Mr Simon Smith

Written by a NHS patient at Broomfield Hospital

What a wonderful reassuring surgeon Simon Smith is. I was diagnosed in March 2023 with Primary Hyperparathyroidism. This followed a fall when I broke my elbow in July 2021. Following Dexa scans, uptake scans it was discovered I had a possible left parathyroid adenoma. My calcium levels were extremely high. An urgent referral was made to Simon Smith and his team to consult about possible surgery. I was terrified. My initial appointment with Simon was in January 2024 when he explained everything to me regarding my scans and ongoing treatment that was to follow. He suggested surgery as the adenoma was deemed to be quite large. I absorbed all the information given to me, went home, spoke to my family and explained the conversation I had with Simon. I had further blood tests which showed my Vitamin D level to be dangerously low therefore he decided to postpone surgery until my levels went up. Following his advice I started taking Vitamin D and my levels were good enough for surgery to take place on Wednesday March 6th. Prior to surgery I was very nervous, anxious but ready for this horrible thing to be taken away from me. On surgery morning the mood on the ward was so encouraging, there was laughter, all the staff I interacted with on that ward were amazing. There was quite a few awaiting surgery for different reasons. Attention to detail, communication with me was brilliant. I knew what time my surgery would be. I had my puzzle book to keep me occupied. Simon and his team were very engaging, talkative, humorous, which in this situation was very comforting and relaxing. Surgery went as planned and I felt very safe, confident and happy after on the recovery ward. Again staff were brilliant. I cannot recommend Simon highly enough. He is professional, knowledgeable and a very very nice man. If you are lucky enough to be referred to this surgeon be reassured that all areas are covered to enable you to have a very positive experience. I am now six weeks post surgery, feel fantastic and my scar is healing beautifully, hardly showing. In everyday life you meet some fantastic people, I would rate Simon Smith as one of those people, I will be forever grateful. Thank you.

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Written by a private patient at Springfield Hospital

I met with mr Simon smith and expressed my concern with my breast implants which I wanted removed due to chronic back and neck pain and having had them for 16 years, he listened to me and and made me feel completely at ease from the start. He told me exactly what to expect and really listened to me and answered all of my questions. I cannot express how grateful I am to mr smith, I am so much happier now with my new smaller, natural boobs, he has done an outstanding job, I had very large implants we decided to remove them and have an uplift and honestly they look better now than before! My back pain has considerably reduced, my posture and confidence has improved and I wish I had met him and did it years ago! The actual day of surgery was very calm all of the staff at Springfield and mr smiths team were incredible, I felt safe and looked after, the recovery was better and quicker than expected. Anybody else thinking of explanting, just go for it, I am so glad I did, and with this surgeon. Thank you Mr Smith, I am really pleased with my implant removal and uplift, my boobs look great! Thanks for taking such good care of me, keeping me calm, reassured and making me laugh during our consultations, you are awesome!

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Written by a private patient at Springfield Hospital

After wanting a breast reduction since i was around 20 i finally decided to do it 7 years later. I’m 5 weeks post op today & have experienced minimal discomfort throughout recovery. Going with Simon for this huge step was probably the best decision i ever made. I have 2 friends that have also used Simon for the same procedure & both feel exactly the same as me. Every day my body is taking shape more & i find myself thinking more about clothes & swim wear i haven't even thought about since i was about 16, that i’ll now be able to wear again this coming Summer. Simon’s manor is so comforting & reassuring and you can just tell you’re in the most caring & knowledgable hands. My only regret is that i’ve wasted so many years not being able to bare looking in the mirror, which now seems like a distant memory thanks to Simon. I’ll be forever grateful i went with him!

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Written by a private patient at Springfield Hospital

Simon is incredible, he gave me personalised care, listened to my end goal, gave me constructive recommendations and together we agreed what would be best. He cares about you, is passionate about his work, and I felt safe and at ease after my consultations, I immediately knew he was the surgeon to conduct my surgery. I am just over 3 weeks post breast augmentation surgery and my breasts look better than I ever imagined, I couldn’t be happier with my end result. Simon and his team on the surgery day were fantastic, they helped to make me feel at ease and did everything to ensure you had great care. They kept me calm and made me feel relaxed but excited to go into theatre, as I was nervous about being put out. Aftercare has been great, they ensured you were comfortable and checked on you after discharge and provide you with anything you need. Honestly don’t look anywhere else, if you’re looking to have surgery and great care, I would highly recommend Simon Smith and wouldn’t go anywhere else. Thank you Simon

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Written by a private patient at Springfield Hospital

After many years of being very unhappy with my extremely large breasts, magnified by weight gain due to the Menopause, I finally took the plunge and had a consultation for a breast reduction with Simon Smith. It was the best decision! Simon was extremely professional, approachable and reassuring. At the initial consultation, Simon provided me with all the information I needed to make an informed decision. My second consultation ahead of the operation allowed me to ask any final questions regarding the operation and recovery. Simon works with a first class theatre team which ensured, on the day of the operation, that everything went very smoothly. I had no pain/discomfort following the operation and was discharged the same day. Recovery has been amazing - no issues at all and minimal discomfort. I am now 3 months post surgery and I have just returned from a holiday to Barbados where I was able to wear swimwear and clothes I never thought possible before. I cannot emphasise enough the difference this operation has made to me. I would not hesitate to recommend Simon Smith for any form of breast surgery - he is amazing!

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