Mr George Spink

Written by a private patient at Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital

Mr Spink included a partially wrong diagnostic about a serious heart condition that I don't have in the follow up letter from my private consultation. This understandably caused me considerable distress and was untirely avoidable had the information been checked before sending. After multiple calls to his office I was told that Mr Spink wouldn't want to call me to discuss the content of my letter as he had already completed my referral. Better customer service is required to future similar disress to others.

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Written by a NHS patient at Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital

Mr Spink gave me in-depth answers to my questions, to why I am having the problems with my leg/back,following a long consultation.He also showed me my mri scan,and fully explained the results.We discussed the options,which I then received treatment.I have had a further review,and following that have decided to opt for spinal surgery.I am presently waiting for a date for this ,I feel I have been well informed about the surgery,and possible problems.I felt Mr Spink was very caring and professional.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Hull and East Riding Hospital

Clear, unhurried explanation of my physical situation and possible treatments/outcomes.

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Written by a NHS patient at Hull Royal Infirmary

My primary contact is Dr. S. Dorsey, the subject of this review. The first consultation took place on tne First floor of H.R.I. over a year ago. On completion , I asked Dr. Dorsey what she thought the problem might be, and she replied, "I've no idea" . Honesty! I'm impressed. Now, about one year later, I'm discharged back to my G.P. and after all the tests and scans I'm no wiser as to the problem. I think the emphasis on 'pain levels' may affect the results of your questions as I'm sure we all have different perceptions of 'pain levels'. About fifteen years ago I underwent a total right knee replacement operation and was given the usual pain relief, but the operation was not successful leadng to a total revision of two years later. I refused all offers of pain relief. I did not even take a paracetamol!! When I asked Mr. Gibbon why, he told me my body was used to pain. I still do not use any form of pain relief. My fault .... I should have explained that instead of assuming that you would find the problem. Poor communication! More specific questions please. Barry Sharpe

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Written by a NHS patient at Hull Royal Infirmary

George Spink and his team have looked after my wife for several years, and performed 4 operations. He listens carefully and takes plenty of time to explain the problems and options for treatment. This means so much when you are in pain and feeling vulnerable. He has a very pleasant manner and does not show irritation or haste. We are both very pleased indeed that he is caring for her. Thank you

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