Dr Philip Bull

Written by a patient at The Chaucer Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I had a consultation with Mr Bull after years of painful symptoms, not to mention the countless GP visits which ended up with various surgical procedures and a diagnosis of Fibromyalgia. I didn't feel this was the cause for a lot of things I had experienced historically, some of which have been with me since childhood. I researched and found articles written by Mr Bull, and interestingly there appeared to be a link between Hypermobility and Fibromyalgia. For the first time in years, I actually felt as though I was being listened to, and that it wasn't all in my head, as I had felt it had been suggested to me previously. Mr Bull was very helpful, easy to talk to, and was extremely positive, with advise on literature to read and a plan going forward, which I feel, will help me tremendously. I know it will not be a quick fix, but with the knowledge I have already gained in such a short space of time, I am confident that I can help myself to live better with a long term pain condition.

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Written by a patient at The Chaucer Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I had a consultation with Dr Bull to discuss problems I have linked to hypermobility. It was the first time in many years, if ever, that I felt a doctor was actually listening to what I had to say. He took the time to find out about many aspects of me as an individual that impact on the issues I have - with many doctors you get the feeling they stop listening after they’ve heard the information they were expecting to hear, but that certainly wasn’t the case with Dr Bull. It was the first time I felt the pain and issues I experience were validated and recognised as real. Dr Bull explained very clearly a way forward and I left feeling optimistic for the first time in years that my problems can be addressed.

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Written by a patient at The Chaucer Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I saw Dr Bull at the One Ashford hospital recently after years of health issues piling up! Dr Bull was kind, listened and thorough. Whilst I'm just at the beginning of various referrals and treatments, I feel like I am making steps in the right direction, with Dr Bulls support and expertise. I would highly recommend him

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Written by a patient at The Chaucer Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Dr Bull has been invaluable in getting my life back. What was overwhelming and confusing he has made clear and empowering. He has gone over and above what is expected and suggests multiple different avenues to aid the healing journey. He has empowered me as a patient by showing me the different tools I can use in order to give me back some control and direction in my life. Absolutely brilliant doctor.

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Written by a patient at The Chaucer Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Comprehensive and compassionate assessment by Dr Bull. I particularly appreciated how he listened carefully and respected my experience and knowledge of my symptoms. I felt that I was being treated as an equal and it was about 'working with' me rather than 'doing to' me. I also appreciated the focus on mindfulness, compassion and not reaching for a pharmacological response. Excellent onward referrals to AHPs and recommendations for reading material. I was treated with total kindness and left feeling optimistic and informed about my treatment. Thank you.

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