Professor David M Lloyd 2021-11-05 Person 5 5 0

I developed a large incisional hernia after having successful open AAA surgery in October 2020. As there was very little prospect of having my hernia repaired on the NHS in the near future and after researching my options on line I decided to consult Professor David Lloyd at Spire Leicester Hospital. This meant me travelling to Leicester from Liverpool but I considered it worthwhile because of Professor Lloyds expertise and excellent reputation in hernia repair surgery. During my initial consultation Professor Lloyd examined me and confirmed it would be possible for him to undertake an open mesh reinforced hernia repair operation and he would make arrangements for me to be admitted. He went on to advise that it was a big operation and would mean a few overnight stays in hospital depending on my initial recovery. On the day of the operation I travelled from Liverpool and was admitted at 11.00 am on 13 October 2021. Prior to me going down for surgery Professor Lloyd visited my room and explained the procedure to me, he also fully answered all my questions. After the operation at around 5.00pm I was back in my room and sitting up having a light meal. My initial recovery was good and I was scheduled to be discharged on Friday 15th. Professor Lloyd called to see me prior to my discharge and assured me the opp had gone well and asked how I was feeling; he made a thorough examination of the operation site and went on to explain that I would be sore for a few weeks and that I should continue with the pain relief meds. He assured me that if I needed anything at all I should contact his office and he would get back to me. Professor Lloyd telephoned me on 28 October to check on my recovery and I advised him I was doing well and felt better each day that passed. I did have some reservations about travelling nearly three hours each way from Liverpool to Leicester but now three weeks on I have no doubt that my faith in Professor Lloyd has been fully justified.