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Mr Aruna Dharmasena

Ophthalmologist

I am Chinese with one (what I thought was a) hooded eyelid. I was immediately at ease at the consultation with Dr Dharmasena. He took the time to measure my eyes and conducted eye examinations using optical machines. He then drew a diagram which clearly illustrated what needed to be done. There was no pressure. It was clear that he was very experienced in his field. It was agreed that the crease on my eyelid needed to be repositioned (Asian bleph) rather than removing the hood, in fact there was no excess skin to remove. In a different clinic this other consultant offered me hooded eyelid surgery which would have been the completely wrong op. Other consultants would not just operate on one eye as they need to work on both eyes to create symmetry. So I was glad that Dr Dharmasena agreed to operate on one eye and be skilled enough to match it to the good eye. The cost The cost was very reasonable and affordable. There was a consultation fee, the surgeons fee and the hospital fee. The op It took around 40 mins. The hospital fees were very well priced considering there were three nurses and the consumables and equipment needed wouldn’t have been cheap. One of them held my hand incase I was anxious. For me the anaesthetic was just a sharp scratch in the eyelid, which lasted seconds. I opted for no sedation which brought the cost down by hundreds. The only thing I found uncomfortable was the insertion of the eye shield over the eyeball but it was a necessity. Dr Dharmasena popped in more eyedrops in to help numb the eyeball. During the surgery, I could smell burning skin, it is a distinct smell and I’m guessing the cut was done using a laser. Dr Dharmasena sat me up twice to check the position. I don’t remember much more about the operation other than it was very smooth and painless. Afterwards a huge dressing was applied to my eye. After care pack was provided and after a cup of tea and biscuits, I took a taxi home. Recovery. With one eye covered, I had no 3D perception and couldn’t tell how far something was. I removed the plaster the next day. There was no pain, bleeding or bruising. The lid was very swollen and red. I applied the chloramphenicol ointment regularly. The stitching was impressively neat and thin. Purple dissolvable sutures were used. He has also mentioned that he will keep the ends long so that they don’t unravel prematurely. There were 4 deep sutures that created the crease and other evenly spaced stitches along the crease to close the wound. The sutures started to irritate my lid after 14 days because my lid was in that transition stage where the wound is healing but the sutures were still hanging on. So I went to see Dr Dharmasena who removed a couple of sutures that were ready to come out and snipped the rest shorter. This provided a lot of relief and as the days went on, the skin started to heal up and the sutures started to drop off. Now on day 40, only one deep suture remains. The eyelid was a little numb and darker in colour. The feeling is returning and the dark skin is becoming lighter. He also mentioned that he created a crease that is 1mm higher as the lid always drops. Whilst it was healing it was bigger than expected but as it healed, it did drop just as he said it would. I’ve worn make up once and with the new eyelid, I am absolutely thrilled to tears. I can see my eyeliner and eyeshadow for the first time. One really impressive thing to mention is that Dr Dharmasena created an inner crease for my new eye. Chinese eyes don’t usually have an inner crease but my good eye does and he managed to recreate this. I didn’t even know I needed it till he created it and it’s beautiful! I am very happy with the whole experience and thanks to Dr Dharmasena for making one of my dreams come true.

Professor Yacoub Khalaf

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

I'm a private patient, and I had the pleasure to be treated with Dr. Khalaf twice at the Assisted Conception unit at Guys and St. Thomas Hospital. The first time, I did egg freezing and the second time I went with my husband for assisted conception assessment. The summary is that Dr. Khalaf is highly professional and respectful, he was honest in the treatment plan that I needed and suggested against unnecessarily procedures. Also, he was available to answer all my questions at any time, and was flexible with weekend appointments to match my work schedule. He is very respectful and made me feel comfortable during the examination. For egg freezing, a friend of mine referred me to Dr. Kahalf, and he exceeded my expectations. He explained the process very well, and  made me feel comfortable asking any question (even the silly ones). He gave me his phone number and was always available to answer any question at any time. The process was very smooth too, as I picked the medications from the hospital and Dr. Khalaf showed me how to take it. The eggs retrieval operation was also very smooth as the staff at the hospital were kind and nice.     My positive experience with Dr. Khalaf led me to go back to him with my husband for assessment for assisted conception. From day one he told us that we don't need IVF and the pregnancy should happen naturally. Then, he guided us through the assessment process and did a sperm test for my husband followed by a HyCoSy test for myself.  Both tests were fine, and he told us to try again and wait. We tried after the HyCoSy test, as he suggested it increases the chances of natural conception, and I got pregnant without the need to go through IVF!  I would definitely recommend Dr. Khalaf!

Mr Khalid Al-Dadah

Orthopaedic Surgeon

I recently underwent two knee surgeries performed by Dr. Khalid Al-Dadah, and I cannot speak highly enough of the exceptional care and professionalism I received. From the very first consultation, Dr. Al-Dadah demonstrated kindness, patience, and a genuine concern for my well-being. He took the time to explain every aspect of both procedures in clear, understandable terms, ensuring I felt informed and confident throughout the process. What truly stood out was his use of practical examples and visual aids. Dr. Al-Dadah went above and beyond by showing detailed explanations on screen and even using a 3D model of the knee to illustrate the procedures. This level of clarity and attention to detail made a world of difference in helping me understand what to expect. His professionalism, expertise, and compassionate approach gave me complete trust in his care. Both surgeries were a success, and my recovery has been smooth thanks to his guidance and support. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Khalid Al-Dadah to anyone seeking an outstanding specialist orthopedic knee surgeon who combines technical excellence with genuine empathy.

The Horder Centre

Orthopaedic Surgery, Physiotherapy

This was so different from when I was here 10 years ago. The nursing staff were so lovely this time, cheerful and friendly and Lou was particularly helpful. All staff everywhere were kind and pleasant. The physiotherapists led by Carmen were astonishing. Their whole approach was helpful and kindly, the exercises were achievable, the support was just excellent including the post op phone call to me at home. I feel really positive about it all. I also commend the food, it was fantastically good especially the lamb stew, very Elizabeth David . And I really liked the inflating things on my feet the first night, very soothing. The one thing I didn't like was the tsunami of emails with essential information, each with a link to a cloud, needing a password . This took ages to navigate, and I gave up. When I mentioned this in person I got a really good booklet which I'm still using. It takes seconds to flip from section to section, it works and is useful. Perhaps if each email made it clear what section it's about, then that might help. But it's quicker to use the paper version.

Dulwich Podiatry

Podiatry

Zack treated my son for deep verrucas caused by swimming, and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the care we received. The diagnosis and treatment were done in the same appointment, and everything was handled with so much care and professionalism. My son is 9 years old and was understandably nervous, but Zack was fantastic at keeping him calm, confident, and engaged throughout the treatment. He was reassuring, patient, and made the whole experience far less daunting. The treatment itself was quick and very well managed. We went back for a follow-up today and were given the all-clear, along with a top-up treatment to remove any remaining dead skin and ensure nothing was left behind. Zack explained everything clearly to both my son and me, which really empowered us and reassured us that this was the best course of action. Zack was excellent — funny, caring, and professional — exactly what you want, especially when treating a young child. I would highly recommend him without hesitation.

Diverse Minds Clinic

Psychiatry

I had a great experience with Dr Cappai at Diverse Minds Clinic. She listened to all my concerns and gave me good advice on therapy and pharmacological treatment. I conducted some research before booking with Diverse Minds Clinic, and I was reassured because the clinic is registered with the CQC (unlike some other popular services in London), and Dr Cappai also works in the NHS as an ADHD specialist. The building in central London, Harley Street, is very elegant, and I felt comfortable during the long assessment (I had a 3-hour ADHD and ASD assessment), and Dr Cappai allowed some breaks and ensured I was at ease. The appointment started on time, and the report was very thorough. I am happy with the service. I cannot recommend it highly enough.

Mr Farooq Khan

Urologist

I cannot recommend Mr Khan highly enough for the care he provided during my prostate investigations. He was calm, professional, and extremely thorough throughout. He explained everything clearly, took time to answer my questions, and ensured I felt informed and reassured at every stage. His approach was measured and sensible, focusing on the right course of action without unnecessary intervention. At what can be a worrying time, his manner made the process far easier to manage and I always felt I was in safe hands. An excellent consultant and a credit to his profession.

Dr Koon Chan

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

I am incredibly grateful for the care I received during my pregnancy. From the very beginning, Chan was knowledgeable, and reassuring, always taking the time to explain things clearly and answer my questions. I felt genuinely listened to and supported, even during stressful moments. His expertise and calm approach gave me confidence throughout my pregnancy, and I truly felt I was in the best possible hands. I couldn’t have asked for better care and would highly recommend Chan to anyone, especially those facing a high-risk or complex pregnancy.

Mr James Langdon

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Mr. Langdon has a very professional yet caring manner. A full explanation of the procedure was given prior to my operation. Follow up care has been second to none. Not only am I delighted to have had the procedure performed, I am grateful that it was Mr. Langdon’s care that I was placed in. I needed advice a couple of weeks after the operation and Mr. Langdon called back quickly with great advice and reassurance. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Dr Sree Rodda

Oncologist

Thank you, Dr Rodda, a consummate professional with a great depth of reassuring knowledge. Having being reluctant to pursue certain aspects of my treatment ,Dr Rodda convinced me that it would be extremely beneficial to achieving a successful result. Agreeing to have the full course of treatment, with minimal side effects, I can now look towards the future with a positive outcome

Meliora Medical Group

Physiotherapy, Sports & Exercise Medicine

Dr Barke supported my son’s recovery from a collapsed lung from the day it was diagnosed and operated on, through the rehabilitation and recovery, and to the point when he was able to play contact rugby again. I am extremely grateful to dr Barke for being so approachable and understanding, and so responsive to all the queries we had during my son’s recovery process.

Dr Elza Eapen

Psychiatrist

Dr Eapen has treated me for a number of years - and she has been instrumental in helping me overcome my lifelong OCD issues. As a result of her wonderful care and intelligence, I've had huge improvement which has lasted. I've grown to trust her opinions and instincts enormously. She cares a lot about her patients. I'm always recommending her to people.

The Harborne Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

Cardiology, Gastroenterology, + 10 more

Very easy to make an appointment and quick range of dates offered to my convenience.The hospital is fairly convenient from home and the nice to have features of free parking,WiFi and coffee in comfortable surroundings are appreciated.The hospital is modern and spotlessly clean.The staff and friendly and give clear explanations.

Moorfields Private Eye Hospital

Ophthalmology

Fantastic experience. The surgery, care and after care was exceptional! Friendly staff and very professional. They made my experience feel comfortable from start to finish and the laser eye surgery has changed my life I love seeing the world in high definition! Thank you!

Newmedica Bristol - Aztec West

Ophthalmology

My experience in having cataract surgery was painless and all the staff were so friendly and explained everything in detail Patients having this procedure soon do not have to worry at all as they will be in safe hands completely and with a bonus of surgery without pain

Spire Liverpool Hospital

General (Internal) Medicine, Cardiology, + 17 more

On the day of surgery I found all staff to be caring, professional and friendly. The environment, and my room were clean, bright and welcoming. As a result I was able to remain relaxed and calm prior to surgery and was very well cared for after the operation.