Mr Mo Akmal MD FRCS

Written by a patient at The Harley Street Hospital

I had pain in my back for over a year and at 46 with 3 young children it had become a real problem, the pain had become so bad I could barely walk round the block without stopping several times. It was affecting my daily mood as aside from the pain, I just couldn’t do what I wanted to do with the children. I had tried 3 cortisone injections without success and a repeat MRI showed the bulged disc had got worse not better leaving a very narrow canal for the nerves. I was told surgery (Microdiscectomy) was the only option and was recommended to Mo Akmal and his team as during the covid-19 pandemic options were limited but because he is able to perform this type of surgery as day surgery it could be done., and my case was becoming urgent ‘Back surgery’ seems to create an issue in peoples’ minds with an assumption that it can lead to months of difficult recovery, risk, uncertain outcomes and other concerns. Even my wife asked if I really felt it was necessary but for me, I knew I had no choice with constant 8/10 pain affecting my daily life. The fact that Mo and the team made it seem so easy is the first thing I would say. It felt like a minor procedure rather than surgery and that is important! When my healthcare provider authorised the surgery they said it was a 3 days hospital stay but I assured them that it was a day procedure as Mo had explained to me and sure enough, I arrived at 8am and left at 4p.m, picked up by my wife. The hospital is relaxing and clean, the staff were helpful and attentive, but the important bit is I was walking pain free 90 minutes after surgery, I dressed myself and went home, I was able to sleep normally and walk round the house from the time I got home, and was doing short walks within days. I was 100% pain free instantly and still am following my 6-week check and life is pretty much back to normal, just taking care for another 6 weeks or so with too much bending and twisting. I cannot recommend Mo and his team highly enough. He has changed my life in a day and I’m eternally grateful”

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A very good experience from beginning to end. Staff are friendly and welcoming. The hospital is spotlessly clean. Mr Akmal explained my issue and gave an option of treatments. The operating team were first class and my ever attentive nurse Mila put me at ease. I would highly recommend the London Spine Clinic for treatment, absolutely faultless throughout

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Written by a patient at The Harley Street Hospital

Following 3 months of excruciating sciatic pain Mr Mo Akmal performed a discectomy/decompression procedure. The result was instantaneous, relief from pain and my mobility restored within a couple of hours. Although there are risks with any surgical procedure, I considered these risks minimal. The keyhole surgery has allowed rapid rehabilitation and the results have been far beyond my expectations. Thank you Mr Akmal and your surgical team at the London Spine unit for restoring my life.

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Written by a patient at The Harley Street Hospital

Great Experience at the London Spine Unit I had a disc bulge (L3-L4/, L4-L5) about 5 years ago and had to do spinal decompression using the IDD machine at least twice a year in both the US and UK respectively. This was helpful but didn’t completely eliminate the pain. I walked up to the London Spine Unit at the Harley Street Hospital where I met Dr Mo Akmal and that marked a turning point in my lumbar back episode. He introduced me to a novel technique- Laser Discectomy- a laser disc surgery. Dr. Akmal is the most professional, erudite and humane Doctor I’ve met in recent times. His confidence, care and compassion boosted my moral. Dr Akmal emits positive energy and looks at bright side of life. These virtues facilitated my decision to carry on with the procedure. In less than 45 minutes on my scheduled date I was done. All phobia gone. No pains, no relapse. I’m up & confident again leading my life with joy. Kudos to Dr Akmal and the great team at the London Spine Unit. I have no reservations whatsoever in recommending anyone or family that requires this treatment as they stand to benefit greatly.

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Written by a patient at The Harley Street Hospital

I went to see dr Akmal as the pain in my back became unbearable. I am a 51 year old and fit enough to play golf 5 days a week prior to the pain in my back. For the past 6 months I could barely walk 100 yds without sitting down. When I arrived for my surgery I could not walk 50 yards without a rest. After a few hours and surgery to my L2/L3, L3/L4 and L4/L5 in very comfortable surroundings and very courtious/caring staff I was able to walk out pain free apart from the obvious dull ache where the surgery had taken place. I would 100% recommend Dr Akmal and his team at the Harley street hospital, Fantastic!

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