Mr Vasileios Arzoglou 2019-02-24 Person 5 5 0

I was diagnosed with a slipped disc on the S1 L5 in November 2018. My symptoms first started as mild sciatica which then greatly increased in pain in July 2018 which resulted in me having MRI scans to determine what was going on and a referral to Mr Arzoglou. From first meeting Mr Arzoglou at Castle Hill I felt at ease and that finally there was going to be an end in sight to a very traumatic few months. Been aged only 31 and a primary school teacher, I had been off work for a few months already and my pain was not improving so I was becoming increasingly worried what was wrong with my back. Mr Arzoglou saw me very quickly after my MRI results, a matter of a few weeks, and spoke me through my options and my MRI scans. He outlined all the risks and was very understanding at my caution to go ahead with the surgery, however I am so pleased I listened to him and went with the surgery which he suggested. I am now 3 months into recovery and the pain is around 80-90% better. I have been abe to return back to work part time and am driving again without the agonising buttock pain. I still have numbers in my leg, which I am hoping still may return to normal in time, however I couldn't have asked for a better outcome from the surgery. The care I received was brilliant in Castle Hill on ward Nine and I would like to thank everyone on the ward. I had two follow up appointments with Mr Arzoglou and a further MRI scan and every time I saw him I felt in great hands. I am now receiving physio to strengthen my leg as this is still tricky for me but I am back at the gym doing steady exercise and I am able to walk further and with more pace everyday. I just hope I keep going from strength to strength. I am forever greatful to Mr Arzoglou and his team for everything they have done for me. I would not hesitate to go back to see them if I have anymore problems. He is a kind and caring surgeon who really listened to me and addressed my concerns and worries before the surgery.