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At Spire Harpenden Hospital, we use many of the latest surgical techniques to replace painful and damaged hips and help you get back to your everyday activities. Learn more about the options available to you at our free information evening.

Urology is a surgical specialty which deals with diseases of the urinary and reproductive tracts in men, and with urinary disease in women. At Spire Harpenden Hospital we offer fast access to diagnostic scans and tests, treatments and aftercare. Our specialist consultants can treat various common benign and malignant conditions.

By far the most common cause of cataracts is ageing of the cells within the lens of the eye. One in three people over the age of 65 have cataracts or have had cataracts removed by surgery. Sometimes people can get them in their 40's or 50's.

Many men and women are choosing cosmetic surgery to help them achieve the look they want. We know that having cosmetic surgery is a big decision and there's a lot you will want to consider.

Hand issues are very common and can affect any age, there are a number of different reasons for hand pain including injury, wear and tear and repetitive strain. Treatment will vary depending on the initial cause of the pain.

Shoulder pain is very common and can affect any age, there are a number of different issues that can cause shoulder pain including injury, wear and tear and repetitive strain. Treatment will vary depending on the initial cause of the pain.

Hernia's can occur in anyone, however commonly result from a strain in the stomach area, when pressure is raised through activities including persistent coughing, lifting heavy objects or straining on the toilet.

An introduction to dementia with Dr Soumit Singhai.

Here at Spire Harpenden Hospital we have recently launched our new memory clinic, allowing patients to receive a comprehensive assessment of cognition and brain health with Dr Soumit Singhai.

Whether it was caused by a winning kick in football, or just by lifting something heavy, back pain affects most people at some point in their lives. Mr James Langdon is a Consultant Spinal Surgeon at Spire Harpenden Hospital, he sees patients with back pain during every clinic. Here he explains the commonest causes of back pain and shares some top tips on how to manage acute back pain.