GP Referral Guide

GP Referral Guide
2015
Welcome to Rivers Hospital
Welcome to Rivers Hospital, part of the Ramsay Health Care Group and a
leading private hospital, situated in quiet landscaped grounds in Sawbridgeworth,
Hertfordshire, just 25 minutes from London Stansted Airport. The hospital opened in
1992 and has received constant investment since then resulting in the latest medical
facilities for diagnosis and treatment.
Each patient can enjoy complete privacy and comfort during their stay in one of 59
en-suite bedrooms, equipped with satellite television, telephone and Wi Fi. Our highly
trained team of nurses and healthcare assistants provide exemplary care throughout
each patient’s stay.
Private patients benefit from rapid access to this high quality clinical care through our
Premium Care service. This is offered to those with private medical insurance and
those who self-pay, and is described in more detail on page 5.
The hospital is regulated and audited by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The
latest inspection report can be viewed at www.cqc.org.uk
We are proud to work in partnership with some of the best qualified and most experienced
consultants locally most of whom also have substantive posts within the NHS. A full list of
their names and special interests can be found in the second part of this guide. We
have also included information on the hospital’s services, referral processes, and how
we can support you with education and training. We hope you will find the information
useful but please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or if we can help in
any way.
Main hospital switchboard:
01279 600 282
For more information on our hospital, please visit:
www.rivers-hospital.co.uk
Contents
Page
Update from the Rivers Hospital
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Clinical Information and Quality Summary
2
Why Refer Privately
3
Why Refer to Ramsay Health Care UK
4
The Premium Care Difference and Accessing Treatment
5
How to Refer
6
GP Liaison
7
Useful Contacts
8
Diagnosing the Problem
9-10
Pathology Services
11
Physiotherapy and Sports Injury
12
Medical Services
13
Cancer Services
14
Ramsay Cardiothoracics
15
Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit
16-17
Back Pain and Spinal Care
18
Screening Services
19-20
Cosmetic Surgery
21
Ramsay Weight Loss Service
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Consultant list
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Update from the Rivers Hospital
Rivers Hospital offers a wide range of treatments and services. The four fully equipped
theatres with lamina flow (ultra clean air technology) are particularly suitable for
orthopaedic procedures offered such as arthroscopy, hip and knee replacement.
Continuous investment
We are delighted to confirm that planned developments for 2015/16 include:
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Fifth theatre
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12 bed day case unit
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Two additional consulting rooms
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New cancer centre incorporating radiotherapy and chemotherapy delivery
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More car parking
Partnerships with local charities
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Dexa scanning facility for measuring the amount of calcium in bones most
commonly used for osteoporosis diagnosis
•
Helen Rollason Cancer Support Centre
Governance and accreditation
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JAG 2013
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BUPA approved bowel cancer unit
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BUPA approved breast cancer unit
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Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration
Awards
Rivers Hospital was honoured to be awarded The Patients’ Choice 2015 award by
Private Healthcare UK for the second year running.
Private Healthcare UK is an independent website which compares private hospitals
and clinics throughout the UK and allows patients to leave detailed reviews on the
positive and negative aspects of their care.
The hospital also won gold in the Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best
Practice. This was achieved in recognition of the work done to reduce energy
consumption, waste to landfill, CO2 emissions and introduction of a Green Travel Plan.
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Clinical Information and Quality Summary
Infection Rates: Rivers Hospital has a very low rate of
hospital acquired infection and has had no reported
MRSA Bacteraemia MRSA Bacteraemia
in over seven years.
Outcome Data Quarter 3 2014
MSSA 0%
CQC compliance; 100% for all
outcomes inspected
Unplanned Transfer to ITU 0%
C.Diff 0%
Unplanned return to theatre for
bleeding 0.1%
MRSA 0%
Nurse to patient average Ratio
Nurse to patient ratio is assessed and changed daily to match the acuity of the patients.
The average number of qualified staff to adult patient is 1:5 on the ward, HDU 1:2. Children
to Paediatric nurse is an average of 1:3, all of our paediatric nurses are dual trained and
therefore can care for both children and adults.
100%
of Rivers’s patients
agreed that they were
treated with respect
and dignity
97.7%
rated River’s quality
of care excellent/very
good
97%
of patients, who
responded, received
answers from the
doctors that they could
understand
97.7%
100%
of patients, who
responded, said they
would be likely or very
likely to recommend
Rivers Hospital to
family and friends
were satisfied with the
overall experience
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Why Refer Privately
Almost £1 billion a year is forfeited by the NHS treating patients with private medical
insurance who could fund their own treatment. Not just this but there are a number of
reasons why referring privately might be beneficial:
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For rapid access to diagnosis and treatment, appointments are guaranteed within
72 hours.
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For consultant-led care and if you want to refer to a particular consultant.
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If your patient wants to choose a convenient appointment time.
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If your patient wants to recuperate in a private ensuite bedroom.
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For procedures of limited clinical effectiveness not currently being funded by the NHS.
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If your patient has private health insurance.
Self-pay Patients
Many operations, particularly day case procedures, are more affordable than you may
think and at Ramsay Health Care we have noticed an increase in patients choosing to
pay for their own treatment. Our Fixed Cost Care scheme is designed to offer a range
of all-inclusive package prices to cover all nursing and medical care, the hospital stay
and consultants’ fees. This gives patients the peace of mind of knowing everything
they need is covered.
Insured Patients
Rivers Hospital is accepted by and has direct payment agreements with all of the major
health insurance companies, including BUPA and AXA-PPP.
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Why Refer to Ramsay Health Care UK
Ramsay Health Care was established in 1964 and has grown to become a global
hospital group operating over 200 hospitals and day surgery facilities across Australia,
the United Kingdom, Indonesia and France.
Within the UK Ramsay Health Care is one of the leading providers of independent
hospital services in England, with a network of 36 facilities across the UK. Ramsay
Health Care UK is well-respected in the industry for operating quality private hospitals
and for its excellent record in hospital management and patient care. These features
help to attract leading specialists to work in our facilities.
Locally Ramsay Health Care has five facilities in the eastern region including The Orwell
Private Cardiothoracic Unit. The unit is located within Basildon University Hospital to
provide patients with a wide range of heart and lung conditions access to ‘The Best of
Both Worlds’ – the experience of private healthcare with the clinical backup of a large
acute NHS facility.
North
Mids
East
South
Eastern region of Ramsay Hospitals
1.
Oaks Hospital, Colchester
2.
Orwell Private Cardiothoracic
Unit, Basildon
3.
Pinehill Hospital, Hitchin
4.
Rivers Hospital,
Sawbridgeworth 5.
Springfield Hospital,
Chelmsford
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The Premium Care Difference and
Accessing Treatment
Setting the standard for private healthcare
When patients choose Rivers Hospital for their treatment they can expect the highest
quality patient care modern medicine has to offer. Private patients will receive a
package of benefits called ‘Premium Care’ and fast access to healthcare without
waiting for weeks.
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Guaranteed to see a consultant specialist of your choice
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Appointment times that suit you
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Outpatient appointment guaranteed within 72 hours
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Fast track treatment and diagnostics
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Pre-operative individual assessment
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Surgery whenever convenient
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Private single room with en suite facilities
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Priority discharge
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Dedicated car parking
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A la carte menu
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Room benefits including free newspaper, luxury toiletries and TV choice
* Where clinically appropriate
Choosing a consultant and knowing they will be delivering the care is a key element of
Premium Care. Please use the online search on our website to review our consultant
profiles: www.rivers-hospital.co.uk
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How to Refer
General Referrals
GPs can refer a patient for an outpatient consultation, diagnostic tests or treatment
by writing to the appropriate consultant, or through the GP hotline to book the right
appointment faster.
GP referral hotline:
0800 564 2877
Referral letters may be faxed via our dedicated GP free fax line on:
0800 564 2855
Online referrals for private patients:
www.ramsayhealth.co.uk/patientreferral
Member ID: Ramsayonline Password: Ramsaygp
A 24-hour admission service (including urgent admissions):
0800 212 715
Direct Access Services
Patients may be referred directly to the following services:
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Open access endoscopy (gastroscopy
and flexible sigmoidoscopy)
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Sports injury service
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Radiology inc. X-ray, ultrasound, MRI,
CT, fluoroscopy, contrast studies,
bone densitometry dental
•X-rays
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Pathology services including
haematology, histology, cytology,
microbiology
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Rapid breast diagnostic clinic
•Physiotherapy
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GP Liaison
Our aim is to provide a personalised service for you, ensuring you have an individual
point of contact at Rivers Hospital and an efficient pathway for your patients at all times.
As such our dedicated GP Liaison Officer, Denise Benfield, is always happy to help with
a variety of queries from patient referrals to education and training.
Through our GP Liaison we offer the following support to help you advise and care for
your patients:
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A dedicated zone on our website at: www.rivers-hospital.co.uk/professionals
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A comprehensive programme of CPD events and training.
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Opportunities for Lunch Learn education within your surgery (minimum numbers apply).
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Resuscitation training.
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Convenient and easy to use online referral system.
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Friendly and helpful personal contact for any queries.
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Annual directory of services and regular hospital updates.
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Referral forms, deskpads, and other free resources for your surgery.
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Marketing support such as advertising in your practice brochures or websites.
Please contact Denise Benfield, GP Liaison Officer on:
07980 006 104
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Useful Contacts
Appointments
Premium Care Inpatient Bookings
Premium Care Outpatient Appointments
Self-Pay or Premium Care Enquiries
Physiotherapy Appointments
Radiology Appointments
NHS Office
01279 602 636
01279 602 675
01279 602 644
01279 602 632
01279 602 624
01279 602 672
Clinical Departments
Meadow Ward
01279 602 670
Orchard Ward
01279 602 662
Outpatient Nurses
01279 602 655
Pharmacy
01279 602 657
Phelbotomy
01279 602 656
Management
General Manager
01279 602 648
Matron
01279 602 647
Operations Manager
01279 602 219
Clinical Managers
Radiology
01279 602 658
Pharmacy
01279 602 625
Pathology
01279 602 656
Physiotherapy
01279 602 632
Outpatients
01279 602 219
Wards
01279 602 694
Theatres
01279 602 696
GP and Consultant Liaison
GP Liaison Officer
07980 006 104
Enquiries email: [email protected]
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Diagnosing the Problem
Imaging Department
The Imaging Department is staffed by experienced professionals and is equipped with
state-of-the-art equipment, including its own 64 slice CT scanner and Siemens 1.5
Tesla MRI scanner, Ultrasound, Digital Fluoroscopy, Digital Mammography and a Dexa
Scanner.
The range of services on offer includes:
Ultrasound scanning
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Early pregnancy (8-12 weeks)
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Anomaly scan 20-22 weeks)
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Baby sexing scan (24 weeks)
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Aortic Aneurysm
•Breast
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Cardiac (Echo cardiology)
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Doppler (Vascular)
•Abdominal
•Renal
•Pelvic
DIGITAL Fluoroscopy / Contrast studies
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All Barium studies
•Herniograms
•Hysterosalpingograms
•Arthrograms
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Intravenous Urograms (IVU)
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Screening (for over 40s)
•
Musculo skeletal
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CT Guided injections for pain
management
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CT Heartscan™ (CT Calcium Scoring)
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CT guided pain management
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Musculo skeletal
Micturating cystograms
(Uro-dynamics)
Digital Mammography
•Symptomatic
Plain films
•
Dental–Intra Oral OPGs
CT
•
CT Coronary Angiogram
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CT Colonography
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CT Dental Implantology Planning
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CT Urography
MRI
•Breast
•MRCP
•MRA
Dexa Scanner for osteoporosis
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•Neurology
•Gastroenterology
Diagnosing the Problem
The department also offers diagnostics for sports and back injuries.
For plain films, appointments can be offered as early as the day of referral. For other
procedures, depending on the preparation and speciality, an appointment will be
offered within the next 72 hours.
GPs can now refer directly for MRI, CT and Ultrasound. Appointments are offered
within 72 hours with prompt reporting of results back to the GP.
Imaging Department opening hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am – 8.00pm
Saturday 8.30am – 1.00pm
Direct Number:
01279 602 624
Endoscopy
Rivers offers direct access to Gastroscopy and Flexible Sigmoidoscopy in its specially
designed Day Unit and is fully equipped to offer the following procedures:
Gastroscopy
Examination of the oesophagus, stomach and duodenum
Sigmoidoscopy
Examination of the lower bowel, biopsy and polyp removal
Colonoscopy
Large intestine examination for inflamed tissue, abnormal growths, ulcers and bleeding
Capsule Endoscopy
Examination of the small bowel via an ingestable disposable camera in a pill
CT Colonography
Visual examination of the bowel using CT Scanning
For more information please call:
01279 602 644
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Pathology Services
The Pathology Department’s phlebotomy service is available routinely, although a
referral from a clinician is still required for all tests. Pathology specimens are tested
by CPA accredited laboratories, based at Rivers Hospital, with fast turnaround times.
Most results can be made available in 24-48 hours.
The department’s services include:
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Histology and Cytology (including smear testing, liquid
based cytology and one-stop breast clinics)
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Microbiology (including MRSA screening, routine culture/sensitivity)
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Haematology (including full blood count, ESR, coagulation)
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Biochemistry (including UE, LFT, TFT, tumour markers and G.T.T by appointment)
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Serology (including auto antibodies, rheumatoid testing)
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Blood transfusion service, (including group and cross matching)
Results will be faxed to the referring clinician.
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Physiotherapy and Sports Injury
Physiotherapy uses evidence based treatment methods to restore previous lifestyle
and activity levels. Therapies used are dependent on dysfunction and goals and
include electrotherapy, shockwave, exercise, manual therapy, sports massage and
aquatic therapy.
The Physiotherapy department is staffed by professional and experienced clinical
Chartered Physiotherapists. They work to Physiotherapy Chartered Society Standards
supporting best practice and excellence in patient care.
The department contains six spacious treatment rooms and a large fully equipped
gym. All physiotherapy patients have a treatment plan established on assessment by
their physiotherapist, which is regularly reviewed during the course of physiotherapy
treatment.
Referrals are accepted from Consultants and GP’s. Self-paying patients may refer
themselves for physiotherapy. Discharge reports are sent to the patient and their GP
or Consultant when the patient has completed treatment. Packages of care can be
provided for patients with long term rehabilitation requirements. Links with a local
health club make it possible to provide aquatic therapy sessions when necessary.
Physiotherapy opening hours
Monday 7.30am – 5.30pm
Thursday 7.30am – 8pm
Wednesday 7.30am – 8pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm
Tuesday 7.30am – 8pm
Friday 7.30am – 5.30pm
Direct line:
01279 602 632
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Medical Services
Premium Care patients benefit from a wide range of medical services. A consultant
works closely with the nursing team to ensure the very best care and personally
manages patients.
These services include:
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Respiratory care
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Post-operative rehabilitation services
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Pulmonary services
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Geriatric services
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Rheumatology services
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Dermatology services
Cancer Services
Rivers Hospital prides itself in providing excellent services to cancer patients, including
diagnostic tests, treatment and support services.
Governance and accreditation
BUPA approved breast cancer unit
BUPA approved bowel cancer unit
Care Quality Commission (CQC) registration
Links to Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) associated with Cancer Network
Diagnostic imaging facilities including:
Digital mammography
Ultrasound
X Rays
CT (including CT colonography)
MRI
One Stop Rapid Diagnosis Breast Clinic
for symptomatic patients (same day
results for most tests)
Specialist care and treatment
Diagnostic pathology – including tumour
marker blood tests
Prostate screening including PSA and
PCA3
Diagnostic endoscopy
Mole screening and mole removal service
Specialist chemotherapy nursing
Specialist breast care nursing and post
mastectomy physiotherapy service
Day case/inpatient and home care
chemotherapy
Brachytherapy for prostate cancer
Manual lymphatic drainage
Specialist oncology pharmacy including
chemotherapy reconstitution facilities
Plastic and reconstructive surgery
Cancer specialist surgeons
Cancer support services
Radiotherapy from December 2015
Specialist palliative care nursing
Complimentary therapy centre on site
Breast cancer support group
Links to local hospices and community
nursing services, such as Macmillan
Helen Rollason Cancer Charity
For more information please call the Premium Care enquiries line:
01279 602 644
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Ramsay Cardiothoracics
Ramsay Cardiothoracics gives access to leading cardiothoracic diagnosis and
treatments in a seamless and most convenient pathway.
Because diagnosis of a cardiothoracic condition can be very stressful, Ramsay
Health Care has created a service allowing easy, rapid access to an expert opinion
and treatment, should patients need it. Our patients can choose to be seen, by their
Consultant specialist, at Rivers Hospital or at the Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit,
based in the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, a leading hospital based on the fringes of
Greater London.
Should any of our patients require an interventional procedure or surgery, they have
the reassurance of knowing they will be treated in the state of the art Orwell Private
Cardiothoracic Unit where we have specialist theatres, cardiothoracic intensive care
units and diagnostic facilities on site.
After any treatment at the Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit our patients can also
choose to have their follow up appointment at Rivers Hospital as well.
GPs can have peace of mind, when they refer a patient to Ramsay Cardiothoracics they
can be sure our designated ‘pathway to health’ means their patients will be offered a
smooth transition with continuity of care, all the way from diagnosis to treatment.
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Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit
The Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit is a leading private patient facility created to
ensure patients with a wide range of heart and lung conditions have rapid access to the
best possible care.
All private patients have full access to ‘The Best of Both Worlds’ experience of private
healthcare in an NHS facility providing the comfort of private care with the clinical backup
of a large acute hospital.
Cardiology
Interventional Cardiology
•Angiography
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Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI)
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Stent Insertion
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PFO Closure
Electrophysiology
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Diagnostic Mapping
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Pacemaker Insertion
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Internal Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD) Insertion
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Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT)
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Ablation of arrhythmias
Cardiothoracic Surgeries (Heart)
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Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
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Mitral Valve Replacement/Repair
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Aortic Valve Replacement/Repair
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Sutureless Valve Repair
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Keyhole Heart Surgery
Keyhole Surgery
Some procedures can be performed via the minimally invasive route, this is subject
patient suitability.
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Thoracic Aneurysm Repair
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Pleural Biopsy
•Pneumonectomy
•Lobectomy
•Bullectomy
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Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
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Minimal Incision Mitral Valve Repair
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Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit
Diagnostic Services
•Angiography
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Echo Cardiology (Stress Echo, 3D Echo)
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Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
•Bronchoscopy
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Lung Function Testing
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Cardiac CT and MRI
Since Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit opened in 2008 we have had 0% reported
cases of MRSA or c-diff.
In a recent survey, (Q2 2014) we are really proud to say 100% of patients who responded
would recommend the Orwell Private Cardiothoracic Unit to family and friends.
To find out more about the procedures undertaken at the Orwell Private Cardiothoracic
Unit please visit the Orwell website at www.orwellppu.co.uk
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Back Pain and Spinal Care
Who can benefit?
Treatments are aimed at people suffering from chronic back pain which does not
seem to be resolving or who have a diagnosed condition for which surgery or
injections are recommended. We offer a wide range of treatments for back problems,
from pain management through to complex spinal surgery. We have the specialist
consultants and diagnostic equipment to pinpoint the cause of pain and recommend
an appropriate intervention. Our care does not end when patients leave hospital after
a procedure. In many cases, we will arrange physiotherapy as an important part of
rehabilitation and patients may need to return for a follow up appointment.
What treatments are available?
Injections
Injections to relieve pain and allow other therapies a better chance of working are an
important weapon in the armoury of our consultants. Injections are carried out as day
case procedures while under sedation, and patients are able to leave hospital within a
few hours. While they don’t ‘cure’ a bad back, they should help patients to get better.
Facet joint injections
These are normally carried out in either the cervical (neck) or lumbar (lower back)
joints. Facet joints are situated between each vertebra; they help to stabilise the spine
while allowing movement, however they can become painful if the joint becomes
overloaded. This pain can make it hard to benefit from other treatments, such as
physiotherapy.
Nerve root blocks
Persistent back pain can sometimes be due to irritation of the nerves in the spine.
This can be caused by tissue adhesions and may be associated with former trauma
or surgery to the spine. Injecting the nerve root with a mixture of local anaesthetic
and anti-inflammatory called cortisone can be an effective way of reducing the pain in
these cases.
Surgery
Surgery can sound frightening but it often has very good outcomes and does not
involve a lengthy stay in hospital. Our consultants will be able to advise whether
surgery is suitable for a condition and expected outcomes.
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Screening Services
Rivers Hospital provides a range of screening services that patients can self-refer for.
These services include:
Aortic Aneurysm Screening
The aorta is the largest artery in the body and delivers blood from the heart to every
part of the body in its journey through the chest and abdomen. If an artery becomes
abnormally wide or swollen we call this swollen section an aneurysm.
A simple ultrasound examination that takes about 10 minutes and will show whether
you have an aneurysm or not and determine its size. You should be aware that the
examination will be performed by a Radiologist who will undertake no other duty
than to give an opinion on the presence and estimated size of an abdominal aortic
aneurysm. You will be told immediately whether you have an abdominal aortic
aneurysm or not and if you need any follow up. No other diagnosis will be made.
Breast Screening
Mammography is essential for early detection of potential breast problems when
combined with routine self-breast examinations. Screening mammography is an x-ray
examination to help detect early signs of breast disease and is available to women
over the age of 40 who are asymptomatic (have no breast problems).
Our mammograms are double reported (in line with NHS BSP Guidelines) by highly
trained Consultant Radiologists who specialize in breast imaging. Results are sent
directly to you with a copy sent to your GP.
Cervical smears
Cervical screening is a test to check the health of the cervix, which is the lower part
of the womb. For many women the test results show that everything is fine, however
for one in 10 women the test shows changes in the cells that can be caused by many
things. Most of these changes will not lead to serious conditions although some
changes may need monitoring or treatment.
CT Calcium Scoring
Rivers Hospital’s CT Heartscan™ uses Calcium Scoring technology to detect and
measure calcium in your coronary arteries. If calcium is detected it is likely that
coronary artery disease could be present.
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Screening Services
More importantly if no calcium is detected, this suggests you are at low risk of a
heart attack. Our scanner can detect calcium at a very early stage of coronary artery
disease, even before any significant blockage has developed and potentially years
before a standard health screening or exercise ECG would detect disease.
CT Calcium Scoring can detect the presence of coronary artery disease even when
the coronary arteries are less than 50% narrowed. This makes CT Heartscan™ a vital
tool in the fight against Heart Disease, as half of all heart attacks occur with less than
50% narrowing of the Coronary Arteries.
Health Screening
We service our cars and our household appliances but often pay little attention to our
most valuable possession….our own bodies. A full health screening will give you peace
of mind – early detection of something that isn’t right means that you can take action.
Mole Screening
Electronic mole mapping is a new dimension in the early and accurate detection of
skin abnormalities. Bodyscan Pro automatically checks whether, and where, new
moles have developed and compares clinical photos of the last examination with
the new ones – particularly helpful if you have multiple moles or a history of skin
abnormalities.
For more information on all our services, please call:
01279 602 644/675
Or email [email protected]
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Cosmetic Surgery
Rivers Hospital has established a very positive reputation as a provider of cosmetic
and plastic surgery. The hospital meets the highest clinical standards and surgery is
carried out within the hospital with full clinical support.
All cosmetic surgeons at Rivers Hospital are fully accredited and listed on the General
Medical Council (GMC) specialist register and currently hold or have held an NHS post.
Many are also members of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)
or British Association of Plastic Surgeons (BAPS). All our Surgeons: Mr G Alvarez- Parra,
Mr J Britto, Mr N Carver, Mr B Mathur, Mr D McKiernan (Facial Plastics only), Mr G
Mochloulis (Facial Plastics only) and Ms K Tzafetta are held in the highest regard.
A no-obligation initial complimentary consultation is offered, with a mandatory 14
day cooling off period before any commitment to surgery. The hospital provides an
open access policy, in which patients can talk to our specialist cosmetic advisors and
cosmetic nurse specialist for more information whilst making their decision.
Surgical procedures are offered on a fixed cost basis, which enables patients to know
the exact cost of treatment before they consent for the procedure. Fixed Cost Care
packages include all the hospital costs for performing the surgery, the consultant
surgeon and consultant anaesthetist fees.
To book an appointment or for a quotation on a cosmetic surgery procedure,
please call the Premium Care enquiries line:
01279 602 644
Our cosmetic services include:
Surgical Procedures
Body Contouring
Eyelid Reduction
Prominent Ear Correction
Breast Augmentation
Liposuction
Skin Lesions
Breast Reduction
Mole Removal/Mole
Screening
Tummy Tuck
Breast Uplift
Burns Reconstruction
Nose Surgery
Varicose Vein Treatments
Non - Surgical Procedures
Dermal Fillers
Facial Aesthetics
Laser Hair Removal
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Treatment for Excessive
Sweating
Sclerotherapy
Skin Rejuvenation
Ramsay Weight Loss Service
At Ramsay Weight Loss Service, we understand how important the decision making
is when patients are considering weight loss surgery.
We are committed to helping patients on every step of their weight loss surgery
journey with information, care and that special attention that makes all the difference.
Some of our team members have lived the weight loss surgery journey themselves,
so we know a little more about the reality of life after surgery.
Aftercare is crucial to their success and that’s why Ramsay Weight Loss Service
stand out in what can be a confused marketplace. We work hard to provide a ‘gold
standard’ patient focused service by giving patients the care, knowledge and skills
to work with the surgical procedure they choose to have.
Benefits of weight loss
There is increasing evidence that losing excess weight can offer long-term health
benefits to seriously overweight people. These include:
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many overweight patients with diabetes find this improves after surgery
and weight loss.
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improvements in conditions such as high blood pressure and sleep problems.
•
the majority of patients with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease who lost weight
after surgery saw an improvement in their condition - or in some cases the
condition disappeared.
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a reduction in chances of dying in the next 10 years from causes such as cancer,
heart disease and diabetes.
What sort of weight loss procedures are available?
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Gastric band
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Gastric bypass
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Gastric sleeve
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Gastric balloon
For more information, please call 0800 014 9102
or email [email protected]
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Speciality
Allergy
Back Pain and
Spinal Care
Breast Surgery
Consultant
Cardiology
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Clinics
Dr Vijay S
Chakravarti
Paediatric, adults: food allergy testing, skin allergy,
eczema and anaphylaxis
Mon pm, Wed
am, Thurs pm,
Sat am
Dr Richard Dent
Adult allergies, COPD and asthma
Sat am
Mr Zaher
Dannawi
Spinal surgery. Specialist interest in adult and
paediatric spinal conditions including degenerative
conditions of the spine, spinal deformity, trauma,
infection and tumours of the spine
Mon am/pm,
Thurs am
Mr Arif Gul
Trauma and orthopaedics with special interest
in adult and paediatric spinal surgery including
degenerative conditions of the spine, spinal
deformity, trauma, infection and tumours of the spine
Wed pm
Mr Ahmed A
Hussein
Spinal surgery including trauma, degenerative
disorders, infection, tumour and adult deformities.
Disc arthroplasty both in the lumbar and cervical
spine, minimally invasive procedures and
kyphoplasty
Mon am,
Tues am,
Wed pm,
Fri pm
Mr Howard
Bradpiece
Breast/general surgery, upper GI, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy, hernia and vasectomy
Tues pm,
Wed am, Fri am
Miss Harleen
Deol
Breast disease management (benign lumps,
breast pain, breast cancer family history or high
risk of breast cancer), plastic surgery techniques in
surgery for breast cancer treatment, immediate and
delayed breast reconstruction, breast reduction and
augmentation for symmetry in cancer patients
Tues am
Miss Stephanie
Jenkins
Breast/general surgery, thyroid, hernia, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy and minor operations
Tues pm
Support and counselling to patients diagnosed with
breast cancer. Ongoing support and information for
patients going through surgery and treatment
By arrangement
Dr Jonathan
Bridgewater
Gastro intestinal oncology
Fri pm
Prof. Neville G P
Davidson
Breast cancer, malignant melanoma and urological
cancers
Tues pm
Dr Julian Singer
Oncology, radiotherapy, breast, lung, bowel and
prostate cancers
Tues pm,
Thurs pm
Dr P Szlosarek
Oncology
By arrangement
Dr Hossam
El-Gendi
General cardiology problems, managing patients with
chest pain, heart failure and palpitation. Specialises in
cardiac catheters and pacemaker implants
Wed pm,
alt Sat am
Dr Azad Ghuran
General cardiology, coronary artery disease
and intervention (angioplasty and stenting),
pacemakers, valvular heart disease, syncope,
hypertension, heart failure, palpitations and
arrhythmia management
By arrangement
Dr Rohan
Jagathesan
Coronary intervention, angioplasty, angiography
pacing, arrhythmia and general cardiology
Tues pm, Thurs
pm, Fri pm
Dr Jeremy W
Sayer
Chest pain, coronary angiography, coronary
angioplasty, stent, palpitations, pacing,
breathlessness and general cardiology
Mon pm,
alt Sat am
Clinical Nurse
Specialist – Breast
Care
Cancer Services
Special Interest
Speciality
Care of the Elderly
Chest/Respiratory
Colorectal
Cosmetic Surgery
Consultant
Special Interest
Clinics
Dr Manivannan
Srinivasan
Coronary artery disease, diagnostic coronary
angiography, angioplasty and stent insertion, post
heart attack care, hypertension, diabetic heart
disease, valvular heart disease, heart disease in
pregnancy, atrial and ventricular arrhythmias
Fri pm
Dr Syed Mansoor
Stroke/TIA, general medicine in adults, heart disease
in the elderly and stroke/TIA in young people
Alt Thurs pm
Dr Murugh
Seevaratnam
Geriatric medicine and general medicine
Mon am, Fri am
Dr Richard G
Dent
Chest and allergy, COPD and respiratory
Sat am
Dr Peter Russell
Respiratory medicine, general medicine, COPD
and pleural disease
By arrangement
Mr Vivek Gupta
General, laparoscopic and colorectal surgery.
Open and laparoscopic hernia repair, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy, colonoscopy and flexible
sigmoidoscopy, open and laparoscopic colorectal
resection, proctology (haemorrhoidectomy,
fissure, fistula, pilonidal sinus), surgical treatment
of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease
and diverticular disease, treatment of groin and
incisional hernias, investigation of abdominal pain,
rectal bleeding and change in bowel habit
Alt Fri pm/eve,
alt Sat am
Mr Olatunde
Lalude
Colorectal surgery, general surgery, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy and colonoscopy
Thurs am,
alt Sat am
Mr Mrinal
Saharay
Thyroid surgery, minimally invasive
parathyroidectomy, colorectal surgery including
procedure for prolapse and haemorrhoids (circular
stapled haemorrhoidectomy), colonoscopy,
gastroscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia
repair and minor ops
Fri pm
Mr Shanmugam
Vivekanandan
Endoscopies inc gastroscopy, colonoscopy, hernia
surgery, laparoscopic surgery and colorectal surgery
Wed pm, Fri pm
Mr Gabriel
Alvarez-Parra
Rhinoplasty, liposuction, abdominoplasty, all
aspects of breast and facial cosmetic surgery and
skin cancer
Mon eve,
Wed am/pm
Mr Jonathan
Britto
Non-surgical facial rejuvenation, eyelid
reconstruction and aesthetics, facial and nasal
aesthetic surgery and surgery of the breast
Alt Fri am
Mr Nigel Carver
Face lift, ear correction, nose reshaping, eyelid
surgery, breast enlargement, reduction and uplift,
abdominoplasty and liposuction
Alt Wed pm/eve
Mr Bhagwat
Mathur
Breast reconstruction, breast aesthetic surgery
incl shaping, reduction, augmentation, mastopexy,
asymmetry correction, inverted nipples,
gynaecomastia and dermal fillers
Mon eve,
alt Sat am
24
Speciality
Special Interest
Clinics
Mr David
McKiernan (ENT
and facial plastics
only)
Cosmetic facial surgery, rhinoplasty and dermal
fillers
Alt Tues am,
alt Fri pm
Mr George
Mochloulis (ENT
and facial plastics
only)
Rhinoplasty cosmetic and functional, removal
of skin tags, moles and skin cancers and facial
cosmetic treatments including facial revitalisation
Fri am
Ms Kalliroi
Tzafetta
Facial aesthetic surgery, facial paralysis, body
contouring, abdominoplasty, microsurgical
procedures and all aspects of cosmetic surgery
Alt Sat am
Non - Surgical
Cosmetic Services
Mrs Sue
Meldrum /
Mrs Linda Lavery
/ Mrs Annette
Matthews
Laser hair removal and skin rejuvenation
Mon, Wed pm,
Thurs, Fri and
Sat am
Dermatology
Dr Abdelhady H
M Bayoumi
General dermatology in adults and children including
inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis, eczema
and acne. Allergies including specialist allergy patch
testing, urticaria and angio-oedema. hair loss and nail
disorders. Moles and malignant melanoma, including
the latest in ‘mole mapping’ and mole checks. Skin
cancers. Dermatological surgery: removal of skin
cancers, benign cysts and other skin lesions
Tues am/pm,
Wed eve
Dr Roberto
Verdolini
General dermatology, skin cancer and dermatology
surgery, including complex reconstructions by flaps
and grafting. Acne, urticaria, hyperhidrosis (excess
sweating), genital dermatology, and hair loss (for which
he also performs autologous hair transplantation)
Alt Sat am
Dr Karen Watson
All general dermatology in adults and children,
including eczema, psoriasis, acne, urticaria, mole
checks, skin cancer, acute dermatitis, hair and nail
disorders. Minor surgery including removal of moles,
cysts, skin tags, and ‘lumps and bumps’
Mon am/pm
Dr Abdul Lakhdar
Diabetes, endocrinology, thyroid obesity, erectile
dysfunction and lipids
Alt Mon pm,
alt Sat am
Dr Eltayeb
Marouf
Endocrinology and diabetes mellitus, obesity,
parathyroid disease, pituitary disease, thyroid
disease, general medicine, diabetic medicine and
obesity pituitary disease
Alt Sat am
Ms Elizabeth
Kyriacos
Obesity/weight management, cardiovascular
disease, children’s diets, coeliac disease, dysphagia, eating disorders, food allergy/
intolerance, healthy eating and general nutrition,
healthy weight, hypertension/high blood pressure
and IBS
By arrangement
Ms Julia Marriott
Dietician for paediatrics
Alt Sat am
Mr Mrinal
Saharay
Thyroid surgery, minimally invasive
parathyroidectomy, colorectal surgery including
procedure for prolapse and haemorrhoids (circular
stapled haemorrhoidectomy), colonoscopy,
gastroscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia
repair and minor ops
Fri pm
Diabetology /
Endocrinology
Dietician/Nutrition
Endocrine Surgery
25
Consultant
Speciality
Consultant
Special Interest
Clinics
Mr Maged
Abdelkader
All aspects of ear, nose and throat surgery for
both children and adults. Voice disorders, sinus
surgery, rhinology, hearing loss, snoring surgery and
treatment of recurrent nose bleeds
Sat am
Mr Yogesh Bajaj
All ENT conditions in adults and children including ear
problems, hearing loss, sinusitis, sleep apnoea, nasal
obstruction, glue ear, tonsillitis and neck lumps
By arrangement
Mr Ha Nguyen
Chau
All adult and paediatric ENT referrals including
hearing, glue ear, grommets, myringoplasty,
tympanoplasty, mastoidectomy, pinnaplasty,
septoplasty, rhinoplasty, sinusitis/sinus
disease, functional endoscopic sinus surgery,
adenoidectomy, tonsillectomy, palatoplasty,
snoring, obstructive sleep apnoea, voice, and
microlaryngoscopy
Mon pm,
Wed am
Mr Nicholas
Flower
All ENT conditions in both children and adults.
Rhinoplasty, snoring and minimally invasive sinus
surgery for a range of sinus conditions (FESS) as
well as extended applications including treatment
of blocked tear ducts (Endoscopic DCR)
Alt Tues pm,
Wed pm,
Thurs pm
Mr Darren Gillett
All ear, nose and throat complaints in adults and
children, specialist interest in middle ear and
mastoid surgery, nasal and sinus disease, snoring,
paediatric ENT and salivary gland disease
Mon am
Mr David
McKiernan
General ENT in both adults and children, rhinology,
rhinoplasty and cosmetic facial surgery
Alt Tues am,
alt Fri pm
Mr George
Mochloulis
Neck lumps, thyroid surgery and general ENT
including paediatrics. All head and neck cancers,
parotid and submandibular gland surgery (salivary)
Fri am
Mrs Geni Rogers
Children and adults ear, nose and throat disorders. Head and neck disease
Thurs pm,
alt Tue am
Mrs Fiona
Bateson
Tinnitus retraining therapy, digital hearing aid
fitting, rehabilitation, balance assessments and
rehabilitation, cochlear implants for severe /
profound hearing loss, sound protection and
personal communication
Fri am
Mrs Anchal
Prasher
Paediatric and adult testing. Adult hearing aids
Mon am/pm
Foot and Ankle
Surgery
Mr Alex Watson
Lower limb with sub specialist in foot and ankle
surgery. Bunions, hammer toes, mallet toes,
clawed toes, osteoarthritis of foot and ankle,
collapsed arches, sports injuries and ankle
arthroscopy. General foot and ankle problems for
paediatrics
Tues am/pm
Gastroenterology
Dr Deb Ghosh
Gastrointestinal problems including reflux disease,
peptic ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, anaemia,
ulcerative colitis, crohn’s disease, rectal bleeding,
gastrointestinal (oesophageal, stomach, pancreatic,
liver and colorectal) cancers, chronic abdominal pain,
chronic constipation and other colorectal diseases
Tues pm,
Wed pm,
Thurs pm
ENT
Audiology and
Hearing Aids
26
Speciality
General Medicine
General Surgery
27
Consultant
Special Interest
Clinics
Dr Sachin Gupta
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, gastric
and duodenal ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome,
anaemia, ulcerative colitis, crohn’s disease, rectal
bleeding and upper (oesophageal and gastric)
and lower (small bowel, colonic, and anorectal)
gastrointestinal cancers. Removal of colonic polyps
Tues am,
Wed eve,
Fri eve
Dr Edward
Stoner
Gastroscopy, colonoscopy, ERCP (endoscopic
retrograde cholangiopancreatography)
capsule endoscopy, gastro-oesophageal reflux,
gastric and duodenal ulcers, irritable bowel
syndrome, ulcerative colitis, crohn’s disease,
gallstones, rectal bleeding and upper (oesophageal
and gastric) and lower (small bowel, colonic and
anorectal) gastrointestinal cancers
Mon pm, Tues
eve, Wed am
and alt pm,
Thurs pm,
Fri pm/eve
Dr Syed Mansoor
Stroke/TIA. Geriatrics and general medicine
Alt Thurs pm
Dr Murugah
Seevaratnam
Geriatric medicine and general medicine
Mon am, Fri am
Mr Ahmed Abidia
Varicose veins, vascular problems, laparoscopic
hernia and cholecystectomy
Wed eve,
alt Thurs am
Mr Howard
Bradpiece
General surgery for adults and children, upper GI,
laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia, vasectomy
and breast surgery
Tues pm,
Wed am, Fri am
Mr Vivek Gupta
General, laparoscopic and colorectal surgery.
Open and laparoscopic hernia repair, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy, colonoscopy and flexible
sigmoidoscopy, open and laparoscopic colorectal
resection, proctology (haemorrhoidectomy,
fissure, fistula, pilonidal sinus), surgical treatment
of colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease
and diverticular disease, treatment of groin and
incisional hernias, investigation of abdominal pain,
rectal bleeding and change in bowel habit
Alt Fri pm/eve,
alt Sat am
Miss Stephanie
Jenkins
Breast/general surgery, thyroid, hernia, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy and minor operations
Tues pm
Mr Olatunde
Lalude
Colorectal surgery, general surgery, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy and colonoscopy
Thurs am,
alt Sat am
Mr Nicholas Law
Arterial surgery, varicose veins, venus ulcers and
thyroid surgery
Alt Tues pm
Mr Jonathan
Refson
Vascular, varicose veins, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy and laparoscopic hernia repair,
gilmore’s groin hernia (sports), general surgery for
adults and children
Alt Mon pm,
Wed am
Mr Mrinal
Saharay
Thyroid surgery, minimally invasive
parathyroidectomy, colorectal surgery including
procedure for prolapse and haemorrhoids (circular
stapled haemorrhoidectomy), colonoscopy and
gastroscopy, laparoscopic cholecystectomy, hernia
repair and minor ops
Fri pm
Speciality
Consultant
Special Interest
Clinics
Ms Vardhini Vijay
Laparoscopic abdominal surgery including
cholecystectomy, adhesiolysis and benign and
malignant colonic disease, laparoscopic and
open repair of groin and abdominal wall hernias,
gastroscopy, colonoscopy and surgery for benign
anorectal conditions
Alt Tues pm
Mr Shanmugam
Vivekanandan
Endoscopies inc gastroscopy, colonoscopy, hernia
surgery, laparoscopic surgery and colorectal surgery
Wed eve, Fri pm
Mr Mohammed
Al Samarrai
Minimally invasive surgery, oncology, colposcopy,
labioplasty and vaginoplasty
Wed pm
Mr Henry Annan
Fibroids, incontinence and prolapse and vulva
disease
Fri pm
Mr Frank L De
Graaf
Uro-gynaecology, infertility and menorrhagia
Thurs am,
alt Thurs pm
Mr Philip Donkor
Obstetrics and gynaecology with special interests
in high risk obstetrics; diabetes and other medical
conditions in pregnancy
Tues pm
Miss Kamilia
El Farra
Assisted conception, IVF, colposcopy, minimal
access surgery and urogynaecology, labioplasty
and vaginoplasty
Mon am, alt
Wed am, Wed
eve, Fri pm/eve
Mr Deyaa El
Sandabesee
Ambulatory gynaecology including gynaecological
ultrasound, hysteroscopy, colposcopy and minimal
access surgery
Mon eve,
Tues am
Mr Ezzat Y
Hemaya
Menorrhagia, prolapse, urogynaecology, PCOD
and ultrasound scan and prenatal diagnosis
Fri pm
Ms Rahat Khan
General gynaecology including pelvic pain, infertility,
abnormal uterine bleeding, uterine and vaginal
prolapse, recurrent miscarriages, endometriosis,
fibroids, endocrine disorders including polycystic
ovaries, heavy periods, premenstrual symptoms,
cervical smears, hysteroscopy and minimal access
surgery
Wed pm
Ms Saadia
Noreldeen
General gynaecology, menstrual disorders,
endocrine problems including polycystic ovaries
and adolescence gynaecology
Tues am, Fri pm,
Sat am
Mr R Varma
Day case surgery. Pelvic floor, prolapse and
urinary incontinence. Complex pelvic surgery
for endometriosis, large fibroids and vaginal
hysterectomy for patients who require a
hysterectomy in the absence of prolapse
By arrangement
Fertility Clinic
Miss Kamilia
El Farra
Assisted conception, IVF, colposcopy, minimal
access surgery and urogynaecology
Mon am, alt
Wed am, Wed
eve, Fri pm/eve
Haematology
Dr Faris N
Al-Refaie
All aspects of haematology including malignant
haematology (lymphoma), thrombophilia and
anticoagulation
Fri am
Gynaecology
Obstetrics
28
Speciality
Special Interest
Clinics
Mr Simon
Wimsey
Carpal tunnel and other peripheral nerve
entrapment, revision carpal tunnel surgery,
dupuytren’s contracture, trigger digits, de quervain’s,
arthritis, joint replacements, cysts, ganglia, ligament
reconstructions, tennis / golfer’s elbow, wrist / elbow
arthroscopy, trauma fracture fixation and correctional
osteotomies
Mon pm,
Thurs pm
Mr Rajeev
Sharma
Upper limb, shoulder replacement, elbow, wrist,
hand, knee ligament reconstruction and sports injury
Thurs pm
Mr Charles H
Aldam
Total joint replacements including hip and knee
replacements, revision hip and knee surgery,
shoulder and elbow replacement and ankle and
knee surgery, arthroscopic surgery, back problems
and sciatica
Mon pm,
alt Tues am,
Wed pm,
Fri am
Mr Paul Allen
Knee and hip replacement, arthroscopic surgery,
ligament reconstruction and trauma
Mon am/pm,
Thurs pm/eve
Mr Rashid Khan
Hip and knee arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy and
ACL reconstruction
Wed pm
Mr Satish Kutty
Hip and knee replacements. Young
adults with hip pain, hip and knee arthroscopic
surgery and trauma
Tues pm,
Wed am/pm
Mr Jeh
Mahaluxmivala
Knee and hip replacement and revision surgery
Mon am/eve
Manual Lymphatic
Drainage
Miss Nicole de
Havilland
Lymphoedema drainage
Thurs am
Nephrology\Renal
Medicine
Prof Abdelgalil Ali
Chronic renal failure, hypertension, protein urea and
Stages II, III, IV and V chronic kidney disease
Thurs pm
Neurology
Dr Oliver C
Cockerell
Headache, epilepsy, whiplash and general neurology
Mon pm
Prof Chris
Hawkes
General neurology, multiple sclerosis, parkinsonism,
smell and taste disorder
Alt Thurs eve
Dr Peter Martin
Cerebrovascular disorders
Wed pm
Dr Jacqui Deeb
EMG, nerve conduction studies, SFEMG, EEG and
evoked potentials
Thurs pm
Dr Gorondar
Kanabar
Nerve conduction and EMG
Alt Wed am
Neurosurgery
Mr Habib
Ellamushi
Spinal surgery including balloon kyphoplasty
Fri am
Oncology
Dr Jonathan
Bridgewater
Gastro intestinal oncology
Fri pm
Prof. Neville G P
Davidson
Breast cancer, malignant melanoma, and
urological cancers
Tues pm
Dr Julian Singer
Oncology and radiotherapy, breast, lung, bowel
and prostate cancers
Tues pm,
Thurs pm
Dr P Szlosarek
Oncology
By arrangement
Hand, Wrist and
Elbow Surgery
Hip and Knee
Surgery
Neurophysiology
29
Consultant
Speciality
Consultant
Special Interest
Clinics
Mr Stephen H
Campbell
Small incision cataract surgery with multifocal
implants, glaucoma and squint
Alt Mon am
Mr Raja
Das-Bhaumik
Ophthalmology, oculoplastic surgery, cosmetic
surgery ophthalmic, lacrimal, plastic and
reconstructive surgery, blepharitis, conjunctivitis,
chalazia, dry eye, watering eyes, periocular and
facial tumours
Alt Wed pm
Mr Ivan M
Fawcett
New treatments for macular degeneration, vitreo
retinal surgery and cataract surgery
Mon pm, Tues
am, alt Tues pm,
Thurs am
Mr Praveen Patel
For all ophthalmological conditions in adults
including age-related macular degeneration,
diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion and
cataract
Thurs pm
Mrs Priya
Prakash
Medical retina, specifically in the current trends in
management of diabetic retinopathy, age related
macular degeneration and retinal vein occlusions
Alt Wed pm,
Thurs pm
Mr Venkata M R
Vempali
Small incision cataract surgery, squint and
paediatric eye problems
Wed am, Fri am,
Sat am
Orthoptics
Investigation/
Orthoptist
Helen Collett
Visual fields assessment, squint, ocular motility,
children with lazy eye and amblyopia
By arrangement
Oral Maxillo Facial
Surgery
Mr Leo Cheng
All aspects of oral and maxillofacial surgery for
adults and paediatrics, head and neck surgery,
including dentoalveolar, facial skin, salivary gland
along with facial trauma and pain
Thurs pm
Mr Brian Littler
All aspects of maxillo facial surgery including
salivary gland surgery and dental implants
Sat am
Mr Simon Whitley
Dentoalveolar surgery, salivary gland disorders,
head and neck cancer, facial surgical dermatology
and facial trauma (adults and paediatrics)
Alt Tues pm,
alt Fri pm
Mr Charles H
Aldam
Total joint replacements including hip and knee
replacements, revision hip and knee surgery,
shoulder and elbow replacement and ankle and
knee surgery, arthroscopic surgery, back problems
and sciatica
Mon pm, alt
Tues am, Wed
pm, Fri am
Mr Paul Allen
Knee and hip replacement, arthroscopic surgery,
ligament reconstruction and trauma
Mon am/pm,
Thurs pm/eve
Mr Alexander
Amini
Paediatrics, upper limb (not wrists) and foot
Tues pm
Mr Zaher
Dannawi
Spinal surgery. Specialist interest in adult and
paediatric spinal conditions including degenerative
conditions of the spine, spinal deformity, trauma,
infection and tumours of the spine
Mon am/pm,
Thurs am
Mr Arif Gul
Trauma and orthopaedics with special interest in adult
and paediatric spinal surgery including degenerative
conditions of the spine, spinal deformity, trauma,
infection and tumours of the spine
Mon pm,
Wed pm
Ophthalmology
Orthopaedics
30
Speciality
Special Interest
Clinics
Mr Ahmed A
Hussein
Spinal surgery including trauma, degenerative
disorders, infection, tumour and adult deformities.
Disc arthroplasty both in the lumbar and cervical
spine, minimally invasive procedures and kyphoplasty
Mon am,
Tues am,
Wed pm, Fri pm
Mr Rashid Khan
Hip and knee arthroplasty, knee arthroscopy and
ACL reconstruction
Wed pm
Mr Jonathan L
Kitson
Spine and general orthopaedics
Fri am
Mr Satish Kutty
Hip and knee replacements. Young adults with
hip pain, hip and knee arthroscopic surgery and
trauma
Tues pm,
Wed am/pm
Mr Jeh
Mahaluxmivala
Knee and hip replacement and revision surgery
Mon am/eve
Mr Nicholas Saw
Upper limb disorders, upper limb arthroscopy,
upper limb sports injuries, rotator cuff disorders,
shoulder and elbow arthritis
Thurs pm/eve
Mr Rajeev
Sharma
Upper limb, shoulder replacement, elbow, wrist,
hand, knee ligament reconstruction and sports
injury
Thurs pm
Mr Alex Watson
Lower limb with sub specialist in foot and ankle
surgery. Bunions, hammer toes, mallet toes, clawed
toes, osteoarthritis of foot and ankle, collapsed
arches, sports injuries and ankle arthroscopy.
General foot and ankle problems for paediatrics
Tues am/pm
Mr Simon
Wimsey
Carpal tunnel and other peripheral nerve
entrapment, revision carpal tunnel surgery,
dupuytren’s contracture, trigger digits, de
quervain’s, arthritis, joint replacements, cysts,
ganglia, ligament reconstructions, tennis / golfer’s
elbow, wrist / elbow arthroscopy, trauma fracture
fixation and correctional osteotomies
Mon pm,
Thurs pm
Podiatry
Ms Joyti Patel
Sports injuries, biomechanics, gait analysis,
orthotics
Alt Fri am
Paediatrics
Dr Vijay S
Chakravarti
General paediatrics, asthma recurrent infections, GI
problems and allergy testing
Mon pm, Wed
am, Thurs pm,
Sat am
Dr Inyang Takon
General paediatrics, neuro disability, ADHD and
behaviour problems
Alt Sat am
Dr Ravindras St.
E Thambapillai
General paediatrics, asthma, nephrology including
urinary tract infections and neonatology
Sat am
Dr Sabri Zeidan
Respiratory medicine and general paediatrics
By arrangement
Dr Than Soe
Neonatology, gastroenterology and gastrointestinal
food allergy
Alt Thurs pm
Dr Mark
Alexander
Williams
Pain management, back pain, neck pain,
musculoskeletal pain and pelvic pain
Thurs am/pm
Orthopaedics cont.
Pain Medicine
31
Consultant
Speciality
Consultant
Special Interest
Clinics
Dr Madhusudan
Mali
Pain management, anaesthetics, lower back and
shoulder
Tues am/pm
Dr Victor Mendis
Back and neck pain. Neuropathic management
Tues pm
Mr Gabriel
Alvarez-Parra
Rhinoplasty, liposuction, abdominoplasty, all
aspects of breast and facial cosmetic surgery and
skin cancer
Mon eve,
Wed am/pm
Mr J Britto
Non-surgical facial rejuvenation, eyelid
reconstruction and aesthetics, facial and nasal
aesthetic surgery and surgery of the breast
Fri am
Mr Nigel Carver
Face lift, ear correction, nose reshaping, eyelid
surgery, breast enlargement, reduction and uplift,
abdominoplasty and liposuction
Alt Wed pm/eve
Mr Bhagwat
Mathur
Breast reconstruction, breast aesthetic surgery
shaping, reduction, augmentation, mastopexy,
asymmetry correction, inverted nipples and
gynaecomastia
Mon eve,
alt Sat am
Mr David
McKiernan (Facial
plastics only)
Cosmetic facial surgery, rhinoplasty and dermal
fillers
Alt Tues am,
alt Fri pm
Mr George
Mochloulis (Facial
plastics only)
Facial cosmetic surgery, face and neck lifts,
rhinoplasty, pinnaplasty blepharoplasty, removal of
facial lesions and moles
Fri am
Ms Kalliroi
Tzafetta
Facial aesthetic surgery, facial paralysis, body
contouring, abdominoplasty, microsurgical
procedures and all aspects of cosmetic surgery
Alt Sat am
Private GP and
Screening Services
Treatment of acute illnesses, ongoing medical
care, general lifestyle advice, referral to hospital
consultant, x-ray, physio, etc. Health screening
Mon eve,
Sat am
Nurse Practitioner
Ear syringing, cervical smears, hpv vaccines and
ongoing medical care
By arrangement
Dr Salah
Abou-el-Fadl
Adult psychiatry
Wed eve
Dr Krishnendu
Nandy
Special interests in eating disorders, post natal
depression, mental health related to neurological
conditions and other physical illnesses
Sat am
Dr Robert
Schapira
Adult psychiatry, adult attention deficit, hyperactivity
disorders, autism spectrum disorders, stress
disorders, psychosomatic disorders and clinic
hypnosis
Tues pm, Thurs
am/pm, Fri am
Mr James Roast
Pain management, eating disorders, child and
adolescent mental health, specifically the emotional
wellbeing of children and their development
Fri pm
Plastic Surgery
Psychiatry
Psychotherapist
32
Speciality
Consultant
Radiology
Clinics
General radiology, aortic aneurysm, breast radiology
(digital mammography, ultrasound, MRI) cardiac
CT, calcium scoring, CT colonography, doppler
ultrasound and vascular scans, echo cardiology,
gastroenterology, genito-urinary, gynaecology and
obstetrics, head and neck, interventional pain
management, musculoskeletal, neuroradiology and
paediatric imaging
Mon to Fri
8.30am –
8.00pm,
Sat 8.30am –
1.00pm
Renal Medicine/
Nephrology
Prof Abdelgalil Ali
Chronic renal failure, hypertension, protein urea and
Stages II, III, IV and V chronic kidney disease
Thurs pm
Rheumatology
Dr Khalid Ahmed
Inflammatory arthritis (including anti-TNF
treatment), connective tissue disease (including
vacuities), polymyalgia rheumatic, paget’s disease
and osteoporosis
Mon am,
Thurs eve,
alt Sat am
Dr Jeremy M C
Axon
Soft tissue injuries, inflammatory arthropathies,
osteoporosis, sports injuries, and overuse neck and
back including work-related injuries
Wed am
Dr Sarah J Farrow
General rheumatological disorders, inflammatory
arthritis and connective tissue disease
Wed pm
Mr Alexander
Amini
Paediatrics, upper limb (not wrists) and foot
Tues pm
Mr Nicholas Saw
Upper limb disorders, upper limb arthroscopy,
upper limb sports injuries, rotator cuff disorders,
shoulder and elbow arthritis
Thurs pm/eve
Mr Rajeev
Sharma
Upper limb, shoulder replacement, elbow, wrist,
hand, knee ligament reconstruction and sports
injury
Thurs pm
Miss H BrydeAndersen
Diagnosis and treatment of the full range of
urological problems including female and paediatric
urology. Special area of interest includes urinary
stones and bladder dysfunction, recurrent urinary
tract infections and prostate problems
Tues pm,
Fri am
Mr Stuart
Graham
All urological conditions in adults and children,
including stone disease, urological cancer, prostate
disorders, urinary tract infections and incontinence
Fri am
Mr Bernard
Potluri
Prostate assessment, prostate cancer, andrology,
brachytherapy, haematuria clinic, erectile
dysfunction, paediatric urology, vasectomy and
reversal, orchidopexy, circumcision and general
female urology
Mon pm,
Wed am,
Fri am/pm,
Sat am
Mr Rateb
Samman
Laparoscopic nephrectomy and pyeloplasty,
urological cancer. female urology, paediatric
urology, stone disease and haematuria clinic
Mon am, Wed
am, Thurs pm/
eve, Fri eve
Mr Jaspal S Virdi
Prostate cancer, urinary stones, paediatric and
female urology and brachytherapy
Tues pm,
Wed eve, Fri pm
Continence Nurse
Nora Roberts
Treatment of continence and bowel dysfunction
Alt Thurs am/
pm
Continence
Physiotherapy
Karen Rattray
Bio feed back and pelvic floor muscle
strengthening
Wed
Vascular
Mr Ahmed
Abidia
Varicose veins, vascular problems, laparoscopic
hernia and cholecystectomy
Wed eve,
alt Thurs am
Mr Nicholas Law
Arterial surgery, varicose veins and venus ulcers
Alt Tues pm
Shoulder and upper
limb Surgery
Urology
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Special Interest
Speciality
Consultant
Special Interest
Clinics
Mr Jonathan
Refson
Vascular, varicose veins, laparoscopic
cholecystectomy and laparoscopic hernia repair
and gilmore’s groin hernia (sports)
Alt Mon pm,
Wed am
Sclerotherapy
Carole Rogers
Nurse-led non-surgical treatment for thread veins
Wed pm, Fri pm
Weight Loss
Surgery
Mr Sanjay
Agrawal
Weight-loss surgery: laparoscopic gastric band
for obesity, laparoscopic cholecystectomy
for gallstones, laparoscopic hernia repairs,
laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery for gastrooesophageal reflux disease (GORD) / heartburn
and advanced laparoscopic surgery
Tues pm
Mr Yashwant
Koak
General surgery, weight loss surgery, minimal
access surgery, hernia repair, laparoscopic surgery
and upper gastrointestinal surgery
Alt Tues pm
Unless otherwise stated all appointments are made by telephoning Rivers
Hospital Outpatients Department on:
01279 602 675
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Notes
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Notes
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Directions
By Public Transport
The nearest stations are Sawbridgeworth and Harlow Mill, both are within a five minute
taxi ride of the hospital.
Pedestrian Access
From High Wych Road walk through the Orchard Lea cul-de-sac, pass the entrances to
The Gardens and Orchard Lea until you see Rivers Hospital on your left.
By Road
From A414 – At roundabout join A1184 Cambridge Road. Continue onto Harlow Road.
Turn left onto High Wych Road (signposted High Wych). Then turn right (Rivers Medical
Centre) and follow the road around to Rivers Hospital.
For more information call:
01279 600 282
w w w. riv ers - h o s p it al.co .u k
High Wych Road, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21 0HH
MK-XXXX-XXX-SIT-502 Issue Date: Mar 2015 Review Date: Mar 2018