The Scottish Hernia Centre

Based at Ross Hall Hospital

The Scottish Hernia Centre

The Scottish Hernia Centre offers a comprehensive service from diagnosis through to surgery for all hernia patients.

With traditional surgical methods, up to 10% of hernias can recur after surgery. However, with modern techniques and in the experienced hands of surgeons at the Scottish Hernia Centre, recurrence rates of less than 1% can be expected.

Our experienced surgeons offer a comprehensive service from diagnosis through to surgery to treat hernia patients.

Benefits for our patients

Rapid access to consultation, tests and treatment
Experienced consultants supported by highly qualified healthcare professionals
Latest techniques including laparoscopic/keyhole surgery ensures a rapid recovery
Very low recurrence rates

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Our Staff

Richard Molloy, Consultant Surgeon is one of the founders and the senior surgeon of the Scottish Hernia Centre. He has a special interest in hernia surgery and is committed to providing the highest standards of care in the management of all types of hernia. He uses the most modern methods of investigation and treatment of patients with hernias.

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A New Standard in Surgical Care

We are committed to using the latest surgical techniques including conventional and laparoscopic repair in order to ensure less pain, rapid recovery and very low recurrence rates. Our surgeons are supported by dedicated nursing staff committed to providing the highest standards of care.

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Let us introduce ourselves

About Ross Hall

RossHall hospital is Scotland’s largest Private Hospital. The centre boasts state of the art facilities, with the latest imaging techniques. Situated in Hillington, it provides easy access for car and train.

Ross Hall hospital combines the old and new in one integrated site. The original baronial style Ross Hall house was built by James Cowan who occupied it from 1877 until his death in 1907 aged 77 years. It was subsequently sold to Glasgow and West of Scotland Commercial College in 1944 and the Scottish Hotel School was based at Ross Hall from 1948 to 1981. Glasgow Independant Hospital purchased Ross Hall form the University in 1981 and work began on a modern 100 bed extension.

Ross Hall opened as Scotland’s largest hospital in November 1983 and subsequent investment has developed Ross Hall hospital into a modern hospital with 4 operating theatres, a dedicated endoscopy suite and state of the art imaging facility, a fully equipped intensive unit and extensive inpatient facilities. The original baronial Ross Hall building is still used for consulting rooms and offices and visitors use magnificent Victorian period staircases with original wood panelling overseen by stunning stain glass windows.

The estate of Ross Hall takes its name from the Ross family of Hawkhead, who originally owned the land. Ross Hall was acquired in the late 18th Century by Peter Murdoch, a Glasgow merchant, who laid out the grounds, planting trees and creating several straight and serpentine green walks. The avenue of lime trees near the river may have been planted at this time.

Early picture of Ross Hall circa 1890

Experience is important

Research also shows that the best operation results, the quickest recovery to full activity and the lowest rates of recurrence are found in specialised hernia clinics. Surgeons at the Scottish Hernia Centre are highly experienced in all types of hernia repair surgery. They are committed to using the latest surgical techniques including conventional and laparoscopic repair in order to ensure less pain, rapid recovery and very low recurrence rates. The surgeons are supported by nursing staff dedicated to providing the highest standards of care.

He continues to research and publish on Colorectal, General Surgery & Hernia topics. In addition to his scientific publications, he is a co-author/editor of textbooks on Colorectal and General Surgery.

He works closely with his colleague, Mr Ahmed Alani, Consultant Surgeon who also has a special interest in hernia surgery. He is an expert laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

Appointments are usually made for the same week

How to Arrange an Appointment

Usually the first step is to obtain a referral to the Centre from your doctor. However, this is not absolutely necessary and we are happy to see you directly. However, some insurance companies prefer that patients are referred by their own General Practitioner. You can make a direct appointment by contacting Catherine on 07355066597.

Richard Molloy at the Scottish Hernia Centre has consultation appointments each day Monday evenings and Thursday afternoons at RossHall Braehead clinic, although surgeries are performed at the main hospital in RossHall Hillington. You can book an appointment directly via this link.

Mr. Ahmed Alani has consultation appointment on Wednesday afternoons. You can book an appointment directly via the RossHall website here

During your initial consultation, a full medical history is taken. You will undergo a thorough physical examination. We will discuss options to treat your hernia and you will be able to ask questions specific to your case.

Paying for treatment

For patients without healthcare insurance, consultation can be confirmed at the time of booking. A dedicated page outlining the costs of consultation and hernia surgery is available here. The Centre also offers very attractive all-inclusive fixed price packages for those that do not have medical insurance.

The BMI Ross Hall medical credit card, lets you spread the cost in affordable monthly instalments. To help with the cost of your treatment we’ll even give you six months interest free credit and the BMI Card also offers patients the opportunity to benefit from 0% finance. Download a BMI Card application form here

Patients with insurance with all the major insurers (BUPA, AXA-PPP, Aviva, PruHealth, WPA, Cigna and most others) are covered to undergo surgery at the Centre. For patients without healthcare insurance, consultation can be confirmed at the time of booking. A dedicated page outlining the costs of consultation and hernia surgery is available here.

Circle Health RossHall offer very attractive all-inclusive fixed price packages for those that do not have medical insurance. They offer finance that lets you spread the cost in affordable monthly installments. To help with the cost of your treatment we’ll even give you six months interest free credit.