Mr Rafid Al-Mahfoudh

Written by a patient at Royal Sussex County Hospital

I can not thank Mr Rafid Al - Mahfoudh enough, I will be forever grateful and apprecitive for all of his care, before, during and following the surgery I received almost 5 months ago. He was very thorough in explaining exactly what the operation involved, and the possible outcomes. I felt completely at ease in his care. Mr Al-Mahfoudh is exceptional is his profession. Words can't convey my thanks. Prior to surgery, I couldn't walk, feel my leg at all, as you can imagine for anyone (I am a 37 year old woman) this was so frightening, not to mention extremely painful. When I met Mr Al-Mahfoudh, extremely warm in his manner and professional, which really gave me confidence before such a huge surgical operation. Following surgery he was kind enough to pay me several visits to check on my recovery progress. I was amazed that immediately I could feel the relief of the pain I had preciously had and I could feel my leg! Within a couple of days I was up and walking and even the nurses and physio staff were amazed at my progress. I continue to have 3-4 monthly checks with Mr Al-Mafoudh. He is always happy to answer any questions and it is so pleasing to see him so happy for me continuing to make such great progress! Thank you so much Rafid, you deserve a medal! Best regards Mrs F

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Written by a patient at Royal Sussex County Hospital

Mr. Al-Mahfoudh is thoughtful, patient and thorough. He could not have been clearer in describing the surgery I was to undergo, the attendant risks and the likely outcomes. I am very pleased with the surgical outcome and indebted to Mr. Al-Mafoudh for his skill and support. Vincent Clark

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Written by a patient at Royal Sussex County Hospital

I have recently had spinal surgery to remove a tumor from inside my spinal column under the very specialised care of Mr. Rafid Al-Mahfoudh. At all times Dr Rafid proved to be professional and caring. He put me as ease and gained my trust on our first time of meeting, which was very important and turned, what could have been an extremely stressful consultation, into a positive and light hearted meeting. He never gave false promises and made me see things in a more positive light. He answered all my questions, however trivial, in a way I could understand. The operation itself went well and the care from Dr Rafid and his team, both during my stay of 8 days in hospital and now as an outpatient has been exceptional. Recovery is still ongoing and will take time but I am improving thanks to Mr. Al-Mahfoudh. I can't praise my highly enough. Many thanks.

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Written by a patient at Princess Royal Hospital

Mr Rafid Al- Mahfoudh is an exceptional Neuro Surgeon. He explained the operation in great detail. He came to visit me on the Saturday morning after the operation, which made me feel well looked after. In theatre I was extremely nervous and he reassured me throughout. My operation was C5/6 & C6/7 Anterior Cervical discectomy & Cage Fusion. I went for the follow up appointment today 18th November and we were both very pleased with the outcome. Once again, he explained what he had done.I will see him again in a few months, to check on my progress. He is a caring man and Consultant and I would trust him completely. I know I am only one of many patients that he has, but he made me feel the only one.

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Written by a patient at Royal Sussex County Hospital

Exceptionally a professional skilled Neuro surgeon,who gets straight on with the job,very pleasant understanding and good bed side manners and listens to your problems,I would highly recommend Dr rafid,I had a double operation with 2 x discs removed in my back,also his clinical Dr Mohammad they work so good as a team..I was home in 3 days and recovering well..would highly recommend..A1

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