Articles for General

02
Sep

Relay For Life, Hellifield, near Skipton.

Written by Ann Jordan under General | No Comments

Abbey Gisburne Park Hospital is delighted to be a sponsor of this Saturday’s Relay For Life, being held at Gillian’s Laithe, Hellifield. The Opening Ceremony will commence at 2pm on Saturday 4 September. The Relayers will continue walking until 2pm Sunday 5 September. So far £80,000 has been raised. Spectators welcome. ... continue reading "Relay For Life, Hellifield, near Skipton."

25
Jul

Tailor-made Knee Surgery

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An individual personalised total knee replacement. This new procedure and full details of understanding the benefits can be discussed with consultant orthopaedic surgeons at Abbey Carrick Glen Hospital, Ayr, Scotland and Abbey Gisburne Park Hospital, Gisburn, near Clitheroe.

24
Jul

Bladder Botox

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A procedure known as bladder botox is being used for the treatment of over-active bladder syndrome and suitable for females over the age of 40 with urinary frequency, episodes of leakage and failed medical therapy.
The over-active bladder can be a nuisance factor and the use of Botulinium Toxin has been used for decades in therapeutic ... continue reading "Bladder Botox"

21
Jun

LIVERPOOL WOMENS HEALTH EVENT

Written by Ann Jordan under Events, General | 1 Comment

Abbey Sefton Hospital were delighted to once again host their very popular womens educational health evening which was held at Formby Hall Golf Club on the 17 June with nearly 100 ladies in attendance.  GR8 Life magazine covered the event and a cheque for £700 was handed to the NSPCC.  Consultant speakers for the event ... continue reading "LIVERPOOL WOMENS HEALTH EVENT"

07
May

Take Control of your Weight Open Days in Lancashire & Liverpool

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Abbey Sefton Hospital is holding 2 events – Come and meet the team and talk to us about Gastric Band, Gastric Bypass, Non-surgical Gastric Balloon in LIVERPOOL on Wednesday 11 August  2010 at 6.30pm. Closes at 8.30pm. Venue: The Sefton Suite, University Hospital Aintree, Liverpool, L9 7AL. LANCASHIRE:  On Saturday 14 August at 10am-12 noon at Abbey Gisburne Park Hospital, Gisburn, ... continue reading "Take Control of your Weight Open Days in Lancashire & Liverpool"

25
Apr

Scottish Sports Injury Clinic

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We know that sports injuries can be a real pain.  The team at Scottish Sports Injury Clinic want to get you back to sport as soon as possible, so to avoid delays we accept self referrals, without the need to see your GP.
The Scottish Sports Injury Clinic is based at Abbey Carrick Glen Hospital in ... continue reading "Scottish Sports Injury Clinic"

28
Mar

Pain Management

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A new service for Pain Management  at Abbey Gisburne Park Hospital is now available.  The consultant in Pain Medicine is a specialist in treating acute and wide ranging chronic pain conditions from headaches to cancer and fractured spine.
Acute pain is when there is a medical problem that needs treatment and once you take care of the ... continue reading "Pain Management"

28
Jan

From Our Lips to Your Birmingham Hips

Written by Ann Jordan under General | 1 Comment

If your surgeon has decided that you will benefit from hip replacement surgery  to replace the parts of your hip that have been damaged by degenerative joint diseases like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, dysplasia, or avascular necrosis, you might consider  the benefits of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR)  technique.  This is a relatively new procedure of ... continue reading "From Our Lips to Your Birmingham Hips"

27
Jan

Gastric Banding Is Powerful Procedure

Written by Ann Jordan under General | 2 Comments

A gastric band operation is one of the most effective Bariatric (weight loss surgery) procedures available for weight loss and an alternative to more invasive gastric bypass surgery.  This surgery is usually recommended only if non-surgical treatments, such as diet, exercise or CBT have proved unsuccessful.
The gastric banding procedure involves placing an adjustable band around ... continue reading "Gastric Banding Is Powerful Procedure"

26
Jan

Welcome!

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Welcome to Abbey Hospitals new website!  We hope you find that if reflects who we are and what we are trying to do. We pride ourselves on being approachable, friendly and easy to deal with at a time when you will naturally be anxious and concerned.  You can rest assured that each of the four ... continue reading "Welcome!"