Mr Philip Turton

Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Leeds

I had a consultation with a different BUPA recognised consultant but was unhappy about the consultation process. I did further research primarily influenced by the reviews of this site snd absolutely I cannot recommend Mr Turton highly enough. Approachable, sensitive, receptive and complete professionalism and with an equally supportive and sensitive breast care nursing team (duo)! At the time of my operation - pre operative status Mr Turton came to see me. He listened again and said the words “ … I hear you.” I feel extremely lucky to have been accepted in to his care and the result is beyond anything I expected - I would say listening is much deeper than hearing - thank you so much.

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Written by a NHS patient at St James's University Hospital

I saw Mr Turton in desperation after discovering that an implant put in after a mastectomy 15years previously had ruptured and would have to be removed or replaced. I had not been told then it had a lifespan of 10 years and should have been checked much sooner. I discovered the problem myself after seeing news reports of substandard implants being used in Europe and asked my GP to look into it. On having an ultrasound scan I discovered that the implant had burst but was encapsulated by my own tissue so had not got into my system luckily. I was terrified as 20 years before the consultant who performed my original mastectomy and reconstruction, had not given antibiotics or dealt with the immediate infection which took hold. And although pleading for help, I saw only junior doctors who cut away infected skin until a hole appeared, the implant became visible and in desperation I had to seek urgent help from a private consultant. I was rushed into St James but I refused to allow the original consultant to touch me. The whole mess on my left side was removed by a respected plastic surgeon and I was left with a collapsed flap of skin . It was all such a shock and I was almost suicidal. That plastic surgeon left the NHS and referred me to Bradford Royal where after a lengthy process using an expander another plastic surgeon put in another implant but afterwards told us that it was too small as the size needed had not been available on the shelf! I could not bear to look at myself in the mirror or allow anyone to see me uncovered. I was then referred to a female consultant in Wakefield who said she could do nothing with the too small implant as the skin around the cut away area was too thin and I would have to live with it. However she lifted the right breast so it was more in line. But it was so ugly and I had to wear padding to look normally aligned. All this took another 4 years then I was left in this condition for 15 yrs until the rupture meant I saw Mr Turton. I was very scared after all my previous experiences but he completely grasped the situation and made me feel at last that someone understood what I had been through. After being traumatised and psychologically so badly affected he was reassuring, kind and positive and said I should not have been left in the condition I was and he could improve matters whilst removing the ruptured implant. I opted not to have a very major procedure involving a different specialist consultant and asked Mr Turton to do whatever he could with a new implant and reduce and lift the right side as he saw fit. Now 6 months later,for the first time in 20 years I feel almost normal. The implant isn't a perfect shape as there wasn't enough skin to work with but both sides have settled down to a better matching shape than I would probably have seen at my age naturally! And I wear normal underwear, clothes and swim without embarrassment. I cannot praise Mr Turton enough for using his wonderful skills and the help he gave me without being patronising, nothing but gentle care, understanding and kindness. He said jokingly, not to be worried as he could do the procedures in his sleep he had done so many. And I believe he probably could! I only wish I had met him 20 years ago and I would not have had to go through all that happened. Thankyou Mr Turton. I really cannot praise you enough and would recommend your care to anyone needing help.

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Written by a NHS patient at St James's University Hospital

I've given 5 stars for Dr Turton, if i could I'd give 10! I spent 3 months under Dr Turton's care for breast cancer. He was consistently informative, caring & considerate. I always felt reassured and completely safe under his care. Every appointment ran to schedule, professional bedside manner and most importantly made me feel like I mattered and would get through my treatments, which I have and I can't thank him and his amazing team at St James's more!!

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Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Leeds

I have always wanted breast surgery since I was a teenager! Ive never happy with the size of my breasts and always tried to hide them. It really affected my confidence with what I could wear throughout all my life. But I’ve always been too scared to do anything about it - I thought my doctor would think I’m daft and also the pain had always worried me and the concern of going through with an operation I didn’t need for life saving reasons. However, I decided a year ago that I was going to enquire to look at my options. And Ive never looked back. I saw Mr Turton and he listened to what I wanted. He also explained the whole procedure and even gave me photo of what my breasts would look like after surgery. I made a very quick decision and went for it. The care you receive is great - Geri the nurse who was assigned to me was so helpful and informative and lovely. The anaesthetist on the day knew how nervous i was and he was so considerate of this. His nice words were the last words I heard before I woke up with new breasts. And it felt like no time at all. I woke up with no pain whatsoever. I stayed in the Nuffield Overnight and I had a nurse check on me every hour. The care snd support was second to none. Mr Turton was so reassuring that all had gone well with lots of advice and Information for after care at home. I am now 5 months post surgery and I can honestly say that it’s the best thing Ive ever done. I have the breasts I’ve always wanted! My initial fears of the pain and feeling daft were not needed as I’ve not had any pain and I’ve never been made to feel daft ever. My only wish is that I’d done this years ago. It has changed my life. Im currently on holiday and able to wear swimwear and clothes that Ive never been able to wear before. It’s given me a huge new boost of confidence. I cannot recommend Mr Turton and his team highly enough.

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Written by a private patient at Nuffield Hospital Leeds

I can’t thank Mr Turton and his team enough for their care and understanding. Mr Turton showed compassion and gave me an in-depth explanation of the procedure. Everything from my first email to my last follow up was professional and personal. The results were fantastic and Mr Turton goes the extra mile to make sure he did his best for me .

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