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Written by a patient at The Great Western Hospital
28th November 2018


Mr Robin Bhatia conducted revision surgery on my L5/L6 lumber region in October 2018. The recovery time is taking me longer than I would like but this is totally expected and exactly what Mr Bhatia had explained to me and discussed with me in full prior to the procedure taking place. My sciatica in my left leg and foot and reduced significantly from pre surgery of circa. 95%+ to a much more manageable circa. 15% post surgery (6 weeks). I'm extremely happy with the outcome, and hope to make a full recovery in due course once my prescribed physio and exercises have begun to work. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending Mr Bhatia to conduct similar surgery on a patient with a similar issue. Thank you.

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Written by a patient at The Great Western Hospital
2nd November 2018


I want to thank Mr Bhatia for my excellent care . He has made such a difference to my health and his honesty and manner in my treatment meant that I had complete trust in him at a very difficult time .

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Written by a patient at The Great Western Hospital
10th September 2018


My problems started with numbness in my toes, then feet, then ankles and eventually reached the nether region. During this progression over several months I was seen by a Rheumatology specialist and we chased several red herrings. When it reached the nether region she was concerned about the possibility of Causa Equina and referred me to GWH for an urgent MRI. This revealed trapped spinal cord at no.3 vertebrae and no.5 to a lesser extent. At this stage I was introduced to Mr Bhatia who showed me the MRI, discussed the options and danger of not taking immediate action. I was admitted that day, operated next day 2 1/2 hours and back home 2 days later. The incisions healed quickly dressing removed after 2 weeks and feeling is returning slowly starting at the top and I hope finishing at my toes but I am well aware it will be a long process. What a fantastic man he is. So calm and skilled. He is as good at conveying the situation as he is operating . You are safe in his hands.

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Written by a patient at The Great Western Hospital
2nd September 2018


Mr Bhatia operated on me just over six weeks ago with great success. I had a three level lumbar decompression which I was informed was classed as a major operation and took over four and a half hours on the operating table ( mostly carried out under a microscope ) ! At all times I was kept fully informed of everything and all my questions were fully answered by Mr Bhatia. I cannot praise Mr Bhatia and all his staff enough for their expertise, professionalism and manner: before, during and after my procedure. I have no reservations in fully recommending him !

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Written by a patient at The Great Western Hospital
20th July 2018


From the first time I met Dr Bhatia he made me feel at ease and assured me that he would do all he could to help me with my years of pain. His knowledge of my problem was such that he was able to explain in every detail what my problem and how he could help, and more importantly what his plan of action was. Having suffered with years of pain in my lower back and legs it was decided that I was to undergo an operation on my back for which I had L4/L5 decompression and vertebrae's being placed back to ease the pain. The care I received from Dr Bhatia before and after my operation was incredible and nothing was ever to much effort for him, I also now realise that whilst I was asleep I received the same care as now I am pain free and able to get on with my life again. I would not have any problem recommending Dr Bhatia to anyone who has suffered this pain or indeed any kind of orthopaedic problems. It goes without sayin that I wish Dr Bhatia as a Gentleman and as a Surgeon to be recognised by those who govern within the NHS as without his care dedication understanding and brilliance I would not be able to look forward to a new lease of life. One more thing to say is quite simply Thank you so much.

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Profile

Robin Bhatia MA PhD FRCS(SN) is a Consultant Spinal Neurosurgeon practicing at The Great Western Hospital and the Ridgeway BMI Hospital, with an Honorary Consultant contract at The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery in London. His practice is devoted to the management of spinal problems.

Mr Bhatia read medicine at Exeter College in The University of Oxford, and then at Guys, Kings and St Thomas' Medical Schools in London. He qualified in medicine in 2000, sub-specialised in Neurosurgery and received a Doctorate in Clinical Neurosciences in 2010. He obtained the Neurosurgical Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2011.

He undertook the North London Complex Spinal Fellowship in The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery and Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore in 2011-2012.

His specialist interests include: lumbar and cervical spine degenerative disease causing chronic back and neck pain; spinal cord and nerve root decompression; spinal (nerve root/epidural and facet joint) injection therapy; intervertebral disc disease; inflammatory and infective spinal pathologies; spinal fractures/instability; spondylolisthesis; failed back syndrome and revision surgery; intradural pathology; adult scoliosis/kyphosis and spinal tumours.

Mr Bhatia is also the Clinical Governance Lead for Trauma and Orthopaedics at The Great Western Hospital; and Chair of the Spinal Multidisciplinary Team which convenes regularly to discuss complex cases. Mr Bhatia has a busy spinal practice, but is devoted to his work and helping his patients.

Outside of work, he enjoys playing sport and being with his family. When allowed, he likes watching the snooker and darts!