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Dr Sharon Marlowe

General (Internal) Medicine, Infectious Disease Doctor

Since I was 14 I kept going to the doctors as I had over whelming fatigue. I always got detentions at school for arriving late as I could never get myself out of bed no matter how much sleep I had. I dropped out of all sport as I couldn’t keep up. For years it was blamed on menstrual cycles , exams , stress and a levels every blood test would come back low iron and I would be dismissed. My family felt helpless seeing a young girl unable to keep up with life. for years I felt unseen and un heard no matter how much I pushed the GPs. I heard of dr Sharon Marlowe through my cardiologist I saw at the time. I believed I had a condition called ME. But me was a ‘easy’ label to give to patients when you still don’t know what’s wrong with them only that they are chronically tired and there’s no fix for me. In a hour dr Marlowe gave me a diagnosis of pots. An hour, is all it took to be listen to and understood. In comparison to 6 years of going to the GP. Since then Dr Marlowe has happily requested for any tests she and I felt necessary. I had chronic migraines for years and felt like I wanted to have a brain mri to put my mind at peace. Dr Marlowe was happy and is always happy with any request I’ve ever asked for or felt I’ve needed for clarity. I am massively needle phobic and therefore didn’t want to see her at first due to needing more blood test. But she completely understood and didn’t make me feel silly for being so scared. Instead she prescribed me diazepam which massively helped with getting the results I needed. Dr Marlowe leaves no stone unturned everything is thought out and written down , every test even just to check that there’s nothing more going on is done. I would highly recommend dr Marlowe as I have no idea how I would be coping as a 20 year old girl who couldn’t even go shopping without being sick afterwards and being in bed for 2 days to recover. After every test she has a plan of action and medications she feels are necessary. She also listens and asks for any problems with the medications and how I feel taking them. I feel completely seen and heard and no longer scared of the future and how I will cope. Even seeing my mum and dad relieved of finally getting some answers for their daughter when they felt helpless and unable to make any of my bad days better.

Mr Neil Davidson

Orthopaedic Surgeon

I would like to say although I witnessed one of your colleagues questioned by an inpatient mother the staff dealt with this professionally and with integrity and offered PALS services in line with good practice. Your sign informing potential delays due to the nature of the consultations being patient centres and focused on individual needs shows that as your team you put the patients care at the centre of what you do. Mr Davidson was kind and welcoming and able to communicate exceptionally with my teenage daughter both with Humour and professionalism. She felt valued in the room and at the centre of the consultation and was able and given the space to articulate her own words and symptoms. Mr Davidson was through with his explanation and had reviewed my daughter considering her presentation, own words and alongside images that were comprehensive and highlighted an issue others had dismissed as back pain and postural related. This caused her to feel heard and she later stated she felt safe with him after previously not being well heard and has left a positive experience for her. We need more patient focused teams like you all and I have worked within NhS teams for many years and can say this should be used as an example of compassionate care to all Thank you

Mr Denosshan Sri

Urologist

The pre and post surgery care Mr Sri provided was exceptional. Mr Sri, put me at ease by explaining in detail the reason for my surgery, what it involved, how he would perform it, as well as the risks, and answering any questions I had, clearly, without medical jargon putting my mind at rest during a very worrying time. Whilst in hospital after my surgery, Mr Sri visited me to confirm that he was happy with how the procedure had gone. At the follow up clinic to confirm if the surgery had been successful, Mr Sri again put me ease and spoke to me in an empathetic manner. He was keen to find out how my health had been post surgery regarding any issues I may have had and took a genuine interest in my comments. He then confirmed that my surgery had been successful, which he was pleased about and went on to advise me of the next steps of my ongoing recovery. My family and I would like to thank Dr Sri, for his skill, care and support throughout the whole process and would highly recommend him.

Professor Siôn Glyn-Jones

Orthopaedic Surgeon

I have been in a lot of pain for a few years now but not healthy enough to have a hip replacement. I decided to speak to Professor Glyn-Jones to see if he could offer any advice particularly about my BMI and what it needs to be for surgery. The appointment was extremely useful and informative and Professor Glyn-Jones was sympathetic and caring about my current situation, and I felt very heard and understood throughout the consultation. Professor Glyn-Jones proactively discussed a clear way for me to improve my health and prepare thoroughly for surgery. By connecting me with two of his specialist colleagues, he has given me a way to get expert advice on various areas where I can implement changes immediately. This supportive approach means I can move toward having my surgery just as soon as I have made those changes and I have improved my health. Thank you so much for a very reassuring and useful conversation. I feel like I am now moving in a positive direction.

Mr Arun Prasath Shanmuganandan

General Surgeon

I recently had surgery performed by Dr.Arun Shanmuganandan and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very first consultation through to my recovery, he demonstrated genuine care and compassion that made a stressful experience so much easier to navigate. He thoroughly explained the procedure in a way that was clear and easy to understand, never rushing or making me feel like my questions were an inconvenience. He patiently answered everything I asked, sometimes the same question more than once, and always with the same warmth and attentiveness. The surgery was a success and I am recovering well, which I believe is a testament to his skill and professionalism. I felt truly looked after every step of the way. If you are looking for a surgeon who combines clinical excellence with genuine human kindness, look no further.

Dr John Philip O'Dwyer

Neurologist

Dr O’Dwyer is an outstanding neurologist who combines exceptional expertise with a warm, approachable manner. He has a remarkable ability to ask the right questions without making you feel uncomfortable, quickly putting you at ease and creating an open, relaxed conversation. He is an excellent listener, non-judgemental, and takes the time to understand the full picture. His knowledge is clearly extensive, but he shares it in a way that adds depth and understanding without making the discussion feel overly technical or medical. I particularly appreciated how he included my wife in the conversation, ensuring we both felt listened to and involved throughout. We left feeling informed, reassured and genuinely cared for. I would not hesitate to highly recommend Dr O’Dwyer.

Optegra Eye Clinic Colchester

Ophthalmology

I wanted to get both cataracts removed at the same time so decided to go private instead of using the NHS, I looked in to what choices I had and chose Optegra Colchester for many reasons, from the first contact I always got a first class service. I could have had my procedure around 2 weeks of my initial consultation but but because of a upcoming airplane trip we decided on a date after that. On the day the staff made me feel relaxed and comfortable about the operation, even with the surgeon being delayed it never turned in to a stressful occasion. The medical team before during and after the treatment were amazing and I'd like to say a big thank you to them all.

Dr Omar Cummins

Psychologist

When I first came to Dr Omar, my health anxiety was having a major impact on my day-to-day life. Through his support, guidance, and EMDR therapy, I was able to process past experiences that were contributing to my anxiety and develop much healthier ways of managing it. The progress I have made has been life-changing, and I now feel far more confident, resilient, and able to move forward with my life. I am incredibly grateful for Dr Omar’s help and support throughout my journey and would encourage anyone struggling with anxiety to take the first step and seek Dr Omar’s support.

Parkside Suite, Heatherwood Hospital

General Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, + 4 more

I had a very positive experience at the Parkside Suite at Heatherwood Hospital. The environment was clean, calm, and well-organised, which immediately put me at ease. Parking was also straightforward and convenient, which made the whole visit much less stressful. Every member of staff I encountered was incredibly kind, reassuring, and brought a welcome sense of humour. Their approach made a real difference and helped me feel relaxed throughout. I felt very well looked after from start to finish.

Mr Anil Tailor

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

I am confident that Mr Anil Taylor understands complex women's health issues and how they may or may not interact. I have seen multiple doctors who were not as knowledgeable and on occasion, dismissive. Mr Taylor Doctor's listened to me and took me seriously .He is highly knowledgeable and up-to-date on the latest treatments, and exceptionally thorough. I am confident and have faith in his approach, which, due to my past experience, is rare for me.

Newmedica Grimsby

Ophthalmology

Excellent service from friendly and professional staff. At every stage the staff introduced themselves and explained what was going to happen. The premises were immaculate and well signed. Unfortunately the air conditioning had broken down but portable fans had been used to help keep the temperature down. I was apprehensive before the procedure, but would have no hesitation in choosing Newmedica for a further cataract operation.

Nuffield Health Highgate Hospital

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology), Cardiology, + 14 more

It was a speedy and efficient visit, I didn’t have to wait long and left confident in the next steps and reassured I didn’t need surgery at this point in time. Dr thing gave me clear advice about what activities to minimise and which ones were relatively safe to continue. The coffee machine was out of order or not switched on the 2nd floor though and I would have loved a coffee at that time in the morning.

Mental Health Dietitians

Dietetics

I was receiving support from Sophie for the last year and have had such a positive experience. Each session is easily accessible online, with email follow ups of notes and plans to keep you on track with goals. The booking system is easy to use and there are dates in advance so you can plan life accordingly around sessions. It has been so beneficial to receive well informed support.

HCA UK at The Shard

General Practice (GP), Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Dr. Aditi accurately diagnosed my specific problem and provided an effective, personalised treatment plan. She has an incredible understanding of why people snore and knows how to address it. Her tailored solution worked immediately and gave me back a peaceful night's sleep, making this experience definitely five stars.

MansMatters

Urology

Professional service, excellent clarity of procedure and full patient support throughout the journey. My PD360 worked well and my erections improved 110%, much more than I expected. I highly recommend Mansmatters to Everyman whom wants to avoid surgery and improve his function and improve his relationship that way .

Quality Dental : Horsham

Dentistry

Unfortunately a dental appointment was cancelled again, I had booked dentist and hygienist for the same time to reduce inefficiencies of 2 seperate appointments, u fortunately the dentist cancelled the week before. The hygienist still went ahead as there was no way I could reschedule with such short notice