BMI launches self-pay credit card

BMI Healthcare has launched a dedicated credit card’ designed to help prospective patients spread the cost of self-pay treatment.

Care UK loses Eccleshill contract

The future of the Eccleshill Treatment Centre, which is currently operated by Care UK is now uncertain following a decision by NHS Bradford District...

Ali Parsa launches virtual private healthcare provider

Circle Health founder and former chief executive Ali Parsa has launched a health app which enables users to book virtual appointments with GPs and...

Harley Medical Group data hacked

The Harley Medical Group confirmed last month that a computer hacker gained access to its files and then attempted to use the information to...

Private provider could take over the running of NHS Foundation Trust

The first contract to manage an entire foundation trust could be advertised this summer after Stamford and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust submitted plans for...

Oasis acquires Smiles Dental

Private dentistry provider Oasis acquired Smiles Dental last month for an undisclosed sum.Smiles operates in the UK and the Republic of Ireland and the...

DH launches consulation on directors’ test

The Department of Health has launched a second consultation on plans to introduce a legal duty on all providers registered with the Care Quality...

DH launches consulation on directors test

The Department of Health has launched a second consultation on plans to introduce a legal duty on all providers registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to ensure their directors pass a fit and proper person’ test.

Revalidation now in hands of NHS England

Revalidation Support Team hands over to NHS England on April 1stDr Mike Bewick NHS England deputy medical director is now the lead for Medical...

HSCC launches rapid diagnostics service

Harley Street Cancer Concierge (HSCC) has launched a fast-track diagnostic service for patients with suspected cancer.As part of the new service, HSCC aims to...