General FAQs
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Do you offer a free consultation?
No. The initial Zoom consultation costs £150. After that the costs are different for international patients and EU/UK patients, could you tell me what your nationality is?
Can you do video consultations?
Yes, we offer an initial Zoom consultation with patients to discuss their lymphoedema and plan a personalised care pathway.
How much does a consultation cost?
The initial Zoom consultation costs £150. After that the costs are different for international patients and EU/UK patients, could you tell me what your nationality is? [VISITOR CONFIRMS] FOR EU/UK patients: The initial consultation costs £250 and the IC...
Do you charge for screening?
Our screening programme is the first Screening Programme set up in the UK and is for patients who don’t have lymphoedema yet but are at high risk of developing it following their cancer treatment. Patients pay for a year at a time and we recommend 3 yea...
Do you provide screening for Lymphoedema?
Yes we do. You can find out more about this here -https://olp.surgery/how-we-can-help-lymphoedema-treatment/screening/. You can also download our screening leaflet here -https://olp.surgery/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Early-Lymphoedema-Screening-Programm...
Can you tell me more about the operation?
You can read more about the operation, including preparing for it and the follow-up afterwards, here -https://olp.surgery/how-we-can-help-lymphoedema-treatment/your-operation/ [PAUSE 10 SECONDS] Would you like us to contact you with more information abo...
What is Lymphoedema?
Lymphoedema (also known as Lymphedema) is a disorder of the lymphatic system. This system is a natural circulation system in the body that helps to remove waste and cleanse the body. [PAUSE 10 SECONDS] You can read more about it here -https://olp.surger...
Do you have any testimonials/case studies/reviews I read?
Yes, we have a number of case studies that you can read here -https://olp.surgery/outcomes/case-studies/
Will I need to stay in hospital?
With Lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) you can go home the same day. [PAUSE 10 SECONDS] With Vascularized lymphnode transfer (VLNT) you will stay in hospital for approximately 2 or 3 days post surgery. [PAUSE 10 SECONDS] With Liposuction for lymphoedema (S...
Are you regulated?
All surgery in the UK is regulated and inspected by the CQC. We are proud to work with the Nuffield Health Manor Hospital who are inspected regularly by the CQC and their overall rating is classed as good by the CQC.
Can I park at your surgery?
Our surgery is based in The Manor Hospital and there is plenty of on-site parking. This is free for patient use but you must enter your registration plate on check in at reception.
Do you offer treatment for LIPODEMA?
We are sorry to say that currently we are not able to undertake liposuction surgery to treat lipodema. This is not a decision we like but we, quite rightly, adhere to NICE guidance for surgical procedures. NICE have recently recommended that liposuction...
How long does the treatment take?
Lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA) is minimally invasive. We perform it under local anaesthetic, where you stay awake during the operation. While low risk it is a very technical operation and is best performed by 2 fully trained and qualified surgeons. The ...
Will I need time off work after treatment?
With Lymphovenous anastomosis (LVA), most patients have two weeks off work, after which the stitches are removed, and most normal daily activities can be performed. Depending on your type of work you might need to go back gradually or have a bit longer ...
What are your surgery hours?
The office is open Monday to Friday 9-5. Our clinics and surgeries take place on Tuesdays and the occasional Fridays.
How much does the treatment cost?
FOR EU/UK PATIENTS It depends on what treatment the surgeons consider you suitable for. Our most common surgery is LVA to a single limb under local anaesthetic. The total cost of this is £19,810.00. This cost is a total cost, so no hidden costs, this in...
Where are you based?
Our surgery address is Nuffield Health, The Manor Hospital, Beech Road, Oxford OX3 7RP.
Where do you operate?
Our surgery is in Oxford, UK. We have patients come to us from throughout the UK and all over the world.
Can you tell me more about the treatment for…
You can read more about our treatments here -https://olp.surgery/how-we-can-help-lymphoedema-treatment/treatments/ [PAUSE 10 SECONDS] Would you like for a member of our team to get in touch to discuss the treatment further? [VISITOR GIVES NAME CONTACT ...
Can I book a consultation?
Yes, of course. If I could take your name, email address and telephone number, someone from the team will be in touch asap to arrange this for you. [VISITOR GIVES NAME CONTACT DETAILS] Thanks for giving me all that information, [VISITOR FIRST NAME]. Wo...
Are you part of the NHS?
No, we are a private healthcare company. This surgery is sadly not available on the NHS. Very occasionally we have had patients who have been funded by their local CCG to have the surgery with us privately, but we are not able to make the application on...