SCOTTISH-based private healthcare provider Cosmedicare has secured planning approval from West Lothian Council for a multi-million pound hospital expansion in Livingston.
The cosmetic surgery business, which is behind St Ellen’s Hospitals, is forecasting £6 million in revenue and £1.4 million profit for the current financial year.
The approved development will see the erection of a new 10,000 sq. ft two-storey extension at St Ellen’s Hospital on the Kirkton Campus, designed to increase surgical capacity and support the delivery of more complex procedures.
Gill Baird, founder and MD of Cosmedicare, said, “Reaching ten years in business is a huge moment for us, but what matters more is how we’ve got here. The last year has been one of the most challenging we’ve faced, but it’s also been the most important in shaping the future of Cosmedicare.
“We made some difficult decisions, refocused the business and doubled down on what we do best – safe, consultant-led surgery with strong clinical governance. That clarity has put us back on a strong financial footing and given us confidence to invest in the next phase of growth.”
The expansion of St Ellen’s Hospital is said to reflect growing demand for private healthcare services, particularly as NHS waiting lists remain under pressure. Cosmedicare has responded with initiatives including a dedicated NHS waiting list programme, offering faster access to surgery at ‘competitive self-pay’ rates.
The business employs 31 staff across its Livingston and Glasgow hospitals and delivers a range of services including cosmetic, reconstructive and gender-affirming surgery, orthopaedics and private GP care.
Gill Baird added, “This next phase is about scaling responsibly. We’re not chasing growth for the sake of it, we’re building capacity in areas where there is real patient need and where we can maintain the highest standards of care.
“The opportunity for private healthcare in Scotland is significant, but it must be done properly. Our focus is on sustainable growth, strong governance and delivering the kind of service patients can trust.”
