At Christmas 2022 I had severe sciatic pain which was from a suspected herniated disc (I had had similar symptoms previously) which required previous surgery. I had to wait approx 3 months for a MRI scan and then a further 2 months for a NHS referral to a Spire Hospital to see a Consultant. When meeting the consultant he could not locate my MRI scan and said they could not find it on the NHS portal. I was informed that they would locate it and get back to me with a re- arranged appointment. 4 to 6 Weeks have now elapsed with me contacting his secretary a couple of time for an update. I am still currently waiting and its been over 6 months since the onset of pain. The only thing keeping me sane is the high number of painkillers I am currently taking Although not a youngster I do not want to spend the rest of my life taking addictive tablets to get through a day.

Went in for one night, had hip replaced, came home & a few eeks later the new hip as as good, if not better than the old one!! Thankyou, Thankyou