Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movement Disorder

If you’re legs, or arms, twitch and jump through the night when you’re sitting still or sleeping, you could be experiencing Periodic Limb Movement Disorder or Restless Leg Syndrome. Periodic Limb Movement Disorder is the repetitive movements of the arms, legs, or both, while you’re a sleep.  Restless Leg Syndrome is the irresistible urge to […]

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Restless Legs Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movement Disorder

If you’re legs, or arms, twitch and jump through the night when you’re sitting still or sleeping, you could be experiencing Periodic Limb Movement Disorder or Restless Leg Syndrome. Periodic Limb Movement Disorder is the repetitive movements of the arms, legs, or both, while you’re a sleep.  Restless Leg Syndrome is the irresistible urge to […]

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KIMS Hospital Makes Space For Thousands Of Cardiology Procedures With New Cath Lab

Thousands more patients in Kent needing non-surgical heart procedures can be treated in The Cardiology Centre at KIMS Hospital’s recently opened second Catheter Lab (Cath Lab). The hospital’s Cardiology Centre now has ten times the capacity it had when it first opened in 2014, carrying out just over 240 procedures in the first year, to […]

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KIMS Hospital celebrates 10 years in Kent

KIMS Hospital celebrates 10 years as the largest independent hospital in Kent, welcoming its first patient in April 2014 and growing into a thriving business across multiple locations. The hospital opened Sevenoaks Medical Centre in 2020 as part of its mission to provide affordable, quality healthcare across Kent, and in 2021, was acquired by LycaHealth, […]

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Sevenoaks Medical Centre has partnered with Sevenoaks Leisure Centre

We are excited to announce that Sevenoaks Medical Centre has partnered with Sevenoaks Leisure Centre. As part of this Partnership, staff and leisure centre members will now enjoy preferential rates for diagnostic and interventional treatments at Sevenoaks Medical Centre. As a sign of commitment to the community, Sevenoaks Medical Centre will also be offering free […]

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Sevenoaks Medical Centre becomes the Medical Partner of Tonbridge Angels Football Club

We are delighted to share the exciting news that Sevenoaks Medical Centre has officially become the Medical Partner of Tonbridge Angels Football Club. This partnership further strengthens our commitment to providing exceptional medical care and education in the sports environment.  At Sevenoaks Medical Centre, which is proudly associated with KIMS Hospital in Maidstone, we recognise […]

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First Hospital In Kent To Achieve ‘Gold Standard’ Theatre Safety Accreditation

KIMS Hospital becomes the first hospital in Kent to achieve the Association for Perioperative Practice (AfPP) accreditation for their high standards of patient safety across their five theatres. Lindsey King, Practice Development Lead Theatres at KIMS Hospital, comments, “We’re proud of the high standards we have in our theatres and this accreditation recognises the hard […]

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KIMS Hospital Raises Over £16,000 for Air Ambulance Kent Surrey Sussex

We are delighted here at KIMS Hospital, Maidstone to of raised an amazing £16,248 for our 2022/23 Charity of the Year, Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS). The hospital’s charity of the year is chosen by the team of over 500 employees who then hold a number of events, challenges and competitions to help […]

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Sevenoaks Medical Centre Renews Sponsorship with Sevenoaks Rugby Club for 2023/24 Season

Sevenoaks Medical Centre, part of KIMS Hospital, announces today the extension of its sponsorship of Sevenoaks Rugby Club for the new season. Sevenoaks Medical Centre has been the clubs medical sponsor for the last two seasons providing teams, members and supporters with easy access to scans, tests and treatments close to their home. Sevenoaks Rugby […]

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Welcoming Our New Chief Nurse

Introducing Sarah Colebrook, KIMS Hospital’s new Chief Nurse Hello, I am delighted to join KIMS Hospital as Chief Nurse and I have received such a warm welcome, which reflects on the positive culture across KIMS Hospital and Sevenoaks Medical Centre. I have had a long and varied career in nursing spanning 35 years, with a […]

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International Nurses Day – The History Behind Our Nurses’ Buckles

The 12th May is International Nurses’ Day, a day celebrating Nurse’s commitment to making a difference to people’s lives everyday. In celebration, a group of our Nurses got together to share the history behind Nurse buckles and the memories they formed from their own. “After completing their training, a Nurse would traditionally be given a […]

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Cardiology: Ask the experts

To help support National Heart Month in February, we assembled a panel of two Cardiologists together with our Cardiology Services Manager, to help answer any questions you might have about the symptoms, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Thank you to those who have submitted questions. The video of our experts answering can be […]

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KIMS Hospital becomes first hospital in Kent to offer Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery.

KIMS Hospital announces the introduction of Stryker’s state-of-the-art Mako SmartRobotics™ for total knee replacements in its operating theatres. The hospital is the only healthcare provider in Kent to offer this robotic-arm assisted technology and joins only a handful of hospitals across the UK using the innovative Mako system.    Prema Subaskaran, Chairperson, KIMS Hospital, comments, “As […]

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Prostate Cancer Risk and Tests

As men get older their prostates tend to get bigger. This increase in prostate size can cause all sorts of problems that significantly impact quality of life. From needing to urinate more frequently to having a weak flow of urine and even experiencing urinary incontinence, more than 1 in 3 men over the age of […]

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Lauren Awarded The Joan Frances Stowe Prize 2022

Congratulations to Lauren Carr, Breast Care Nurse at KIMS Hospital, for being awarded the Joan Frances Stowe Prize from the Royal Marsden School, which was awarded to her for her significant contribution to clinical practice. Lauren was nominated for the award by our Cancer Services Manager, Caroline Clark, for her accomplishments, and making a such […]

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Sevenoaks Medical Centre receives ‘Good’ rating from Care Quality Commission

We are delighted to announce that Sevenoaks Medical Centre has been rated ‘Good’ across all areas of its service by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following a recent inspection. This is the first inspection by the CQC at Sevenoaks Medical Centre since it was acquired by KIMS Hospital in 2020. Deborah Anderson, CQC Registered and […]

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Official reopening of our wards

At KIMS Hospital we recently celebrated the reconfiguration of our wards, which has led to an improved experience for our patients. Geoffrey Raisbeck, the chair of our Patient Forum, joined us to celebrate the official reopening. On behalf of the Patient Forum, he cut the ribbon and shared some kind words, thanking all our wonderful […]

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We’ve opened a Rapid Cardiac Assessment offering a quick diagnosis for heart problems

To coincide with World Heart Day on September 29th, KIMS Hospital has opened a new private rapid cardiac assessment service for people who are worried about symptoms they may have with their heart, and want a quick diagnosis and advice from a specialist cardiologist. The new service has been developed following growing concern from cardiologists […]

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Meet Jess Santo our designated Cosmetic Nurse

Jess is a Registered Nurse with experience and expertise working within Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery. Having a designated Cosmetic Nurse based at KIMS Hospital gives us the opportunity to offer a more personalised service throughout a patient’s Cosmetic journey. Jess works alongside 11 Cosmetic Surgeons to assist in the day-to-day managing of our outpatient clinics. […]

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Bupa opens new clinic at Sevenoaks Medical Centre

Bupa opens new clinic at Sevenoaks Medical Centre We’re delighted to be working with Bupa Health, and have opened a Bupa Health Clinic at our Sevenoaks Medical Centre. The clinics are giving patients access to a range of Bupa’s health assessments, including Be.Motivated, Be.Reassured and Be.Ahead. The health assessments give people an in-depth and current […]

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You can now book online!

We’re excited to announce that you can now book a consultant appointment through our website. This new feature has been designed to make it easier for patients to book their initial appointment with us. You can either pay for your private medical treatment yourself with debit or credit card, or use your private medical insurance. […]

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National Healthy Eating Week – what can you do in a week?

Healthy Eating Week has been helping and inspiring people to lead healthier lives by providing nurseries, schools, universities, workplaces, health centres, communities and individuals with a wide range of free activities and resources. If you want to eat healthily but are lacking in willpower, or get overwhelmed by the huge amount of information out there, […]

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NHS launches lifesaving campaign to tackle heart attack myths

The NHS has launched a new lifesaving campaign to encourage people to dial 999 when they are having early signs of a heart attack. Backed by celebrities including One Foot in the Grave actor Richard Wilson and Sky Sports presenter ‘Tubes’ – the campaign tackles a number of common heart attack myths, after research identified that three […]

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KIMS Hospital named as National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider for second year

KIMS Hospital is celebrating after being named as a National Joint Registry (NJR) Quality Data Provider for a second year in a row after successfully completing a programme of local data audits. The NJR monitors the performance of hip, knee, ankle, elbow and shoulder joint replacement operations to improve clinical outcomes primarily for the benefits […]

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Geoff Chats With Kent Cricket About Men’s Health

One of our patients, Geoff, speaks with Kent Cricket players Darren Stevens and Nathan Gilchrist about men’s health. The discussion centres around the two most common cancers among men; prostate and testicular cancer, and the importance of getting yourself checked early. The group also talk about mental health and why it’s important to seek help […]

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KIMS Hospital Announces New Investor

KIMS Hospital CEO, Simon James, and LycaHealth Chair, Prema Subaskaran are pictured shaking hands to celebrate the investment. KIMS Hospital, the largest independent hospital in Kent, has today, Thursday 14th October, 2021 announced that LycaHealth, has invested in KIMS Hospital, becoming the majority shareholder. For LycaHealth, which already has state-of-the-art health clinics in Canary Wharf […]

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KIMS Hospital sponsors Elmer’s ‘Big Heart of Kent Parade’

KIMS Hospital is delighted to be sponsoring the Big Heart of Kent Parade: 19th July – 22nd August As part of the parade, which is in support of Heart of Kent Hospice, KIMS Hospital has a uniquely designed Elmer the Elephant sculpture on display in Maidstone. The parade is made up of 51 Elmers, each […]

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Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental Health Awareness Week: Connecting with Nature. There’s a lot of good research to support the role nature can play in protecting and supporting our mental health.For many of us though, ‘being in nature’ may not be as easy as it sounds.  The good news is, you don’t have to climb a mountain to feel the […]

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Healthwatch Kent asks how you’re coping with COVID-19

Healthwatch Kent wants to hear how you may be affected by the Coronavirus and any impact on accessing your local services   At KIMS Hospital we know that getting feedback from the community and those people using our services and those of the NHS is key, especially in such difficult times as during this pandemic. […]

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Chief Executive of MTW, Miles Scott, visits KIMS Hospital

Miles Scott, Chief Executive, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust visited KIMS Hospital on Wednesday 13th May. Miles met with Simon James, CEO of KIMS Hospital and members of the KIMS Hospital team and the MTW stroke unit rehab team who are currently based at KIMS Hospital during COVID-19. Miles said “I and everyone at MTW are very pleased with and grateful for […]

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