Mr Rodney Laing 2023-09-06 Person 5 5 0

I had worsening neuropathic pain in my right arm and both legs. In April I saw an ortho-spinal surgeon who offered me 2 operations; 1) Anterior discectomy, decompression and fusion ( including bone grafting)- cervical ( region 1 or 2 levels). 2) Primary posterior fusion decompression, discectomy lumbar region (1 or 2 levels). 2 weeks before operation no.1, I sought a second opinion from Mr. Laing. From my first consultation and post op follow-ups I have found Mr Laing to be professional, friendly, precise and clear. Mr Laing listened and helped me understand my MRI report. He told me the MRI of my neck is essentially normal, the MRI of my lumbar spine reveals narrowing of the spinal canal between L4 and 5. In May Mr Laing performed a minimal invasive decompression L4/5 operation on me. The surgery was successful and immediately post operatively I had no pain, all my pre op symptoms had disappeared. My recovery has been going well and 3 months later I am without pain and symptoms, even the weakness and pain in my right arm is gone! I have regained my life ( playing sports, walking, cycling and travelling). Annie (PA to Mr Laing) was very friendly and helpful in arranging all consultations and hospital admission, thank you Annie. I cannot recommend Mr Laing highly enough. Very glad I sought a second opinion from Mr Laing.