Mr Andrew Pickersgill

Written by a patient at Wythenshawe Hospital

I have been under the care of this amazing consultant for a year now. I can't thank Mr Andrew Pickersgill enough. He is an amazing surgeon. You can have total faith and trust in him. August last year I found out I had a large endometriosis cyst on my left ovary which was 15cm. after a stressful few month and horrific pain I had surgery in December with Andrew who explained everything and my options. As I still haven't had any children I was worried this was going to affect me conceiving. Andrew listened and was very caring and explained he will do all he can to make sure I still have a chance to have children. The surgery in December 2015 he suggested I have the cyst drained first as it was so big he didn't want to damage my ovary, and go back after 3months to have the cyst removed. After this surgery which was successful and also he drained 1liter of fluid from the cyst. He also discovered that there was more cyst on the surface of my bladder back of the vagina and the onto the surface of my bowels. As this sounded scary and stressful he was still able to keep me positive and able to reassure me he will do all he can to remove all the endometriosis. At this point I felt better after speaking to him. He always kept me updated covered all areas. Also If I ever called him and left as message he would always call me back. I couldn't of asked for anything more. After 8months of stress and feeling down I had my final surgery in May 2016 which was a success Andrew was able to remove all endometriosis, even tho this was extensive surgery as he explained to me after almost 4 hour surgery which should of only took 45mins the cysts was all over and was very complex for him to remove but HE DID IT :). I just wanted to say thank you for everything and making me feel better and being so caring and understanding. We need more doctors like you, I feel blessed you was my consultant. I highly recommend him. I am now trying for a baby :) and feeling 100% in my-self.

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Written by a patient at Wythenshawe Hospital

I had a complex operation in Auguse 2015 with Dr pickersgill and the man changed my life. I had 2 previous failed surgeries and travelled from scotland to Manchester for this surgery. I felt so much better after and even managed to go back to exercising, I still suffer adenomyosis but it felt easier to manage a little because I was rid of the endometriosis and frozen pelvis. Any the best news yet I am now 7wks 4 days pregnant

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Written by a patient at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

I came to Mr Pickersgill after receiving amazing A&E care from Stepping Hill hospital which unfortunately wasn't matched by follow up diagnostic treatment. He was recommended by someone as being the most "human" of the consultants within his specialist area and this is a description I 100% endorse. He listened to me to make sure he had all the facts, given that he was taking over my case part-way through, and was very patient every time I got my notebook out with my long list of questions, the answers to which I had to also write down if I was going to remember anything once I had left the room! He gave me options to consider as part of my treatment and answered all my questions regarding associated risks and how each option would suit me as an individual (not a case study). He is friendly, personable, honest and has a sense of humour (not all specialists possess this quality). He spoke to me like a knowledgeable friend rather than a consultant dealing with a patient. The comment made by someone else about never rushing an appointment is spot on and I never minded waiting if he was running late as I knew he would give me the same dedicated attention when it was my turn. Mr Pickersgill is a credit to his profession and I am so grateful for the care and attention received from him. Again, thank you so much.

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Written by a patient at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

Since 2013 Mr Pickersgill has provided me with both gynaecological and obstetric care of the highest standard. After a number of miscarriages and numerous doctors advising me to "just keep trying"; Mr Pickersgill listened to my story (through my exhausted tears) and assured me he would help me. Now, two children later, I can only describe his care as outstanding. With astute clinical knowledge alongside empathy and compassion, Mr Pickersgill made me feel like a person not a patient. I cannot recommend him more highly.

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Written by a carer at The Alexandra Hospital - part of Circle Health Group

My sister has been under Mr Pickergill's care for treatment of some gynae' issues. Although I haven't met him personally, I have been in dialogue with regards to my sisters post-op recovery. Mr Pickersgill has responded very caringly and has even arranged review appts at short notice, when needed. My sister has had a difficult few weeks but has been singing Mr Pickersgill's praises. She has commented on the fact that there has not been any difference in his practice or care-giving when she has seen him privately and in the NHS. Having a healthcare background myself, I think it is fair to say that there a very few genuine doctors in the healthcare field. Most, are sadly in it for the cash alone. Mr Pickersgill is very understanding and supportive and I am glad my sister is under his care. She has a trust issue with what she has sadly experiences recently but she trusts Mr Pickersgill implicitly. Thanks for everything so far!

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