Mr Ashish Gupta 2024-02-07 Person 5 5 0

I owe so much to Mr Gupta. After a shock positive FIT test at a routine health assessment, I was lucky enough to find myself referred for colonoscopy with him. I was so nervous and embarrassed prior to my appointment, but Mr Gupta was kind, caring and explained everything before we started. It all went well. In recovery I was quite shocked to hear from Mr Gupta that he found several polyps, one large one. He warned me there and then that I may need major surgery and a possible stoma, but was so supportive and kind and reassuring. Fast forward several weeks, following so many tests and a failed attempt at ESD (by another surgeon), I was quickly referred back to Mr Gupta. Just 4 days later, news came that my polyp was cancerous. I was amazed at my appointment with Mr Gupta, just a day after this news. He had secured my theatre slot, anaesthetist, and supporting registrar for my LAR in 10 days time! Surgery went well, I awoke with a stoma, which was always highly likely. Mr Gupta came by every day of my two week stay in hospital. His concern when I developed ileus was clear to see and I was hugely comforted by his visits and phone calls to check on my progress. He was fantastic with visiting family too - he has a legion of new fans!! Everything came good in the end and I went home and learnt how to adapt to living with an ileostomy. Even after going home Mr Gupta called to check I was OK! I was staggered at his commitment, generosity with his time, and his compassion. He honestly made me feel like his most important patient, even after a long day in theatre! I was lucky not to need chemotherapy and just 17 weeks after this major surgery, I was under the knife once more for my reversal/closure. All went smoothly. I owe my life to Mr Gupta and will forever be indebted to him. He is not only a superb surgeon, but beyond that, an amazing human being. I would recommend him to anybody, without hesitation. Thank-you from the bottom of my heart Mr Gupta and may I also say thanks to Jackie, his PA who is also amazing! Best wishes, Vikki S