Mrs Christine Craig

at Spire Manchester Hospital

Mrs Craig was professional and listened to my concerns.She put me at ease straight away and I would highly recommend her.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Manchester Hospital

I was nervous about seeing doctor but she completely put me at easy. Listened to me & made examination not embarrassing. Totally recommend

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Written by a private patient at Spire Manchester Hospital

I have been dealing with a perianal abscess and fistula for the past 2 years, during which I underwent 7 surgeries and had two Setons in place. Unfortunately, the abscess kept recurring despite these treatments. After enduring the pain from the abscess and the irritation caused by the Setons, I decided to research different surgeons, which is how I found Mrs. Craig, thanks to the reviews left by others. At my first consultation, Mrs. Craig explained that her approach would be different from what I had experienced before. She planned to remove the two Setons and replace them with a soft thread that I would need to floss twice daily. She took the time to thoroughly explain everything, answer all of our questions, and outline a clear plan of action for my case. In July, I had surgery for a laying open procedure and Seton replacement, after which I began the daily flossing routine. While the flossing was painful and uncomfortable at first, the discomfort started to lessen after a couple of weeks. There are a few items that helped make the process easier, like Instillagel (a numbing cream), olive oil, and Sitz baths. I'm really glad I decided to see Mrs. Craig because I'm now starting to feel much better. The abscess hasn't returned, as the Seton flossing helps with drainage. I believe that in a few more weeks, I’ll be fully cured. I had never heard of Seton flossing before, but this technique has proven to be effective for me. Her nurse, Tracey, has also been fantastic, and I’ve been seeing her weekly for any issues. Mrs. Craig has truly been a lifesaver for me.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Manchester Hospital

It took me a long time to seek medical help and I hit the jackpot when I was referred, at my request after reading about her skills, to Mrs Craig. After an initial consultation, where I was quickly put at ease, it was decided I should proceed with surgery to remove both internal and external haemorrhoids, a polyp and a skin tag. I can’t pretend that goofing through this procedure was easy but I was clearly told what to expect and well prepared. I cannot fault the care I’ve received at all stages. I was provided with all appropriate pre care, post care, medication and advice. (Note to anyone having a similar procedure, as well as taking those painkillers and stool softener/ laxative, invest in a sitz bath if you don’t have a bidet. A mixture of warm and cold ‘baths’ really helped with comfort and easing swelling.) Initial recovery was rather painful (pretty brutal in fact on day two/three) but Mrs Craig had been honest and prepared me so I wasn’t worried and coped well through following the advice. Whilst I’m still not quite healed, this operation significantly improved things for me physically and by removing my worries, and I have no regrets about the operation. I’d recommend anyone to trust in Mrs Craig.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Manchester Hospital

I felt extremely reassured after my appointment, having been given various opinions previously by other medical staff re treatment required for a bowel problem, on the right way forward. Many thanks.

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