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Putting your eggs in one basket: the ethics and effectiveness of egg-freezing
In the world of fertility preservation, there has been an exponential rise in the number of women freezing their eggs for non-medical reasons. As companies begin to offer egg-freezing as an employment perk, concerns are being raised about how success rates are reported and whether women are being marketed the treatment in an ethical way.
A new treatment option for men with enlarged prostate
Interventional radiology consultant Dr Nick Burfitt explains how a new minimally-invasive, non-surgical technique called prostate artery embolisation might be the best treatment for some men with this condition.
The most effective way to diagnose a food allergy – oral food challenges
Allergy consultant Dr Florentina Dumitru explains how oral food challenges, which confirm or rule out a food allergy, can make a significant difference to a patient’s quality of life.
Why does IVF fail?
Repeated failed IVF cycles are distressing events for couples hoping to start a family. Here Mr Rehan Salim, a consultant gynaecologist and accredited sub-specialist in reproductive medicine at Imperial Private Healthcare’s Wolfson Fertility Centre, explains why they happen and what can be done.
How do I know if my knee injury is serious?
Everything from sports injuries to overuse can damage your knees. Here Mr Rajarshi Bhattacharya, a consultant orthopaedic surgeon at Imperial Private Healthcare, explains how you can tell whether your knee injury is serious and what to do about it.
What is transcatheter aortic valve replacement or TAVI?
A cardiac treatment called TAVI is transforming the lives of heart patients who cannot have open surgery. In this blog consultant cardiologist Dr Iqbal Malik explains what it is and how it works.
A combined approach to breast surgery
Consultant plastic & reconstructive surgeon Mr Navid Jallali and consultant breast cancer & reconstructive surgeon Mrs Katy Hogben explain how our breast cancer patients are being offered immediate reconstructive surgery post mastectomy to support their emotional recovery from surgery.
An innovative approach to weight loss
Consultant endocrinologist, Dr Saira Hameed explains an innovative, scientifically-based programme to support patients looking to achieve a healthy body weight which is now on offer through Imperial Private Healthcare.
How do you treat a hernia?
Consultant general surgeon at The Lindo Wing, Mr Sanjay Purkayastha, explains the different types of hernias and what the treatment options might be.
Seven reasons to choose the Western Eye Hospital
Consultant ophthalmic surgeon Mrs Rajni Jain shares her top seven reasons to choose the Western Eye Hospital for your eye problems.