Medical articles of The Harborne Hospital - part of HCA Healthcare

Gallstones are a common condition that often require no treatment. However, sometimes gallstones can be extremely painful or have a range of different symptoms. In his latest article, renowned consultant general surgeon Mr Jawad Ahmad explains this condition in detail, including their causes, symptoms and treatment options.

By Mr Jawad Ahmad
02.11.22
Surgery

Precision, accuracy and detail: Robotic surgery explained

In this expert guide to robotic surgery, highly respected consultant general, laparoscopic and robotic hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeon Mr Jawad Ahmad details how robotics are used in surgical procedures to improve outcomes and patient safety.

Young man holding his jaw, who requires TMJ surgery

By Mr Ross Elledge
13.09.22
Oral & maxillofacial surgery

Get your full range of movement back with TMJ surgery

The TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, connects your jawbone to your skull, and is like a sliding hinge. Unfortunately, when a person has disorder affecting this joint, full range of movement in the jaw may be limited. This can lead to limitation of mouth opening and/or pain, and surgery may be required for a small number of patients in order to regain full (and painless) use of their TMJ. Highly-regarded consultant oral and maxillofacial surgeon Mr Ross Elledge offers an expert guide to what’s involved in this procedure in this informative article.

By Dr Girija Sadalage
10.08.22
Neurology

Neuromuscular disease: An expert answers your questions

Highly esteemed consultant neurologist Dr Girija Sadalage offers insight on the causes and varying symptoms of different forms of neuromuscular disease in this informative article.

Robotic surgery on kidneys: the main benefits explained by expert consultant urologist, Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti.

By Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti
16.03.22
Urology

Robotic surgery on kidneys: the main benefits explained

In our latest article, we find out from expert consultant urologist, Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti, how exactly robotic surgery is performed on the kidneys, what the main benefits are, and what recovery time involves.

By Mr Hazem Khout
01.03.22
Mastology

An expert guide to non-cancerous breast conditions

Finding painful lumps in the breast or experiencing nipple discharge can be alarming for many women. However, a benign (non-cancerous) condition may be the cause behind these symptoms. In this informative article, highly respected consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon Mr Hazem Khout expertly details which are the most common benign conditions of the breast as well as their diagnosis and treatment.

Mother and daughter with serious expressions stood against a white background

By Mr Hazem Khout
14.01.22
Clinical genetics

Genetic testing for hereditary breast cancer: Its aim, patient eligibility and the results process

Hereditary breast cancer is a condition that may concern those who have relatives that have or have had breast cancer. Here to discuss the factors that lead to having genetic testing for the condition, alongside its aim and the results process, is leading consultant oncoplastic and reconstructive surgeon Mr Hazem Khout.

In our latest informative article, highly esteemed consultant urologist, Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti, provides a comprehensive insight into Holmium laser prostate treatment.

By Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti
03.01.22
Urology

All you need to know about Holmium laser prostate treatment

In our latest informative article, highly esteemed consultant urologist, Mr Aniruddha Chakravarti, provides a comprehensive insight into Holmium laser prostate treatment, describing exactly what the procedure entails, revealing how safe and effective it is, whilst also outlining the recovery time following the procedure.

By Mr Hazem Khout
30.11.21
Plastic surgery

Considering prophylactic mastectomy? An expert answers your questions

Prophylactic mastectomy is a preventative procedure which can be life-saving for women genetically presdisposed to developing breast cancer. In this article, highly esteemed consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon Mr Hazem Khout gives expert advice on what women should consider when deciding if they should opt for the procedure.

A standard colonoscopy surgical procedure can be the most effective way to diagnose serious bowel-related medical disorders

By Mr Rajeev Peravali
10.08.21
Colorectal surgery

What does a colonoscopy procedure involve and why and how is it performed?

Just what exactly is a colonoscopy, why is it performed and what is it used to detect? On hand to answer all of these colonoscopy-related questions is highly revered consultant colorectal surgeon, Mr Rajeev Peravali.

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