About Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital
Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital is a private hospital located within the grounds of the historic St Bartholomew's Hospital in the City of London. It focuses on complex cardiac care and cancer treatment, drawing on consultants associated with Barts' internationally recognised heart and cancer services, alongside diagnostics, cardiology and oncology outpatient clinics.
As part of Nuffield Health, a not-for-profit organisation, the hospital reinvests its income into health services. Patients are treated in private en-suite rooms with consultant-led care and specialist nursing, and imaging and diagnostic facilities support rapid assessment. The hospital treats patients with private medical insurance as well as those paying for their own care.
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Specialties
- Cardiology
- Cardiac surgery
- Oncology
- Haematology
- General surgery
- Diagnostics and imaging
- Respiratory medicine
- Urology
What to expect
- Private en-suite rooms
- Specialist cardiac and cancer facilities
- Consultant-led care
- Not-for-profit provider
- Self-pay and insured patients welcome
How to access Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital
With health insurance
Check the hospital is on your insurer's list (most major insurers include Nuffield Health facilities), get a GP or direct-access referral, then pre-authorise the treatment with your insurer.
Self-pay
Ask the hospital for a fixed-price package quote — most offer them for common procedures, with payment plans often available.
NHS-funded
Some private hospitals treat NHS patients for certain procedures. Ask your GP whether choosing this hospital through the NHS e-Referral system is possible for your treatment.
Other private hospitals in London
- Cancer Centre London
- Cleveland Clinic London Hospital
- Cromwell Hospital
- Fortius Clinic London
- Hendon Hospital
- King Edward VII's Hospital
Frequently asked questions
Is Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital NHS or private?
Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital is a private hospital, part of Nuffield Health. Some private hospitals also treat NHS-funded patients for certain procedures under the NHS e-Referral system — ask your GP whether that's an option for your treatment.
Can I be treated at Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital with health insurance?
Most major UK health insurers include Nuffield Health facilities on their network, but always check your specific policy first. The hospital is recognised by major UK health insurers such as Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva and Vitality, and self-pay options are typically available.
Can I self-pay at Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital without insurance?
Yes — most private hospitals, including this one, offer fixed-price self-pay packages for common procedures, often with payment plans available. Ask the hospital directly for a quote.