As one of London’s foremost private hospitals, St John and St Elizabeth Hospital offers streamlined access to some of the UK’s finest consultants. By Tania Jacobs
Nestled within the St John’s Wood community of Northwest London, St John and St Elizabeth Hospital is famed for its first-rate clinical services and compassionate care, serving the community since 1856.
With full diagnostic services on-site and impeccable levels of care, there really is no need to wait for the treatment needed to get you back to being yourself, pain-free. With over 25 specialist clinics, the hospital combines established settings with state-of-the-art facilities – the phased opening of its £35m new wing begins in the second half of 2021.By promising to ‘put people first’, many patients love the ‘human’ side, as the medical team endeavour to achieve the best possible outcome for every individual who chooses from the for their treatment and care, is onsite call centre and Urgent Care Clinic, through to the Hospice.
Back In Control
With waiting times lengthening across the NHS because of the pandemic, it can be frustrating to put your life and work on hold – a recent NHS Referral to Treatment report highlighted that 46.8% of patients face an 18-week delay before starting treatment.
Choosing to self-pay for healthcare is safe, easy and an efficient way to get treatment for injuries and illnesses, so you can return to work and family life as soon as possible.
No Waiting List
St John and St Elizabeth Hospital offers next day – and sometimes same day – appointments so you don’t have to put off dealing with any medical issues because of daunting waiting times.
If your concerns are more general, you can see one of the private GPs, or utilise the walk-in Urgent Care Clinic, Casualty First (appointments are currently required due to COVID). Treating anyone from age 1+, you can see a highly experienced doctor, often within an hour, for around £100.Check availability via casualtyfirst.co.uk or call 020 74328300. If there is something concerning you, there really is no need to wait.
The hospital is also recognised as a COVID Green Zone for its safe environment and does not treat COVID-19 patients.
Self-Pay or Private Insurance
Many people will have private healthcare from the likes of BUPA, Vitality or AXA. Many of the consultants and procedures are accessible via the insurance portals directly, where you can elect to have your treatment at St John & St Elizabeth’s Hospital.
For the increasing number of people considering self-pay, fees are competitive and transparent with a variety of packages on offer. A recent patient commented: “I was given quotes for a broad spectrum of scenarios, and this was before they’d even had a chance to review my scans. I knew exactly how much I’d have to pay from best-case to worst-case scenarios; it was incredibly reassuring.”
The truth is that with the treatment, the course of action needs to be unique to the individual; the pathway to recovery needs to be based on what diagnosis reveals. The team at St John & St Elizabeth are greatly experienced and will always work hard to ensure there are no nasty surprises. It’s always worth remembering aspects such imaging and aftercare costs– from physio to rehab – when thinking about options and making comparisons amongst providers.
Multiple Options
You can ask your GP for a referral to St John & Elizabeth Hospital and you can also mix and match between the NHS and the Hospital, choosing either for such elements as diagnostics, surgery and physiotherapy.
If you’re worried about a health issue, don’t put it off. The best thing to do is call the dedicated Contact Centre, which has friendly staff all trained in different areas of health who can guide you to the right consultation and treatment option.
The Private Hospital With A Difference
Unique amongst its peers, St John & St. Elizabeth is an independent institution with no shareholders. 100% of profits help fund the on-site St John’s Hospice.
Literally, every single treatment contributes to providing free care and support for over 4,000 terminally ill patients and their families every year.
To discuss self-pay or enquire about a treatment, call the team on 020 7806 4000 or email: info@hje.org.uk.
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