Mr Simon Cudlip

Written by a NHS patient at The John Radcliffe

Carried an calming air, with complete competence in his field. His voice, it’s tone and language allowed complete confidence in the procedure. No question was of insignificance. Just totally a wonderful man.

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Written by a NHS patient at The John Radcliffe

From the first moment my partner and I met Mr Cudlip, we both felt completely confident that my regrown pituitary tumour would be handled with sensitivity and great expertise. After over six years of careful monitoring, I finally underwent the operation on October 4th 2021. During all the previous telephone conversations (because Covid prevented face-to-face meetings) Mr Cudlip had listened intently to my usual long list of questions and done his very best to answer them fully. I never went away from any conversation feeling dissatisfied with the answers I had been given. Because of my age (86), Mr. Cudlip decided - to minimise the risk - that he would slightly alter the operation that I might have been given earlier. This all made perfect sense to me. During my hospital stay (where everyone we met was so kind and helpful) Mr Cudlip visited me regularly - on one occasion even playing me some music written by his very talented daughter (whom we wish every success in her chosen career). He even visited the morning of the operation and I felt perfectly safe with the looming procedure in his very capable hands. Afterwards he came to tell us that everything had gone smoothly and he had been able to remove more than he had hoped. The best thing I think my partner and I can say is that Mr Cudlip comes over as being totally 'human', unlike some pompous surgeons that we have met! We both felt, throughout, that here was a person who really cared about each patient and was willing to give his precious time listening to all their doubts, worries and lighter subjects too. We really do not think there is any reason for changing at all. Just, please keep up the good work and thank you for everything, from the bottom of our hearts.

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Written by a NHS patient at The John Radcliffe

I felt total trust in Dr Cudlip and his wonderful team despite it being the first time I have had surgery .

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Written by a NHS patient at The John Radcliffe

Mr Cudlip has always been incredibly caring and supportive. He listens carefully to our concerns and acts upon them efficiently. We are always very grateful to him for all that he does.

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Written by a NHS patient at The Churchill

This is more a reflection on all that I experienced on my recent visit to the Churchill and mirrors an E Mail I had sent following a previous visit in May 2020. Before I actually met with Mr Cudlip I had already had a very comprehensive telephone discussion with Dr Pal. On arrival at the Churchill I was met by a very professional young nurse who carried out a number of procedures and constantly kept me updated on what was happening and why and dealt with all my queries. I had a long discussion with a Doctor who asked a number of pertinent questions but more particularly gave me a thorough overview of the position and role of the pituitary gland and the impact that my tumour was having. The review with Mr Cudlip was concise and at no time did I feel I was being talked down to. The use of MRI screenshots was excellent and again helped me see the reality of the medical issues. The explanations of the medical procedures, the risks and benefits and the reasons why an early intervention was advisable all were all clearly expressed and helped me make an informed decision. Knowledge helps dispel fear, although I may be apprehensive about surgery I came away from the Churchill knowing that this was a Team of professional people that I could trust and I would be in good hands.

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