General Healthcare Group is a leading provider of independent healthcare services and private acute care in the UK, GHG owns and manages the majority of its 49 hospitals comprising 2,476 beds, 152 operating theatres and 37 pharmacies. GHG hospitals are geographically well situated with units spread across the UK, reaching a higher proportion of the medically insured population than any other similar business. The group retains a focus on quality of service and efficiency, with a deserved reputation in the independent healthcare sector for consistent achievement of these values. As a result GHG's individual hospitals have built strong and sustainable local businesses. Since its formation in 1970 the General Healthcare Group (GHG) has evolved though the development and acquisition of a number of private healthcare organisations. GHG employs approximately 8,300 staff members. GHG is supported by over 4,200 medical specialists.