Dr Niven Akotia

Written by a NHS patient at Broomfield Hospital

Was diagnosed with breast cancer back in March I have cardiomyopathy so was revied by Niven before anaesthetic was told in a very Frank but extremely nice way to lose some weight take exercise and once I had lost the required amount see him again within 7 weeks I had reached my target he was amazed if it hadn't been for Niven I would not be where I am today this man is one in a million kind caring compassionate straight talking explains everything in simple terms doesn't belittle you His bedside manner in theatre is funny relaxing he made my whole journey so much easier I can't thank him enough for his amazing care anyone going under anaesthetic with this man you are in the very best of hands Thank u Niven you are my hero

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Written by a private patient at Phoenix Hospital Chelmsford

Very friendly

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Written by a NHS patient at Springfield Hospital

Niven was a pleasure. He was very professional but very light hearted making me feel very comfortable with my procedure. We need more doctors like him.

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Written by a NHS patient at Broomfield Hospital

Hi Niven, I came into hospital on 1st July 2022 to have steroid injections into my fingers to help the pain for my arthritis i was a bit nervous but i just want to thank you for making me feel at ease, caring and making me laugh you were brilliant so thank you once again Sue Dodd

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Written by a private patient at Springfield Hospital

On arrival to the ward I was a complete nervous wreck. Doctor Akotia was the first doctor I saw: was very informative and relaxed which in turn put me at ease. Arriving to theatre I broke down in tears, but within moments I was laughing and joking with his distraction techniques and lighthearted comments I’d forgotten my fears. Dr Akotia put me at instant ease and made it clear I was in safe hands. He was clear with what he was doing which I needed and had me laughing before I went off to sleep. Being woke up by him when i came around was also reassuring and made me smile again for some reason. I recognised the voice telling me time to wake up. Great bedside manner, came to see me after the op to ensure I was up and moving and once again had the entire room giggling. The anaesthetic was my biggest fear but turned out to be the most enjoyable (if that’s possible) part of the procedure. Thank You!

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