Professor Philip Chapman-Sheath

Written by a NHS patient at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust

I saw Mr Chapman Sheath when my knee replacement became loose. He was helpful and responsive to get me on his list for a revision. However, by the time I came to surgery day, my knee was in a very bad way. Implant was very loose and had worn significant amount of bone away. He attempted the revision but did not have necessary size etc of knee replacement parts. He said upon my waking from surgery that he would order correct size and bring me back within 6 weeks. Sounded bearable. However… I waited almost 6 months with a rod through my entire leg holding it straight as he’d already taken my knee joint out. I was unable to walk and in huge pain 24/7 throughout. During all those months I chased for updates and was told it’s still being made etc. I struggled hugely mentally during this time, but I gave him benefit of doubt as I believed him. It was only on my complaint to Univ Hospital Southampton that I was told no joint was being made. Mr Chapman Sheath told me ‘I’d have to stay like Jake the peg’ when I asked what would happen. He could not admit he was not able to help me. Thankfully, very soon after my complaint, UHS acknowledged they could not help me and referred me to an expert in Birmingham. Prof Jeyes in Birmingham gave me my life back. I am eternally grateful to him. I would never recommend Mr CS especially for knee revisions. He is arrogant and has no empathy for his patients.

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Written by a private patient at Spire Southampton Hospital

A very happy pleasant man .Very informative on what was going to happen and answered all questions.I would not hesitate to have him operate on me again.

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Written by a NHS patient at Spire Southampton Hospital

Having had quite negative experiences in the past two years within the NHS both at GP referral and consultant level. I went to see Mr Chapman-Sheath he immediately put me at my ease, with his knowledge and professional approach. After the operation on my left knee meniscus repair last Thursday I have had no pain which is remarkable, I played elite sport from a young age which led to two right knee operations age 15 and 29 both were very painful, swollen and bloody post surgery. I don't know how Phil does it but I know when the time comes for me to have a knee replacement as it is shot to bits where I will be going. I am extremely thankful to have found such a highly regarded and caring consultant.

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Written by a NHS patient at Spire Southampton Hospital

Not only is Prof Chapman-Sheath a great surgeon but a very down to earth person !! From start to finish totally honest and easy to talk to. His care was second to none. I’m in the early stages of the surgery but getting on well and cannot thank him enough. I feel honoured to have had him as the surgeon for the procedure. I’ll give more as time goes on. Thank you so much Sir for your professionalism and easy nature.

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Written by a private patient at Nuffield Health Wessex Hospital

Not sure where to start I have had bilateral knee replacements, one 21 years ago and the other 18 years ago. When it came to needing a revision on both I was so happy to have the excellent treatment from the same surgeon. I had one in March and the other 6 weeks ago. I am extremely grateful for how I was treated with such professionalism from everyone. Thankyou for giving me my quality of life back

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