Mr Shaun Appleton

Written by a private patient at The Chiltern Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Went to see Dr Sean after a crazy few months of being in and out of hospital since April like it has become my 2nd home :S From the off, he was amazing, considerate, caring and professional. I walked in and I was out of breath and dehydrated, and before we even began he asked me if I wanted a cup of water. I've never been treated like this by any doctor. He made sure I was ok from a human/caring perspective first. To me this shows he is a kind, compassionate/empathetic human being and these are attributes that we are losing in humanity/the world. He took the time to understand my symptoms, as I've had quite a few things happen to me since April this year and asked me questions to get to the root cause. He then provided me my options and made me feel like I was in control. Too many times I have been in hospital and made to feel stupid about the decisions I have chosen to take, JUST because it went against the doctor's advice/wishes. I wish doctors were all like Sean and took a page from his book on how to treat/talk to people/patients. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Sean. He is the kind of person you just want to be around all the time and is a trustworthy/honest person and a very caring individual. Thank you Dr Sean for the consultation and your approach. It has been a memorable experience for me and will has given me hope and respect for doctors out there, knowing that there ARE some good Doctors who don't have a chip on their shoulder or arrogance and actually are humble. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Asif

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Written by a private patient at The Chiltern Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I have to tell you that Shaun Appleton is the absolute best. Having received different information from another consultant, I decided to go ahead after seeing Dr Appleton and his service was unbelievable. He phoned my next of kin straight after surgery, he made a follow-up call on the weekend (himself) and the surgery itself has been unbelievable. The scar has almost disappeared after just 4 weeks and I am back to full activity after quite a substantial hernia repair. I cannot recommend this surgeon highly enough!!!

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Written by a private patient at The Shelburne Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

This is my second visit to see Shaun Appleton to have on two separate occasions repair of inguinal hernias one in February 2022 and one yesterday 21st July. I have every confidence in him and his team. From the initial consultation with him I found him to be very professional, understanding and courteous towards me. I felt reassured after our consultations that my problems would be sorted with the utmost professionalism. I elected to have both surgeries undertaken at the Shelburne Hospital, High Wycombe and whilst in their care I was also treated with the utmost respect and professionalism. I would highly recommend both Mr Shaun Appleton and The Shelburne Hospital to anyone with any doubts about a consultant or hospital stay. I am overjoyed with my experiences and care throughout.

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Written by a private patient at The Chiltern Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Having suffered with a hiatus hernia/ GORD for 30+ years and taking alot of medication to keep my systems under control, it was time to get treated once and for all. From the moment I met Mr Appleton, he assured me that having a hiatus hernia repair would be the best thing for me with immediate results. Following surgery, I had a sloppy diet for a couple of weeks but now, 4 weeks following surgery, I feel great with no acid reflux! I am off my medication and I am eating all my previous trigger foods. The five key hole incisions are healing nicely and I am getting back into exercise. The only contraindications I currently have is having to eat smaller mouthfuls of food at any one time as well as a bit of shoulder pain, which will alleviate in time. Eating too much in one go will cause a blockage at the surgical point which is rather uncomfortable but will pass but a reminder to eat slightly less and more slowly. There has been hardly any pain which was a very pleasant surprise along with slight weight loss. Mr Appleton has been with me from start to end of this journey and I have no hesitation in recommending him if you need this surgery. Please don't suffer with acid reflux unnecessarily.

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Written by a private patient at The Shelburne Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I have waited 4 months to review my surgery by Mr Shaun Appleton on 2 September 2021 as I thought it better to see how I felt after a prolonged period. A rare technically challenging hernia procedure. It is a bit like reviewing a Rolls Royce. A smooth and an elegant experience as surgery possibly can be from beginning-to-end. Mr Appleton has a brisk efficient, but very patient-centric bedside manner. His secretary, Jo Bolton and the BMI Shelburne team were outstanding in support. All of this was in the darker days of Covid, and I did not encounter another patient or member of the public from beginning to end. I was in at 7.30 am and comfortably at home in the early evening. I have no suggestions for improvement. Good support pack of clear information helped toward a smooth recovery.

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