My Medical Gateway Blog

Since 2020, NHS spending has surged to record levels, but patient treatment rates and clinical productivity have fallen. Despite billions in extra funding and a growing workforce, surgeries and diagnostics lag behind. This mismatch highlights the urgent need for reform – and alternative solutions like medical travel through MMG.

As the British government launches long-overdue NHS reforms, millions still face long waits for care. My Medical Gateway offers immediate, affordable treatment in accredited EU hospitals. While change unfolds at home, MMG empowers patients to access trusted healthcare now – safely, transparently, and without delay. Your health can’t wait.

The UK’s new government has made reforming the NHS its flagship mission. In the words of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, it’s now “reform or die” for a health system that is visibly struggling under the weight of post-Covid pressures, an ageing population, mounting waiting lists and, above all, decades of delay in facing structural problems.

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has wasted no time in signalling that change is coming. His new 10-year health plan aims to modernise the NHS and improve productivity with a range of headline reforms: ending the dreaded 8am scramble for GP appointments, investing in more medical staff, focusing on preventing illness – not just treating it – and harnessing technology to deliver better, faster care.

It’s a positive start. But if history is any guide, “plans” alone aren’t enough. Many of these ideas are not new. A centralised electronic patient record? That was first proposed over 20 years ago and failed despite billions in investment. Transparency through league tables? Promised before. More GPs? Every party has promised that. The difference now is that the scale of the crisis no longer allows delay. The NHS is approaching a tipping point – and the UK public knows it. According to The Times, despite a 20% increase in resources over five years during which hospital workforce grew by 17%, actual surgeon-led procedures fell by 12% and outpatient and A&E doctor workloads declined by 7% and 18% respectively. Another survey shows that MRI scan usage has dropped from 6,456 scans in 2019 to 5,248 in 2022.

At My Medical Gateway, we’re encouraged to see lawmakers finally acknowledge that the NHS cannot go on as it is. But we also know that systemic change will take years to deliver – and many patients simply don’t have that time to wait. With over 4.4 million people currently stuck on NHS waiting lists for elective surgery, a parallel solution is urgently needed to meet real patient needs right now.

That’s where MMG comes in

We’ve built a digital platform that helps UK patients access fast, high-quality care in leading EU hospitals – without the red tape, delays, or uncertainty. Our model is simple: choose your treatment, select from accredited European hospitals, book your journey, and receive world-class care – at up to 50% less than UK private prices. Every hospital is thoroughly vetted, fully licensed and required to meet rigorous medical standards. And our platform guarantees transparency, patient protections and support at every step.

This is not a replacement for the NHS – it’s a relief valve. While the government works to bring about long-overdue reform, patients still need timely surgery, diagnostic clarity and peace of mind. MMG provides a trusted route to that care today, through hospitals that are ready, available and waiting to treat you.

The government’s proposed reforms should be welcomed – particularly its intention to focus on prevention, tech-enabled healthcare and outcome transparency. But let’s be clear: these are only very small steps in a race against time. The pressures facing the NHS aren’t just operational – they’re cultural and systemic. As Sir Jim Mackey recently put it, the NHS too often sees patients as an “inconvenience”. That mindset needs to change, but cultural reform takes years – if not decades.

In the meantime, the public is already taking matters into its own hands. Every day, more UK patients are turning to alternative care options, including private treatment and medical travel. MMG exists to make that pathway safe, accessible, and affordable.

We believe in patient empowerment, and our platform reflects that. We offer complete treatment packages with fixed prices, Klarna finance options, and dedicated travel insurance for medical trips. Our AI assistant will soon be available 24/7 to guide users through travel and accommodation arrangements to meet the needs of their treatment and the logistics of their preferred treatment clinic. And we handle all the complexity – fully digitalised onboarding, remote diagnostic testing and secure payments – so you don’t have to.

So what does all this mean for healthcare providers?

If you’re a European hospital group, now is the time to join a platform built for the future. With MMG, you gain access to thousands of UK patients actively seeking treatment, at no upfront cost and with no subscription fees. We’re launching a £1.5 million UK advertising campaign this autumn to grow awareness – and hospitals that onboard now will be front and centre in that rollout.

If you’re a patient, the message is just as clear. The NHS may be reforming, but change takes time – and your health can’t wait. Whether you’re waiting for orthopaedic surgery, a diagnostic scan, or gynaecological care, MMG gives you immediate options across Europe from providers that meet the highest standards.

The new government has made a promising start. But until the promises are delivered, My Medical Gateway is here to offer real solutions – call us today on 0161 9600 700.