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Saint James Hospital, Sliema
George Borg Olivier Street,
Sliema,
SLM 1807

Opening Hours

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Beauty Treatments, Dentistry, Primary Care, Elderly Care, Health Screening, Men's Health, Women's Health, Young People's Health, Cardiology, Orthopaedics, Physiotherapy, Plastic Surgery

About Saint James Hospital, Sliema

The Saint James Hospital Group presently owns and runs an 80-bed hospital in Sliema, a 17-bed hospital in Zabbar, a dedicated cosmetic dermatology clinic under the name of Transforma in Attard, an outpatient clinic in Mosta, a daycase hospital in Gozo.Our services are comprehensive, ranging from simple blood tests to diagnostic scans, from cosmetic surgery to dental services, from hair removal by laser to complex surgery. We also carry out Cardiac Surgery and Angiography in our Cardiac Unit which is backed up by a fully fledged CICU.We boast ten modern and state-of-the-art operating theatres which are equipped with advanced anaesthesia equipment and have full monitoring equipment. They are also equipped with separate air-handling units, thus ensuring, very positive air-pressure and flow, conforming to the highest safety standards. They also comprise an immediate recovery area to which a patient is transferred until certified stable and then moved to his/her private room. Our Radiology department is run by a team of professional Radiographers and Consultant Radiologists offering both general X-Rays as well as specialised radiology including CT Scan, Angiography, 4D Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography and othersWe also provide for post operative physiotherapy which is backed by a well-equipped rehabilitation gymnasium. Our Doctors, Staff, and Technology Here at Saint James Hospital we believe in striving for excellence in our field. That is why providing the best medical service in all respects is our foremost priority on our agenda. We revolve our operations around four fundamental principles namely:Patients,Staff,Technology,And Top Quality DoctorsBy constantly updating our learning experience we have exceeded all required targets which indicate superior quality. Our doctors are trained and specialised according to the required EU standards with most of them enjoying a vast experience of foreign practice in leading hospitals and Universities in England, Scotland, Ireland, USA as well as other countries.We believe in customer satisfaction and thus we consult with the patients regarding the choice of their doctor, making their experience more personal and humane. We even encourage pre-op consultation and communication thereby enabling a doctor-patient relationship to be established. Our PricesThe Approximate Package Price for the procedures which are most requested by foreign patients include all Medical and Surgical fees, Surgeon Fees, Anaesthetist fees, Pre-op consultation, Pre-op blood tests and screenings, Theatre Fees, Surgical Ancillaries, Professional Nursing Fees, Physiotherapy, Post-op consultation, Hospital stay and accommodation, Transfers to and from Airport, and Hotel accommodation. These Package Prices are all inclusive and comprehensive enough to assure the patient that there will be no surprises in the bill should the patient undergo the quoted treatment with no major additions. We can proudly say that to date we have never charged more than the initial Package Price quoted.Our Services Many satisfied patients who have used Saint James Hospital for their medical requirements have commented on the luxurious and warm environment found in the hospital which, quoting them, ‘makes you feel like you are staying in a hotel with special care and medical assistance.’ The service and quality of our accommodation is in fact five star, creating an excellent synergy with the professional staff who man our wards.Private Rooms All rooms are situated within comfortable and spacious wards, manned day and night by an exceptional team of doctors and nurses. All private rooms are single-bedded with an en-suite bathroom/shower, colour cable TV, telephone, air-conditioning, and a nursecall system keeping you in immediate contact with the nursing staff. Wireless internet network for laptop computers is available in the hospital.

Languages spoken

    ArabicEnglishItalianSpanish

Insurance

    Private Patients WelcomeDental Plans AcceptedDenplanEuropean Health Insurance Card
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Beauty Treatments

Beautician Consultation
 
 
Laser Hair Removal
 
 
Lip Augmentation Typically € 796
 
 
Spider and Varicose Veins Treatment Typically € 3060
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What is the difference between veins and arteries? The heart pumps blood through the arteries to all parts of the body - the vital organs, the head, arms and legs. The blood is then spread through tiny vessels called capillaries which form a network . Later it is returned in increasingly large vessels - veins - which complete the circulation of blood back to the heart.The arteries are rather thick and elastic and their size constantly changes due to the fluctuating pressure which varies with the heartbeat.The veins, on the other hand, have very thin walls and have no elastic fibres. They are therefore unable to contract and push the bloodflow onwards. The veins are completely dependent on the functions of the surrounding muscles and the valves inside the veins helping the blood to flow in the right direction towards the heart.What are varicose veins?Varicose veins are permanently dilated (widened) and twisted veins. Although this can occur in any part of the body, it usually develops in the legs. Veins contain one-way valves every few inches to help the blood return to the heart against gravity. If these valves leak, then the increased pressure prevents the blood from draining properly. The valves may leak and fail because of previous vein disease, eg thrombophlebitis, pressure on the veins in the pelvis from pregnancy or other causes of raised pressure within the abdomen.Varicose veins come on with advancing age and are often no great inconvenienc
 

Cardiology

Cardiologist Consultation
 
 
Coronary Angioplasty Typically € 9343
 
 
Heart Bypass Typically € 20559
 
 

Dentistry

CEREC Dental Restorations
 
 
Dental X-Ray
 
 
Digital Panoramic Dental X-Ray
 
 
Dentist Consultation
 
 

Eye Care

Cataract Treatment
 
 
Eye Specialist Consultation
 
 
Glaucoma Treatment
 
 

Fertility

ICSI - Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection
 
 
Surgical Sperm Retrieval
 
 
PESA - Percutaneous Sperm Aspiration
 
 
TESA - Testicular Sperm Extraction
 
 

General Practice

Blood Pressure Monitoring
 
 
Blood Test
 
 
Cancer Screening
 
 
Cervical Check
 
 
Mammogram
 
 
Doctor Consultation
 
 
Geriatrician Consultation
 
 
Health Screening Consultation
 
 
Men's Health Consultation
 
 
Women's Health Consultation
 
 
Young People's Health Consultation
 
 

Orthopaedics

Hip Replacement € 8667 - € 18008
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Total Hip Replacement: 8667.13 Euro Bilateral Hip Replacement: 18007.35 Euro Hip Resurfacing: 9212.48 Euro
 
Knee Replacement € 8761 - € 10252
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Total Knee Replacement: 8761 Euro Unicompartimental Knee Replacement: 10252 Euro
 
Orthopaedist Consultation
 
 

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapist Consultation
 
 

Plastic Surgery

Arm Lift Typically € 1877
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Enhancing your appearance with an arm liftFluctuations in weight, growing older and even heredity can cause your upper arms to have a drooping, sagging appearance.Exercise may strengthen and improve the underlying muscle tone of the upper arm, but it cannot address excess skin that has lost elasticity or underlying weakened tissues and localized fat deposits.If the underside of your upper arms are sagging or appear loose and full due to excess skin and fat, an arm lift may be right for you.An arm lift:Reduces excess skin and fat between the underarm and the elbow Reshapes your arm to result in smoother skin and contours Results in a more toned and proportionate appearanceWhat is an arm lift?An arm lift, or brachioplasty, is a surgical procedure that reshapes the under portion of the upper arm, from the underarm region to the elbow. The procedure is performed to:Reduce excess sagging skin that droops downward Tighten and smooth the underlying supportive tissue that defines the shape of the upper arm Reduce localized pockets of fat in the upper arm regionIs it right for me?In general, candidates for an arm lift include:Adults with significant upper arm skin laxity Adults of any age whose weight is relatively stable and who are not significantly overweight Healthy individuals who do not have medical conditions that can impair healing or increase risk of surgery Non-smokers Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic expectationsWhat
 
Breast Implants Typically € 3145
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WHY AND WHEN IS A BREAT ENLAREGENT PERFORMED? The size of a woman’s breast will largely be determined by genetics but it will also be influenced by fluctuations in weight, pregnancy, breast feeding and hormonal changes.Some women have problems with asymmetry (one breast much larger than the other). Others have very small breasts, breasts that are out of proportion for their frame or breasts that decrease in size after pregnancy. Surgery would not usually be offered to a teenage girl whose breast might not have reached full maturity. WHAT IS INVOLVED IN THE OPERATION? Breast enlargement surgery will usually be performed under a general anaesthetic, takes one to two hours and in some cases might be performed as a day case without the need for an overnight stay in hospital. The surgery involves placement of an implant either under the skin and breast tissue or deeper under the muscle under the breast. There are many different types of implant available. They all have a silicone outer layer but may be filled with silicone (cohesive gel that doesn’t run if cut), saline (salt water), oils or a combination of these. The choice of implant should be discussed with your surgeon and the position of the scars should also be discussed. There are different techniques available which result in different scars either under the breast, around the nipple or in the armpit. Before the operation, depending on your age and fitness, you may have to undergo some simple health checks
 
Breast Lift Typically € 2526
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Enhancing your appearance with a breast liftA woman’s breasts often change over time, losing their youthful shape and firmness.These changes and loss of skin elasticity can result from:Pregnancy Breastfeeding Weight fluctuations Aging Gravity HeredityAlso known as mastopexy, a breast lift raises and firms the breasts by removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to reshape and support the new breast contour.Sometimes the areola becomes enlarged over time, and a breast lift will reduce this as well. A breast lift can rejuvenate your figure with a breast profile that is youthful and uplifted.What it won’t doBreast lift surgery does not significantly change the size of your breasts or round out the upper part of your breast. If you want your breasts to look fuller or smaller, you might want to consider either breast augmentation or breast reduction surgery.Is it right for me?Breast lift surgery is a highly individualized procedure and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else’s desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image.A breast lift is a good option for you if:You are physically healthy and maintain a stable weight You do not smoke You have realistic expectations You are bothered by the feeling that your breasts sag, have lost shape and volume Your breasts have a flatter, elongated shape or are pendulous When unsupported, your nipples fall below the breast crease Your nipples and areolas point do
 
Breast Reduction Typically € 3211
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AM I CANDIDATE FOR BREAST REDUCTION? Some women have problems with asymmetry (one breast much larger than the other) or have very heavy or pendulous breasts. Very large breasts can cause back ache, neck pain and irritation of the skin underneath the breast. It can be hard to find suitable clothes and comfortable bras, and certain sports can be difficult. For some women having large breasts can make them very self conscious. WHO CAN HAVE REDUCTION SURGERY? Any women with very large breasts that are problematic can be considered for a breast reduction. The size of a woman’s breasts will largely be determined by genetics but it will also be influenced by fluctuations in weight, pregnancy, breast feeding and hormonal changes. For these reasons most surgeons advise that surgery is only undertaken when the woman’s breasts have reached maturity (ie best not performed on young teenagers) and the patient maintains a stable weight. You may be asked to lose weight to achieve a healthy BMI (body mass index) before surgery is offered. Ideally surgery should be delayed until any planned family is complete but special cases can be considered. SURGERYA breast reduction is usually performed under a general anaesthetic, takes between 2 and 4 hours and requires a 2 to 4 day stay in hospital. There are a number of different techniques that the surgeon can use. There may be a scar underneath the breast, one around the nipple or even a vertical scar running down from the nipple t
 
Facelift Typically € 3223
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AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR A FACELIFT?As we age, the muscles of the face get weaker and the skin becomes less elastic, hence wrinkles develop. The extent to which this occurs varies considerably between individuals and may be influenced by inherited factors and external influences such as sun exposure, smoking and weight loss. A face lift is a surgical procedure which can tighten the skin of the face and hence reduce wrinkles, folds and some fine lines. The effects can last for up to ten years. A separate surgery involving eye lifts (Blepharoplasty) or brow lifts may be needed to tackle forehead wrinkles or droopy eyes. Problems with the saggy eyelids will also not be solved by a facelift and separate eyelid surgery may be needed. These procedures may be done simultaneously. WHAT DOES THE OPERATION INVOLVE? The operation involves a general anaesthetic which means that the patients will be asleep during the procedure. In rare cases it can be performed under local anaesthetic with sedation. Most patients will need to stay in hospital overnight. There are several different techniques that can be used but in general the surgery involves a scar that runs in the hairline of the forehead, down in front of the ears and continues underneath the earlobe and in to the hairline behind the ears. Extra scars along the chin may or may not be required. Since different techniques may be used it is important to discuss the exact position stitches and scars with your Surgeon, du
 
Liposuction Typically € 2228
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AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR LIPOSUCTION? Liposuction is a treatment for the removal of excess fat. It is ideally suited for the removal of localised fat deposits especially on the thighs, buttocks, hips, loins, abdomen, arms, neck, inner knees and ankles. It can lead to permanent change in body shape and contour and is very useful to treat stubborn areas that are resistant to diet and exercise. It is not a suitable treatment for generalised obesity and will not improve cellulite or stretch marks. Liposuction permanently removes fat cells which are never replaced and hence the change in body shape can be permanent. However, the remaining fat cells can increase in size as weight is gained and so weight loss may not be permanent unless a healthy lifestyle is adopted. Liposuction may also be used for the treatment of lipomas (benign (non-cancerous) tumours of fat), gynaecomastia (fatty breast development in men), and for adjusting the shape of breasts after reconstructive surgery. WHAT DOES THE TREATMENT INVOLVE? Liposuction is usually performed under a general anaesthetic (the patient is asleep). In some cases, for treatment on the lower body, it can be performed with an epidural like that used for women in labour. This involves a needle in the back which numbs the lower half of the body but leaves the patient conscious. Local anaesthetic is only suitable for liposuction on very small areas of the body and is not often used. In most cases the surgery can be perfor
 
Otoplasty Typically € 1538
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If You're Considering Ear Surgery...Ear surgery, or otoplasty, is usually done to set prominent ears back closer to the head or to reduce the size of large ears.For the most part, the operation is done on children between the ages of four and 14. Ears are almost fully grown by age four, and the earlier the surgery, the less teasing and ridicule the child will have to endure. Ear surgery on adults is also possible, and there are generally no additional risks associated with ear surgery on an older patient.If you're considering ear surgery for yourself or your child, this information will give you a basic understanding of the procedure-when it can help, how it's performed, and what results you can expect. It can't answer all of your questions, since a lot depends on your individual circumstances. Please be sure to ask your doctor if there is anything you don't understand about the procedure.All Surgery Carries Some Uncertainty and RiskWhen ear surgery is performed by a qualified, experienced surgeon, complications are infrequent and usually minor. Nevertheless, as with any operation, there are risks associated with surgery and specific complications associated with this procedure.A small percentage of patients may develop a blood clot on the ear. It may dissolve naturally or can be drawn out with a needle.Occasionally, patients develop an infection in the cartilage, which can cause scar tissue to form. Such infections are usually treated with antibiotics; rarely,
 
Plastic Surgeon Consultation
 
 
Rhinoplasty Typically € 2251
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WHO WOULD CONSIDER A NOSE JOB? The shape of a person’s nose is largely an inherited characteristic. The shape is determined by the bone and cartilage which make up the skeleton of the nose, over which the skin is draped. Some people are unhappy with the size or shape of their nose. Injury can also lead to an unsightly appearance. A rhinoplasty can help in all of these situations. However, rhinoplasty is not an effective treatment for snoring or for sleep apnoea. The nose doesn’t stop growing and changing until age 16 and it is therefore inadvisable to consider surgery before this. WHAT IS INVOLVED IN THE OPERATION? To change the shape of the nose, the underlying bone and cartilage need to be adjusted. Small cuts are made on the inside of the nose or in the skin under the nose. This allows the surgeon to reach the bone and cartilage under the skin and to reduce or reshape as required. The bridge of the nose, the nostrils and the tip of the nose can all be adjusted. In some situations areas of the nose need to be built up. This is known as an augmentation rhinoplasty, using bone, cartilage or synthetic materials. Bone can be taken from another area of the body such as the hip or ribs. Cartilage may be taken from the ear or from another part of the nose. Many cases are performed under a general anaesthetic which means that the patient is asleep during the procedure. In some situations a local anaesthetic can be used which means that the patient remains consci
 
Closed Rhinoplasty Typically € 3222
 
 
Tummy Tuck Typically € 2582
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REASONS FOR WANTING AN ABDOMINOPLASTY Whilst some people might look for an Abdominoplasty as a short term escape route from a healthy diet and exercise, it is many times requested by candidates who experience excess skin on the tummy, droopy skin and lax abdominal muscles which actually occur after weight loss, multiple pregnancies or twin or triplet pregnancies. In both cases the Surgeon needs to assess the particular situation of each patient applying for such treatment. In the latter cases the problem does not respond to further dieting or exercise and the only way to resolve the problem is surgical excision of the excess skin. THE SURGERYThe operation involves cutting out an ellipse of skin between the pubic bone and the navel (belly button). This takes with it the underlying fat and if necessary tightening of the muscles and liposuction maybe considered at the same time. Once the ellipse of skin has been removed, the skin above the navel is pulled down and stretched towards the skin below the pubic bone and they are stitched together. This skin is pulled down over the belly button and a new hole needs to be made for the belly button to come through. The result is two scars, one along the lower tummy at the level of the pubic hair and another around the navel. The lower scar should be concealed by most styles of underwear and swimwear. The operation involves a general anaesthetic and a hospital stay of 2 to 4 days. The best results are obtained in patients
 

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EMG - Electromyography Scan
 
 
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Mr J E Briffa

Specialisations:
 Plastic and Reconstuctive Surgery
Gender:
 Male
Languages:
 English, Italian, Maltese
Biography

Joseph Emanuel Briffa

MD (Malta)  FRCSEd  FICS

 

Qualifications

18 April 1986

- MD (Malta)

15 February 1988

- Part I FRCSEd

07 December 1990

- Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

31 May 1994

- British Assoc. of Plastic Surgeons Cert. of Training in Plastic Surgery

31 May 1994

- RCS(Eng) Certificate of Sponsored Training in Plastic Surgery

08 September 1998

- Fellowship of the International College of Surgeons

21st November 2003

- Certificate of Specialist Registration in Plastic Surgery (SAC, Malta)

 

Membership of Professional Bodies

December 1993

- Member, Mediterranean Burns Club.

June 1994

- Associate, British Society for Surgery of the Hand

September 1994

- Overseas Associate, British Association of Plastic Surgeons.

April 1995

- Member, Association of Surgeons of Malta

February 1996

- Member, Medical Association of Malta

 

Positions of Responsibility

1983 - 1985

- Exchange Officer, Medical Students Association.

1985 - 1986

- President, Medical Students Association.

1995 - 1997

- Council Member, Association of Surgeons of Malta.

1997 - 1999

- Honorary Secretary, Association of Surgeons of Malta.

1998 - 1999

- Member, Medical Advisory Committee, St Philip’s Hospital.

1998 - 2007

- Member of Commissioning Team, Plastic Surgery and Burns Unit,

  Mater Dei Hospital Project.

2003 - 2007

- Member, Malta Team, Burnet Project

2002 - 2007

- Association of Surgeons of Malta adviser on specialist training in

   Plastic Surgery

2006 - 2007

- Reviewer, Journal of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

March 2007

- Malta delegate to Plastic Surgery Section European Union of

  Medical Specialists (UEMS) + European Board of Plastic

  Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (EBOPRAS)

Mr F.X. Darmanin

Specialisations:
 Plastic and Reconstuctive Surgery
Gender:
 Male
Languages:
 English, Italian, Maltese
Biography

Mr. F.X. Darmanin

MD, F.R.C.S.I.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

DOCTOR OF MEDICINE (M.D., University of Malta, 1984)

FELLOW OF THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS IN IRELAND (F.R.C.S.I., 1993)

DIPLOMA IN SPORTS MEDICINE (Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons in Ireland, 1997)

MASTERS OF MEDICAL SCIENCES (National University of Ireland, 1997)

CERTIFICATE OF HIGHER SPECIALTY TRAINING IN PLASTIC SURGERY (Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland & Irish Post-graduate Training Committee, 1997)

Consultant (12/12/01)

Summary

M.D. (MALTA, 1984)

F.R.C.S.I. (IRELAND, 1993)

Dip. Sports Medicine (R.C.P.I. & R.C.S.I., 1997)

M.Med.Sci. (National University of Ireland, 1997)

Certificate of Higher Specialty Training in Plastic Surgery (R.C.S.I. & I.S.P.T.C., 1997)

Honorary Clinical Lecturer (University of Malta, 2001)

 

APPOINTMENTS

LICENCE FOR REGISTRATION WITH THE MEDICAL COUNCIL OF MALTA (1986)

PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL OFFICER I (Department of Health, Malta, 1986)

REGISTRAR (Department of Health, Malta, 1992)

SENIOR REGISTRAR  (Department of Health, Malta, 1999)

HONORARY CLINICAL LECTURER (University of Malta, 2000)

CONSULTANT  (Department of Health, Malta, 2001)

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

PRE-REGISTRATION HOUSE-OFFICER’S POSTS (St. Luke’s Hospital, Malta, 1984-86)

POST-REGISTRATION SENIOR HOUSE-OFFICER/REGISTRAR POSTS (St. Luke’s Hospital, Malta, 1986-93)

POST-REGISTRATION S.H.O./REGISTRAR / SENIOR REGISTRAR  POSTS(Republic of Ireland, 1993-1997)

SPECIALIST IN PLASTIC, RECONSTRUCTIVE ANDD HAND SURGERY(St. Luke’s Hospital, Malta, 1997- )

FOREIGN SPECIALISTS

HOSPITALS (Malta and Republic of Ireland)

 

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I haven't yet had any treatment. However it is something I am thinking of doing some time in the future. Although I never visited St James a member of their team contacted me by telephone and I was impressed with their service and how helpful and polite they were.

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