Mr Shaun Appleton

at Wycombe Hospital

I am grateful to Mr. Shaun Appleton for performing splenectomy on my husband. The surgery itself was dangerous, as well as the post-operative period (about the first three weeks) because of my husband’s underlying medical condition and corresponding spleen’s weight, which was approximately 7lb. Although the advice, from another consulting team, was to abandon the whole idea, after meeting Mr. Appleton I felt that the risk was definitely worth taking, and I was not wrong. He is also incredibly patient-centered. To me, this surgeon will always be my hero. Ewa Carlton

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

Mr. Appleton saw me after I consulted him following confusion and dissatisfaction with others at another hospital. He was actively listening and had read the chronology I sent him in advance and asked questions about it. He was logical, caring and considerate as he explained his thinking and rationale. He explained the risks of the different types of surgery that may unfold, he was honest about the outlook following surgery for me and was not time bound in the discussion. We agreed that a gall bladder removal would be the most effective approach. This was rapidly booked by his more than competent Secretary. The admission and care were exemplary at the Shelburne Hospital and the Anaesthetist was as professional, caring and competent as the Surgeon. The whole process was smooth and polished, the consent was fully explained and all questions were answered fully. The procedure was done through Keyhole surgery and I was discharged same day clutching my stones (as per my request) with no doubt about pain management or the effects of Codeine on my digestive system. I was also discharged with Codeine and a Laxative to combat the effects of the Codeine. Post operatively, Mr. Appleton called me personally and left a message checking how was, as I could not get to my phone in time to answer. The procedure solved my problem, completely. On follow up, Mr. Appleton was engaged to the point of asking me what my experience of the whole process had been like, given the issues I had faced prior to being put under his care. A very nice point. He was delighted that I was so completely recovered as there was a suspicion that the gallbladder may not have been the only culprit. I would recommend Mr. Appleton without any hesitation.

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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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