Interesting Facts About the World Famous Harley Medical Street in Marylebone

Online, February 7, 2014 (Newswire.com) - The origins of Harley Street

The history of Harley Street in London actually dates back to the 18th Century, where it is believed that many of the homes were owned by the most successful doctors of the day, some of whom converted rooms into surgeries. Today, thousands of healthcare professionals are employed in the Harley Street area, and private clinics are comfortable and modern. Practices are run by a number of professional medical and auxiliary staff who takes advantage of the latest in technology in equipment. This is the area where you will find professionals who are leaders in their field, are there are a number of specialists who attract patients from all over the world, including chiropractors, plastic surgeons, ENT surgeons, gastroenterologists, allergy specialists, foot and ankle specialists,
cardiologists, and dermatologists.

The development of Harley Street

Harley Street is centrally located in London, close to rail transportation links to the north of England, further cementing Harley Street's position as the center of private medical excellence. The Medical Society of London opened in 1873 in Chandos Street, whilst the Royal Society for Medicine opened in 1912 in nearby Wimpole Street. Famous residents who have previously lived on Harley Street include Florence Nightingale. A blue plaque is erected on the exterior of Number 1 Harley Street to signify her time there. Other famous residents include Dr Edward Bach, who worked as a specialist in bacteriology and vaccines in the 1920s. He subsequently moved to the Homeopathic Hospital to continue his work on the Bach flower remedies.

Today, there are an estimated 15000 medical practitioners who are working in Harley Street, an additional 3000 medical workers. The street attracts a number of cosmetic surgeons, medical specialists, dentist, and psychiatrists. Whilst other streets that are associated with a particular trade - such as Fleet Street or Saville Row - have changed over the years, Harley Street has remained consistent, and is still one of the most famous medical streets anywhere in the world.

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