Mr Humayun Ayub Khan

Written by a private patient at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Although Mr Khan is without a doubt is a very nice man and he explained the procedure (abdominoplasty) when I first began my surgical journey in-depth . Much more so than previous surgeons I had seen .I was impressed by the amount of time he took explaining the procedure and all the pictures he showed me etc and I went ahead with the surgery . Within a week I had a complication which they gave me one ultrasound for and that was to be the end of it . I returned and emailed several times regarding the horrendous pain I have now in my upper abdomen resulting from this complication , including a meeting with his boss Gary Ross which went terribly and I was in fact blamed for the pain in any way Mr Ross could think of . I left that day in tears , probably about six months post surgery with this god awful pain I have been left with . Fast forward to the twelve month mark of my surgery , nothing has improved and the pain is ALWAYS there . It affects everyday of my life , from going to the toilet to the clothes I wear . Even clothes hurt my abdomen . Currently I have scans to be had and such like on the NHS since I was refused help by this team and although this surgery was private , I am not in the position to fund further private treatment - and they know this . I am hoping to find out what happened at the site of pain so I can move forward with how to approach sorting it out . The operation itself looks ok if I stand up perfectly straight and arch my back slightly , if I stand normally I still have some of my baby belly left there saggy which is distressing to see as I wanted it all gone . My body shape has changed massively since the surgery , although I had an abdominoplasty I don’t look any thinner , I don’t have a flat tummy unless I make it look so , I still have no confidence because there is still loose skin there and I have been left with severe permanent daily pain which impedes on my life . I need scar revision surgery without a doubt , but it really is not made clear that any further corrections that may be needed or tests for anything that may be a problem will be funded by yourself . So please bear in mind the cost of this surgery is not a one cost thing . If you need ANY further work doing to obtain the result you were hoping for but , did not get , then you need to have the money to support this . Otherwise you will , like me , have paid a large sum of money for a result you are not happy with and I assure you , you will not get anywhere when you go back . This surgery should be thought long and hard about , you should explore ALL potential costs and they should be made clear to you BEFORE the surgery . And you really need to have back up cash to pay for any tests you made need should a complication arise or like me you will be relying on the NHS to sort out what you can’t afford to fix through no fault of your own . Buyer beware , do your research , read all the small print . Do not expect a miracle, especially if you needed one like I did . When you go for your check ups , stand normally , don’t arch your back or stretch up . Stand as you normally would so any loose skin can be seen . I cannot cast aspersions on this surgeon as a person because he really is a nice person , but surgically as part of a team with Gary Ross , I would not have gone ahead with the surgery had I known I would be left in such severe pain , unhappy with my results and the way I was treated when I asked for help . Please make sure you are aware you need more money than the cost of this surgery and having such a major surgery could either make you feel worse , not be what you expected or change your life forever and not the way you wanted . Research and knowledge are your friend . Read your rights before you go through with anything , understand what aftercare you will receive should anything be wrong afterwards . If you struggle at all mentally , get help with reading through everything because these things really are not made clear enough as far as I’m concerned . I cannot fault the Alexandra in any way shape or form , the care I received before and after at this hospital was excellent and if you decide to have ANY surgery not just what I had , I do recommend having it at this particular hospital . The staff were just amazing .

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Written by a private patient at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I did a lot of research for my Tummy Tuck, I looked at surgeons nationwide and I even looked at the ‘celebrity’s’ clinic in Turkey. I looked at Mr Khans clinic and decided to contact them. After my initial meeting with Mr Khan I knew I had made the right choice. I had wanted this surgery for many years following 3 pregnancies resulting in 3 x C-Sections, it was a life long dream and Mr Khan understood this fully. He instinctively knew the look I was trying to achieve and he was honest and realistic about the result’s obtainable and he explained everything. I have had dentistry work and surgery in India in the past and I needed aftercare but due to the distance I couldn’t go, this was one of the reasons for staying in the UK for my Tummy Tuck. After the surgery I did develop some issues, typical of me, and the aftercare service I received was phenomenal! I was given high tech equipment and I was seen in clinic every few days until I was fully recovered. This service is invaluable and I am so grateful I didn’t go overseas. The clinic itself, including the wards and the theatre are clean, modern and welcoming. Even the car parking is easy to use! Mr Khan and his team have changed my life. My dream has come true and I have a wonderful long awaited tummy and perfect shape. My husband, children and family have noticed the lift this has had to my spirits. I am more active and I enjoy more outdoor activities and I also love being able to wear whatever clothes I like and not be disappointed with my reflection! I cannot thank them enough for what they have given me and I will be forever grateful. Keep up the good work xx

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Written by a private patient at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

The consultation was very in depth, there was no pressure to have surgery as a self paying patient as the option to be treated on the NHS was also possible. I had confidence in the Doctor who explained clearly what he would do and drew out the area to be treated leaving you no doubts what would be done. I was also able to speak with one of his colleagues about the treatment again no pressure or time to think things over if needed, you did not feel rushed at any time with the appointment, helping you feel relaxed about it all Later that day I received an email from the Doctor which summarized the discussion we had during the consultation on all aspects. As a result I have no doubts about going ahead with the surgery.

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Written by a private patient at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Excellent job from my consultation to recovery , very centered approach , nice man , thanks for the new me .Am very happy with my new body,

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Written by a private patient at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I found Mr Ayub Khan very attentive and listened very carefully to my concerns. He then proceeded to explain possible treatment options in clear and fully understandable language. Any medical terminology that I was uncertain about was explained in more layman’s terms so that I had full knowledge of what each option would mean for me. Overall I felt able to choose the option best suited for me.

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