Mr George Spink

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

Mr Spink performed decompression surgery at my L2/L3 vertebrae and additionally decompression and fusion at my L4/L5. At every level he demonstrated exceptional patient care and exhaustive explanations of risk and procedure. He was particularly cognisant of a small possibility of post operative atrial fibrillation which was completely avoided. Despite fairly major surgery I was operated on and home again within 24 hours. He exuded both care and confidence at every level. Highly recommended, he is a credit to his profession and the NHS.

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

It took me twenty years of pain and one year of deliberation to make a decision on having PLIF surgery, largely because I understood that my sciatica was not life-threatening and opting for this procedure would be a lifestyle choice not without its risks. Mr Spink was very careful to point this out to me and to recommend that I take some time to make sure this was what I wanted before I made my decision. All the risks, and potential limitations of complete success were explained fully and patiently and Mr Spink always made me feel that I was in control of the situation. Once the decision was made, the process was smooth, efficient and timely. I knew I was in good hands and the rest of his team clearly knew that too. All staff involved were friendly, knowledgeable and confident which made me feel very positive. Mr Spink comes into his own in theatre, and I only wish I could have been awake long enough to appreciate it fully! I was kept warm and comfortable before surgery, I even got to choose my own music (Harry Styles was most uplifting!) That was six weeks ago now. The surgery was a complete success - I have NO sciatic pain! I am taking no pain relief medication. Aftercare has been excellent. I was walking the following morning, physiotherapy began immediately, clips came out after one week, walking 3-5 miles daily and dancing around the house after one week, swimming after five weeks - what could be better? I went into the operation feeling very strong and fit despite the sciatic pain. Since the operation I have been building that back up gradually but I honestly feel like I could go back onto the squash court any day, though both Mr Spink and my physiotherapist are reigning in my enthusiasm on that one. It is true that now I wish I had done this years ago, but I believe I was right in trying every alternative first, after all it is a bold step to take. The years of managing the pain, and doing my utmost to be as fit as possible to help with that, has had its benefits (unfortunately the steroid injections, nerve blockers, traction, acupuncture and endless trips to various physiotherapists have not!). Mr Spink is expecting to never see me again, we are both confident with what he has achieved. However, his reassurance also included a quick route back to him if it should ever be needed. He says he would have done this surgery on me in 10 or more years time when I am old, had I needed to deliberate for longer. At seventy, he counts me as young, that's a stretch in anybody's view, though I certainly feel that I am now! I have had an active busy working and family life and now I have a busy, active and fulfilling life in retirement. Thank you Mr Spink!

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at Hull Royal Infirmary

Mr. Spink is in seven words a ( typical right person for the right place ) Mohamed Ghula one of luckiest clinical attachee who supervised by Mr.Spink

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

I would recommend Dr Spinks to any patient who requires back surgery. Excellent care and very professional manner, he corrected my disc problem and has left me virtually pain free and given me my life back after 8 months of severe pain. He fully explained the procedure and what to expect which put my mind at rest. I’m now back spending time with my family and in the swimming pool and exercising again.

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Written by a NHS patient at Hull Royal Infirmary

I recently had P.L.I.F. procedure carried out by Mr Spink at Hull Royal Infirmary. I cannot sing the praises of Mr Spink highly enough. Likewise that of his surgical team and also the nurses involved with my aftercare on both the initial recovery ward and also ward 4. From my first consultation with Mr Spink a couple of years ago, my two following meetings pre-operation and my follow up consultation six weeks post, he has always come across as a caring, considerate, helpful and confident professional. Each consultation has been relaxed and he has never made me feel rushed. Pre operation he took the time to explain in layman's terms the diagnosis and suggested procedure which I greatly appreciated. I would have no hesitation in recommending him and indeed have already done so.

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