Mr Matthew Potter 2017-02-18 Person 5 5 0

Following a fairly devastating (at the time) diagnosis of sinus cancer, my wife and I met with Mr Potter whom we understood would be carrying out what is officially known as a maxilla reconstruction with DCIA flap. To those of us not in the trade, that's basically taking away and reconstructing a whole quarter of the face, including the palate. Mr Potter meticulously and patiently explained the entire procedure, what would happen during the long operation, the immediate after effects during recovery, and the eventual result. With kindness and good humour he ensured all our questions were answered and our fears allayed. We suddenly felt optimistic and positive, and knew we were in a very safe pair of hands. The operation has been a total success, and the recovery was straightforward, thanks to both Mr Potter and his associate surgeons, plus the wonderful team at the Blenheim Head and Neck department at The Churchill. Considering the amount of surgery involved, scarring is practically non existent and my appearance is almost as it was before the op - friends simply can't believe I've had all that work carried out. Eating was nearly back to normal within a month and life is exceptionally good. We will never be able to thank Mr Potter enough, similarly all at Blenheim - we are all so incredibly lucky to have that level of skill and commitment through our NHS