Mr Paul Thiruchelvam

Written by a patient at Charing Cross Hospital

I met Dr Thiruchelvam after I was diagnosed with breast cancer, he explained to me what was going to happen next with regards to my treatment and surgery.Although it was a lot to take in he put it across so well I remembered most of information. When the time came for my surgery I met with him again he put me at ease explained all my options clearly and the risks involved. Once the surgery was done successfully the after care has been good from him and his team.

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Written by a patient at Charing Cross Hospital

I was referred to Paul Thiruchelvam in June this year, at Charring Cross Hospital. Paul had to deliver the news that I had cancer in my left breast. He was very considerate, answered my questions and explained what would happen next. I was initially in the care of the breast surgeons at the West Middlesex Hospital , but when it was decided that I would have a mastectomy and immediate reconstruction using a DIEP flap, I was referred back to Paul at Charring Cross, together with their plastics team under Frank Henry and my breast care nurse Bernie. I cannot praise highly enough the level of care that I have received from all of the doctors and nurses at Charring Cross Hospital. Paul and his team have always been very helpful and sensitive in all of our meetings, including when I was in hospital following my operation, on ward 10 South. Paul has always answered by questions fully, even the most obvious ones and dealt with me in a caring and thoughtful manner. Bernie agreed to see me on spec one day, when I was worried about something, which I really appreciated. Post-op, I want to say that I have received fantastic care from the plastics dressings nurse Lena and the nurses who have stood in for her clinic over the past two weeks. It is devastating to receive the diagnosis of breast cancer and I felt that I was on a frightening journey, with no idea of how it would end, or what I would have to face along the way. But, I had every confidence in Paul and his team and this really helped me to stay positive and keep going. I would have no hesitation in recommending Paul to other breast cancer patients.

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Written by a patient at Charing Cross Hospital

I was diagnosed with stage 1 breast cancer 8 weeks ago. I was under the care of Mr T. What an amazing doctor he is. At every stage he explained everything so well, most of the time I kept forgetting I had the cancer. He explained all the options, issues and post surgery procedures so well. He made it all seem very easy and clear. On the day of surgery i love that he came on the ward to greet us, showing such care and concern. Mr T has done an absolutely amazing job on my op. Not only did I just come away with a 3" scar there was no damage to my breast. An absolute star, its just so neat and tidy. After surgery Mr T came to see if I was ok, which I found really nice. I loved how he was so professional, caring, kind and 'human' thus putting me at ease and making me very comfortable. An absolute legend in his field. Thank you so much.

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Written by a patient at Charing Cross Hospital

Mr Thiruchelvam peformed a left breast stereowire wide local incision in day surgery at Charing Cross. Everyone I dealt with during my diagnosis and treatment was kind, efficient, and supportive. I was extremely anxious about surgery and I had a bit of wobble on the day waiting for surgery as a result of my blood pressure being very high. Mr Thiruchelvam took the time to come and talk to me in the middle of a day of back to back surgery to reassure me and calm me down. I've just had my post-operative consultation (had settled in the waiting room to read my book anticipating a bit of delay so was surprised to be called in exactly on time) and have been given the all clear. The scarring looks as if it will be minimal and I have experienced very little post-operative pain. I definitely felt confident in Mr Thiruchelvam's care. He explained clearly what would happen and each stage of my treatment and is obviously an extremely skilled surgeon.

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Written by a patient at Charing Cross Hospital

After being diagnosed with a locally advanced breast cancer I consider myself privileged to have been under the care of Mr Paul Thiruchelvam and his team. Paul has the skills and qualities you want in a great surgeon (integrity and good decision making) which made my experience from diagnosis to post surgery less daunting. Paul communicated all information, options and recommendations about my treatment with clarity and took great care listening to my concerns and made sure all was done in accordance with my wishes. I was especially impressed by the amount of face to face time from clinical appointments to the day of the surgery and after on the ward. Paul would also phone me in person to discuss any urgent matter and to check on my progress. Pre-surgery I suffered a few set-backs and my treatment and planned surgery needed to be changed. It was a very difficult time for me and he handled it with sensitivity and care. His professionalism made me feel comfortable, safe and human, and reassured I was cared for with great attention. Paul removed my cancer by preforming a skin- and nipple-sparing mastectomy, axillary node clearance with an immediate implant reconstruction with mesh. Prior to my surgery I’ve been reluctant to have any procedure done that involved taking body tissues from my stomach. I’ve had four previous abdominal operations in the past so this was a big deal for me. I felt relieved when Paul suggested this option. The result is amazing! I am very pleased how it looks and I feel great. All left is a scar under my left breast which will fade. I had no problems during the healing period, just a minor fluid build-up after the axillary node clearance. I am so grateful for the care and the final result and I can’t praise Paul and his team at Charing Cross Hospital enough.

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