Mr Kosuge is pleased to publish his latest patient experience and outcome data. Mr Kosuge continues to collect patient feedback and outcome data in order for him to be able to analyse his clinical practice and look for areas in which he can improve for his patients.

Below are some of his latest patient feedback collected through the online platform Amplitude Clinical which Mr Kosuge subscribes to:

‘I found Mr Kosuge to be a very nice man. His service was excellent and any problems I had were resolved as soon as I contacted him.’

‘Can highly recommend Mr Kosuge, found him to be very professional ,knowledgeable and approachable. Explained everything about the procedure very well.’

‘Mr. Kosuge was very understanding and re-assuring before the procedure. So far, the procedure appears to have been very successful, recovery is going well, wound when dressing was removed was very neat.’

‘Mr Kosuge, explained the whole process from start to finish, the operation itself was pretty painless and the care I received during my hospital stay post operation was fantastic, I could not have asked for any better even the post operation follow up with Mr Kosuge was great and the way he explained how it all went well and how pleased he was with the final result thank you Mr Kosuge for making my daily life easier.’

‘Welcoming and reassuring, happy to address all questions. Supplied lots of information and has a website with clear details of procedures.’

‘Mr Kosuge is very professional, friendly and good humoured always puts you at ease.’

‘I found Mr Kosuge extremely polite, friendly and despite my hearing difficulty very easy to hear and understand.’

For more of Mr Kosuge’s patient feedback, please visit iWantGreatCare.

Mr Kosuge wishes you all a Happy New Year.

Do you have severe osteoarthritis affecting both of your hips?

Simultaneous bilateral hip replacements is the medical term used to describe performing hip replacements in both of your hip joints during a single surgery. Ordinarily, patients will have staged bilateral hip replacements such that they have the worst side performed first, and once they have recovered enough, a decision is made about timing regarding when to perform the other side. The interval between the two operations could range from patient to patient but a minimum of 3-months is often recommended.

Whilst there are advantages to performing two hip replacements in one sitting (one anaesthetic, one hospital stay, single rehabilitation following surgery), there are also additional risks. Having two operations under one anaesthetic is more stressful for your body and leads to greater blood loss, longer time under anaesthetic and greater risks of complications. It is generally accepted by the surgical community that bilateral simultaneous hip replacements are reserved for patients who are younger and with no significant medical illnesses (e.g. heart or lung conditions).

Mr Kosuge will consider performing simultaneous bilateral hip replacements in the appropriate setting and if his patient feels it is an option that is right for them after discussing the potential benefits, risks and side-effects of doing so:

“I am so happy to be able to give this feedback regarding Consultant & Surgeon, Mr Dennis Kosuge. After a devastating medical condition left me barely able to walk or move, Mr Kosuge performed a Bilateral (double) hip replacement operation in August this year. I am beyond speechless with joy at how my life has changed…”

If you do have osteoarthritis in both your hip joints and the pain from both sides is severe, this may be an option to consider. For further information, please do not hesitate to book a consultation with Mr Kosuge at Rivers Hospital or ask your GP for a referral to The Princess Alexandra Hospital.