Mr Saladin Sawan

Mr Saladin Sawan 2021-05-26 Person 5 5 0

I underwent robotic surgery for quite advanced cancer of the womb in November 2020. My surgeon was Mr Saladin Sawan. Before the operation took place he took the time and trouble to explain in detail what would be involved. His manner whilst doing so was totally honest and at the same time very considerate. This inspired me to have great trust in him, which made the whole experience much easier. I know there are no guarantees that cancer will not return (especially at my age), but I feel I was very fortunate to have had this brilliant and very kind surgeon in charge of my treatment. Whatever happens in the future I am extremely grateful for the work he did to help me and I consider myself very lucky indeed to get this chance of recovery which his skill has undoubtedly afforded me. I intend to use this gift of some extra time on earth, which he and the whole team of people involved in my care have (hopefully) given me, to make any small difference I can to the quality of the lives of those many, many humans who are less fortunate than I am. P.S. Can I also be a little bit selfish and hope for some good things to lie ahead in my own life too,

Mr Saladin Sawan 2020-03-06 Person 5 5 0

I was suddenly diagnosed with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer and I met Mr Sawan whilst I was having a series of Chemotherapy, in preparation for a suggested operation. In no way was I told what to think or do, I was given the facts, a complete Hysterectomy and Debulking and the percentage possible out comes and was then asked how I felt about it.We talked about my age and the need for a High Dependency Bed, Post Op and he explained how this could delay proceedings which indeed it did a number of times. I was however prepared . Whilst in Hospital I was seen by Mr. Sawan and his team regularly every morning.They were always warm and morale boosting. no details were missed and he was always keen to hear from me with my thoughts and opinions

Mr Saladin Sawan 2018-08-16 Person 5 5 0

As a family we could not praise Mr.Sawan enough in the care he has given to our relative. He is truly excellent in patient care and it is evident to see that he is a great surgeon, he listened to our worries and was always open and honest. I hope he continues to work at James Cook University Hospital for many years and as a family we feel we definitely had the best!