Mr Andrew Carrothers

Written by a private patient at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital

After 3 very painful years of poor advice about my hip injury I looked for an orthopaedic surgeon who could, I hoped, be able to give me some help. I found Mr Carrothers ( Carrothers Orthopaedics) via the internet. I made an appointment and went along to see him at the Cambridge Lea hospital. I didn’t need to explain anything as he showed me immediately on his computer screen exactly what was the cause of all the pain. My hip was in very poor condition and he sympathetically explained that to have a replacement hip I would not have the pain that I had been experiencing in every part of my life. I could have my life back. He explained about the Mako robot system that he uses and the fact that it meant I would not have to have a general anaesthetic enabling a much quicker turnaround and speedier mobilisation. He also assured me that his anaesthetist Professor Maroof would be in theatre and would provide me with sedation and the spinal anaesthetic that I needed. 5 weeks ago I had my surgery, and today I visited Mr Carrothers for my check up. I have got better and stronger each day, the swelling has now almost gone, my scar is healing beautifully, I am walking pain free and not using a walking aid at all at home. I am using my physio to get my muscles stronger so that I can do more. I hope to be going out on my bicycle next week, and also driving my car. I told Mr Carrothers today that from our first meeting I had the confidence that he would be able to do as he had told me. I cannot recommend Mr Carrothers and his team highly enough, his positivity, his ability to explain simply, his encouragement, his pleasure when we met and he saw how well I was doing, his approachability , you can ask him any questions that you have, and the fact that just as he said…….I have my life back at 75

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Written by a private patient at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital

I made an appointment to see Mr Carrothers as I had extreme pain in my knee. He suggested a part knee replacement which I then had at the Spire Hospital in Cambridge. I have to say the whole experience was excellent and Mr Carrothers advice and care were exceptional. He took alot of time to check I was aware of the consequences of the operation and what was involved afterwards with regards to following intently the physios advice. The knee is now nearly fully mended and I would not hesitate to recommend Mr Carrothers to others in a similar position, as I said the whole experience was exceptional and I could not speak higher of the care given.

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Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Cambridge

Mr Carrothers came highly recommended to me by a friend. Very quickly diagnosed torn meniscus, confirmed with MRI scan. Advised knee arthroscopy. Great care, so pleased with result, so good to be virtually discomfort free within 3 weeks, as was incredibly painful pre-surgery. Tiny wounds healing well.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital

5 1/2 months in from a robotic left knee replacement I am very surprised by the speed of recovery of the knee - largely with no pain ( since day one ) and no restriction in use. As an active 'hands-on' 77 year old and running several businesses, I was back to work in 2-3 weeks and driving in 6. I am only held back by my 'good' knee which I hope will be similarly replaced later this year. Andrew ( and Dr. Mahroof ) has been totally professional from day one and a pleasure to consult with. My experience so far has been as near to 100% as is possible with such an operation.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital

Very professional explained the whole procedure and possible problems. I had 2 total knee replacements 3 months apart. Be aware it is not an easy recovery and quite painful. Lack of sleep being in my case a major problem. I gave just had my year review and all going well. Mr Carrothers says for all scar tissue to heal properly will take another 6 months or so. It is a long process of healing but I am walking much better than before the operation. Still some discomfort but I keep very active and exercise regularly it certainly helps. Thank you to Mr Carrothers and all the staff involved.

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