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After a warning from the neurosurgeon & oncologist who had been monitoring the regrowth of my meningioma in September 2023 that it required surgery & as it was a second operation it was at high risk of stroke, bleeding, bone infection, going through old scar tissue, the tumour was pressing against a large vein. My daughter suggested I sought a second opinion, we chose Mr Shoakazemi who also specialises in my type of brain tumour.  He confirmed…the risks were very high indeed, the brain tumour had grown too big for fractionated radiotherapy and surgery through the old wound of some 20 + years ago was the only option. We found Mr Shoakazemi to be extremely approachable, professional, calm, warm & informative.  I feel incredibly lucky to have had the faith on a date said to be the unluckiest day in the yearly calendar …Friday 13th October to undergo surgery with such a gifted neurosurgeon. I am (thankfully to Mr Shoakazemi) walking straight, talking straight & feeling fully blessed.

I visited Dr Shoakazemi for a skull base meningioma. He was extremely understanding of my anxiety and worries, and explained the route forward. I followed up with an email of worries, and he called me back ASAP and helped calm my nerves. I would not hesitate to recommend him for similar needs.

I found Dr Shoakazemi to be easy to talk to. He was friendly and professional.

Mr Shoakazemi takes his time to explain everything .He listens to what you have to say .He inspires confidence .I would highly recommend him .

Mr Shoakazemi has been a shining light in a dark Glioblastoma storm for my family and I. When there were no other desired treatment options on the table for my father (who did not want to undergo Chemotherapy) he sought quality of life. Mr Shoakazemi has greatly improved his quality of life by performing excellent surgery to reduce symptoms and mentally through clear and respectful communication. Mr Shoakazemi has gone above and beyond to try to help us by picking up the phone himself to explain results/treatment and even make appointments. He has been accessible to us when we have concerns and questions and has tried to expedite treatment when a Covid cloud of closed hospitals was looming. Best of all, Mr Shoakazemi has treated my father like an equal and like a human being which was not the case with other consultants.

Very caring personality and explained diagnosis with appropriate details

Mr Shoakazemi made an effort to explain my medical condition to me, helping me grasp its seriousness and potential consequences. He took the time to answer all of my follow up questions. He made sure that I understand my options and I Ieft the consultation feeling understood and heard.

I found Mr Shoakazemi to very friendly and polite. He explained everything in an engaging manner. It was a pleasure to be seen by such an amicable and highly professional gentleman.

Lovely consultant and professional and great bedside manner. Highly recommend! He is truly one of the best Neurologist in the UK

Having had both telephone and face to face consultations with Mr. Shoakazemi,I found him to be very professional,knowledgable and entirely approachable. Consultations were reassuring and informative. His warmth,of manner put me wholly at ease.