Welcome to the
Independent Healthcare Advisory Services

The Independent Healthcare Advisory Services (IHAS) is a representative organisation for the independent healthcare sector. A member of the Trade Association Forum, IHAS exists to share innovation, knowledge and expertise for the common good.

Members of IHAS include independent healthcare providers across all four countries of the UK:

  • Independent acute medical / surgical hospital groups
  • Independent acute medical / surgical stand-alone hospitals
  • Independent mental health hospital and clinic groups
  • Independent mental health stand-alone hospitals and clinics
  • Cosmetic treatment providers
  • Healthcare staffing agencies
  • Healthcare locum agencies
  • Charitable bodies and organisations affiliated to independent healthcare
  • Scottish Independent Hospitals Association (in Scotland)
  • Welsh Independent Healthcare Association (in Wales)

To find out more about the benefits of membership of IHAS and how to become a member, call 020 7379 8598 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .