Cromwell first to use new da Vinci system for gynaecology and HPB
Bupa’s Cromwell Hospital in London has become the first in the UK to use the da Vinci Single Port (SP) robotic-assisted surgical system for...
Cygnet opens female mental health unit
Cygnet Health Care has opened a 44-bed mental health facility for women in Oldham.
Cygnet Kenney House on Wester Hill Road, Fitton Hill will...
Long waits for mental health care persist
People are continuing to face long waits for mental health care, with many not receiving support while waiting, according to the CQC’s latest annual...
Mackay confirms withdrawal of payment cap proposals
NHS England (NHSE) has abandoned plans to cap the amount commissioners pay independent providers for elective activity.
Under NHSE’s 2025/26 Payment Scheme consultation proposals, ICBs...
KIMS award recognises equality and diversity
LycaHealth-owned KIMS Hospital has been awarded Hospital of the Year at the People's Awards 2025.
The award, which recognises outstanding contributions by individuals and teams focused...
MPS Foundation opens applications for 2025 research grants
The MPS Foundation has opened applications for its 2025 grant programme, inviting submissions from researchers in private health and dental care settings. The initiative...
Cedars Sinai enters London market with Guy’s and St Thomas’ collaboration
US healthcare giant Cedars Sinai has announced the opening of its first UK clinic as part of a strategic collaboration with Guy’s and St...
Private healthcare providers optimistic about growth despite challenges
Independent healthcare providers are anticipating strong growth in their private pay markets over the coming year, according to the latest survey conducted by the...
Skills for Health launches new quality assurance audit for NHS training
Skills for Health has introduced a new quality assurance audit service to replace its Quality Mark programme, which had been in place since 2013....
CHEC completes first cataract surgery training for NHS registrars
Ophthalmology provider CHEC has completed its first cataract surgery training programme for NHS registrars, offering hands-on experience in high-volume ophthalmic procedures.
The 12-month programme, which...