Patient Stories

Life changing stories from our patients.

Patient Stories

Hear from our patients speaking about their experience with Ramsay Health Care UK.

Glen Robinson

The Cherwell Hospital

Shoulder Surgery
Orthopaedics

What led me to shoulder surgery was a pain I had for probably 8 years, it progressively got worse and I thought I'm a middle aged bloke with 20 years of excersise ahead of me I better get it sorted...

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Lois Richardson

Clifton Park Hospital

ACL Reconstruction Surgery
Orthopaedics

I was out running with a friend, I slipped sideways on wet ground and I felt a pop and I thought something wasn't quite right, I had an MRI scan which revealed I had torn my ACL...

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Rob Rea

Berkshire Independent

Aquablation Therapy
Urology

I started to suffer with an enlarged prostate back in 2015/16, self managed it for a long time, too long...

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Samantha

Duchy Hospital

Total Hip Replacement
Orthopaedics

I couldn't sleep properly because the pain was so bad, when you see your skills reducing it's very frightening. My names' Saman...

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Katie Bailey

Woodland Hospital

Weight Loss Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy

My name is Katie Bailey, and I want to share my journey of undergoing a sleeve gastrectomy...

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Phil Chatfield

Oaklands Hospital

Weight Loss Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy

This is my story of how sleeve gastrectomy at Oaklands Hospital transformed my life. From my initial res...

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Heather Rawlings

Woodland Hospital

Weight Loss Surgery
Sleeve Gastrectomy

My Gastric Sleeve Surgery at Woodland Hospital was a life-changing experience for me. This is why..

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Christopher Day

The Cherwell Hospital

Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

I asked for a private appointment which I got the next day, I had the investigations and needed a knee replacement...

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Woodthorpe Hospital

Aquablation Therapy
Urology

I was going to the toilet all the time and never felt like I’d fully emptied my bladder. It was annoying at first, then it got worse—eventually, I ended up...

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Roger Monk

Ashtead Hospital

Aquablation Therapy
Urology

During the previous six months I found that my energy level was reducing. I like to swim and cycle to keep fit and found I was becoming slower at both...

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Judith Massam

Judith Massam

Clifton Park Hospital

Robotic Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

We spoke to Judith Massam, who at 80-years old underwent a to Total Knee Replacement with her Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Mr Ed Britton...

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Patrice Choat

Ashtead Hospital

Physiotherapy

Ashtead Hospital helped me reclaim my active lifestyle and achieve a personal milestone. From a life-altering injury to competing at the British Indoor Rowing Championships...

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Martin Box

The Yorkshire Clinic

Aquablation Therapy
Urology

In May 2023, I developed a bladder infection after returning from an eight-hour flight and was advised this was likely due...

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Diane Woodman

The Yorkshire Clinic

Total Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

I was referred to the Yorkshire Clinic in Bingley, West Yorkshire, where I met Mr. Leggeter, my consultant. He quickly diagnosed me with severe osteoarthritis in both...

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Neil Holdsworth

The Yorkshire Clinic

Total Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

As an active individual with a passion for adventure sports like climbing, mountaineering, scuba diving, and distance walking I never imagi...

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Trafford Gordon

Pinehill Hospital

Hip Replacement
Orthopaedics

As an active young individual, aged 34 in full time employment, struggling to make it past lunch time without suffering in pain...

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Brian Laban

The Yorkshire Clinic

Robotic Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

Hear from Brian Laban talk about his experience following his robotic knee replacement surgery at The Yorkshire Clinic in Bingley, part of Ramsay Health Care...

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Rebecca Dempster

West Valley Hospital

Keyhole Bunion Surgery
Orthopaedics

Dr Kunasingam explained to us the whole procedure around the keyhole surgery, and I felt it was the right surgery for me. The down time after the operation was so short that I could carry on with my j...

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Carol Damus

Rivers Hospital

Total Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

I had a total knee replacement at Rivers Hospital, but the last 2.5 years were very painful. The knee would go out of alignment and the lower limb was going up further towards the left, so there was a...

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Heath Samples

Clifton Park Hospital

Hip replacement
Orthopaedics

Five years ago, 50 year old Heath Samples from Scarborough, North Yorkshire was told that he would need hip surgery. Worried that surgery and recovery time would affect his active lifestyle and work, ...

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William

Duchy Hospital

Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

As a busy individual, business owner who loves to spend time outdoors when possible, severe knee pain was holding me back as it was badly affecting my mobility. As a longstanding patient of Duchy Hosp...

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Nancy Edwards

The Yorkshire Clinic

Knee Replacement
Orthopaedics

I have suffered with osteoarthritis in my knees for over 10 years; originally starting with an episode of rheumatoid arthritis which burnt itself out but left me with osteoarthritis in several joints....

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Marcus Brown

Rivers Hospital

ACL Reconstruction
Orthopaedics

I had an ACL Reconstruction at Rivers Hospital, did try physiotherapy first as I originally did the injury two years ago. I just didn't have the strength anymore, my knee started locking out when runn...

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Steve Harris

The Yorkshire Clinic

Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy
Endoscopy

I came in for an endoscopy: both a gastroscopy and colonoscopy after an urgent referral from my GP and I met with Mr Griffiths. I was admitted several months ago, right in the middle of Covid lockdown...

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Debora Lea Wright

Woodland Hospital

Spinal Surgery
Orthopaedics

Debora Lea Wright has been receiving treatment from Orthopaedic Surgeon Mr Shukla, Spine Surgeon Mr Amit and from the Woodland Physiotherapy department. The Woodland team are helping Debora to return...

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Matthew

Springfield Hospital

Gastric Sleeve
Weight Loss Surgery

I had a gastric sleeve through Ramsay Health Care. I couldn't continue the way I was going, I was 28 Stone at 23 years old, and it’s not the best way to be especially at such a young age. The informa...

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Lisa Camden

The Yorkshire Clinic

Gall stone removal
General Surgery

Lisa has been aware of the fact that she had gall stones following an ultrasound scan approx. 7-8 years ago. For the last 12 months, Lisa had 3 or 4 attacks of gall bladder symptoms where the pain wa...

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Jessica Dempster

West Valley Hospital

Keyhole Bunion Surgery
Orthopaedics

Although the feet don't look nice, it's more than that, they’re incredibly painful. So being able to actually have this operation and have it corrected is amazing. Just before the surgery, we had a qu...

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Dale Town

The Yorkshire Clinic

Colonoscopy
Endoscopy

In November 2019 my younger brother Stephen passed away. He had bravely battled with bowel cancer from his diagnosis in late 2018. Stephen’s diagnosis was a massive shock to my family. His death conti...

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Jim Hughes

Duchy Hospital

Hip Replacement
Orthopaedics

I had a full hip replacement on the right side by Ramsay Duchy (Truro). I looked on Ramsay’s website to see my options, and then went for a consultation. I talked to them about my payment optio...

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Peter Elkins

Ashtead Hospital

Lumbar Decompression
Orthopaedics

I had a lumbar decompression at Ramsay Ashtead. Due to time restraint, and being in pain, I needed to get in for treatment as soon as possible...

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Hear from our patients talk about their recent experience with us

  • Attended for a minor operation on my arm under general anaesthetic. I had attended prior for several pre op consultations. On every visit staff were always friendly and the hospital immaculately clean. Relevant paperwork sent via post in timely manner and kept informed with a follow up phone call post op. Cannot fault their care.

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    Woodthorpe Hospital - Thursday, 2 April 2026
  • I had a knee replacement at the Duchy, I can't thank Dr. Divekar and all the staff enough, they all went above and beyond for my care. I felt very anxious having the surgery, but everyone of the staff are there to put your mind at rest. I want to say a big thank you to everyone.

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    Duchy Hospital - Thursday, 2 April 2026
  • the whole experience with Ramsey has been extremely professional and friendly, a well organised team of caring people

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    Woodthorpe Hospital - Thursday, 2 April 2026
  • John Adam repaired my left shoulder tear, he & the whole staff of the hospital, provided an excellent service, all of the time, thank you.

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    Clifton Park Hospital Ltd - Thursday, 2 April 2026
  • I have had an inital assessment appointment, which included x-rays. I felt respected and treated well by polite and friendly staff. My questions were answered thoughtfully and nothing seemed too much trouble. The hospital is bright, clean and tidy. My whole experience has been positive and much appreciated.

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    Pinehill Hospital - Thursday, 2 April 2026
  • I had a hip replacement done by the exemplary Mr Veitsch 3 days ago. Showing kindness, care, compassion and competence he was exactly what I was hoping for and the reason that I coped with the operation as well as I did. He came to see me 3 times after the operation to check all was well and clearly goes above and beyond in his job. The Anaesthetist, too, was a lovely man who spent a long time talking to me before and after the operation and explained everything in detail to me and my husband. This is the sort of care you dream about! Dedicated nursing staff who managed my post op pain so well, kind, sympathetic physio staff, adminstaff, kitchen staff...all greeted me with a smile...it really does help in potentially stressful situation. Thank you so very much New Hall Hospital!

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    New Hall Hospital - Thursday, 2 April 2026
  • First ever five star rating from me ever, steroid jabs in my back a very small amount of pain basically akin to pin pricks .Faultless were everyone I dealt with, professionalism did not prevent a friendly approach from all and a great attitude,as I was an NHS patient I had expected to get the same treatment naturally as was the case'for those who may have reservations 'left Blakelands happy' free from any pain from steroid and anesthetic injections and six hours ltr no change in that ,nurses ultra pleasant and nice helpful, and all take Thier profession's seriously.

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    Blakelands Hospital - Wednesday, 1 April 2026
  • Excellent experience. Nursing staff, doctors and surgeons all very professional, caring and friendly too. I would definitely recommend Pinehill Hospital.

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    Pinehill Hospital - Wednesday, 1 April 2026
  • Attended yesterday 31.03.26, for planned ankle surgery. From the warm welcome, to up until i was discharged home, the care was excellent. A massive thank you to: The two male health care workers, both caring and supportive, when i first arrived and carried out the pre-op assessment, and the other male carer that looked after me whilst in the recovery bay immediately post-surgery. Thankyou to you both. Nurse Angela was behond lovely. Such a professional and caring nurse. The two male anaesthetists were so funny together, and i felt at complete ease and safe in their presence. They explained everything to me fully. Any anxieties that i had held about the surgery, anaesthetic, and recovery was short lived. Not forgetting my Surgeon Mr Trigkilidas, what a kind gentleman, and a fabulous surgeon and professional. I felt extremely safe in his care. I was given my own bay in privacy as part of my recovery to relax watching TV in a comfy recliner with a choice of varied refreshments. I felt very comfortable and safe. The Hospital felt peaceful and was spotlessly clean, again a credit to the team in general, not forgetting housekeeping that clearly do a great job. The experience was a very positive one and if I had to attend again for surgery or treatment, I certainly would not be as anxious as I was prior to me attending. Thank you all so much again that cared for me. You are an amazing team. 👏 ❤️

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    Cobalt Hospital - Wednesday, 1 April 2026
  • I recently underwent surgery for ACL reconstruction and meniscus trimming. Mr Kenan Dehne was the consultant. I was very happy with the care from him, his team, and the hospital in general. I have after only 8 weeks, got a much more stable knee and expect thing to improve further.

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    West Midlands Hospital - Wednesday, 1 April 2026
  • Lovely clean friendly hospital with fabulous staff

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    Oaklands Hospital - Wednesday, 1 April 2026
  • I am writing this review to express my deepest gratitude for the incredible care my wife ,Yulia Guerriero, received during her stay for a bunion operation on 25 of March 2026. From the moment she was admitted, the staff were very professional and efficient. A special thank you to Dr. Vail Karuppiah, Nurse Francesca and anesthetist. Big thank you to all the team in the operation theatre. You treated her as a priority, not just a number. Thank you for your dedication.

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    Woodthorpe Hospital - Tuesday, 31 March 2026
  • I had keyhole surgery today was I nervous of course I was but everyone at the hospital done there absolute best to look after me and get it done, all the nurses where wondering and very friendly, a special mention to Zoe she saw right thought the tough guy look and reassured me I was going to alright and everything will be fine so thank you very much to her! Thank you to everyone who works there! You guys do an amazing job! Local hero’s

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    Blakelands Hospital - Tuesday, 31 March 2026
  • Had private surgery here yesterday for hernia they looked afta me calmed me down and tended to my needs.My wonderful surgeon mr Halahakoon anaesthetist dr malika and assistant anaesthetist billy,nurses vicky Jackie Zoe and the lovely Eva thank u! Thanks for understanding and fixing me i was absolutely terrified they were nothing but professional and patient with me wen I was freaking out they explained everything so I understood. I no there was more nurses but I can't rememba ur names. I had private room my belongings were safe which is a massive relief u hav ur own bathroom and tv. The man who came round with the food was lovely too and the guy with the tattoos who wheeled me in with vicky ur doin an awesome job. Credit where Credits due to sum it up a perfect team of professionals working in harmony for the best outcome for the patient.It may cost by goin private but the level of care here was 5 star . I'v been very looked after and they meant it these people take pride in their job and they care about u.ps thanks for the extra ice cream and the sandwich was the best sandwich I eva had i recommended the chicken salad on granary bread 😋

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    Oaks Hospital - Tuesday, 31 March 2026
  • This is my 2nd trip to Rowley Hall, previously had a Hernia day surgery. This time ACDF spine surgery, service & care was brilliant from start to finish. Mr Bhalla & his team did a great job during the operation & post op. Abby & Judy & their teams over both shifts supplied amazing care & empathy. The ancillary staff were excellent & I was fed & watered well & the room was kept spotless. Couldn’t fault anything during my stay. Great place to be when you need help & care after an anxious time before & after the operation.

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    Rowley Hospital - Tuesday, 31 March 2026
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