Mr James Kirkby-Bott 2023-03-14 Person 5 5 0

I had a great experience. I had a goitre which had grown and was making it uncomfortable for me to breath at times. Mr Kirkby-Bott was so thorough in examination/ investigations and explanations. I found his direct and careful explanation and patience very reassuring. I felt completely informed of my options and felt very confident in his recommendation re the surgery ( partial thyroidectomy). He took the time to explain every question and concern I had, which was incredibly reassuring and eased my anxieties. I had previously been very concerned about the possibility of surgery. Having the surgery for me was the best thing I have done. I felt the difference for me almost immediately, it made the biggest difference to me, my breathing completely normal now and my confidence is no longer affected by having this large goitre. I am extremely happy with the results, the scar is so neat, and 5 months post surgery it has faded a lot, I am so pleased with it. After surgery I had a mild croaky voice for about a week, then totally unrelated to the surgery I got covid which prolonged the croaky voice. Mr Kirkby-Bott had no hesitation in referring me for a consultation with Professor Patel ENT to check my vocal chords when I said I was concerned. This appointment happened very quickly and reassured me that my voice was not damaged by the surgery. My voice is completely normal. I have found Mr Kirkby-Bott to be excellent re any communication, questions or concerns from my first appointment right through surgery and with any follow up since. The best thing about seeing Mr Kirkby-Bott is that I was originally so very anxious about having this surgery but I can say for me, this is the best thing I could of done.