Mr Stephen Palmer

Written by a NHS patient at Springfield Hospital

I was referred to Mr Palmer at Springfield Hospital for a total knee replacement, and could not have been happier with him as my surgeon, My Operation was on 8th November, having operation under spinal block with the wonderful Dr Hywel Jones as my anaesthetist From the start, Dr Palmer was confident, reassuring and I felt I had got a miracle being under his care. Mr Palmer assured me on some of my concerns, and put me at ease about the operation, and going through the process. He has Great bedside manner, checking in on me before and after my operation. 5 weeks post op and I could not thank him enough for a fantastic job, one very happy patient.

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Written by a NHS patient at Springfield Hospital

To be able to write a review on my treatment with Mr Palmer is a privilege. I met Mr Palmer initially 20 years ago where he had performed to both Knees, Anterior cruciate ligament repairs. These were carried out on two separate admissions to Hospital and was a complete success. On the 17/11/2022 I went into Springfield Hospital under the care of Mr Palmer to have a Right Knee Complex Total Knee Replacement. MR Palmer put me at complete ease and explained to me in detail the procedure. What a lovely man, he went out of his way to make me feel comfortable and that I had all the facts and did I have any concerns. I felt at ease because you could really tell he just wanted the best for you. Every question I put to him, he explained in full and I came away with no concerns at all. I personally feel, I am a very lucky man to have been operated on by Mr Palmer, his dedication to his profession and his patients is clear to see from the moment you step into the consultation room. I would 100% recommend Mr Palmer to anyone and everyone, he really is truly an amazing Consultant.

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Written by a patient at Springfield Hospital

Following a footballing injury and MRI scan I was informed by dr Palmer that my acl was fully intact and with a few physio sessions I should be back to playing sport. Months of wasted time later it actually turns out that my acl has in fact completely torn and that I will need revision acl reconstruction. Not happy with the false info I was given and wasted time.

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Written by a patient at Broomfield Hospital

I first met Mr Palmer at Springfield hospital in July for a consultation about my knee.After an examination I was sent for an x-ray and returned to Mr Palmer for his opinion.He said that had two options, do nothing or have a total knee replacement.I opted for the replacement.I had existing health problems which were of concern to Mr Palmer and he said that he would like me to see his aneasthetist Dr Hywel Jones to see if he was happy for me to have the operation. Mr Palmer then told me what to expect from the procedure.He said that it was probably the most painful operation performed at the hospital and that I could expect to be in a great deal of pain for at least three weeks after the op but after five weeks or so the pain would be much less and diminishing.He also said that there would be an exercise regime after the op which would in itself be painful but very necessary to achieve full recovery. He said that we would meet again after I had seen Dr Jones. I did in fact see Dr Jones the following day and we had a very detailed discussion about my condition and existing medication and said that he was happy for the op to go ahead and that he would discuss my case in great detail with Mr Palmer. We discussed the operation itself and he took me through the procedure step by step.He was very professional but at the same time gave me a great deal of confidence that all would be well. He stressed the after effects of the operation but assured me that adequate pain relief would be provided for me. I had the operation on 10th August and during the procedure Dr Jones spoke with me all the while and and was a great comfort. felt no pain. Yes the recovery was painful and they were right about the time scales. For three weeks it was very painful but the pain relief provided was a great help in keeping the pain under control.The exercises were tough but but knowing that they were essential I did them religiously and on 20th September, one day short of the predicted six weeks I was able to go on holiday and managed quite comfortably. I saw Mr Palmer last week, on 6th December and he was happy to sign me off and told me I should now carry on as before even to the extent of driving again. The care I was afforded by Mr Palmer and Dr Jones and the nursing team at Springfield was , I would say second to none. If anyone is suffering the pain that I had then I would say go for the operation. If you are prepared to follow the medical advice given and put in the work afterwards you will not regret it.

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Written by a patient at Springfield Hospital

Mr Palmer was my Orthopaedic Consultant when I had a total knee replacement at Springfield Hospital 10 days ago. He visited me before the operation and explained the procedure very clearly and I was able to understand everything. I was awake during the operation but felt no pain or discomfort. I had great confidence in him throughout and his post-op visits to me were equally caring and considerate. A highly professional surgeon but also a very approachable man. I am making a speedy recover which I feel is all down to Mr Palmer's skills. I am indebted to him for such a positive experience and cannot recommend him highly enough

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