The Portland Hospital

The Portland Hospital Part of HCA Healthcare UK. As a hospital we specialise in the areas of paediatrics, maternity (obstetrics), gynaecology and breast care.

Specialising in the areas of paediatrics, maternity (obstetrics), gynaecology and breast care, we are the UK's only private hospital dedicated to the healthcare needs of women and children. The Portland Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, is the only private hospital in the UK dedicated to the healthcare of women and children with a dedicated paediatric intensive care unit. We offer a full range

of specialist paediatric care services for all ages (0-17) from hearing and allergies to spinal and orthopaedics. It has received a "Good" rating by the CQC.

01/08/2025

🎥 What is cardiovascular disease and what how important is early detection?

In our most recent Cardiac Risk at Work live panel session, hosted by HCA Healthcare UK and Jill Williams with Feel Good, we heard from Dr Niaz Khan, Chief Clinical Officer, HCA UK Primary Care who shared his insight into cardiovascular disease and the challenges around it.

Together with Sandip Patel, Consultant Cardiologist at London Bridge Hospital the session explored how early screening, education and awareness can improve outcomes for cardiovascular disease - the leading cause of death in the UK and globally.

🔗 Watch the panel session back on our YouTube channel here https://youtu.be/X9XUGJAUWlo?feature=shared

🔗 Find out more about our cardiac care at HCA UK here https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/services/departments/cardiac-care

🗓 Online Virtual Event Join Mr Rehan Salim, Medical Director of Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital for an ...
31/07/2025

🗓 Online Virtual Event

Join Mr Rehan Salim, Medical Director of Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital for an online virtual event on Monday 4th August, 6.00pm-7.00pm. ✨

Mr Salim will discuss Miscarriage and Recurrent Implantation Failure, and how we can help at Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital, offering expert insights and a live Q&A session.

👉 Register here: https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/79Y2-I5Y/lister-fertility-clinic-events-webpage

31/07/2025

“Do you get paid to play games?” 🎲Last year, young reporter Nico interviewed the fantastic Maddalena, a Lead Play Specialist at The Portland Hospital. ✨Our play specialists are at hand to help build your child’s confidence, encouraging them to share their feelings and feel at ease about a stay or upcoming procedure. We want our patients to remember their time in our hospital as much for compassion, comfort and safety as for the treatment they received.

We were delighted to host an engaging and informative evening yesterday in our Wellbeing Lounge, where the team from Lis...
30/07/2025

We were delighted to host an engaging and informative evening yesterday in our Wellbeing Lounge, where the team from Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital led another popular Fertility Open Evening. ✨

Attendees benefited from insightful presentations and a Q&A session covering fertility treatment options, egg freezing, embryology and the laboratory, and IVF counselling. The event featured Mr Rehan Salim, Medical Director; Dr Emmanuelle Mathieu d’Argent, Consultant in Reproductive Medicine; Hannah Andrews, Deputy Lab Manager; and Sarah Denning, IVF Counsellor.

The event was also supported by Practice Manager Ryan Geaney and Clinical Nurse Specialist Chloe Warford, who were available to address further questions from our guests. 

👉 Find out more about our fertility treatment options on our website: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/locations/hospitals/the-portland-hospital/lister-fertility-clinic-at-the-portland-hospital

30/07/2025

💧 What is hydrotherapy and how can it support neuro rehabilitation?

At our neuro rehab centre at The Wellington Hospital, hydrotherapy is more than just exercise in water. It’s a carefully guided therapy using physiotherapy techniques in a heated pool to support rehabilitation after injury, surgery and many other complex neurological conditions.

Whether a patient is recovering from an accident or regaining mobility after a stroke, the benefits of our hydropool provide a powerful environment for safe, supported movement.

🎥Meenal Dhir, Lead Physiotherapist at The Wellington Hospital talks us through our hydropool and shares how we’re helping patients through their neuro rehabilitation journey.

🔗 Find out more about our advanced technology for neurological rehabilitation here https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/services/departments/neurological-rehabilitation/technology-and-innovation

Ear, nose and throat (ENT) issues are common in children, but if symptoms like a blocked nose or a sore throat keep recu...
30/07/2025

Ear, nose and throat (ENT) issues are common in children, but if symptoms like a blocked nose or a sore throat keep recurring, they might be worth investigating.

Whether your child simply needs a short course of antibiotics or a routine surgical procedure, our consultants will be able to recommend a tailored treatment plan just for them. If they have surgery and stay overnight, they'll receive exceptional and one-to-one care from our experienced paediatric nursing team. ✨

👉 Find out more on our website here: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/services/departments/paediatrics/paediatric-ear-nose-and-throat

29/07/2025

Dr Maria Kalkani is an accredited Specialist in Paediatric Dentistry. She focuses on the oral health care of infants, children, and adolescents, including those with additional needs. Dr. Kalkani discusses the vital role that specialist paediatric dentists play when supporting children with additional needs.Dr Kalkani with her team operate regularly at The Portland Hospital. Appointments are available on Monday and from Wednesday to Friday. Find out more about Dr Kalkani here: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/finder/stepconsultantprofile/dr-maria-kalkani

29/07/2025

As comes to a close, we are continuing to raise awareness of these non-cancerous growths, made up of muscle and fibrous tissue that develop in or around your womb (uterus).

📽️ Here, Mr Raef Faris, Gynaecology and Fertility Consultant at The Lister Hospital answers three key questions about fibroids.

If you are concerned about fibroids, we have the experts to support you. Find out more here https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/conditions/fibroids -at-hca-uk

Do you have questions about your maternity care? Our dedicated enquiry line is here to help.Please contact us with regar...
28/07/2025

Do you have questions about your maternity care? Our dedicated enquiry line is here to help.

Please contact us with regards to maternity packages, delivery options, pricing and anything related to you personal maternity experience here at The Portland Hospital.

Call: 020 3553 3297 (option 3) or 07718 939 125 (call, text or WhatsApp)

Email: info.portland@hcahealthcare.co.uk

Celebrating World Embryologist Day 🌍Today, we’re celebrating the incredible work of embryologists and shining a spotligh...
25/07/2025

Celebrating World Embryologist Day 🌍

Today, we’re celebrating the incredible work of embryologists and shining a spotlight on one of our own at HCA Healthcare UK's The Lister Fertility Clinic.

Joining our team of 18 embryologists last year at Lister Fertility Clinic, Camilla has already made an amazing impact in the lab. Here she shares with us what her day-to-day looks like as an embryologist, what she enjoys most about her role and what people may find the most surprising!

“Our work varies depending on the lab rotation. The mornings typically see us checking embryos and updating patients on their embryo development, carrying out egg retrievals, fresh embryo transfers, biopsying blastocyst for genetic testing, preparing semen for inseminations and freezing eggs and embryos.

The afternoons are when we do the inseminations (fertilizing eggs by either doing IVF or ICSI), frozen embryo transfers, freezing of any additional embryos that develop throughout the day and of course admin.

People often don’t realise just how much responsibility we carry, or how precise and emotionally invested we are. We work almost entirely behind the scenes, working in total focus for hours in the lab. We have very little margin for error, almost everything we do is double witnessed and our attention to detail is at the highest level possible.

We are emotionally invested in all our patient cycles, regardless of whether it is their first cycle with us or third. While we celebrate successes, we understand that our work dramatically impacts the hopes of our patients, and we feel the heartache when outcomes aren’t what we hoped.

I am so passionate about the field of fertility, and I absolutely love what I do; having the ability to make a positive impact in people’s lives, makes being an embryologist such a privilege.”

Thank you to Camilla and all of our embryologists at HCA UK for your dedication and support to all of our patients.

An Innovation First at The Harley Street Clinic 🚨 We’re proud to share that Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiolog...
24/07/2025

An Innovation First at The Harley Street Clinic 🚨

We’re proud to share that Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist Dr Oliver Segal, supported by our exceptional cardiac team, has performed a UK private sector first with patient procedures this week using Medtronic Diabetes UK and Ireland Affera™ system – a ground-breaking pulsed field ablation technology for treating atrial fibrillation and complex arrhythmias.

The procedures were supported by Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist colleague, Dr Martin Lowe echoed, “We are thrilled to be able to exclusively offer the latest technology to patients for the treatment of heart rhythm abnormalities, the most innovative pulsed field ablation system on the market.”

🫀 In the UK, over 1.2 million patients have been diagnosed with heart rhythm disorders, including atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias.

💡 This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in the latest, most innovative technology, delivered by industry leading expert cardiac consultants to provide our patients with the best possible cardiac care and outcomes.

🔗Find out more about our cardiac care here https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/services/departments/cardiac-care?infinity=ict2~net~gaw~cmp~BAU%20-%20LDN%20SL%20-%20Cardiology%20-%20Consultants~ag~Brand%20-%20Cardiology~ar~714623172153~kw~hca%20cardiologists~mt~e&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=11902606505&gbraid=0AAAAADA-15ZNqTjBYs9xlB-UA30NjRjT4&gclid=Cj0KCQjws4fEBhD-ARIsACC3d2-aDkmpHTLMzNJ9Q4SENl1dXg6JovhnX9rOmQqN197xlBHtMr7KmJQaAqs4EALw_wcB

24/07/2025

Do you want to find out more about your fertility options, or need fertility support in 2025? ✨

Join the team at Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital for an in-house open evening on Tuesday 29th July 2025, 6pm – 8pm.

Meet our expert team, ask questions, find out more about our state-of-the-art facilities and gain insights into your fertility journey.

Spaces for this event are limited, so we recommend securing your place soon.

👉 Reserve your spot via the link in our bio!

: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/services/departments/fertility-and-reproductive-medicine/open-evening-at-lister-fertility-clinic

Offering eight-weeks of highly specialised antenatal classes, The Bump Class prepares you for childbirth, breastfeeding ...
23/07/2025

Offering eight-weeks of highly specialised antenatal classes, The Bump Class prepares you for childbirth, breastfeeding and parenting. To prepare you mentally, physically and emotionally for childbirth, your classes start in your final trimester✨

The Bump Class offers practical advice on how to best care for your health and wellbeing when experiencing the hormonal and psychological changes that come with pregnancy and childbirth.

Find out more on our website here: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/services/departments/maternity/the-bump-class

Dr Gergana Peeva recently attended The World Congress in Fetal Medicine, a leading global event that brings together top...
22/07/2025

Dr Gergana Peeva recently attended The World Congress in Fetal Medicine, a leading global event that brings together top experts committed to improving care for mothers and babies💕

This prestigious congress is a hub for groundbreaking innovation and holistic approaches, all aimed at enhancing pregnancy outcomes worldwide.

“My father had a history of heart disease. He was probably a bit overweight, ate the wrong things and didn’t do much exe...
21/07/2025

“My father had a history of heart disease. He was probably a bit overweight, ate the wrong things and didn’t do much exercise. I eat well and move a lot and thought that would give me a “get out of jail free” card.”

Steven, 58, was incredibly aware of the need to be healthy as a result of heart problems in his family history, so consequently was incredibly focused on keeping himself on top form.

Despite his efforts, following a health screen as part of his corporate package from work, a few concerns were noted. His cholesterol and blood pressure were slightly raised, with the latter linked to the jaw ache he had been experiencing, which is a common symptom of cardiac issues.

After a recommendation to see a cardiologist, Steven booked an appointment with Dr Oliver Guttmann at The Wellington Hospital.

Further tests and scans arranged by Dr Guttmann revealed significant blockages and coronary artery disease. Due to the severity of the condition, Steven remained as an inpatient and was then admitted for surgery, performed by Dr Guttmann and Mr Dincer Aktuerk.

📸Mr Aktuerk
🔗 Read the details of Steven’s story including his impressive recovery and how his experience has in turn led him to help others at The Wellington Hospital. https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/patient-and-visitor-information/patient-information/patient-stories/from-healthy-living-to-a-heart-bypass?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Referral+&utm_campaign=Cardiac&utm_content=StevensStory

On World Embryologist Day, Friday 25th July, our expert team of embryologists at Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland...
21/07/2025

On World Embryologist Day, Friday 25th July, our expert team of embryologists at Lister Fertility Clinic at The Portland Hospital are taking over our Instagram!

Get a behind-the-scenes look at their incredible work and ask them anything, from embryo development to lab processes.

Follow our Instagram and submit your questions here: www.instagram.com/theportlandhospital_hcauk

Join us for our next pregnancy open evening on Tuesday 22nd July, 5.30pm - 7.30pm. Our pregnancy open evening is free an...
18/07/2025

Join us for our next pregnancy open evening on Tuesday 22nd July, 5.30pm - 7.30pm.

Our pregnancy open evening is free and open to all. During the event you will have an opportunity to:

Meet our expert team including midwives, obstetric consultants and our maternity patient navigator.

Receive free one-to-one sessions to discuss your pregnancy and delivery plans. Our team will help guide you through the options available, and put together a delivery experience tailored to your specific needs.

Light refreshments will be provided and you’ll meet other expectant parents.

You will also have an opportunity to ask our team any questions about pregnancy or childbirth.

Reserve your space here: https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/79Y2-ATI/thank-you-for-completing-the-portland-pregnancy-open-evenings-registration

“I was up on a stepladder doing some DIY when I heard a crunch in my hip” As a keen runner who kept himself fit and acti...
18/07/2025

“I was up on a stepladder doing some DIY when I heard a crunch in my hip”

As a keen runner who kept himself fit and active, Darryck, in his late 40s, didn’t have any health worries. But everything changed when he suddenly felt an intense pain in his hip while working on his house.

He powered through for months by adjusting and adapting his lifestyle but deep down, he knew it wasn’t sustainable.

After a less-than-reassuring initial consultation elsewhere, Darryck met Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Giles Stafford at The Wellington Hospital.

“Giles talked me through the operation, he looked at my X-rays, he explained the issues I had, he wondered how I’d been going so long on my bad hip! He gave me the comfort that surgery was the right thing to do.”

🔗Read Darryck’s story and learn how his hip was rebuilt with state-of-the-art ceramic implants, resulting in him walking without crutches just days later and soon back on the golf course. https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/patient-and-visitor-information/patient-information/patient-stories/getting-back-to-the-fairway-darrycks-hip-replacement?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Referral+&utm_campaign=Orthopaedics&utm_content=Darryck

17/07/2025

Last week, we were joined by Claire Danson, Triathlete Champion and Professional Para-cyclist at The Wellington Hospital who shared her experiences and learnings from going through neuro rehabilitation.

In 2019, during a routine training ride, Claire collided with a tractor and sustained catastrophic injuries to her neck, spine, ribs, shoulders, lungs and her spine, leaving her paralysed from the chest down.

📽️ Watch here as Claire shares what she found key for her recovery, what others should look for in a neuro rehab centre and advice for others going through neuro rehabilitation.

16/07/2025

🎥 During our ‘Cardiac Risk at Work’ live panel, hosted by HCA Healthcare UK and Feel Good, Dr Sundip Patel, Consultant Cardiologist at London Bridge Hospital, highlighted the importance of early detection and the patient journey that begins with a key screening appointment.

Prioritising regular health screenings can play a crucial role in identifying risks early and supporting long-term health. Our private health screening packages provide clear, personalised insights to help you take informed steps towards your future wellbeing.

🔗 Learn more about our private health screening options here https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/services/gp-and-urgent-care/health-screening

At The Portland Hospital, the Women’s Health Physiotherapy team offer highly-specialised assessment and treatment for a ...
16/07/2025

At The Portland Hospital, the Women’s Health Physiotherapy team offer highly-specialised assessment and treatment for a variety of conditions to help you through your pregnancy and following delivery.

As well as inpatient care when you are in hospital, we also offer outpatient physiotherapy sessions, where your physio will help identify the cause of your problem.

Find out more on our website here: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/supportive-services/physio-for-pregnancy

“You need to advocate for yourself if you feel something isn’t right – no matter what you’ve been told. You know your bo...
15/07/2025

“You need to advocate for yourself if you feel something isn’t right – no matter what you’ve been told. You know your body and you shouldn’t have to continue in pain. It’s important we all make the most of life – and thanks to this surgery, I now can.”

Having being given a diagnosis, Alene was told that the fibroids probably wouldn’t be a problem and that even if they grew, there was nothing that needed to be done at that point.

After suffering with pain from the age of 12, when she was 26, Alene felt confident and compelled to push for further investigations. She trusted her instincts and got a second opinion with Mr Osama Naji, Consultant Gynaecologist at HCA UK’s Women's Health Centre on Harley Street.

“He was so sympathetic and understanding of my symptoms. He explained what fibroids were so clearly and how some affect certain parts of the body and why. Mr Naji also saw from one of the scans that one of the larger fibroids had attached to my bladder, causing pain and the frequency of passing urine to skyrocket.”

🔗 Read Alene's full story, and how having a robotic myomectomy at The Princess Grace Hospital significantly improved her symptoms and quality of life. https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/patient-and-visitor-information/patient-information/patient-stories/always-be-your-own-health-advocate-alenes-story?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Referral+&utm_campaign=WomensHealth&utm_content=AleneStory

"As an engineer, the benefits of robotic surgery are mind boggling - my recovery has been nothing short of a miracle. I ...
10/07/2025

"As an engineer, the benefits of robotic surgery are mind boggling - my recovery has been nothing short of a miracle. I have new faith in humanity after this experience.” - Gordon Murray, F1 engineering icon. 🏎️

When Gordon Murray, the man behind some of the most legendary supercars in history, was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer, he was referred to Professor Shaun Preston at London Bridge Hospital who specialises in Upper GI surgery, laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and endoscopy.

Gordon underwent robotic-assisted surgery using the most advanced robotic system in the UK, the Intuitive da Vinci Xi at London Bridge Hospital Just five months later, he was back to work and designing again.

🔗 Read more about this extraordinary story here https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/about-us/news-and-press-releases/from-supercars-to-super-surgeons?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Referral+&utm_campaign=GordonMurrayF1

📸 Patient and F1 Engineer, Gordon Murray
📸 Professor Shaun Preston with the da Vinci Xi used to perform Gordon’s surgery
📸 Gordon continuing his passion of drawing and designing supercars.

"During treatment my head was full of appointments, getting through treatment, and all the physical side effects. Once t...
09/07/2025

"During treatment my head was full of appointments, getting through treatment, and all the physical side effects. Once treatment finished, I had this feeling of being lost... The Wellbeing Space came at just the right time." - Stefanie

Adjusting to life after cancer treatment can be challenging, it’s not unusual to feel a mix of emotions once the routine of regular hospital visits has ended, and it can be hard to transition to a ‘new normal’. For many people connecting with others who are in a similar situation can help them to process their own emotions about coming to the end of their treatment.

The Wellbeing Space at The Christie Private Care, part of HCA Healthcare UK, part of HCA Healthcare UK, provides dedicated courses for people who are adjusting to life after cancer treatment, bringing together a community of patients who can talk openly about their experiences and feelings, whilst providing practical, expert led support for coping with life both during and after cancer treatment.

Today we’re sharing the first in a series of insights from people who have participated in The Wellbeing Space.

Stefanie, pictured here, was treated for breast cancer at The Christie Private Care. We spoke to her about her experience of The Wellbeing Space and what being part of this community means to her.

Read what Stefanie had to say here: https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/patient-and-visitor-information/patient-information/patient-stories/the-wellbeing-space-interview-with-stefanie

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Welcome to The Portland Hospital.

The Portland Hospital is the only private hospital in the UK dedicated to the healthcare of women and children. Specialising in the areas of paediatrics, maternity (obstetrics), gynaecology and breast care, we are uniquely suited to cater to the healthcare needs of women, children and their families.

The Portland Hospital is also the only private maternity unit in London with both paediatric and neonatal intensive care units on-site, allowing us to care for your child 24 hours a day. Both units combine advanced technology with the expertise of leading consultants and specialist nurses, providing high-quality care for babies aged from 30 weeks old to children up to 18. Combining a dedicated multidisciplinary team of staff of over 600 leading consultants and clinical nurses, with a continued investment in state-of-the-art medical technology, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality healthcare to our patients.