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Miss Kenga Sivarajah

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

Miss Sivarajah (Kenga) is a global leader in her field. Not only is she a highly experienced clinician, practicing both private and NHS, she is also a published author. Which is why I received the niche and the bespoke care I needed, as a 49 year old female delivering a child after many negative outcomes. This is her speciality, dealing with high risk pregnancies in demographic categories, which require a holistic approach. The education, experience and exposure she has in her leadership role at King's London and the patients she sees privately, provides her superb academic foundations. Most importantly, Kenga was available at the touch of a text, and called me as soon as she could. Having this support and comms from 12 weeks of my pregnancy (my chosen package) was vital because in my case, the NHS pathway offered to me was not sufficient. I received all the additional tests, scans, arranged through her. Example, my local NHS would've only tested me for GDM at 28 weeks, and by testing early, I knew I had diabetes from 20 weeks! She is warm, friendly, approachable and highly respected by patients and all the staff who work with her. I have quite a tricky personality and quite demanding and she handled me very well. She is worth every penny and I know she went above and beyond (the package), eg, after my baby was born with scans and tests, to ensure I was physically fit and the care to ensure we mitigated further risks from pregnancy and birth. Because ultimately she is a doctor, and lives the values of being one.

The Royal Marsden Private Care - Cavendish Square

Oncology

I have been under the care of Dr Alistair Ring since September 2024, and from my very first visit to The Royal Marsden, I knew I had made the right decision to begin chemotherapy there. During our initial consultation, Dr Ring immediately put me at ease, even though I had just received a difficult test result minutes before our meeting. He took the time to explain the Oncotype test for example and the treatment options available, making it clear that every step of my care would be centred around me. Dr Ring’s attention to detail and his encouragement to ask questions gave me great confidence and helped me feel empowered throughout my treatment. Following chemotherapy, I began medication that induced menopause, and thanks to his early guidance on potential side effects and how to manage them, I felt fully prepared. I also appreciate that he has been open to ongoing conversations about my treatment, including exploring HRT options, this openness means a great deal. The clinical staff at The Royal Marsden have been exceptional. They have consistently provided compassionate, professional care, and I genuinely look forward to seeing them at each follow-up. They remember small details and speak to me as a person, not just a patient, which makes every visit a positive experience. I cannot recommend Dr Ring and The Royal Marsden highly enough. I am deeply grateful for the outstanding care and support I have received and continue to receive from the entire team.

Practice Plus Group Hospital, Shepton Mallet

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology), General Surgery, + 5 more

Admin efficiency Things didn't get off to a great start when there seemed to be an issue regarding what my insurance would cover, even though I had received two confirmations from the insurer over the phone and one confirmation by email. I felt a bit like a criminal and that I was lying about the treatment being covered. In the end, the insurer had to phone Practice Plus direct to sort it out, because no-one would believe that I was telling the truth. I've never come across this problem before at the Spire or the Nuffield. Usually the admin trail works very smoothly. Cleanliness The carpet in the waiting area is dirty and is covered in tea/coffee stains. There were pubic hairs on the toilet seat in one of the toilets by the waiting area. Not great at all. Waiting Time I am a private patient and I usually use the Spire in Bristol or the Nuffield, which run to time. My appointment for an injection was 30minutes late. Unacceptable. Staff To be fair, some of the staff are lovely. But some of the staff are downright rude. When I went to speak to one of the receptionists after waiting for my appointment for over 20minutes, I simply asked to check that I was on the system. The answer "yes". Oh I said, it's just that I haven't been called yet. Is there a delay? The answer "yes" - and a roll of the eyes to say "yes and your problem with that is??" I have to have another appointment at some point, so let's hope that my next experience is better.

Check4Cancer

Oncology, Diagnostics & Testing

This whole experience has been rubbish. One of the questions asked if I had ever had polyps, which I had but 15 years ago, and because I clicked yes, recommended me as not suitable for screening...a lot can happen in 15 years, and it didn't ask me how long ago it was. The form was clunky to use and complete. In the results letter it said if I still wanted screening despite my results, to go to my results page. However when I went to that page it gave no options to select screening. It showed a Submit button on the results page, but would not let me proceed as I had not selected a service, however there were no services to select. The results letter gave me a link asking for feedback, either a quick survey or a detailed survey. When I clicked the detailed one it came up with an Error404 message. When I clicked the quick survey, it asked me questions about recent visits, were the staff friendly, was the practice clean etc, instead of asking any questions about my experience with the recent cancer screening survey...they were completely irrelevant.

Dr Tristan Ramcharan

Cardiologist, Paediatrician

My visit to see Dr Ramcharan was very well organised and an appointment was offered within two weeks. On the day of the consultation, we received a call to confirm our attendance and to provide additional information about parking arrangements, which was greatly appreciated. This made a difficult situation feel far less overwhelming. I attended the appointment with my teenage daughter at The Vesey Hospital, where all members of staff were kind, reassuring and genuinely supportive, during what was understandably a worrying time. Dr Ramcharan engaged directly with my daughter, taking the time to obtain a comprehensive medical history before clarifying further details with me and outlining the structure of the appointment. He demonstrated extensive knowledge, along with an empathetic approach, and carried out a full, holistic examination. His explanations were clear, accessible, and easy for both of us to understand. We are both very grateful for the care my daughter received and I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Ramcharan.

Practice Plus Group Surgical Centre, Devizes

Dentistry, Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology), + 6 more

I was made to wait 6 months for my cataract operations because I had a cardioversion. This is a short sedation rather than a general anaesthetic. I have been given no clinical explanations for this. I am in perfect health despite my age. I understand that a normal waiting time at other hospitals is 6 weeks with good recovery after a major operation. I suspect there are no clinical reasons, just a bureaucratic hesitation to take the slightest risk. I wonder how many patients discover that “Well soon” should be retitled “Well sometime”. Your bureaucratic incompetence is illustrated by your list of specialists which does not include the name of my surgeon, your lead ophthalmologist Dr Marzena Raszewska. It is her recorded ability that persuaded me to wait the 6 months rather than seek an alternative.

Equilibria Health

Psychology, Psychotherapy

I had the pleasure of working with Andrea for quite a long time after having a car accident. She took time to get to know me and what items I really wanted to work on. Each week we found ways that worked for me to express my self and through this she was able to give me amazing direction and grounding techniques to really help my anxiety in the car. I have not only used what we have learned together on the car but have pulled it into my everyday life. I feel lighter and happier. This was life changing for me and I’m so glad we were out together. I would highly recommend Andrea if you are looking for an understanding, empathetic and patient professional who is committed to helping you.

Mr Bhaskar Thakur

Neurosurgeon

I found Mr Thakur to be a very personable, professional and knowledgeable neurosurgeon. He not only diagnosed the cause of my symptoms but offered clear explanations to me of my difficulties and his recommended treatment. I was in great pain on a daily basis and he ensured that I was operated on as quickly as possible. The operation has been a complete success. After just 2 months rehab, I am back to be able to walk for an hour a day, rejoin my Pilates classes and throw away the painkillers. Plus the scar has healed amazingly well. I would recommend anyone who, like me, had been bounced around the system as the pain got worse and worse, to trust Mr. Thakur

Ellern Mede Ridgeway | Eating Disorder Hospital for Children

Dietitian, Psychotherapy

An amazing specialised unit Which is a privilege for any child My son aged 17 was very very poorly suffering with ARFID and extremely low weight Our 5 month journey has been outstanding, beyond expectations, pleasant safe environment, friendly experiences staff a feeling of home to home, excellent opportunities to pursue studies, welcoming supportive staff at all levels and positions, overall a positive experience with having my son who restored his weight and has fighted his life threatening situation now leading a normal life Thank you to the whole team and the management structure.

Mr Thomas Hunter

Orthopaedic Surgeon

On the initial consultation Mr Hunter explained everything in detail and gave me much confidence to proceed with robotic assisted total knee replacement. On the day of the procedure he met me before hand and again gave me much confidence and I had total trust in him. The Procedure has gone very well, and the wound has all but disappeared . Apart from some discomfort in the first 2 weeks I am not needing any pain relief anymore and the pain I had before hand has completely gone. Very pleased with the outcome and would definately recommend Mr Hunter .

The Forbes Clinic

Pain Management, Allergy Medicine, + 4 more

I had an online meeting with Gayle which was really helpful, much more relaxed than expected whilst including an in-depth exploration of my test results, health issues, and their timeline and effects on my life. Gayle is polite, respectful, understanding, and easy to talk to, as well as thorough and interested to understand and create a full picture. She’s very knowledgeable in a range of areas and made various links between results and possible causes. I look forward to continuing my health improvement with her support.

Mr Gautam Talawadekar

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Mr Talawadekar is such a expert in his job. He talked through my problem with Frozen Shoulder and went above and beyond to make sure I was given information about my diagnosis and how he could resolve it and aftercare. The process of having my shoulder done under anaesthetic was 10/10. He also took time to answer any questions I had and was very reassuring. He is very polite and has a happy attitude. He really is a credit to the NHS and I would recommend him to anybody who needs his help. Thank you.

Professor Vaibhav Modgil

Urologist

Mr Modgil was absolutely fantastic. His experience allowed us to clearly understand the situation and get straight to the point, which meant we were able to proceed with the treatment we needed very quickly. Despite challenging circumstances, his expertise and calm, reassuring approach contributed to a successful procedure. Mr Modgil is clearly a world class surgeon and a leading expert in MicroTESE. We are very glad that we chose the best. Thank you very much for everything.

Miss Heena Mehra

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

I had a hysterectomy under Dr Mehra’s care and she was excellent. From the first consultation, she was attentive, listened to my concerns, and explained everything clearly. Her compassionate approach made me feel at ease. The surgery went smoothly and her aftercare was outstanding. She checked in regularly and was always available for questions. She genuinely cares about her patients. I highly recommend Dr Mehra for her skill and compassion.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Dr Michelle Mackintosh

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

I had an ovarian cyst and ovary removed via keyhole surgery by Dr Mackintosh and can highly recommend her. She listened, we agreed the treatment plan together and I felt involved in all decisions throughout. She explained everything very well. The operation went well and she did an excellent job ensuring minimal trapped air afterwards and the scars have healed really nicely. Would not hesitate to visit her again - but obviously hope I don’t have to!

Castle Craig Hospital

Psychiatry, Psychotherapy

The combination of therapies under one roof is Castle Craig's strong point and a great team of staff, all really friendly and helpful. I was here for six weeks and the intensive therapy schedule has been extremely beneficial for me. Family therapy was helpful and I'm working hard to mend the relationships in my family. The fitness sessions were a highlight, the staff got me moving and thinking about healthy living after years of alcohol abuse.