Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital

17/06/2025

💬 Tuesday's Testimonial, 17/06 - Hospital staff can forget that their 'every day' plateau is shared with a patient's 'once-in-a-lifetime' peak and trough.

What feels routine to staff - checking in, explaining procedures, offering reassurance - might be remembered by someone for the rest of their life.

Our team never underestimates the power of presence, empathy, and kindness in healthcare. Every interaction matters. 💚

13/06/2025

💚🔵 Men’s Health Week - Friday:
Aquablation - Innovation in Action 💧

Parkside Hospital offers Aquablation therapy – a groundbreaking treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that affects many men as they age).

Here’s why Aquablation is a game-changer:

✅ Minimally invasive approach
✅ Faster recovery times
✅ Reduced risk of complications

This advanced procedure is performed using our AquaBeam Robotic System, combining precision with innovation.

📞 Want to learn more? Call us on 020 8971 8000, or visit our website: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/parkside/treatments/aquablation-therapy

12/06/2025

💚🔵Men’s Health Week - Thursday: targeted prostate treatment🎯

At Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital, we offer High Intensity Focused Ultrasound – a non-invasive treatment for prostate cancer that’s still contained within the gland.

Using the advanced Sonablate® device, our team delivers real-time ultrasound feedback and fully customizable treatment – ensuring maximum precision and minimal side effects.

This service is led by Professor Hashim Ahmed, a two-time Prostate Specialist of the Year and internationally renowned expert – so you can feel confident you’re in the very best hands.

🖱️➡️ Learn more about HIFU and how it could help you or a loved one:
https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/parkside/treatments/high-intensity-focused-ultrasound-hifu

11/06/2025

💚🔵 Men’s Health Week – Wednesday: Precision with Robotic Surgery 🤖

Meet the Intuitive da Vinci Xi...
..our robotic-assisted surgical system that empowers surgeons to perform complex procedures with enhanced precision and control.

Parkside Robotic Surgery Lead - Mr Hasan Qazi - explains:

💬 “The da Vinci transforms how we approach complex surgeries such as prostatectomy, hysterectomy, and colorectal cancer procedures.

Its precision helps protect healthy tissue and supports faster recovery for patients. Global clinical evidence continues to show the significant benefits this system brings.” 💬

10/06/2025

💚🔵 Men’s Health Week | Tuesday | Rapid Access = Rapid Answers ⚡ 💡

Yesterday, we highlighted the importance of PSA testing for men over 50.
But what happens if the results are abnormal? That’s where our RAPID Access Prostate Imaging & Diagnosis service steps in.

🏥 ONE-STOP VISIT (>4 hours):

✅ Clinical Nurse Specialist assessment and tests
✅ Advanced Prostate MRI and immediate expert report
✅ Ultrasound, to investigate the bladder and flow rate
✅ Review results with a prostate specialist Consultant Urologist

🧠 AFTER DIAGNOSIS:

✅ Our team works across specialties to create a bespoke treatment plan.
✅ Fully prepared to treat anyone with a full complement of advanced, sophisticated treatment options (more on this in tomorrow's post...)

More info on our website: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/parkside/rapid-prostate-diagnosis

09/06/2025

💚 🔵 Men’s Health Week 2025: Strategic Solutions for Men 🔵💚

Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital is proud to be the among London's most advanced centres for diagnosis and treatment of men’s health conditions.

This week, we’re highlighting our expert-led, leading-edge approaches to prostate health, starting with the most important step - early detection.

🩺 MONDAY: IT STARTS WITH A CONVERSATION

Patients over 50 (or over 45 with a family history) should book an appointment with a GP about a PSA test - early detection saves lives.

At Parkside:
✅ Same or next-day GP appointments
✅ On-site blood testing
✅ Longer consultations—so you never feel rushed

Learn more about our Private GP service: 🖱️ ➡️: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/parkside/private-gp-service-at-parkside-hospital

Let’s start the conversation—and take action together.

05/06/2025

We were saddened to hear about former US President Joe Biden’s recent diagnosis with advanced prostate cancer.

Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital is committed to ensuring that all men have timely access to specialist care.

✅ Our RAPID Access Prostate Pathway enables men with an elevated PSA level to be seen quickly and efficiently. This includes fast-tracked appointments with a consultant, high-quality prostate MRI scans and, if required, prompt prostate biopsies.

✅ We are also proud to champion minimally invasive treatments for prostate cancer, using state-of-the-art robotic surgery. Our team has recently reached a significant milestone - having performed 100 robotic prostatectomies.

Mr Wissam Abou-Chedid, the Consultant Urological Surgeon who performed the 100th procedure, commented:

💬 “Robotic surgery allows us to treat prostate cancer effectively while offering patients excellent oncological outcomes, optimal preservation of function, and a rapid recovery.

I feel incredibly fortunate to work alongside the fantastic team at Parkside - dedicated professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding care to every patient.

I strongly encourage men across the UK to see their GP or a specialist for a simple PSA blood test, especially those over 50, or over 45 with a family history of prostate cancer.” 💬

Early detection saves lives. Don’t wait - get checked. 💚

More info about our RAPID access prostate clinic 🖱️➡️: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/parkside/rapid-prostate-diagnosis

31/01/2025

Low on energy this winter? Feel like a midday nap might help?

Find out how to nap the right way, with expert tips on resting and recharging during the day.

https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/article/day-napping-benefits-tips

06/01/2025

What are your New Year's resolutions?

Focus on healthy habits and specific goals that last all year long. 🎯

11/12/2024

✅ We have completed our 500th Stryker Mako robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery! 👨‍⚕️🤖

A huge thank you to everyone who made this possible - with special thanks to our marvelous theatre team, Mr Giles Heilpern and all the orthopaedic surgeons who have contributed to this milestone.

Here's to the next 500! 💚

Nuffield Health

06/12/2024

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29/11/2024

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22/11/2024

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22/11/2024

Have you tried interval training? 💥 You could be boosting your endurance and mixing up your routine with HIIT, pyramid intervals and more. Personal Trainer Jamie Ramage explains everything you need to know via the link in bio!

Nuffield Health Wellbeing Personal Trainer Jamie Ramage explains what interval training is, what it's good for, and when we should be doing it.

18/11/2024

Did you know that a quarter of deaths in the UK are caused by cardiovascular disease? Our cardiac expert Helen Alexander shares the three best types of exercise you can do to protect your heart in The Mirror.

18/11/2024

⚠️ Attention - did a recent blood test show a high PSA score?

Our new RAPID Access Prostate Imaging and Diagnosis service provides access to some of the UKs leading minds on prostate health, like Mr Hasan Qazi, our urological robotic surgery lead.

In one visit of up to four hours, our service provides:

✅ Assessment and tests with a prostate Clinical Nurse Specialist
✅ MRI prostate (and ultrasound, if needed), reported by a sub-specialist radiologist.
✅ Consultation with a prostate sub-specialist Consultant Urologist, like Mr Qazi.

Every clinician in the pathway is specialised in prostate conditions, and we provide the full range of possible treatment options.

More about our gold-standard service on our website: https://www.nuffieldhealth.com/hospitals/parkside/rapid-prostate-diagnosis

16/11/2024

Alexander Arnold vs Henderson vs Saka...

Our Football Fan Challenge is back! The players teamed up with our fans to take on a series of challenges to see who came out on top 🏆⚽

What are your predictions?! Tune in to find out how they got on!

15/11/2024

Stereotypes and stigma can prevent men from talking about their mental health. Our Mental Health Prevention Lead, Lisa Gunn, explained to The Independent how a healthy lifestyle can help.

Many men find it difficult to open up about how they are feeling.

13/11/2024

Concerned About Heart Health? ❤️ Heart health issues can impact anyone, but there’s good news! Here are 5 steps you can take to protect your heart and lower your risk of heart disease.

Nuffield Health Physiotherapy Manager and Cardiac Rehabilitation Lead, Helen Alexander, shares five lifestyle changes you can make to help improve your heart health.

11/11/2024

Our Consultant Rheumatologist spoke to The Independent about why Vitamin D is so important for our bone health and what foods we can find it in.

But why is vitamin D so important for our bone health, and what foods can we find it in?

09/11/2024

Did you know that men are generally less likely to seek medical help than women? Traditional ideas about masculinity and the fear of bad news often hold men back from check-ups, which can mean missing early signs of health issues.

65% of men put off seeking medical help as long as possible - and even when they do go, 37% admit to withholding information. 📉

It's important to remember that doctors are trained professionals who know how to make patients feel comfortable and supported, no matter the issue!

Research shows that men are less likely than women to seek medical help or advice. Traditional views on masculinity and fear of bad news are just two of the most common reasons men give for putting off check-ups. This can lead to potentially harmful con...

06/11/2024

As the weather gets colder and darker, you might be feeling a seasonal wave of loneliness. Our mental health expert recently shared her top tips on how to combat this with The Independent. ⬇️

Write down your feelings, join a local club or call your loved ones, say the experts.

04/11/2024

It's ! We all feel stressed sometimes, but if it's affecting your day-to-day life, it could be burnout.

Compare the symptoms below and click here for expert advice and coping mechanisms ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YycFNM

03/11/2024

Should you worry about testicular cancer? While relatively uncommon, staying informed can mean earlier diagnosis and treatment. Our expert busts the myths, gives you the facts, and lets you know whether or not you should be worried. ⬇️

Testicular cancer is relatively uncommon and little understood. Get the facts with our expert guide.