lungs healthy is to avoid smoking or quit as soon as possible. Other ways to help keep your lungs in good condition include maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly and staying up to date with any vaccinations such as the flu jab.
Lung care stories
Nick's story: Getting back on my feet after a rare thymoma diagnosis
In November 2020, Nick Farrow was due to undergo surgery at Norwich Hospital, but in a tale with many twists and turns, he instead underwent robotic thoracic surgery at London Bridge Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK. Here, Nick shares his healthcare journey with us, and how fortunate he feels that he was able to benefit from the unique expertise of The London Bridge Thoracic Services team at London Bridge Hospital when he needed it most.
“Everyone I met was so lovely. I was asked on the hospital feedback form if I’d like to mention specific members of staff but there were just too many to name.”
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