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Mr MN Bittar
2021-01-12
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12th January 2021
After a few years of complaining of shortage of breath during walking I was sent by my GP for tests resulting in the need for triple heart bypass surgery and was referred to Professor Bittar for the surgery.
As anyone can imagine it was a very concerning if not frightening time for me as I was naturally concerned of the outcome.
The Covid 19 situation also added to my fears and obviously caused a temporary delay.
However Professor Bittars secretary kept me informed of the situation during my wait and was very comforting in her nature.
The Professor rang me also and reassured me of the situation and in fact had a very calming influence.
He came to see me on the morning of the operation to make sure I understood the surgery.
This is the man I am sure I owe my life to and Professor Bittar and his team where excellent in their care and understanding and not forgetting their professionalism which is second to none.
From going in to Blackpool to coming out of Blackpool Cardiac centre I was treated with extreme care and attention and dignity.
I am extremely grateful to the professor and his team.
I have nothing but praise for him and his team.
Mr MN Bittar
2021-01-05
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5th January 2021
Professor Bittar removed a section of my right lung that set me back on the road to good health. He spoke to me before the surgery, the day after and then again as a follow up a few months later: this wasn’t his secretary, it was him. He clearly cares and acts with professionalism and integrity. I will always be grateful. Thank you sir.
Mr MN Bittar
2020-11-26
Person
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26th November 2020
Prof. Bittar carried out a VATS wedge resection of my lung to remove some small nodules. When I first met Prof. Bittar he was very approachable and inspiring and explained the procedure. This was my third surgery with him, and I always feel very safe in his hands, and those of his surgical team at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. I was out of hospital only 4 days post surgery, very little pain or scarring, and able to resume my normal lifestyle very quickly. My greatest thanks to Prof. Bittar and his team. Also to the team on Ward 38, who are still amazing even during the extra pressures of the COVID pandemic.
Mr MN Bittar
2020-11-23
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23rd November 2020
I have nothing but praise for Professor Bittar and his team thank you for everything
Mr MN Bittar
2020-10-30
Person
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5
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30th October 2020
It’s very difficult to know where to start this review as I feel I owe this man and his team my life.
After getting over the shock with being diagnosed with lung cancer the care and compassion was second to none.
On the day of my operation everything was explained to me and was really put at ease. On waking up after it had been done I only remember the professor trying to calm me down as I was really struggling with my breathing and my pain.
The after care I have been shown has been brilliant as well.
Thank you professor Bittar for all you did for me and to the wonderful nurses on ward 38 at Blackpool hospital.
Profile
I am a cardiothoracic surgeon, my practice is mixed. In cardiac surgery I have a special interest in aortic surgery, minimally invasive aortic surgery, I also perform the general cardiac operations ( CABG, OPCAB and valve surgery). In thoracic surgery, I deal with chest wall, lung, pleural and mediastinal surgical diseases. I have special interest in the minimally invasive approach (video assisted thoracoscopic procedures-VATS lobectomy) and fractured ribs fixation.
I am interested in research; my qualification is a Medical Doctorate M.D. from Manchester University in 2007. My thesis was based on inflammatory response to the use of cardiopulmonary bypass in patients undergoing cardiac surgery. This response was linked to certain genotypes of a certain polymorphisms.
My current affiliation is with the University of Salford, I am collaborating with researchers studying the myocardial cell dysfunction, the inflammatory response and its effect on the conduits that used in cardiac surgery.Recently I was appointed as a professor (Hon)@ the University of Salford.