# Sulis Hospital Bath

> An award-winning hospital providing world-class healthcare. Fast access to diagnosis and treatment with leading experts.
> 
> (formerly known as Circle Bath)

## How We Can Help 

We offer fast-track care through appointments with our leading consultant specialists, physiotherapists or GPs. Our services are accessible to everyone, whether you have private medical insurance, you're self-funding or you're coming through NHS Patient Choice.

## Supporting You Local NHS 

Part of the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Sulis Hospital is the UK's first fully-operational independent hospital owned by an NHS Trust. By choosing our services you help generate extra income which directly supports your local NHS Trust.

## We Take Quality And Safety Seriously 

The world-class biophilic design of the hospital creates a healing environment that supports well-being and significantly enhances patient care and recovery. Sulis Hospital maintains the very highest standards of infection control measures, as advised by a team of specialists, including nursing and medical professionals. Following national guidance and best practice, we have ensured that our COVID-19 controls remain in place. We have altered some processes, infection control measures, hospital room layouts and staff training to ensure we do everything possible to protect our patients and staff.

## Latest news

- [Sulis Hospital Bath appoints Miss Sarah Richards as Medical Director](https://www.sulishospital.com/about-us/news/sulis-hospital-bath-appoints-miss-sarah-richards-as-medical-director): Sulis Hospital is proud to announce the appointment of Miss Sarah Richards, Consultant Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) and General Surgeon at the Royal United Hospitals Bath (RUH) as its new Medical Director,... - Posted on 2026-04-21
- [Community Event Puts Women’s Health Front and Centre](https://www.sulishospital.com/about-us/news/community-event-puts-womens-health-front-and-center): In a meaningful and fascinating evening hosted at Combe Grove in Bath, Sulis Hospital delivered a compelling public information session on “Why Women’s Health Matters: From Research to Results with Leading Experts,” offering guests... - Posted on 2026-03-30
- [Sulis Hospital becomes the UK's only independent hospital with ACSA Accreditation](https://www.sulishospital.com/about-us/news/sulis-hospital-becomes-the-uks-only-independent-hospital-with-acsa-accreditation): Sulis Hospital has become the only independent UK hospital to currently hold accreditation under the prestigious Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCoA) Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation (ACSA) scheme. - Posted on 2026-03-10
- [Sulis Hospital named finalist in Bath Life Awards Health & Wellbeing category](https://www.sulishospital.com/about-us/news/sulis-hospital-named-finalist-in-bath-life-awards-health-wellbeing-category): Sulis Hospital has been shortlisted as a finalist in the Health and Wellbeing category at this year's Bath Life Awards, recognising its positive impact on patients and the wider community. - Posted on 2026-01-22
- [Sulis Hospital Celebrates Compassion, Commitment and Excellence at Annual Awards Ceremony](https://www.sulishospital.com/about-us/news/sulis-hospital-honours-staff-excellence-at-annual-celebration-evening): Sulis Hospital hosted its annual Awards Event at the Guildhall in Bath on 18th October, bringing together colleagues to honour the compassion, dedication and excellence that define its teams. - Posted on 2025-10-27
 
## Specialists, ordered by Specialist Treatment Units, and Treatments  
- [See all Specialist Units](https://www.sulishospital.com/treatments/specialist-units)
- [See all Treatments](https://www.sulishospital.com/treatments)
- [See all Specialists](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists)
 
 **Cardiology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Cardiac pacing
- Cardiology diagnostics
- Cardiovascular screening
- Coronary artery disease treatment
- Echocardiography
- Heart failure treatment
- Hyperaldosteronism (Conn's syndrome)
- Hypertension
- Hypertension treatment
- Microbubble testing (myocardial contrast echocardiography)
- Non-invasive cardiology treatments
- Phaeochromocytoma
- Secondary hypertension
- Stress echocardiography
- Transoesophageal echocardiogram
- Transthoracic echocardiography
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Professor Daniel Augustine](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/daniel-augustine): Consultant Cardiologist
- [Dr Tom Burchell](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Tom-Burchell): Consultant Cardiologist
- [Dr Kevin Carson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Kevin-Carson): Consultant Cardiologist
- [Dr Jacob Easaw](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jacob-easaw): Consultant Cardiologist
- [Dr Raveen Kandan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Raveen.Kandan): Consultant Cardiologist
- [Dr Ali Khavandi](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/ali-khavandi): Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
- [Dr Robert Lowe](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/robert-lowe): Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
- [Dr Tania Pawade](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Tania-Pawade): Consultant Cardiologist
 
 **Chiropractic Unit**  
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Samera Bhatti](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Bhatti-Samera): Chiropractor
 
 **Colorectal Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Anal fistula
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Rectal bleeding
- Colonoscopy
- Haemorrhoids removal
- Transanal haemorrhoidal dearterialisation (THD/HALO)
- Crohn's disease treatment
- Pelvic floor disorder treatment
- Ulcerative colitis treatment
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Marc Bullock](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/marc-bullock): Consultant General & Colorectal Surgeon
- [Dr Ben Colleypriest](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/ben-colleypriest): Consultant Gastroenterologist
- [Mr Richard Dalton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/richard-dalton): Consultant General Surgeon
- [Mr Paul Maddox](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/paul-maddox): Consultant General Surgeon
- [Mr Jonathan Ockrim](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Jonathan-Ockrim): Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon
- [Miss Claudi Reali](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/claudi-reali): Consultant Colorectal Surgeon
- [Mr Mike Williamson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mike-williamson): Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon
 
 **Cosmetic Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Armlift surgery (brachioplasty)
- Breast augmentation (enlargement)
- Breast implant removal
- Breast reduction (mammoplasty)
- Breast uplift (mastopexy)
- Brow lifting
- Cosmetic mole removal
- Dermal fillers
- Ear reshaping (pinnaplasty and otoplasty)
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
- Eye bags and dark circles
- Facelift
- Female genital aesthetic surgery
- Inverted nipple correction
- Lip lesion removal
- Male breast reduction (gynaecomastia)
- Nasal Surgery (Septoplasty)
- Necklift
- Nose reshaping (rhinoplasty)
- Scar revision surgery
- Split earlobe repair
- Thigh lift surgery
- Tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty)
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Miss Rachel Clancy](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rachel-clancy): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Mr Anthony MacQuillan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/anthony-macquillan): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Mr Jamie McIntosh](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jamie-mcIntosh): Consultant Cosmetic Breast Surgeon
- [Mr Richard Sutton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/richard-sutton): Consultant General and Breast Surgeon
 
 **Dermatology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Acne treatment
- Allergy testing
- Cryotherapy
- Eczema treatment
- Keratosis treatment
- Latex allergy testing
- Mole mapping and melanoma
- Psoriasis treatment
- Skin cancer treatment
- Skin tag removal
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Dominic Ayers](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/dominic-ayers): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Miss Rachel Clancy](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rachel-clancy): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Dr Beth Wright](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/beth_wright): Consultant Dermatologist
 
 **Endocrinology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Diabetes treatment
- Addison's disease treatment
- Hypothyroidism treatment
- Hyperthyroidism treatment
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Beas Bhattacharya](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Beas-Bhattacharya): Consultant Endocrinologist
 
 **Endoscopy Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Flexible cystoscopy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Gastroscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Upper GI endoscopy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Ben Colleypriest](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/ben-colleypriest): Consultant Gastroenterologist
- [Mr Jonathan Ockrim](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Jonathan-Ockrim): Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon
- [Dr John Saunders](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/john-saunders): Consultant Gastroenterologist
- [Dr David Walker](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/david-walker): Consultant Gastroenterologist
- [Mr Mike Williamson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mike-williamson): Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon
 
 **ENT Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) assessment
- Adenoid removal
- Deafness treatment
- Diving, Aviation & Occupational ENT
- Ear infection treatment
- Ear reshaping (pinnaplasty and otoplasty)
- Facial skin lesion and biopsy
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery
- Grommets insertion (glue ear treatment)
- Head and neck malignancy surgery
- Hearing aid advice and fitting
- Hearing loss management
- Hoarseness diagnosis and treatment
- Nasal blockage surgery (polyps and deviated nasal septum)
- Nasal Surgery (Septoplasty)
- Oral lesion excision
- Pharyngeal pouch surgery
- Salivary gland surgery
- Sinusitis treatment
- Skin Prick Allergy Testing
- Sleep apnoea treatment
- Snoring treatment
- Split earlobe repair
- Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
- Thyroid lobectomy
- Total thyroidectomy
- Tonsil removal (tonsillectomy)
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Professor Martin Birchall](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Martin-Birchall): Consultant ENT Surgeon
- [Mr Andrew Carswell](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/andrew-carswell): Consultant ENT Surgeon
- [Mr Stuart Gillett](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/stuart-gillett): Consultant ENT Surgeon
- [Mr Arthur Henderson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/arthur_henderson): Consultant ENT Surgeon
- [Miss Sophie Hollis](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Sophie.Hollis): Consultant ENT Surgeon
- [Mr Thomas Mawby](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/tom-mawby): Consultant ENT Surgeon
- [Mr Stephen McDonald](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/stephen-mcdonald): Consultant ENT and Plastic Surgeon
- [Miss Louise Melia](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/louise-melia): Consultant ENT Surgeon
 
 **Eye Treatment Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Refractive Lens Exchange
- Astigmatism assessment
- Cataract surgery
- Corneal transplant
- Diabetic retinopathy and oedema treatment
- Droopy eyes (ptosis)
- Epiretinal membrane (macular pucker)
- Eye bags and dark circles
- Eyelid cyst chalazion
- Eyelid cyst removal
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
- General ophthalmology
- Glaucoma
- Keratoconus
- Long-sightedness
- Macular degeneration
- Posterior capsule opacification
- Presbyopia treatment
- Short-sightedness
- Watering eye surgery
- Yag laser capsulotomy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Richard Antcliff](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/richard-antcliff): Consultant Ophthalmologist
- [Mrs Misha Badial](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/misha-badial): Consultant Ophthalmologist
- [Mr Roger Baer](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/roger-baer): Consultant Ophthalmologist
- [Mr Jonathan Boulton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jonathan-boulton): Consultant Ophthalmologist
- [Mr Duncan Leadbetter](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Duncan.Leadbetter): Consultant Ophthalmologist
- [Mrs Anna Lewis](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/anna-lewis): Associate Specialist Ophthalmic Surgeon
- [Mr Paolo Scollo](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/paolo-scollo): Consultant Ophthalmologist
- [Mrs Selina Tomlinson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/selina_tomlinson): Consultant Ophthalmologist
 
 **Foot and Ankle Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Ankle pain
- Ankle fusion
- Ankle ligament repair
- Ankle replacement surgery
- Big toe cheilectomy
- Foot bunion removal surgery
- Ganglion removal (feet)
- Ingrowing toenail treatment
- Midfoot fusions
- Repair of tibialis posterior tendon
- Rheumatoid foot reconstruction
- Subtalar fusion
- Toe deformity correction
- Triple fusion
- Arthritis treatment
- Congenital and post-traumatic deformity limb reconstruction
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Tristan Barton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/tristan-barton): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Mark Dahill](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mark-dahill): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Julian Grundy](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jules-grundy): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Derek Robinson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/derek-robinson): Consultant Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Specialist
 
 **Gastroenterology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Bowel cancer screening
- Colonoscopy
- Crohn's disease treatment
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy
- Gastroscopy
- Irritable bowel syndrome treatment
- Ulcerative colitis treatment
- Upper GI endoscopy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Ben Colleypriest](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/ben-colleypriest): Consultant Gastroenterologist
- [Mr Matthew Doe](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/matthew-doe): Consultant General and Gastroenterology Surgeon
- [Dr John Saunders](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/john-saunders): Consultant Gastroenterologist
- [Dr David Walker](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/david-walker): Consultant Gastroenterologist
 
 **General Surgery Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Anal fistula
- Appendicectomy
- Anti-reflux surgery
- Excessive sweating treatment
- Gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy)
- Gastric banding
- Gastroscopy
- Haemorrhoids removal
- Hernia surgery
- Ileo-anal pouch formation (restorative proctocolectomy)
- Pelvic floor disorder treatment
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Pilonidal sinus treatment
- Rectal bleeding
- Transanal haemorrhoidal dearterialisation (THD/HALO)
- Total thyroidectomy
- Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
- Thyroid lobectomy
- Total parathyroidectomy
- Varicose vein treatment
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr John Budd](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/john-budd): Consultant General and Vascular Surgeon
- [Mr Marc Bullock](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/marc-bullock): Consultant General & Colorectal Surgeon
- [Mr Richard Dalton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/richard-dalton): Consultant General Surgeon
- [Mr Matthew Doe](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/matthew-doe): Consultant General and Gastroenterology Surgeon
- [Mr Chris John](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/chris-john): Associate Specialist General Surgeon
- [Mr Richard Krysztopik](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/richard-krysztopik): Consultant General Surgeon
- [Mr Paul Maddox](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/paul-maddox): Consultant General Surgeon
- [Mr Jonathan Ockrim](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Jonathan-Ockrim): Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon
- [Mr Mahesh Pai](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mahesh-pai): Consultant Vascular and General Surgeon
- [Miss Claudi Reali](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/claudi-reali): Consultant Colorectal Surgeon
- [Miss Sarah Richards](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/sarah-richards): Consultant Laparoscopic and General Surgeon
- [Mr Richard Sutton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/richard-sutton): Consultant General and Breast Surgeon
- [Mr Mike Williamson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mike-williamson): Consultant General and Colorectal Surgeon
 
 **Gynaecology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Endometrial ablation
- Hysterectomy
- Hysteroscopy
- Laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis
- Ovarian cyst removal
- Prolapse repair
- Sterilisation
- Urodynamics
- Vaginal ultrasound
- Flexible cystoscopy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Miss Sarah Armstrong](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/sarah_armstrong): Consultant Gynaecologist & Fertility Specialist
- [Miss Jo Ficquet](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Jo-Ficquet): Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
- [Dr Louise Price](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/louise-price): General Practitioner Specialist Gynaecology
- [Mrs Aysha Qureshi](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/aysha-qureshi): Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
 
 **Hand Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery
- Dupuytren's contracture
- Finger joint replacement surgery
- Ganglion removal (hand)
- Hand and wrist ligament reconstruction
- Trigger finger release surgery
- Ulnar nerve release surgery
- Arthritis treatment
- Congenital and post-traumatic deformity limb reconstruction
- Cubital tunnel syndrome treatment
- Hand and lower arm arthritis treatment
- Musician's hand treatment
- Peripheral neuropathies
- Sport and industrial hand injury treatment
- Tennis elbow treatment
- Wrist arthroscopy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Olly Bradford](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/olly-bradford): General Practitioner Specialist Upper Limb
- [Miss Rachel Clancy](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rachel-clancy): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Mr Greg Pickering](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Greg-Pickering): Consultant Orthopaedic and Hand Surgeon
- [Mr Donald Sammut](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/donald-sammut): Consultant Hand & Wrist Surgeon
 
 **Health Screening Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Full Sulis Hospital Medical
- Private GP services
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Mahnaz Alsharif](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mahnaz-alsharif): GP and Sport & Exercise Medicine Physician
 
 **Hip Surgery Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Hip arthroscopy
- Hip replacement surgery
- Hip Injection
- Hip Replacement Surgery (Mako® Robotic-assisted)
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr James Berstock](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/james-berstock): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr James Berwin](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/James-Berwin): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Matthew Burwell](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/matthew.burwell): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Rohit Dhawan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rohit-dhawan): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Mujahid El-Deen](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mujahid-el-deen): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Julian Foote](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/julian-foote): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Sam Heaton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/sam-heaton): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Paul Latimer](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/paul-latimer): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Jonathan Quayle](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jonathan-quayle): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Sridhar Sampalli](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/sridhar-sampalli): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
 
 **Knee Surgery Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- ACL reconstruction surgery
- Knee arthroscopy
- Knee articular cartilage surgery
- Knee pain diagnosis & treatment
- Knee realignment surgery (osteotomy)
- Knee Replacement Surgery (Mako® Robotic-assisted)
- Knee replacement surgery
- Knee replacement surgery (partial)
- Kneecap joint replacement surgery
- Kneecap stabilisation surgery
- Meniscal repair surgery
- nSTRIDE non-surgical treatment
- Posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr James Berstock](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/james-berstock): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr James Berwin](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/James-Berwin): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Neil Bradbury](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/neil-bradbury): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon and Specialist Knee Surgeon
- [Mr Rohit Dhawan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rohit-dhawan): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Mujahid El-Deen](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mujahid-el-deen): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Julian Foote](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/julian-foote): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Sam Heaton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/sam-heaton): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Senthil Kumar](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/senthil-kumar): Associate Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Ben Lankester](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/ben-lankester): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Paul Latimer](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/paul-latimer): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Jonathan Quayle](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jonathan-quayle): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Alex Riddell](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Alex_Riddell): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Sridhar Sampalli](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/sridhar-sampalli): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
 
 **Neurology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Epilepsy management
- Migraine and headache treatment
- Movement disorder treatment
- Multiple sclerosis treatment
- Parkinson's disease treatment
- Peripheral neuropathies
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Robin Fackrell](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/robin-fackrell): Consultant in Geriatric and General Medicine
 
 **Pain Management Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Facet joint denervation
- Management of back pain
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Michael Coupe](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/michael.coupe): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Steven Morgan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/steven_morgan): Consultant Radiologist
- [Dr Andrew Souter](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/andrew-souter): Consultant in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine
 
 **Plastic Surgery Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Armlift surgery (brachioplasty)
- Breast augmentation (enlargement)
- Breast reduction (mammoplasty)
- Breast implant removal
- Breast uplift (mastopexy)
- Brow lifting
- Cosmetic mole removal
- Ear reshaping (pinnaplasty and otoplasty)
- Excessive sweating treatment
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
- Facelift
- Female genital aesthetic surgery
- Inverted nipple correction
- Lip lesion removal
- Male breast reduction (gynaecomastia)
- Mole mapping and melanoma
- Nasal Surgery (Septoplasty)
- Necklift
- Nose reshaping (rhinoplasty)
- Scar revision surgery
- Skin cancer treatment
- Skin grafts
- Skin lesion excision
- Skin lesion removal
- Split earlobe repair
- Thigh lift surgery
- Tummy tuck (Abdominoplasty)
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Dominic Ayers](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/dominic-ayers): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Miss Rachel Clancy](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rachel-clancy): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Mr Anthony MacQuillan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/anthony-macquillan): Consultant Plastic Surgeon
- [Mr Jamie McIntosh](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jamie-mcIntosh): Consultant Cosmetic Breast Surgeon
- [Dr Beth Wright](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/beth_wright): Consultant Dermatologist
 
 **Private GP Service**  
 *Treatments*  
- Full Sulis Hospital Medical
- Private GP services
- Sleep therapy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Mahnaz Alsharif](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mahnaz-alsharif): GP and Sport & Exercise Medicine Physician
- [Dr Ashish Bhatia](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/ashish.bhatia): Insomnia Specialist
- [Dr Philippa Girling](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/philippa-girling): GP Menopause Specialist
- [Dr Cassie McNeir](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Caroline-McNeir): General Practitioner
 
 **Respiratory Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Respiratory medicine
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Professor Jay Suntharalingam](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jay-suntharalingam): Consultant in Respiratory and General Internal Medicine
 
 **Rheumatology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Arthritis treatment
- Osteoarthritis treatment
- Osteoporosis treatment
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Philip Hamann](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/philip_hamann): Consultant Rheumatologist
- [Professor Raj Sengupta](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/raj-sengupta): Consultant Rheumatologist
- [Professor Millicent Stone](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Millicent-Stone): Consultant Rheumatologist
 
 **Shoulder And Elbow Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- AC joint osteoarthritis
- Elbow arthroscopy
- Elbow ligament injuries
- Elbow open debridement (elbow arthritis)
- Frozen Shoulder Treatment
- Golfer's elbow treatment
- Labral tear in the shoulder
- Latarjet shoulder stabilisation surgery
- Rotator cuff surgery
- Shoulder arthroscopic decompression
- Shoulder arthroscopic release
- Shoulder replacement surgery
- Shoulder stabilisation (Bankart repair)
- Shockwave therapy
- Shoulder osteoarthritis
- Tennis elbow treatment
- Ulnar nerve release surgery
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Olly Bradford](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/olly-bradford): General Practitioner Specialist Upper Limb
- [Mr Andrew Chambler](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/andrew-chambler): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon & Shoulder Specialist
- [Mr James Fagg](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/James.Fagg): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon & Shoulder Specialist
- [Mr Simon Gregg-Smith](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/simon-gregg-smith): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
- [Mr Gavin Jennings](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/gavin-jennings): Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon & Shoulder Specialist
- [Mr Senthil Kumar](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/senthil-kumar): Associate Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeon
 
 **Spinal and Neurosurgery Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Lumbar disc arthroplasty
- Lumbar spine microsurgery
- Management of back pain
- Minimally invasive spinal procedures
- Normal pressure hydrocephalus
- Scoliosis assessment
- Spinal decompression
- Spinal microdiscectomy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Richard Edwards](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/richard-edwards): Consultant Neurosurgeon
- [Mr Venkat Iyer](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/venkat-iyer): Consultant Neurosurgeon
- [Mr Priyan Landham](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/priyan-landham): Consultant Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon
- [Miss Naomi Slator](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/naomi_slater): Consultant Neurosurgeon
- [Mr Otto Von Arx](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/otto-von-arx): Consultant Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon
- [Mr Adam Williams](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Adam-Williams): Consultant Neurosurgeon
 
 **Sports Medicine Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Achilles tendinopathy
- Ankle pain
- Compartment pressure testing
- Diagnostic ultrasound
- PRP and autologous blood injections
- Sport and industrial hand injury treatment
- Sports injuries and MSK conditions
- Shockwave therapy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Mahnaz Alsharif](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mahnaz-alsharif): GP and Sport & Exercise Medicine Physician
- [Dr John Brooks](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/john-brooks): Consultant in Sports & Exercise Medicine
 
 **Urology Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Benign prostate disease
- Bladder investigation (cystoscopy)
- Bladder lesion removal
- Circumcision
- Flexible cystoscopy
- Hydrocele repair
- Prostate biopsy
- Prostate surgery
- Radical prostatectomy
- Scrotal lump treatment
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) treatment
- Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- Urinary stone disease treatment
- Urinary tract infection treatment
- Vasectomy
- Vasectomy reversal
- Rezum Therapy
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Mohammed Elsaghir](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mohammed-elsaghir): Consultant Urological Surgeon
- [Mr Edward Jefferies](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Edward.Jefferies): Consultant Urologist
- [Mr Jon McFarlane](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jon-mcfarlane): Consultant Urologist
- [Professor Raj Persad](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Raj.Persad): Consultant Urologist
- [Mr Tibor Pinczes](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Tibor-Pinczes): Consultant Urologist
 
 **Vascular Unit**  
 *Treatments*  
- Diabetic foot surgery
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Stroke prevention surgery (carotid endarterectomy)
- Varicose vein treatment
 
 *Specialists*  
- [Mr Mahesh Pai](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mahesh-pai): Consultant Vascular and General Surgeon
- [Mr Devan Thavarajan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/devan-thavaraja): Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon
 
 **Anaesthetic Unit**  
 *Specialists*  
- [Dr Robert Axe](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Robert-Axe): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Tim Cominos](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/tom-cominos): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Professor Timothy Cook](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/timothy-cook): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Professor Timothy Craft](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/tim-craft): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Richard Edwards](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/drrichard-edwards): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Andy Georgiou](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/andy-georgiou): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Stuart Gold](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/stuart-gold): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Kim Gupta](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/kim-gupta): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Rowan Hardy](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rowan-hardy): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr William Headdon](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/william-headdon): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Marek Kaminski](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/marek-kaminski): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Ian Kerslake](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/ian-kerslake): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Lydia Knoell](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/lydia-knoll): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Rebecca Leslie](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/rebecca-leslie): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Chris Marsh](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/chris-marsh): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Katherine Mitchell](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/katherine-mitchell): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Professor Jerry Nolan](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jerry-nolan): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Charlie Pope](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/charlie-pope): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Jonathan Price](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/jonathan-price): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Christopher Seller](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/christopher-seller): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Mark Sheils](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/mark-sheils): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Tom Simpson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/thomas-simpson): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Peter Steed](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/peter-steed): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Malcolm Thornton](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/Malcolm-Thornton): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Paul Watson](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/paul-watson): Consultant Anaesthetist
- [Dr Curtis Whittle](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/curtis-whittle): Consultant Anaesthetist
 


FAQs: Hospital Services

- **What services are provided at Sulis Hospital**
    
    Sulis Hospital provides private, insured and NHS healthcare.
    
    Over 150 consultants, covering more than 40 specialities, see and treat patients at Sulis Hospital. The hospital has an Advanced Diagnostic Unit providing a wide range of diagnostic services.
- **What are Sulis Hospital's quality ratings?**
    
    Sulis Hospital is rated ‘Outstanding for Caring’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Overall, we hold a ‘Good’ CQC rating. These assessments reflect our commitment to excellence in patient care.
- **How can I find out about the cost of private care at Sulis Hospital?**
    
    [Click here](https://www.sulishospital.com/patient-information/self-pay-prices) to see a list of guide prices.
- **Do you have a Quality Account?**
    
    We publish our quality account on an annual basis. Read our [2022/3 Quality Account here](https://view.officeapps.live.com/op/view.aspx?src=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com%2Fso-sulis-uploads%2Fpdfs%2FSulis-Hospital-Bath-Quality-Account-22-23-V0.2-003.pptx&wdOrigin=BROWSELINK).
    
    Sulis Hospital’s quality account shows our commitment to quality for our patients and partners.
- **How does Sulis operate as an independent hospital?**
    
    Sulis Hospital operates under the ownership of an NHS Trust, which allows us to seamlessly integrate best practices and governance from the Royal United Hospital, Bath (RUH). This integration ensures the highest standards of clinical safety and quality care for our patients. We monitor clinical quality and safety and report on this regularly by openly sharing information, ensuring we can respond to incidents quickly and effectively.
- **Before visiting my GP, where can I gather information about the treatments available and consultant specialists at Sulis Hospital?**
    
    We provide detailed information on a full range of treatments, conditions, symptoms and scans and tests. Browse our [full list of services](https://www.sulishospital.com/specialists/specialists-by-treatment).

FAQs: Appointments and Referrals

- **Can I book an appointment with a specialist without an NHS GP referral?**
    
    Yes, if you’re funding your treatment privately, you can book an appointment directly with your chosen consultant – you don’t need a referral from your GP. However, some consultants may prefer to have a referral as it provides important details about your condition and medical history.
    
    If you’re covered by private medical insurance, we recommend checking with your provider first, as a GP referral may be required. Once you have approval from your insurer, you can contact us to schedule your appointment.
    
    If you’re not sure which specialist is right for you, we offer a Private GP Service to help.
- **Can I transfer to private care after seeing an NHS specialist?**
    
    Yes, it’s often possible to switch to private care after seeing an NHS specialist.
    
    For self-funded treatment enquiries, please contact us to discuss the cost of your treatment and the process of moving from NHS to private care. In some cases, NHS consultants also practice privately at Sulis Hospital. This may allow you to continue seeing the same specialist.
    
    If you’re covered by insurance, whether you can switch depends on your policy. It may be that you need a new referral, or you may be able to continue treatment with the same consultant. You’d need to contact your insurer for authorisation, and to contact us to discuss your options.
- **Do I need a referral for diagnostic tests such as an MRI or CT scan?**
    
    Yes, you do need a referral for radiology services. The referral can be made by your GP, a private GP or your consultant. Advanced practitioner physiotherapists can also refer for diagnostic tests. Find out more about our [diagnostic services](https://www.sulishospital.com/treatments/specialist-units/advanced-imaging-unit).
- **Do I need a referral from my GP to see a consultant?**
    
    If you have private health insurance you will need your GP referral to claim on your insurance. The referral can be made by a Sulis private GP.
    
    If you are paying yourself, you can call us to book an appointment and we will discuss whether you need a GP referral as not all procedures require a referral.
    
    However, we would recommend that you see your GP first to ensure that you are booked in with the most appropriate specialist.
- **How long does a private consultation last?**
    
    Usually an initial consultation will take between 10 and 45 minutes, depending on the consultant and the specialty.
- **What happens at a private consultation?**
    
    The reason for your referral will detailed in your GP referral letter. Your consultant will ask you about your condition and any problems you've been experiencing. They may carry out a physical examination.
- **My physiotherapist has suggest I see a specialist, what's my next step?**
    
    Your first step is to call our patient advisory team, on 01761 422 288, for information on the consultant specialists, diagnostic facilities and available appointments at Sulis Hospital.
    
    Then, if you have private medical insurance, you'll need to contact your insurance company to obtain an authorisation number. You may need a referral letter from your health practitioner so check with your insurer before booking your appointment.

FAQs: Costs and Payments

- **How can I find out about the cost of private care at Sulis Hospital?**
    
    [Click here](https://www.sulishospital.com/patient-information/self-pay-prices) to see a list of guide prices.
- **How do I find out the cost of my treatment?**
    
    If you're a self-pay patient, then the fees for your treatment or surgery will be discussed with you individually and a detailed written quote prepared for you. If you'd like an estimate of the likely costs of surgery, please call us on 01761 422 288 and we'll be happy to discuss this further with you.
    
    For outpatient treatments, a price list is available from the nursing station to ensure that you are aware of the costs of treatments/procedures.
    
    Whether you're funded by your private health insurance, the NHS or are self-funding at Sulis Hospital we aim to ensure that the financial aspects of your visit to the hospital are dealt with efficiently, transparently and confidentially. The registration document which you sign when you arrive forms your contract with the hospital for services and facilities.
- **How can I pay for my treatment?**
    
    There are a number of ways to pay for treatment at Sulis Hospital, including:
    
    
    - Through private or company supported medical insurance
    - Funding your own treatment through one of Sulis Hospital’s self-pay options. You can pay by credit or debit card by telephone before your admission. We accept payment by personal cheque. Please make sure we receive the cheque 10 days before you come to the hospital. This is so that the cheque can clear first.
     
     *Insured Patients*If you have health insurance we always advise that you check with your insurance company that the proposed treatment is covered by your policy prior to attending your appointment.
    
    We also recommend that you liaise closely with your insurance company throughout the course of treatment as each provider has slightly different requirements.
    
    When you come to the hospital please bring with you your Insurance Registration documents and completed claim form, or alternative proof of pre-authorisation. If required by your insurance policy, please make sure that your claim form has been signed by your GP.  
    If you do not have all of your insurance details with you, it may be necessary for you to settle your account in full upon admission to Sulis Hospital. In order to meet the admission requirements of many insurance companies, we may need you to provide the date when your symptoms first developed and the date that you subsequently visited your GP.
    
    We have agreements with many insurance companies and the hospital will invoice them directly. However if you receive any invoices from your Consultant after discharge, you will need to forward these to your insurance company for payment.  
    Many insurance companies have an excess payment policy and it is advisable to check if there is any excess that you will be liable to pay for any treatment.
    
    Please note that take home medicines (apart from your own medication which is returned to you) and physiotherapy aids are not covered by medical insurance and you will therefore be presented with a bill where applicable.
    
     *Self Pay Patients*If you are not covered by medical insurance and are self-funding the cost of your treatment, you will be required to pay the agreed cost in full prior to your admission. If you are being admitted under any of the hospital's Self Pay options you will receive a detailed quote - including our Terms and Conditions - in advance of your treatment. This quote will identify what you need to pay and exactly what is included or excluded from this price.
    
     *NHS Patients*If you are admitted to the hospital under an NHS contract there will be no charges made to you other than those charges incurred for extras which are detailed below.
    
     *All Patients*Costs for any extras such as telephone calls, visitors' meals etc, will be invoiced to you and payment collected when you leave hospital. In order to assist in this process you may be asked to sign a Credit Card Mandate on admission. The Sulis Hospital Registration Form, available to all patients, contains details of the hospital's general Terms and Conditions.

FAQs: Getting to the Hospital

- **What is the best way to travel by car from Bath city centre?**
    
    Sulis Hospital is located 6 miles south of Bath city centre. Travelling from Bath, head south west on the A367 towards Shepton Mallet and Radstock. On the outskirts of Bath you will pass the Odd Down Park and Ride located on a roundabout. Take the third exit and remain on the A367 heading towards Radstock for approximately 4 miles.
    
    You will then go up a hill, keep in the left hand lane and at the roundabout you will automatically be in the filter lane keeping on the A367, do not go into the village of Peasedown St John. After approximately one mile you will pass the Audi and Mercedes-Benz dealerships on your left. At the roundabout take the first exit into Wellow Lane. Then take the first left into Foxcote Avenue and the Bath Business Park. Sulis Hospital is located immediately on your right hand side and the entrance is opposite the entrance to Mercedes-Benz.
- **How do I find Sulis Hospital Bath?**
    
    Our address is:
    
    Sulis Hospital Bath  
    Foxcote Avenue  
    Peasedown St John  
    Bath  
    BA2 8SQ
- **Can I park my car at Sulis Hospital Bath?**
    
    Yes, there is a free car park located directly in front of the hospital.
- **How do I get to Sulis Hospital from the Radstock and Shepton Mallet?**
    
    Travelling from the direction of Shepton Mallet, keep on the A367 going through the centre of Radstock following signs to Bath. After the double mini roundabout in the town centre follow the A367 for approximately 2.5 miles. You will come to the outskirts of Peasedown St John, do not take any turning into the village but remain on the A367 for another half mile.
    
    At the first roundabout take the third exit into Wellow Lane. Then take the first left into Foxcote Avenue and the Bath Business Park. Sulis Hospital is located immediately on your right hand side and the entrance is opposite the entrance to Mercedes-Benz.
- **How do I travel by public transport to Sulis Hospital Bath?**
    
    There are regular buses to Peasedown St John from Bath. This is a short walk from the hospital.
- **How far is Sulis Hospital Bath from my home?**
    
    Bath 6 miles; Bristol 17 miles; Frome 9 miles; Shepton Mallet 12 miles; Warminster 15 miles; Wells 15 miles; Yeovil 32 miles.

FAQs: Patient Experience

- **How should I prepare for my stay at Sulis Hospital?**
    
    We recognise that you will want to be as prepared as possible for your procedure.
    
    Some patients may be required to fast before they receive treatment. That is, not to eat or drink anything over a given length of time. Any such instructions should be included on your appointment letter. If you are unsure, you can call us and confirm if this applies to you.
    
    After your appointment is scheduled at the hospital, you will receive a health questionnaire. Please complete the questionnaire as soon as possible after receipt and return it to us in the accompanying self-addressed stamped envelope or online if available.
    
    When we receive your completed health questionnaire, our nursing staff will review it to ensure that no additional tests are required before your scheduled treatment. We may in some cases decide that we need to complete a further assessment either by telephone or in person prior to your scheduled appointment. We will contact you to arrange the telephone assessment or pre-operative assessment appointment ahead of your scheduled appointment.
    
    We believe that a caring, calm environment promotes a speedy recovery. Each in-patient room offers en-suite facilities and plenty of storage for personal items. We strongly recommend that you bring some entertainment with you whether its, magazines, personal tablet device or puzzle books. Each of our rooms are equipped with a television and internet is available free of charge. Working together with your Consultant and care team we will do everything to ensure that your stay is as comfortable and restful as possible.
- **What should I bring into hospital?**
    
    We make every effort to ensure that you are as comfortable as possible during your stay. We will provide you with all of the conveniences you would expect, including fresh linen, bath and hand towels and a robe. However should you be staying with us for more than a day, it is advisable to bring the following items with you:
    
    Toiletries such as:
    
    
    - Hairbrush, comb and shampoo
    - Toiletries
    - Nightwear
    - Underwear
    - Slippers (preferably non slip)
    - Some casual, loose fitting clothing to wear during the day
     
    If you are taking any medication please bring them in with you in their original, labelled containers as dispensed by your chemist / pharmacy.
    
    This includes:
    
    
    - Tablets and capsules
    - Liquids
    - Patches
    - Inhalers
    - Creams
     
    It is also important to let us know about any herbal preparations you may be taking.
    
    We will also need to see any written instructions supplied by your doctor such as a repeat prescription form.
    
    You may be asked to stop taking certain medications when coming in for surgery by the pre-assessment nurse following instruction from your consultant and/or anaesthetist. If you are advised to stop taking any medication we would ask that you still bring this medication with you to ensure that the clinical team are able to compile an accurate record of your current medication.
- **What should I bring if I am a day case patient?**
    
    If you are being admitted to the hospital for Day Care, you should dress casually and avoid restrictive clothing. You will not need nightwear but may want to bring some slippers.
- **What about money and valuables?**
    
    Property may be handed into our hospitality staff for safe keeping. There is no need to bring food with you as snacks and drinks are provided for patients in our Day Care Unit during or after treatment
- **Can I have a chaperone?**
    
    All patients are entitled to be accompanied by a chaperone. Please call us in advance of your appointment or ask at reception upon your arrival.
- **Can I listen to my music in theatre?**
    
    Yes if you are going to be awake during your procedure e.g. local anaesthetic then you are able to listen to your own music in theatre. You are may take in phones or other small devices that can be used with earphones.
- **Can I access the internet from Sulis Hospital?**
    
    Yes, wifi internet is available throughout the hospital for patients and visitors.
    
    Each in-patient room offers state-of-the-art technology which provides access to music, television, films and the internet.
- **Is your hospital fitted with an induction loop?**
    
    Yes, our hospital is fitted with an induction loop.
- **Do you have a policy on same sex accommodation?**
    
    Sulis Hospital is pleased to confirm that we are compliant with the Government's requirement to eliminate mixed-sex accommodation, except when it is in the patients overall best interest, or reflects their personal choice.
    
    We have the necessary facilities, resources and culture to ensure that patients who are admitted to our hospital will only share the room where they sleep with members of the same sex, and same sex toilets and bathrooms will be close to their bed area. Sharing with members of the opposite sex will only happen when clinically necessary (for example where patients need specialist equipment such as in ECU - enhanced care unit) or when patients actively choose to share.
    
    If our care should fall short of the required standard, we will report it. We will also set up an audit mechanism to make sure that we do not misclassify any of our reports. We will publish the results of that audit in the Board Quality and Performance report.
- **What are Sulis Hospital’s visiting hours?**
    
    We know how important it is that your friends can visit you in hospital. That's why we don't have restricted visiting hours however our suggested visiting hours are after 8 am and before 8 pm. The hospital is open 24 hours a day.
- **Can a visitor stay overnight?**
    
    Yes. Our 30 private bedrooms are furnished to a high standard with an en-suite, walk-in shower room and pull-out guest bed so a partner or parent can stay overnight. Your partner or parent will need to pay for their meals in addition to an overnight cost. This needs to be pre-arranged.
    
    There are no restrictive visiting hours, so your guests are very welcome to visit you at any time of day. However, we suggest visitors come after 8 am and before 8 pm at the latest.
- **Can I smoke at the hospital?**
    
    Smoking is prohibited within the hospital premises.
    
    Coming into hospital is always an opportunity to consider giving up smoking, it may be useful to discuss nicotine replacement therapy with your GP and/or pharmacist prior to your admission.
- **How do relatives and friends make enquiries about my condition?**
    
    Friends and relatives can contact the nursing ward directly on 01761 422201 to speak to our inpatient nurses about loved ones' recoveries.
- **How can I make a suggestion or complaint?**
    
    What you tell us matters. At Sulis Hospital, our aim is to give you the best possible experience whilst you undergo your diagnosis and/or surgery and treatment. Read more about making a [suggestion or complaint here](https://www.sulishospital.com/patient-information/feedback-and-complaints).

FAQs: Medical Support and Patient Care

- **What medical support is in place 24/7 for patients at Sulis Hospital?**
    
    Our Resident Medical Officers (RMOs) receive on-site support from our senior nursing team and have access to on-call consultant anaesthetists, and consultant surgeons. Sulis also maintains an on-call team to assist patients needing to return to theatre outside of regular hours.
- **How does Sulis Hospital handle patient transfers to the local NHS Trust?**
    
    In the extremely rare event that a patient needs intensive care, we work closely with the ambulance service and the Royal United Hospital Bath (RUH) to ensure safe and timely transfers for post-operative patients.
- **What additional support does Sulis Hospital provide during patient transfers?**
    
    We collaborate with Retrieve, the Adult Critical Care Transfer Service (ACCTS) for South West England. When the South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust (SWASFT) faces high-pressure activity, they step in to support our patient transfers to the Royal United Hospital Bath.

FAQs: Patient Policies and Hospital Standards

- **Can I read your Patient Policy?**
    
    Read our patient policy at Sulis Hospital Bath [here](https://www.sulishospital.com/privacy-policy).
- **Caldicott Guardian and Senior Information Risk Owner (SIRO)**
    
    **Senior information risk owner (SIROs)**
    
    Patients and partners should look to the SIRO as the focal point for the control of information risks and incidents. The SIRO’s main concern is the management of all of the information assets within Sulis Hospital. Their role also looks to foster a culture of protecting and using data. The SIRO is accountable to the Board of the organisation.
    
    The SIRO for Sulis Hospital is Libby Walters.
    
    **Caldicott guardian**
    
    The Caldicott guardian advises the SIRO in matters of patient confidentiality and information handling. If there is uncertainty in the use of a patient’s information, the guardian will advise on approaches to best practice in these situations.  
      
    They play the role of the conscience of the organisation. The SIRO will consult with the guardian where appropriate when conducting information risk reviews which comprise or contain patient information.  
      
    The Caldicott guardian for Sulis Hospital is Bernie Marden.
- **Are you compliant with the Accessible Information Standard?**
    
    The Accessible Information Standard applies to service providers across the NHS and adult social care. The Standard aims to ensure that disabled people have access to information that they can understand and communication support that they might need. Sulis Hospital are committed to being fully compliant with the Standard
- **What special accreditations has Sulis Hospital achieved**
    
    Sulis is the first independent hospital to achieve accreditation as an elective surgical hub through NHS England’s Getting It Right First Time (GIRFT) scheme. This accreditation, alongside our recognition as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider, underscores our commitment to providing high standards of clinical care.
- **What further accreditation is Sulis Hospital working toward?**
    
    Sulis Hospital is actively pursuing Anaesthesia Clinical Services Accreditation (ACSA). We hold regular meetings with our anaesthetists as individuals and participate in speciality meetings to ensure consistency in anaesthetic services.
- **Coronavirus update and advice**
- [Visit our coronavirus (COVID-19) information page](https://www.sulishospital.com/covid-19)