Info on Dr Phillip Thomas SRS in UK

[Nigella]

Hi there, I was wanting to know if anyone on this site has heard of and have experience of Phillip Thomas' work here in the UK. Under my GID clinic and NHS I can be referred next year for SRS.

I know many on this site are USA but just if on the off chance someone out there has any info. This is a serious decision and I was thinking if results aren't good then any recommendations. Otherwise I would have to wait and save up to go private and abroad.

Many thanks

Stardust

[vanna]

Well and my personal view only

I would very much save up for as long it takes..however if you really want to go nhs i can pm you another place where a few Thomas girls post.

You get what you pay for though.

[Nigella]

Well and my personal view only

I would very much save up for as long it takes..however if you really want to go nhs i can pm you another place where a few Thomas girls post.

Thanks n could you PM me so I can make an informed decision.

Stardust

[vanna]

No problem,

pm on the way 

[Nigella]

Thanks

Stardust

[Buffy]

Hi Stardust,

I saw all the UK Surgeons, Phil Thomas amongst them when looking at SRS surgeons. I am English but left the UK after SRS after going through the GIC at Leicester.

I eventually decided to go abroad for my SRS.

As in previous posts, my opinions are personal and again more information can be given in a PM.

Rebecca

[Jay]

I'm live in the UK and I was told that only Dr Ralph does the SRS.. however it might only be for FTMs not MTFs.... not sure..

If you have any info could you pass it to me please?

I'm going through the NHS because I cant afford the money..

[Naturally Blonde]

Hi there, I was wanting to know if anyone on this site has heard of and have experience of Phillip Thomas' work here in the UK. Under my GID clinic and NHS I can be referred next year for SRS.

I know many on this site are USA but just if on the off chance someone out there has any info. This is a serious decision and I was thinking if results aren't good then any recommendations. Otherwise I would have to wait and save up to go private and abroad.

Many thanks

Stardust

Phil Thomas used to work for James Bellringer at Charing Cross Hospital and he now does work privately as well as NHS. I'd also like to know what his success rate is as well?

I'm at the point where my PCT are in decision discussions wether they will provide funding for me or not. I am worried that the NHS surgeons in general are not up to the same standard as those overseas. I would also like any feedback on NHS surgeons, good or bad?

[Jay]

I'm at the point where my PCT are in decision discussions wether they will provide funding for me or not.

Are they deciding to fund for you to have it abroad?

[Nigella]

Are they deciding to fund for you to have it abroad?

I might be wrong Jay but I think NHS only fund srs done in Uk. It would be great if they funded it abroad as well to give you choice.

Stardust

[vanna]

i have never heard of a pct funding abroad infact the british government recently announced this in a NHS press release.

If it happens you were very fortunate.

Each to their own but nhs srs is for people who cannot possibly afford a quality surgeon i think most of us know which one of those names mentioned has a very unflattering nickname attached to his srs 

[Naturally Blonde]

I might be wrong Jay but I think NHS only fund srs done in Uk. It would be great if they funded it abroad as well to give you choice.

Stardust

To answer both Jay and Stardust, you wouldn't get NHS funding to have surgery outside of the U.K. Which is why is very difficult to know if there are any competent GRS surgeons within the U.K up to the job. My feedback over the last few years tells me otherwise and that surgeons outside of the U.K are more competent and much better at that particular surgery.

[Naturally Blonde]

I am seeking information regarding GRS surgeons in the U.K. other than James Bellringer and Phil Thomas?

I have tried surfing the net for U.K GRS surgeons but this has been difficult and I haven't found much information. If anyone can provide any information it would be very helpful?

[Chrissty]

I am seeking information regarding GRS surgeons in the U.K. other than James Bellringer and Phil Thomas?

I have tried surfing the net for U.K GRS surgeons but this has been difficult and I haven't found much information. If anyone can provide any information it would be very helpful?

The only thing I have noticed is that most of the UK surgeons seem to be doing GRS as only a small percentage of their work. Hence they will be found under Urology and will not easily be found on GRS or gender web searches.

I saw a TV program on "Miss Evans" performing GRS in the UK, but she admitted to doing only around 6 operations a year. Although she was caring and careful, I was more than a little concerned about how little she seemed to know about GID (well it came across that way).

Maybe if you try posting your request on one or more of the UK Forums?

Chrissty

[Jay]

I might be wrong Jay but I think NHS only fund srs done in Uk. It would be great if they funded it abroad as well to give you choice.

Stardust

Stardust, when I was talking with my therapist she said that they occasionally give funding for surgeons in Berlin.. Not sure what place they where talking about though. Couldn't give you a name. But you have to present a damn good case for why you want funding outside the UK for.

Jay

[Naturally Blonde]

The only thing I have noticed is that most of the UK surgeons seem to be doing GRS as only a small percentage of their work. Hence they will be found under Urology and will not easily be found on GRS or gender web searches.

I saw a TV program on "Miss Evans" performing GRS in the UK, but she admitted to doing only around 6 operations a year. Although she was caring and careful, I was more than a little concerned about how little she seemed to know about GID (well it came across that way).

Maybe if you try posting your request on one or more of the UK Forums?

Chrissty

Chrissy, I have posted on a few forums but this seems to be the best one.

I saw the Miss Evans programme. Surgeons are not usually expected to know about GID but Psychiatrists and endocrinologists are.

[Chrissty]

Chrissy, I have posted on a few forums but this seems to be the best one.
I saw the Miss Evans programme. Surgeons are not usually expected to know about GID but Psychiatrists and endocrinologists are.

Well, I have to agree with your first statement, but there is always a chance of some local knowledge.

In terms of what surgeons know of GID, I think if they are treating a patient then they should take a little interest. 

Like I said before it does seem that we will not find it so easy to identify surgeons in the UK and their results, because the work may be handled in a low profile way, with few repetitions. If I ever get there, I think I will be selling the car and heading off-shore.

On a side note, I thought the scariest thing on the Miss Evans program was telling her patients avoiding coughing at all costs when post-Op, for fear of ejecting the new plumbing. Not something I had really thought about before then.

Chrissty

[Naturally Blonde]

Well, I have to agree with your first statement, but there is always a chance of some local knowledge.

In terms of what surgeons know of GID, I think if they are treating a patient then they should take a little interest. 

Like I said before it does seem that we will not find it so easy to identify surgeons in the UK and their results, because the work may be handled in a low profile way, with few repetitions. If I ever get there, I think I will be selling the car and heading off-shore.

On a side note, I thought the scariest thing on the Miss Evans program was telling her patients avoiding coughing at all costs when post-Op, for fear of ejecting the new plumbing. Not something I had really thought about before then.

Chrissty

From most feedback I've had over the years it does seem that the U.K is best avoided for this type of operation despite the possibility of help with NHS funding.