"Mastectomy"

This is story of wonderful care at the Breast Clinic at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, in particular from Miss Mondani the surgeon, and Gail the Macmillan Support Nurse.

I reported a lump in my breast to my GP in late July 2022. Following an immediate referral I was seen at the Breast Clinic for a mammogram and biopsies just 8 days later. Following two further scans I had a mastectomy at the end of August.

Since then I have had several follow up visits to check my progress, for draining the wound a further check-up scan with Gail and Miss Mondani present at different times.

Contrary to what you hear in the national press the treatment I have received has been speedy and the care quite exemplary. Gail has been an outstanding and assuring source of kindness, skill and co-ordination (either calling or always available on the phone), and Miss Mondani is full of wise follow-up advice and counsel. Both of them gave me the time to talk - never rushed and always ready to listen.

I still have a continuing journey of treatment and for that will be seeing an oncologist in November. Thank you all for your professional and loving care.