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Lavender Medical, 646 Blackhorse Road, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1HD

Lavender Medical's surgical skills centre

Welcome to HIVE

Hands-on experience drives surgical excellence. HIVE is our fully equipped skills lab in Letchworth, where surgeons and theatre teams refine techniques and try the latest innovations in orthopaedics and sports medicine.

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What is HIVE?

HIVE is more than a training space. It is a hub for learning, collaboration and progress.

Whether you are trialling new products, developing surgical skills or running team training, HIVE gives you a realistic, fully equipped environment to do it in, away from the pressure of a live list.

Train on implants from Biotek, Xiros, ConMed, Extremity Medical and more.

What you can do at HIVE

Practical workshops

Hands-on sessions that replicate real surgical scenarios, using the latest implants, instruments and techniques from trusted brands.

Product demonstrations

A dedicated space where surgeons and theatre teams can see, handle and understand new products before using them in practice.

Medical education events

Peer-to-peer learning events and training sessions tailored to your clinical interests.

Innovation hub

A flexible space for developing and testing new ideas, from procedural refinements to product innovations, with surgical experts.

Who is HIVE for?

  • Orthopaedic and sports medicine surgeons
  • Theatre teams and surgical trainees
  • Clinical researchers and industry partners

Our facilities

  • Fully equipped surgical skills suite
  • The latest implant and instrumentation systems
  • Realistic training models and demonstration tools
  • On-site meeting rooms and digital learning resources
  • Comfortable breakout and collaboration spaces

Book your HIVE experience

Want to join a workshop or arrange a private training session for your team? Get in touch and we will find a date that works for you.

HIVE Surgical Skills Centre, Lindhill House, Knapp Close, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1AQ

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Our ethos

  • Consistent, responsive service
  • Products chosen for UK surgeons and theatre teams
  • Clear information and fair terms
  • Working alongside clinical teams in theatre and beyond
  • Teamwork and integrity in every relationship

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