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Mr Tobias Hammond
2021-06-25
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25th June 2021
I was very happy with the service, advice and attitude of Dr Hammond. He was very professional, understanding and compassionate.
Mr Tobias Hammond
2020-11-18
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18th November 2020
My research found many surgeons offering hernia repair. Toby's colorectal experience and impressive research history made me confident that he knew his stuff (and what/where to avoid!). I felt he was old enough to have valuable experience but young enough to be at the forefront with the latest techniques.
During phone and in-person consultation he was very open and easy (despite the practical complications of Covid-19), providing the information I needed, with pros and cons, to choose between the alternatives. His keyhole experience was relevant (but this involves general anaesthesia and overnight stay) - I chose open surgery under local anaesthetic. I gather this is still a bit unusual but I am so glad I did.
I arrived at the hospital at 7am and was first on the list. The atmosphere in the theatre was very relaxing; I was given a mild sedative and actually slept through the procedure! Not having had a general anaesthetic I was home and eating lunch by 2pm the same day. The local gradually wore off - I took paracetamol for 4 days (nothing stronger needed).
At first movement was a little awkward, but I have had no infection or pain (just tiny tingling and occasional mild discomfort). As expected I had significant swelling and bruising (cue Smurf jokes!), which have now disappeared. Because glue (!) was used to seal the wound I had no stitches or clips to be removed.
After 3 weeks (it could have been 2) I returned to see Toby and was signed off, but with an invitation to contact him via his oh-so-helpful and supportive secretary Sam, if necessary. I feel extremely lucky to have found a surgeon at the top of his game. If you ever need a hernia op, I would thoroughly recommend Tobias (Toby) Hammond.
Mr Tobias Hammond
2020-11-10
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10th November 2020
Fantastic from first consultation to end result after laser surgery. Cannot recommend highly enough the care, the surgeon Mr Hammond and the simplicity of the procedure.
Treatment of haemorrhoids using the laser option is a life changer. Only required over the counter pain killers for 24 hours. I was back to normal and back to work within 48 hours.
I suffered for years and now have a normal quality of life.
Totally amazing.
Mr Tobias Hammond
2020-07-01
Person
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1st July 2020
I felt confident of Mr Hammond's ability to carry out my hernia operation successfully from the very first consultation. Mr Hammond was recommended to me by another surgeon at Broomfield Hospital who had carried out a stomach by pass operation on me very effectively and efficiently. My trust in this surgeon's recommendation was well founded. The operation was fairly complex and lengthy and and recovery was as described. I have since had a follow up telephone consultation with Mr Hammond who covered all my questions and concerns since the operation and is happy for me to contact his secretary should I have any problems or concerns.
Mr Tobias Hammond
2020-06-05
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5th June 2020
I would like to sincerely thank Mr. Hammond & his diligent team for their expertise &
great care which has helped extend my life.
Keep up the fine work......John Welsh
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I am a consultant general & colorectal surgeon at Broomfield Hospital, Chelmsford, Essex. I also work at Braintree Community Hospital and Ramsay Springfield Hospital.
I perform open & laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticular disease and hernias. I have subspecialty interests in anal and pelvic floor pathology, and abdominal wall repair for complex hernias.
I graduated from Liverpool University Medical School in 1998 . I became a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2003, and a fellow in 2011. I was awarded my certificate for completion of surgical training in 2012. During this time I worked as a senior registrar at St Mark's Hospital, Harrow (a national and international referral centre for intestinal and colorectal disorders) and a laparoscopic colorectal fellowship at Colchester General Hospital.
Whilst training I undertook a 2 year period of full time research. I investigated the role of biomaterials in the management of parastomal hernias and anal fistulas. This culminated in a reasearch MD, awarded by the University of London, as well as the Colon & Rectal Disease Research Foundation Prize, by the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain & Ireland (ACPGBI). I was also granted a travelling fellowship by the Coloproctology Section of the Royal Society of Medicine.
I continue to enjoy publishing and presenting on my research areas of interest. I have been invited to review articles for the Lancet, British Journal of Surgery, Colorectal Disease, Techniques in Coloproctology and The International Journal of Surgery. I have co-authored chapters on anal fistulas for the 6th edition of Rob & Smith's Operative Surgery: Surgery of the Colon, Rectum and Anus, and for Anus: Surgical Treatment and Pathology (edited by R Cohen and A Windsor).