When it comes to looking after your health there are few things more important. There's no doubt that the NHS does a great job, but no one would argue that its resources are stretched to the limit. But if you don't want to live with the anxiety of sitting on a waiting list, or have the worry of catching a potentially life-threatening infection when you do get admitted to hospital, then going private is a real option for many people.

What the Private Healthcare Guide does is enable you discover how best to access the treatment you need in the private sector. What's more, the independent sector offers a whole range of cosmetic procedures - that are becoming increasingly popular - so you'll also find information on procedures that might not be available to you on the NHS.

So if you're considering going private - for anything from a hip replacement to weight-loss surgery, or if you're looking to improve your appearance with the perfect smile or a nip 'n' tuck op, you'll find all you need to know here. What's more, getting hold of any of the doctors, surgeons, dentists and companies featured in these pages, couldn't be easier. Simply click on their link and you'll go straight through to their website.

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