HIGHGATE HOSPITAL: the ideal destination for both outpatients and inpatients
Personalised care, privacy and efficiency sets it apart from larger institutions
With 28 private en-suite bedrooms, 18 outpatient consulting rooms and a range of onsite services for all your healthcare needs, Highgate Hospital’s commitment to quality is reflected in its attentive staff, modern facilities and a focus on continuous improvement.
Patients likely see the same healthcare professionals throughout their treatment, building trust and consistency. Staff have the time to focus on each individual’s specific needs and a comfortable, uncrowded atmosphere contributes to a relaxed and reassuring experience.
The hospital works with over 150 healthcare professionals, many of whom also work in the NHS and are leaders in their field. A mix of male and female consultants ensures patients are comfortable throughout their journey. Patients are prioritised through compassion, respect and personalised care, supported by clinical expertise, ongoing learning, and a commitment to quality and safety.
Consultants must meet strict criteria set by the Hospital’s practicing privileges policy that ensures compliance with clinical frameworks and registered bodies. A medical advisory committee supports the clinical decisions to facilitate practicing at our hospital.
The hospital’s dedicated staff has more than 100 members, including highly experienced nurses, physiotherapists, and radiographers. All nurses are registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
Patient care meets the highest safety and quality standards, and Highgate Hospital continually improves its services while promoting an inclusive, supportive and tolerant environment. There is a selection of freshly prepared meals, thoughtfully prepared on-site to meet dietary needs and religious preferences, with kosher meals available upon request.
Comfortable, modern inpatient rooms are spread across two floors with a nurse’s station on each ensuring that patients are closely monitored. Outpatient consulting rooms are each equipped with modern technology tailored to its respective specialty. Accredited operating theatres are supported by a team of dedicated specialist staff, ensuring the highest standards of care. There is also a private GP service offering same day appointments and an onsite pharmacy. One stop clinics offer a range of tests including diagnostics, blood tests, physiotherapy or minor ops.
Hospital Director Barnette Lessem was born in South Africa and made aliyah in 1977. Having grown up in a medical family, since relocating to London with her family in 2001, Barnette has worked in private healthcare and now leads Nuffield Health The Holly and Highgate Hospitals and is keen to forge excellent relationships with the local community.
“At the heart of our hospital is a team driven by compassion, professionalism and a shared commitment to excellence,” she says. “I believe in leading with transparency, trust and respect, empowering each member of staff to take ownership of their role and how they contribute to patient care. We encourage a culture of continuous learning, where feedback is valued, and innovation is encouraged. By nurturing collaboration across departments and recognising individual strengths, we create an environment where both staff and patients feel supported, safe, and heard. My role is to ensure that every decision we make reflects our core values and puts people – patients and staff – first.”
Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital in Buckhurst Hill complements the offering, with a dedicated one-stop breast clinic, ophthalmology suite and Macmillan- accredited cancer care service. The Holly is also registered to treat children.
Looking ahead to 2026, Highgate is privileged to be part of a large GE imaging replacement project that will see the imaging team receive brand-new, state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging equipment, with a full departmental upgrade scheduled for next year.