Mr Mohamed Mabrouk 2020-04-09 Person 5 5 0

I strongly recommend Mr Mabrouk, for the two most important things you want in a doctor: 1. A compassionate and thorough approach to the care of patients, and 2. Top-notch expertise and skill. I was diagnosed with a 9cm ovarian cyst that had twisted, which needed to be removed urgently. I had a history of two Caesarean-sections and a horrific uterine rupture. Because of the large size of the cyst, and the likely scarring and adhesion from previous trauma, I was told categorically, by another gynaecologist, that I needed to have open surgery. I ended up having a successful keyhole procedure with Mr Mabrouk. I know nothing about his field, but I get the impression that he is renowned for his skill in laparoscopic surgery (two other doctors told me this on separate occasions). My recovery from the operation was nothing short of miraculous, especially compared to the consistently terrible experiences I’ve had in the past. My recovery was also a lot better than that of an acquaintance who was operated by a different doctor, even though she had a less complicated version of my procedure. I suffered very little discomfort and was almost back to normal after two weeks. So, I lucked out on having been treated by such a brilliant surgeon. It is noteworthy that whilst Mr Mabrouk felt that laparoscopy was feasible in my case, he was very focused on my safety and was careful not to over-promise. Before the operation, he explained to me that he could not be sure what procedure I would end up having, until he had inserted a camera through a small incision and was able to assess which was the safest way to remove the cyst. To cover any contingencies, he was assisted in the theatre by Mr Gerald Hackett, who is another great doctor. Lastly, I am touched by how Mr Mabrouk took the time to check on me after the operation, to make sure I was ok and to answer my questions about after care, etc. This is after the Covid-19 crisis had set off, so he was even busier than normal. In case you wondered, this was not because I went through the private healthcare route. I can say this because I had private treatments in the past, and Mr Mabrouk and Mr Hackett really stood out in their communications and attitude. So, Mr Mabrouk is five stars out of five for everything you wish to find in your doctor.