Derek soldiers on painting miniatures after cataract operation
14 January 2021
Derek tells of how failing eyesight almost put paid to his intricate painting skills as cataracts developed in both of his eyes.

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14 January 2021
Derek tells of how failing eyesight almost put paid to his intricate painting skills as cataracts developed in both of his eyes.
04 March 2020
“I now finally have a nose that I actually like and I’m no longer embarrassed or concerned about having my photograph taken. It’s definitely given me the confidence I need to move forward." Read Helen's story of having a rhinoplasty at Spire Parkway Hospital.
03 February 2020
Tinnitus is the term for the sensation of hearing sounds when, in fact, all around is silent. It is often a ringing or buzzing in the ears, but, according to the BTA, the actual cause is still unclear and treatment ‘successes’ are ‘varied’ to say the least. Now Tea for Tinnitus week - which runs from February 3 to 9 - encourages people to ‘put the kettle on’ take a break and just listen.
13 December 2019
Dr Kim Gregory works with international athletes and sports professionals and now she has joined the team at Spire Parkway Hospital.
12 December 2019
As his eyesight steadily deteriorated, 71-year-old Geoff Bell was worried that he might have to give up riding his beloved motorbike. But following two successful cataract operations Geoff is back on his Honda 750 and now doesn’t even need glasses when he’s out on the road.
09 December 2019
Spire Parkway Hospital has been upgraded to a ‘Good’ rating, following an inspection by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
19 November 2019
Staff at the Bupa Health Clinic in Solihull joined forces with Spire Parkway Hospital, Solihull to support Prostate Cancer Awareness.
12 November 2019
Less pain, faster healing times and lower infection risks are all things we’d like any surgery we have to benefit from, and arthroscopies are known for this. Orthopaedic Consultant and Knee specialist Mr James Arbuthnot answers some questions about the procedure.
31 October 2019
If your child is wetting the bed past the age of five, it can not only be frustrating, but worrying too. Here’s how to stay positive and support them to become dry at night.
15 October 2019
Spire Parkway offers a number of specialist treatments within its physiotherapy department including clinical massage with Julie Newman.