Dr Mitesh Parmar

Most Londoners see a doctor only when unwell. You feel fine, so you don’t see anyone. You get ill, you see your doctor. This reactive approach misses opportunities. Annual health checks represent a different philosophy: regular contact with your doctor even when well, maintaining preventative care, and catching problems early. The Philosophy of Annual Health

Prevention is better than treatment. Everyone knows this. But how does prevention actually work in practice? Health screening is where prevention happens. It’s how doctors find disease before you feel ill, when treatment works better and side effects are fewer. In London, private health screening offers access to comprehensive preventative assessment. What Health Screening Actually

The idea of a doctor making house calls feels old fashioned. In the NHS, it basically doesn’t happen anymore. But in private practice, house calls remain a useful service for specific situations. Here’s when they make sense and what they actually involve. Why House Calls Have Largely Disappeared NHS doctors are stretched. They can’t spare

Sometimes going to a clinic isn’t practical. You’re too unwell to travel. You’re housebound due to age or disability. You have a young child and can’t arrange childcare. You’re too busy for clinic visits. Or you simply prefer privacy of your own home. Home visit GP services exist for these circumstances. But are they right

Choosing a private doctor is important. Unlike the NHS where availability is limited and choice is constrained, private healthcare puts responsibility on you to select someone suitable. Here’s what actually matters when choosing a doctor. Medical Qualifications Matter First This is non negotiable. Your doctor must be registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). They