Mr Jeremy Read 2018-04-29 Person 5 5 0

Due to late diagnosis, carpal tunnel syndrome in my right wrist was already severe when I had the first operation. After scarring caused a return of symptoms, I had a second one. Both were undertaken on the NHS but neither was done by Mr Read. When I was able to have consultations with him, he suggested he undertake a third and introduce a gel over the excised scarring to prevent another build-up. This he did, under local anaesthetic, almost seven weeks ago and at my post-op session a few days ago I was able to show that some dexterity and strength had already returned. Based on this experience, I'd say that Mr Read's surgical skills are of the highest order and that his ability to listen carefully and understand why a patient seeks time with him, both in consultations and for surgery (I refused a first date for the third operation when he was not available) when a condition is not straightforward. I hope not to need a similar operation on the left wrist but if I do, intend to press for him to be my surgeon.