Mr Michael Mokawem 2020-09-22 Person 5 5 0

My daughter was diagnosed with scoliosis at our local hospital. We had private medical insurance and therefore we looked to find a consultant that could help our daughter. I read many consultants resume, but Mr Mokawem's was very informative and listed his medical achievements, this gave me the confidence to arrange an appointment. Based on what I had read we arranged the initial consultation. Mr Mokawem had seen the X-ray from our local hospital and then did an examination of our daughter and confirmed she has what was known as idiopathic scoliosis, and what this meant. Explained that due to the severe curve, a brace wouldn't correct it, it could get worse, and the only way to correct it was to have surgery. If we didn't have the surgery then the curve would more than likely get worse. As a family we was told the next step, which was getting an MRI to check that it was only the idiopathic scoliosis and then go from there. At every visit and x-ray going forward Mr Mokawem would update us with the progression of the curve and after trying a brace to help slow or maintain the curve. We came to the decision that my daughter would like to have the surgery. Mr Mokawem in depth told us of all the risks that are involved with surgery and the recovery period. Mr Mokawem has a very calming manner and I never felt rushed or that my time was up. Always answered any questions and I generally felt that we have made the right decision in appointing Mr Mokawem as our consultant. All communication via email or phone with his private practice manager was excellent too.