Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Healthcare and Community Building Development Solutions
Medcentres has been a dedicated partner in healthcare and community building development for over two decades. Our vertically integrated approach combines strategic consultancy, project management, and construction expertise to deliver tailored solutions for GPs, NHS trusts, and private healthcare providers. With a proven track record of securing 100% NHS funding approval for Primary Care Transformation Fund projects and delivering 41,000m of healthcare infrastructure, we specialise in new builds, refurbishments, and estate rationalisation.Our single-point-of-contact model transfers project risk to us while providing fixed, outcome-based costs, ensuring clients benefit from cost control and specialist expertise across every development phase.
Services
New Build
Refurbishment & Extension
Business Case Development
Estate Strategy
Unlocking Value
Lease-Back Solutions
Property Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- Our 20-year track record in healthcare development includes 105m of delivered projects
- We offer complete project risk transfer through our vertically integrated model
- Single point of contact for all development stages from funding to construction
- 100% success rate in Primary Care Transformation Fund applications
- Specialist team with NHS infrastructure experience spanning three decades
Services
New Build
We specialise in designing and constructing purpose-built healthcare facilities tailored to clinical and operational requirements. Our end-to-end delivery includes NHS funding applications, architectural design, planning permissions, and full construction management. With over 41,000m of healthcare buildings delivered, our projects incorporate modern medical infrastructure while ensuring future adaptability for evolving healthcare needs.
Refurbishment & Extension
Our team delivers cost-effective refurbishment and extension projects for operational healthcare facilities facing funding constraints. We maintain service continuity during upgrades while addressing structural challenges through phased construction. This approach preserves existing investments while modernising facilities to meet current healthcare standards and patient capacity requirements.
Business Case Development
We prepare comprehensive business cases for NHS funding applications, including Value for Money analysis and feasibility studies. Our expertise in Primary Care Transformation Fund submissions achieved 100% approval success for client projects. This service includes site evaluation, cost modelling, and options appraisal to demonstrate project viability and strategic alignment.
Estate Strategy & Rationalisation
We develop strategic frameworks for healthcare estate management, balancing stakeholder requirements with funding constraints. Our solutions include facility co-location strategies, asset redevelopment plans, and disposal recommendations. This service helps NHS trusts and local authorities maximise property value while aligning infrastructure with evolving healthcare delivery models.
Lease-Back Solutions
We offer tailored lease-back arrangements that provide immediate capital release while maintaining clinical premises control. These solutions include redevelopment of existing assets or new-build financing through our investment partnerships. This approach delivers financial flexibility while ensuring facilities meet specific practice requirements and future growth needs.
People
Nicolas Arnold
Group Managing Director
Nick founded Medcentres in 1995 and has led its expansion into international healthcare development. With specialist knowledge of GP premises funding, he oversees group strategy and international project delivery.
Mike Arnold
Development Management
Mike manages UK healthcare projects with expertise in NHS funding procurement. He specialises in navigating Primary Care Transformation Fund applications and helping practices secure capital grants for facility development.
Teresa James
Architectural Consultant
As former NHS architect with 30+ years' experience, Teresa provides healthcare design expertise. She ensures compliance with clinical requirements and regulatory standards across all Medcentres' architectural projects.
David Chilcott
Construction Consultant
Dave directs HCC construction division, applying main contractor experience to healthcare builds. His technical expertise ensures accurate feasibility costing and construction phase management for complex medical facilities.
Lindsay King de Lagrutta
In-house Solicitor
Qualified lawyer with property law expertise, Lindsay manages legal aspects of healthcare developments. She ensures contractual compliance and handles legal challenges in NHS estate transactions on behalf of clients.
Questions
How do you secure NHS funding for healthcare developments?
We prepare detailed business cases and Value for Money analyses, leveraging our expertise in Primary Care Transformation Fund applications with a 100% approval success rate.
What types of healthcare facilities do you develop?
We specialise in GP surgeries, medical centres, dental practices, pharmacies, and community healthcare facilities. Our experience includes both new constructions and building refurbishments.
Can you assist with NHS estate rationalisation?
Yes, we provide strategic advice on portfolio optimisation, including property disposal strategies and asset redevelopment plans to maximise value from surplus NHS facilities.
How does your lease-back scheme work?
Our lease-back arrangement provides capital release while allowing continued occupation. We offer tailored financing solutions through our investment partnerships for both new developments and existing premises.
What makes Medcentres different from other developers?
We're the only vertically integrated healthcare developer offering complete risk transfer. Our single-point-of-contact model combines funding expertise, architectural design, construction, and legal support under one organisation.
Do you work outside the UK?
While focusing on the UK healthcare market, we operate in Portugal through our subsidiary New Paradigm Investments LDA for selected international healthcare development opportunities.
