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Mr Jamie Griffiths

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Mr Griffiths was extremely informative during the initial consultation and very responsive to my questions which made it easy for me to make the decision to go ahead with the hip replacement and the type to go for with minimum invasive surgery. He instilled confidence from the outset. The only aspect which caused me some degree of anxiety was not knowing what type of anaesthesia to choose for the procedure, until just before the operation ( the first in my medical history). JG had indeed advised that this would be the case but, during the months leading up to the op, I spoke with a number of friends/relations who relayed a range of experiences and a number giving their advice. A few had had GA and more went the local epidural route, although one of the latter had experienced far too much consciousness in terms of what was going on. I had read up about both and the various pros and cons ( info provided very helpful in this regard) and came along on the day with an open mind to confer with the anaesthetist, complete with my music and earphones if needed. In fact, after speaking with him it was easy to choose to go the local anaesthesia route and he put my mind at rest that he could sedate me so that I would not be aware of the procedure. I never finished listening to the first track of my music playlist ( I made sure I didn't have it on shuffle - my younger brother did for his hip replacement only to randomly get the track "the first cut is the deepest" to listen to at the start!!) I came round in recovery and all was complete. In some ways I would have liked to have had an early discussion with the anaesthetist so that I had made my decision ahead of the procedure rather than pondering it for so long. However that is a small negative compared to the outcome of the hip replacement with which I am extremely pleased. I had no leg swelling to speak of, very manageable pain, off crutches in 10 days and yesterday after 6 weeks walked some 11km mostly cross country. ( Walking distance had been the major problem instigating my hip replacement as that/hiking is an important part of my life). This has far exceeded my expectations and I am looking forwards to getting back on the tennis doubles court after a further 6 weeks of exercising and physio. If and when the other hip needs doing, I would have no hesitation in returning to Mr Griffiths again. Many thanks to him and the team.

Freedom Vision - Gloucester

Ophthalmology

I have had Cataract operations to both eyes January-March 2025. Things didn't start well when the Surgeon, in a 'telephone consultation' with me, committed to a price for the new lenses I would get. This was later overruled by the Management who told me the Surgeon didn't have the authority to agree a price with me. So I had to pay quite a bit more than I was originally told. As in some £400 per eye more. Amusing to observe how the 'care' (on the NHS, but sub-contracted to this private business) was promoted as being 'Exactly the same as Private Medical Care'. Oh no it wasn't ...it was much better. Once I was flagged up as 'potentially suitable for a PRIVATE operation' using Implants that were 'Not available on the NHS' I was treated very different. Previously done examinations were repeated 'to be sure'. Does that mean they are not sure if you are a NHS Patient? ;). Additional examinations 'not available on the NHS' were done. Am I being unfair? A short review would just say this: *Generally excellent professional friendly staff. * Medical care excellent. But.... Appointment waiting times need reviewing - I have always had to wait at least 45 min, sometimes more than on hour, before being seen. Why? If you depend on a relative or friend to drop you off and pick you up it sometimes got a bit difficult: Is this appointment going to take 30 Min, or 4 hours? Nobody knows. Admin/organization sometimes a bit confused - Why did I get an email survey for my right eye, and not for my left? Waiting in the corridor between different checks in different rooms a bit of a hit and miss - staff running around, folders being handed over, people sitting and waiting being missed, the order in which things were done got a bit confused sometimes, patients reminding passing nurses that others who arrived after them were seen before them. But all with good humor! But, in the end, I can see excellent again with both eyes - and that is what is really important.

Mr Anthony Antoniou

General Surgeon

My wife and I live in Nottinghamshire and I was referred urgently to Mr Antoniou at St Marks under the National Referral Scheme, as none of the Colorectal Consultants in the Midlands had experience of my problem or in treating it. We only waited a short time for the appointment and travelled down to London. Mr Antoniou called us into the consulting room personally and his warmth and demeanour immediately gave us total confidence in him and we knew I was in expert hands. He took time to explain the issue in detail and the proposed surgical procedure which we then discussed. Crucially, we were part of the discussion as opposed to be spoken at, which we were very grateful for. Two weeks later I was admitted to St Marks and went to Theatre where, again, Mr Antoniou was very pleasant and I felt at ease, despite the procedure I was about to undergo. When I awoke on the Ward post surgery, Mr Antoniou visited my wife and I and explained that all had gone well, again very reassuring. I have recently seen Mr Antoniou in Clinic for a 12 month check and, as ever, Mr Antoniou was friendly and welcoming and reassured us that all was well and that if I had future concerns, I should contact his secretary. I cannot commend or recommend Mr Antoniou highly enough for all aspects of the care and compassion he showed to my wife and I during a difficult time, especially being so far from home. We will be forever grateful.

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.

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.

Dr Mohammed Al-Khateeb

Audiologist

I had been struggling with my hearing for a long time and visited several doctors, but unfortunately there was no improvement and no clear diagnosis. It was only when I met Dr Mohammed Al-Khatib that I finally understood what my real problem was. He is an outstanding ENT doctor — extremely knowledgeable, professional and patient. He took the time to listen carefully, explained my condition in a clear and reassuring way, and made me feel confident from the first appointment. Although my hearing had not improved before, Dr Al-Khatib was the first doctor who truly identified the issue and put me on the right path. I am very grateful for his expertise and care, and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent ENT specialist.

Miss Sarah Burton

General Surgeon

I selected Miss Burton to perform my operation by reading her reviews, which were outstanding. She lived up to the praise given in her reviews. She exuded confidence, friendliness and care and from our first meeting both my wife and I knew we had made the right choice. My operation was explained thoroughly, she made me feel relaxed and cared for. Post operation she was wonderful, making sure all was ok and that my needs were being looked after by the staff. A wonderful, caring professional who inspires confidence. I would highly recommend this surgeon. Thank you for making my operation as good as it possibly could get.

RTN Mental Health - Right To Choose

Diagnostics & Testing, Psychiatry, + 1 more

All professionals on all levels, be it administration, psychiatrists, health care professionals etc, have all been extremely empathetic, kind, respectful and efficient. I felt safe and able to trust all members of staff during all interactions I've had. Sometimes organisation wasn't always perfect such as informant questionnaires seemingly getting lost and causing delays and my assessment being double booked requiring a last minute rescheduling, but any problems were dealt with efficiently.

Miss Lucy Wright

Psychologist

Lucy made me feel at ease from the first minute of our video call. I was able to unmask myself and let her see me how I really am, very different from a previous ADHD and autism assessment with a different provider. She was extremely thorough and asked questions in a way that she was able to tease out answers when I was stuck but did not ask leading questions. She was very empathetic and kind even though she obviously had to follow a script and procedure.

Living Mind

Psychiatry

Living Mind provides a very high standard of care for ADHD treatment. The overall process was well organised, professional, and efficient, from initial assessment through to ongoing support. Communication was clear and timely, and the approach felt structured while still being personalised. The quality of care has had a clear positive impact on my daily functioning, and I would confidently recommend the clinic to others seeking specialist ADHD support.

St Giles Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy, Sports Rehabilitation, + 1 more

I was recommended St Giles physiotherapy to take our Son to as he was complaining of knee pain. Claudiu diagnosed what was wrong and gave our son various exercises to do to help with the pain. Our son also had laser treatment and massages which really helped. The exercise programme we continued with at home too using a friendly app to track progress. I highly recommend St Giles physiotherapy and Claudiu.

Dr Shanthi Paramothayan

Respiratory Doctor

Dr Paramothayan was very detailed and diligent in her explanation of the causes of my condition and the path she put me on ended nearly two years of very unpleasant lung difficulties. She was particularly good at following up on interventions and maintaining contact with me to ensure my return to health had been sustained.

One Stop Healthcare

Anaesthetics, Audiology, + 47 more

I recommend a private appointment. Instead of a rushed NHS 10 minute experience, the doctor spends 30 minutes understanding symptoms and background. Dr Hamdulay was very thorough, professional and friendly. He gave me very helpful advice and the medication I needed to make a full recovery. Highly recommend OSD Healthcare.

Dr Turab Syed

Orthopaedic Surgeon

I can't say enough about Dr Syed (and his team today) for my care over the past few years. Dr Syed was very thorough in explaining to me what was happening and that I understood. My injection was swift and over before I realised it had started. In what can be an anxious time, Dr Syed puts your mind at ease.

Nuffield Health Woking Hospital

It was an excellent experience with Prof Imam. From start to finish all were great. Everyone was very friendly. There were always someone in the room. I was fully informed. A high level of care. Excellent. All 5s. No concerns. Loved everyone was brilliant. Would recommend.