Mr Simon Ellis was awarded the iWantGreatCare certificate of excellence in 2024 for delivering outstanding care.
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Mr Simon Ellis
2018-05-23
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23rd May 2018
Mr Ellis first saw me in April 2018 at KIMS ,Maidstone,where I had been referred for Osteoarthritis of the knees.He was extremely thorough in his work up for my procedure & very clear in his explanation of my planned operation (TKR)
On a subsequent consultation he was patient & clearly explained my condition,planned operation & expected recovery.
Mr Ellis helped allay my anxiety regarding my surgery.
My experience at KIMS has,to date,been exemplary.
23rd May 2018
Response from Mr Simon Ellis
Thank you very much indeed for your kind review. Making the right choice for each patient is essential. Knee replacement is a life event for each patient and in my experience explaining the plan clearly in understandable terms helps to allay the anxiety. I will pass your comments about your experience at KIMS to the management team. Please rest assured in my experience the in-patient care at KIMS is excellent too. With kind regards
Mr Simon Ellis
2018-05-23
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23rd May 2018
I originally had an appointment with Mr Ellis 18 months ago, and found him very professional and gentlemanly. After an X-Ray and inspection of my right knee he suggested I continued with the Naproxin and Iburofen gel but also sought an Osteopath. I heeded his advice and until a few months ago all was well but now the pain is not good.
I had a further appointment last Monday and again an X-Ray was taken and inspection of the movement in my knee, and Mr Ellis ran through the options open to me. We agreed that a full knee replacement was necessary as the joints were touching, and an appointment was made for the operation.
23rd May 2018
Response from Mr Simon Ellis
Thank you very much for taking the time to post this review and sharing your experience with others. Deciding the time to carry out surgical treatment for knee arthritis is a difficult one. Initially conservative treatment with increasing painkillers and regular exercise is helpful but sadly over time the symptoms increase hence your need for surgery now. The most important decision for me is tailoring the right treatment for each patient. With kind regards Simon Ellis
Mr Simon Ellis
2018-05-22
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22nd May 2018
Mr Ellis regarding a boney growth on the side of my knee. Everything was explained in a way that I could understand to put my mind at rest straight away. Everything so far has been extremely quick and reassuring.
22nd May 2018
Response from Mr Simon Ellis
Thank you for your review. Making sure that everything is explained in straightforward terms is essential so that the right decision can be reached. I am pleased that u was able to provide you with a clear understanding and a definite plan moving forward. With kind regards Simon Ellis
Mr Simon Ellis
2018-05-18
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18th May 2018
I met Mr Ellis for my consultation about a replacement knee operation it was very informative and everything was explained thoroughly and professionally. I was put at ease and treated with respect. I feel very confident that my operation will be carried out with the very best professionalism anyone can expect.
18th May 2018
Response from Mr Simon Ellis
Thank you very much for taking the time to write your review. I am delighted that you found the appointment so helpful and you can certainly rest assured that I will provide the best possible care for your forthcoming surgery. With kind regards Simon Ellis
Mr Simon Ellis
2018-05-16
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16th May 2018
I saw Mr Ellis 2 years ago regarding my knees and again more recently, I felt totally at ease and everything regarding results and my pending operation were explained fully and understandable. I am glad Mr Ellis has given me the option of a knee replacement even though I am only 48, my quality of life can only get better once this has been done so I'm grateful (and nervous!!)
16th May 2018
Response from Mr Simon Ellis
Thank you very much for your review. I am pleased you felt at ease and that everything was well explained and understandable. I appreciate that surgery for each patient is a life event and as such there is always a level of anxiety. Please rest assured I will give you my best attention to try to ensure a satisfactory outcome. With kind regards Simon Ellis
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Profile
Mr Simon Ellis is one of the South East's leading knee surgeons. He has over 25 years’ experience as a consultant based in Kent. Simon has a very simple but important mission statement "I give the same quality of care to my patients as I would want my family and friends to receive". Simon prides himself on communication. He believes that listening, explaining knee problems in understandable terms and ensuring that patients have all the information needed to make their own management decisions is essential. Simon was awarded a Certificate of Excellence for care from iWantGreatCare early in 2019. His reviews have continued to reflect the values he strives to achieve.
Simon's base is now the Spire Alexandra Hospital, Walderslade where he is able to cover most areas of Kent. Simon specialises in knee sports injuries which include meniscal and ligament issues as well as the management of knee arthritis.
Simon was appointed as the Medical Advisory Committee chair at the Spire Alexandra Hospital in March 2020 a role within the management team to oversee the quality of care in the hospital.
Whether you are insured, self funding or referred by your general practitioner through the NHS electronic referral scheme - availability is no issue and Simon, supported by his practice management team at KMS Professionals, will ensure that your knee problem is sorted as quickly as possible.
You can make an appointment to see Simon by contacting Hana, his practice manager or his team by telephone on 01622 620920 or by email simonellis@kentmedical.co.uk.
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