YOUR CARE PATHWAY

From consultation to recovery.

Principles

Four principles that guide every stage of your care.

Individualised Care

Every patient’s condition is unique. Assessment and treatment are tailored to your symptoms, imaging, neurological status, lifestyle and personal goals.

Evidence-Based Decisions

Recommendations are based on careful clinical assessment, imaging and the available evidence, with a focus on selecting the safest and most effective approach.

Surgery When Appropriate

Not all spinal conditions require surgery. Conservative and minimally invasive treatment options are carefully considered before an operation is recommended.

Clear Guidance Throughout

Clear communication and multidisciplinary collaboration help ensure that you remain informed and supported throughout diagnosis, treatment and recovery.

The process

Your care pathway, from consultation to recovery.

01

Initial Enquiry & Appointment

Preparing for a focused and efficient consultation.

Appointments can be arranged directly through the private secretary team. Prior imaging, referral letters and relevant medical information may be shared in advance, allowing the case to be reviewed and helping ensure that you receive the most appropriate assessment and guidance from the outset.

02

Consultation & Further Investigations

A detailed assessment to clarify your diagnosis and next steps.

The consultation provides a detailed understanding of your condition, symptoms and treatment goals. Mr Russo will review your medical history, neurological function, examination findings, previous treatments and imaging. Where further clarification is required, appropriate investigations can be coordinated through specialist imaging centres.

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Non-Surgical Management

The safest and most effective treatment without unnecessary intervention.

Surgery is not always necessary. Many spinal conditions can improve through conservative treatment, which is often recommended as the first stage of management where appropriate. All suitable options are discussed carefully before an operation is considered.

04

Surgical Planning & Hospital Stay

Precise preparation and carefully supported hospital care.

Where surgery is appropriate, detailed planning ensures that treatment is tailored to your condition and goals. You will receive clear information about the proposed procedure, alternatives, risks, expected outcomes and rehabilitation. Hospital stay varies according to the procedure and complexity of the condition.

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Recovery & Follow-Up

Individualised support throughout every stage of recovery.

Recovery varies according to the condition, treatment or procedure performed and your overall health. Patients are followed closely, with rehabilitation programmes and physiotherapy coordinated where appropriate to support optimal functional recovery.

PREPARING FOR YOUR CONSULTATION

Preparing in advance can help make your consultation more focused.

Appointments can be arranged directly through the private secretary team. Prior imaging, referral letters and relevant medical information may be shared in advance to facilitate a careful review of your case. If you do not yet have imaging or previous investigations, appropriate scans can be arranged promptly through affiliated specialist imaging centres.

CARE OPTIONS

Personalised care for every stage of your journey.

Your pathway is guided by your diagnosis, clinical needs and individual goals.

ASSESSMENT

Consultation & Diagnosis

A detailed assessment of your symptoms, medical history, neurological function, examination findings and imaging.

NON-SURGICAL CARE

Conservative Management

Where appropriate, non-surgical treatment is considered before an operation is recommended.

WHEN SURGERY IS APPROPRIATE

Surgical Care & Recovery

Careful surgical planning and coordinated support from the proposed procedure through hospital care and recovery.

Your spine deserves considered care.

Begin with a precise, unhurried consultation. We will listen, examine, review your imaging and explain the options, surgical and otherwise