Private gallbladder surgery Thames Valley
Keyhole surgery to remove your gallbladder because of a blocked bile duct.
Thanks to a routine operation, you could stop pain from gallstones for the rest of your life. This procedure is known as gallbladder removal, and the team here at Spire have a wealth of experience with it.
Spire is an excellent choice for private gallbladder removal in Slough and other eastern parts of Greater London. Our consultants can perform this procedure in as little as two hours, with only a short hospital stay needed afterwards.
Sometimes also called
- Laparoscopic cholecystectomy
- Open cholecystectomy
At a glance
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Typical hospital stay
Same day or one night for keyhole surgery -
Procedure duration
One to two hours -
Type of anaesthetic
Usually general -
Available to self-pay?
Yes -
Covered by health insurance?
Yes
Why Spire?
- Fast access to treatment when you need it
- Internationally and nationally renowned consultants
- Clear, simple pricing and flexible payment options
- Rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission
Gallbladder removal: what to expect at Spire Thames Valley
You’ll begin by attending an initial consultation, where your consultant will determine how to approach your procedure and explain their decision to you.
On the day, the team will escort you to your private room and guide your family and friends to a waiting area. Once everything’s ready, you’ll be supplied with a general anaesthetic and taken down to theatre. It should all be taken care of within a few hours, and the nurses will be ready to provide whatever aftercare you need for as long as you need it.
How to book
If you’re in need of gallbladder removal in Slough and other nearby towns, Spire Thames Valley Hospital is here to help. Contact the team on 01753 662241, or find them at 01753 468 853 for any self-pay enquiries. You could also complete our online enquiry form.
How much does Gallbladder / gallstone removal (cholecystectomy) cost at Spire Thames Valley Hospital
It’s a common operation to have done privately, and our inclusive prices and access to payment plans make it easy and more affordable, even if you don’t have medical insurance.
| Gallbladder removal (laparoscopic cholecystectomy) | Fees |
|---|---|
| Initial consultation | from £150 |
| Treatment | £5,825 |
| Aftercare | Included |
| Guide price | £5,975 |
|
Monthly treatment price (Loan applicable to the treatment cost and excludes the initial consultation) |
£232 |
| Representative example | |
|---|---|
| Loan amount | £5,075 |
| Deposit | £750 |
| Loan period | 24 months |
| Representative APR | 9.9% |
| Total amount repayable | £5,568 |
The guide price displayed shows what most patients who pay for their own treatment should expect to pay for treatment. The price may vary depending on Consultant, type of anaesthetic, implant or drug used, and may also vary due to your medical history.
Spire Thames Valley Hospital can provide you with a single, fixed price so there are no surprises. Please read Spire Healthcare's terms and conditions for full details of what’s included and excluded in your fixed price when paying for yourself. Finance options are available through our partner Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd, 10 Norwich Street, London, EC4A 1BD.
Find a consultant for your gallbladder removal procedure at Spire Thames Valley
Take a look at the profiles below and learn more about the team here at Spire Thames Valley. Between them, they have decades of experience performing this simple procedure.
Find a consultant at Spire Thames Valley
Areas served
Spire Thames Valley is really easy to reach from many parts of West London, including for gallstone removal near the Chalfonts. The hospital is just north of Slough centre, close to Wrexham Park Golf Course on Wexham Street.
This will also be your closest Spire hospital if you live in:
- Denham
- High Wycombe
- Maidenhead
- Staines-upon-Thames
- Windsor
The treatment described on this page may be adapted to meet your individual needs, so it's important to follow your healthcare professional's advice and raise any questions that you may have with them.
How to get to us
Spire Thames Valley Hospital is only a 10 minute drive from both the M4 and M40 motorways and we are less than half an hour from central London by train.
Spire Thames Valley Hospital,
Wexham Street
Wexham
Bucks
SL3 6NH
Main Switchboard: 01753 662241
Self-pay treatment enquiries: 01753 665404
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Important information about Covid-19 tests
Spire Thames Valley Hospital is only able to provide Covid-19 tests to patients undergoing surgery at our hospital. Covid-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service.
Sources
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cholecystectomy/about/pac-20384818
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gallbladder-removal/what-happens/
https://www.healthline.com/health/gallbladder-removal-open
https://www.bupa.co.uk/health-information/digestive-gut-health/gallstones
https://www.everydayhealth.com/gallbladder/diagnostic-tests-for-gallbladder-disease.aspx