Testimonials

“"Had both eyes treated with Clear Lens Exchange replacement lenses over two weeks. The whole experience was excellent- great staff, lovely environment. Mr Calladine was thorough, reassuring and passionate about his work. I am delighted with my ‘new eyes’- worth every penny and I wish I had done it years ago. My vision has never been so good! I am delighted with the results."”

“"Initial surgery was for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, but Mr Shyamalan was concerned with the amount of arthritis in my left hand. The procedure for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome was carried out under a local anaesthetic as an outpatient. The care given by both consultant and nurses was excellent, and the problems caused by the syndrome were alleviated. However the pain caused by the arthritis, especially in my thumb and wrist continued to be a problem. After X-ray Mr. Shyamalan suggested that Steroid injections may help the symptoms, which they did for a short time. After explaining very carefully what he thought was the best course of action, Mr. Shyamalan carried out a Trapezectomy. I was prepared for the fact that I wouldn’t be able to use my hand, although I wasn’t quite prepared for how much I would be incapacitated – showering, dressing, eating were a problem for three or four weeks Physiotherapy and ice packs helped a lot, as did Ibrobrufin. I think that bruising caused a lot of pain and used Arnica to good effect. Before surgery, I was not able to drive with any comfort and also my main hobbies of sewing and gardening were very painful and difficult – only able to carry them out for very short periods. Now, I am 9 weeks post surgery and am back to sewing for short periods without pain. Mr Shyamalan suggested a drove an Automatic car, which I do now and I find it much easier. I have not yet got very much strength in my hand and wrist, it is gradually improving and is definitely better. Because of the Arthritis I know that further surgery may be necessary, but I have not been given the negative opinion of my GP, which was “What do you expect at your age?” Mr Shyamalan has throughout the 18 months I have been seeing him, has been very positive and caring. Also he has not treated me as an idiot and has explained all the procedures and possibilities in easily understood words. I will have no hesitation in going back to see him when the needs arise."”

“"As a keen golfer I have recently struggled with foot pain caused by an arthritic hallux valgus. I was referred to Mr Tollafield who decided, after X-rays, that I needed a replacement joint. My recovery has been rapid and, following expert Physio advice, walking after two weeks and now after almost five weeks have been signed off from Mr Tollafield. I am now pain free and ready to hit the golf course next month. The whole experience under Mr Tollafield’s guidance at Spire Hospital was a pleasant one and I wholeheartedly recommend the procedure to anyone with a similar problem."”

“"After suffering severe pain in my left knee for about a year, my GP referred me to Sutton Good Hope Hospital for an X-ray, which was followed by an appointment with a knee specialist who thought that my problem was the hip and not the knee. After a hip X-ray which proved that it was the hip, she referred me for examination by a hip specialist. I saw Mr Jain, Orthopaedic Consultant, who confirmed that my problem was the left hip, and recommended an immediate replacement, because the hip was badly worn. This surprised me because I had never had any pain in the hip, only in the knee." I elected to have private treatment at Little Aston and was admitted for surgery on 30 November 2015. Immediately after the operation, I was completely pain-free, and the following day, I was able to walk around my room. During my stay of three nights, I received excellent care and attention from everyone who was involved, from the ladies who cleaned my room, to Mr. Jain and his team. This made my hospital stay extremely pleasant. My recovery was swift, and after only two physiotherapy sessions, I am now leading a normal, active life. To all who are in pain, do seek help straight away, and I thoroughly recommend Little Aston Hospital."”

“"I just wanted to highlight to you the excellent care I received when I was an inpatient at your hospital last month. I was in for a total hip replacement operation which has gone well to date but I would like you to feedback to the staff concerned my huge appreciation those who looked after me. They were all wonderful and very supportive. This included in particular the Nurses on Wyndley Ward who looked after me during the day and throughout the night, the pre-operative Nurses team who were so helpful after my average glucose test came back a little high, the theatre staff who were so nice and friendly who helped to calm my nerves prior to the operation starting and the very good natured porters and nurses who had the difficult task of moving me off the bed and back when I went for my x-ray on 4th February. All these staff were an absolute credit to the hospital and I would be very grateful if you could copy this communication to all the departments concerned. Thank you."”

“I want to say a big big thank you to all the staff who took care of me when I had an operation. Mr Sonsales and his team put me so much at ease, and the nurses who cared for me while I was in room 10. It was so nice to have a nice cup of tea and a sandwich after. Can I please also thank the nurse who took me up to the theatre - she knew how scared I was and she held my hand all the way.”