About us
The Ridgeway Hospital has proudly served the local community for over 40 years, earning a strong reputation for delivering fast, expert diagnosis and treatments across both routine and complex conditions.
In June 2022, we were rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), who described our services as effective and well-led. They also praised our team for treating patients with compassion and kindness, and for involving both patients and their families in care decisions - helping people feel informed and confident throughout their treatment journey.
Previously known as BMI The Ridgeway Hospital, we are now part of Circle Health Group - the UK’s largest private hospital provider, with over 54 sites nationwide and a track record for award-winning patient care.
Our hospital supports a wide range of services - from routine investigations to complex surgery - delivered by expert consultants and supported by dedicated nursing teams. We have a Resident Medical Officer on-site 24/7, ensuring continuous care in a friendly, comfortable environment. We have 53 beds, including 31 private en-suite rooms for those staying overnight, and three theatres, one of which houses the advanced Stryker Nav Suite used for image-guided surgery.
In 2021 we refurbished our Endoscopy Suite to offer our patients a dedicated endoscopy facility in a calm and welcoming atmosphere, with patient privacy at the forefront of its design. All pre and post endoscopy care is delivered in individual en-suite rooms which ensure privacy, dignity and confidentiality are maintained throughout the patient stay.
The Ridgeway Hospital has recently undergone significant development to meet the growing needs of our patients, including:
- Increased outpatient consultation capacity
- Three new outpatient treatment rooms
- An expanded Oncology Unit
- A fully refurbished Physiotherapy Gym
- Two entrances for easy access: Moormead (front) and Atrium (rear)
Most recently, we are proud to announce the arrival of Mazor™ Robotics technology, a groundbreaking advancement in spinal surgery. This system enhances surgical accuracy, shortens procedure time, and improves patient outcomes.
Our Imaging Suite offers a full range of diagnostics, including:
- 1.5T MRI Scanner
- CT Scanner
- Same-day X-ray appointments
- Ultrasound
We aim to see patients for MRI scans within 10 days, with prices starting from £460, depending on the scan area. Going private can provide a welcome alternative to long NHS waiting lists, helping patients access answers and, if needed, treatment plans more quickly.
Our Physiotherapy team focuses on overall wellbeing, combining health screening, fitness, and rehabilitation. The department includes, a fully equipped gym, with multiple treatment rooms. No GP referral is needed, and you can now book online so you can book a time that suits you.
Opened in 2022, our Ambulatory Day Care Suite was designed with today’s healthcare advancements in mind. Many procedures that previously required overnight stays can now be safely done as day cases. Patients typically return home within four hours, following personalised aftercare in a relaxing, purpose-built space.