Mr Vipul Patel was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.
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The operation, performed by Mr. Patel, was to re-attach three tendons in my right shoulder. This proceeded exactly as explained to me. The whole experience from first appointment to sign-off was efficient and reassuring. The LifeBox App was very helpful, taking me through the stages of the repair and recovery. As an engineer I was interested to know how the reattachment was achieved and Mr Patel explained the technical details of my particular operation. Well done, I am now back doing my usual physical activities and hope to start sailing again soon..
If I were to suggest an improvement it would be pre-operation familiarisation with the support sling worn afterwards, for six weeks in my case.
Just before the pandemic I developed a frozen shoulder- I don’t know how or why. I had started the process of X-rays and physio and then we went into the first lockdown with NHS being deployed and an anxiety about performing steroid injections.
I couldn’t sleep, the pain was excruciating and it really impacted my life. Eventually I got a steroid injection which helped the pain but my range of movement was significantly impacted and it was still painful if I used the muscles.
Mr Patel and his team saw me and were extremely helpful. Most important he listened to me and what mattered to me ( simple things such as fastening my bra, putting my hair up and more complex things such as swimming and exercise). He suggested a manipulation under anaesthetic or a shoulder arthroscopy. He explained both procedures and I opted for the arthroscopy.
I had the operation 6 weeks ago and it has made such a huge difference. Sure I have some way to go with getting back full pain free movement and strength but I am well on the way. The physio team have seen me and progressed the exercises.
It can be worrying to go under anaesthesia and I will never ever forget the nerve block and not knowing where my arm was when I woke up, but I am so glad I had the procedure. I would whole heartedly recommend Mr Patels team and I thank them all so much.
It would be a strange thing to say I enjoyed my injury and obviously wish it had never happened, however if you could choose the dream team Mr Patel would be the head man.
100% professional and such a nice man. Handled everything amazingly and I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending him as the man to go to.
The team around also a big help and his secretary Mala is a complete honey.
I really can’t say enough good things about my experience and I’m so grateful for the first class journey I have experienced. Dean Ward
I found Vipul Patel to be friendly, informative and put me totally at ease before my operation and his professionalism was equally as commendable during my post operation appointment.
Specialises in
- Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery
Profile
I am a Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon with a special interest in the Shoulder, Elbow and Trauma. I have over 20 years experience in Arthroscopic, Reconstructive and Replacement surgery of the shoulder. I offer treatment for trauma and sports injuries in my areas of interest.
I endeavour to provide patient-centred care and strive for continuous improvement in my knowledge and skills.