Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Gillingham

16/03/2026

This week we are proud to be recognising Neurodiversity Week.

A huge thank you to Gemma Collier for transforming our staff kitchen into a hub of learning and awareness. Throughout the week, colleagues have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity through interactive VR workshops, as well as daily facts and knowledge sharing.

These activities allow our teams to experience, first-hand, some of the perspectives of neurodiverse individuals, helping to build greater awareness, empathy and inclusivity across our workplace.

Thank you, Gemma, for championing such an important topic and helping to spark meaningful conversations across the centre.

06/03/2026

Today we are proud to celebrate International Women’s Day and recognise the incredible women who make up such a vital part of our team at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Gillingham.

This year’s theme, “Give to Gain”, is a powerful reminder that by supporting, mentoring and uplifting one another, we all grow stronger together. Across our centre, we see this every day, from experienced clinicians sharing their knowledge, to colleagues supporting one another through busy surgical lists and working collaboratively to ensure every patient receives outstanding care.

The women across our surgical centre play an essential role in delivering safe, compassionate and high-quality healthcare. Their expertise, dedication and teamwork not only make a difference to our patients, but also help create an environment where others can learn, grow and succeed.

Today we celebrate the impact of giving through leadership, support and collaboration and the collective gains it brings to our patients, our colleagues and our community.

Thank you to all the brilliant women who continue to inspire us every day.

05/03/2026

Discover Our Hospital Network – Access across England 🏥

At Practice Plus Group, the 5th largest independent hospital provider in UK, we’re proud to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across a wide network of hospitals and surgical centres throughout England.

📍 Our hospitals & surgical centres are located in:
• Barlborough, Derbyshire
• Birmingham, West Midlands
• Emersons Green, Bristol
• Ilford, Essex
• Plymouth, Devon
• Shepton Mallet, Somerset
• Southampton, Hampshire
• Devizes, Wiltshire
• Gillingham, Kent
• Portsmouth, Hampshire
• Rochdale (Ophthalmology)
• Buckinghamshire (MSK & Diagnostics)

These locations form an integrated network where patients can access core specialties such as orthopaedics, ophthalmology, general surgery, diagnostics and more — with short waiting times and strong clinical outcomes.

👉 Explore our full list of facilities and interactive map here:
🔗 https://practiceplusgroup.com/hospitals/

03/03/2026

As part of our continued commitment to expanding high-quality surgical services for patients across Kent and Medway, we are pleased to share that Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Gillingham is now offering laparoscopic hernia repair. 🎉

Performed by our Medical Director and General Surgeon, Mr Richard Dickson-Lowe.
Mr Dickson-Lowe says:
"This enhancement to our service means that patients who would previously have required transfer to our sister hospital in Ilford can now receive their care locally in Gillingham. Laparoscopic repair offers well-established clinical benefits, including reduced post-operative pain, shorter recovery time and an earlier return to normal daily activities" 🙌💜

📞 If you’re experiencing hernia symptoms, ask your GP for a referral to Practice Plus Group Gillingham, or contact our Private Patient team on 0330 162 9573 to find out more.

https://practiceplusgroup.com/hospitals/gillingham/

03/03/2026

🌙 Ramadan Mubarak! 🌙

Practice Plus Group wishes all our Muslim colleagues, patients, and communities a blessed and peaceful holy month. 💜

During Ramadan, those observing will fast from sunrise to sunset - a time for spiritual reflection, togetherness, and generosity. As we embrace this sacred month, let’s support and uplift one another with kindness and understanding. ✨

02/03/2026

Congratulations to our Pluckley Raptors Under 12’s team, who managed to secure a win in their semi final cup game yesterday!

Well done to all the players and a huge thank you to coaches Kacey & Leigh for the amazing work they do 👏🏼 🏆 ⚽️

16/02/2026

Are you a patient of ours (past or present) and want to be a part of our patient forum?
If so, we would love to hear from you.
Please speak with a member of our reception staff or call us on 01634 236630.

08/01/2026

Dr Devi Shetty, Founder and Chair of Narayana Health, spoke to Susanna Galton at The Telegraph recently after acquiring Practice Plus Group Hospitals Limited's hospitals and surgical centres. 📰🤝

Dr Shetty says “Everything good in my life happened because of the NHS” and shares his dream of using technology to help transform the NHS and offer everyone in the world access to high quality healthcare.🏥✨

Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e5UWFGjP

15/12/2025

Celebrating 20 Years of Care in Gillingham!🎉

This month, our team at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Gillingham marked two decades of exceptional care since opening in 2005!🏥🙌
From treating over 150,000 patients to expanding services in ophthalmology, orthopaedics, and general surgery, the centre has grown alongside our amazing staff and local community.💜

A huge thank you to our dedicated team, past and present, for making this journey possible. Here’s to continuing to provide outstanding care for many more years!🙌✨

👉 Read more about our 20-year story: https://practiceplusgroup.com/knowledge-hub/20-years-care-gillingham/

Staff at Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Gillingham are marking two decades of outstanding patient care. Read more here.

14/12/2025

This is what some of our colleagues get up to on a Sunday! Up early and braving the cold for a 5k run. A fantastic local event at Chatham Maritime, full of festive cheer and community spirit 👏🏼 🎄

12/12/2025

Feedback Friday ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Reviews like this truly make our day. They also help future patients feel informed and reassured when choosing their care. Knowing that our patients feel safe, supported, and well looked after is always our top priority.

09/12/2025

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Gemma Collier, who has been awarded ‘Outstanding Contribution to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (ED&I)’ at the prestigious Practice Plus Group Excellence Awards last Friday.

The event brought together an inspiring group of nominees and winners across the organisation, and Gemma’s achievement stands out as a testament to her passion, commitment, and impact.

Gemma, Registered Nurse, shared:

“I can’t believe I won for literally just doing my job. I’m still in shock because everyone deserved to win. I am so grateful that working for Practice Plus Group allows me to follow my passions and highlight such important work.”
Congratulations, Gemma — a truly well-deserved recognition. 🌟