TESTIMONIALS

Bilateral Breast Reduction / Autoaugmentation and Liposuction

February 2024

I just wanted to say a very big THANK YOU

I am so pleased with the outcome of my surgery.

You are truely an amazing surgeon as well as a warm, charming lady.

I really can’t thank you enough.

My breasts look beautiful and the same size! They have always been different sizes and now WOW

My stomach again WOW so flat and perfect.

Joanna Skillman

I can never thank you enough

Bilateral Breast Reduction / Autoaugmentation

February 2024

Dear Jo

Just wanted to say a BIG thank you for your wonderful work on my new boobs.

I really love them… Perfect!

and thank you for getting me in so quickly.

With best wishes

Bilateral DIEP, nipple reconstruction and scar revision

June 2023 - February 2024

Dear Miss Skillman

I wanted to say thank you so much for agreeing to do my reconstruction. I’m so happy with the results! I feel normal again and much happier about the way I look. Your skill and dedication are very much appreciated.

Many thanks

Removal of Implants and Mastopexy

January 2024

To Jo

Just want to thank you from the bottom of my heart, from the first meeting with you, I knew I had picked the right surgeon for my procedure, you listened to everything I asked, and gave me some great advice, I was at ease I am over the moon and so happy with the results of my procedure, it is exactly how we discussed.

You are a amazing person compassionate, kind, very talented and I will be forever grateful to you.

Mastopexy and Unilateral Augmentation

October 2023

Dear Jo,

I cannot say thank you enough for making me feel ‘normal’ and actually like a woman!

You have completely changed my life and restored my confidence.

I am so happy with the result and that’s affirmed every time I look in the mirror!

Thank you again

Abdominoplasty and Rectus Repair

August 2023

To Jo and the team,

Thank you so much.

I’m really pleased with my tummy tuck. It looks amazing and the scar is so neat.

You truly are a skilled surgeon and a credit to your profession.

Love and thanks

Bilateral Breast Augmentation

August 2023

To Jo

Thank you so much for all your time, patience and help throughout this journey for me!

You really helped make this easier and enjoyable!

I really appreciate all your hard work!

With love

DIEP

August 2023

Dear Miss Skillman

We are forever grateful

with best wishes

I would just like you to know how immensely grateful …. and I are to you being part of the team taking care of me - We are in awe of you- you are all amazing and I felt incredibly well looked after. The team on the ward were also so attentive.

I have been fortunate to meet lovely …. - a breast cancer survivor - she has been a wonderful support sharing her experience some 12 years ago. she told me it was yourself who had carried out her surgery. She was very kind and showed me her tummy scar and reconstructed breast. I was shocked in a good way as was amazed by how good both looked. This helped me so much in my decision to go with this procedure, together with Miss Wallis, who both …and I warmed to immediately. She was so informative and reassuring.

I, although terrified about the duration of surgery, had every confidence in Miss Wallis and so when you introduced yourself to me on the morning of the surgery, I knew that I had an amazing team including the two lovely registrars - Haneen Adib being one of them.

I am recovering well and amazed by how the breast and scars are taking shape, with the added bonus of a flat tummy which is a new experience!! :)

This year has been a rollercoaster of emotions following a frightening diagnosis. However, I have been very lucky to have coped with the treatment regime really well preparing me for surgery.

I know I have had the Best of the Best and will remain forever thankful.

Wishing you every happiness and success

with our sincere gratitude

Bilateral Removal of Implants and Mastopexy

August 2023

Hi Jo

Just wanted to write to thank you for care + skill (you suit your surname!) with my surgery, I appreciate it.

It was also really interesting to hear about why / how you got into boobs!

Thank you again

Brachioplasty and Abdominoplasty

June 2023

Jo,

Thank you so much for the change you have made to my life.

I feel fantastic and my daily struggle to get dressed has gone.

I appreciate you so much and am in awe of the amount of hard work, study, practice and sacrifice it must have taken to be as fantastic as you are.

lots of love

DIEP

May 2023

Dear Jo,

I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you for making me feel like a women again.

I absolutely love my new breasts and flatter tummy

You’re amazing

Excision of cyst

March 2023

Dear Miss Skillman and Team,

Thank you so much for your care & attension.

I am delighted with the results.

Abdominoplasty

February 2023

Hello

Thank you for your email and photos, it was lovely to see you and get the all clear, and I just wanted to say thank you so much for giving me a new life that I’m certainly going to love and enjoy, looking at the photos I really couldn’t believe how bad it was and fantastic it is now, you’ve done a amazing and life changing job, I can’t thank you enough.

You’re a star  

Bilateral Breast Reduction

February 2023

Dear Ms Skillman

I would just like to say thank you very much for making me feel a bit more normal. I’m very pleased with the result and you have been really fantastic right from the start.

All the staff at The Spire have been really great too.

Kind regards

Bilateral DIEP

January 2023

Dear Miss Skillman

Would like to thank you and all medical team for my reconstruction you have really changed my life and made me feel like a women again

I am deeply grateful to you you are a amazing plastic surgeon and i am so pleased with how i now look. Thank you x

p.s also like to say Thank you to all on ward 10 for looking after me amazing x

Brachioplasty

January 2023

Dear Ms Skillman

I am absolutely thrilled with the results of my surgical procedure, thanks to your great skill, ability and attention to detail.

I can now show off my arms with confidence.

With grateful thanks

DIEP

December 2022

Dear Miss Skillman

From the bottom of my heart I would like to thank you and all Medical Team for a life changing reconstruction. The post op result is fantastic and so much more than I would have ever expected- the reconstructed breast is absolutely perfect and feels wonderful - I am so deeply grateful.

I would also like to wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Bilateral Capsulectomy and Removal of Implants

November 2022

Dear Ms Skillman

I just want to say a huge thank you for all your patience & expertise throughout my surgery journey.

You made me feel so comfortable and informed and really put me at ease.

I will forever be grateful

With thanks and best wishes

Brachioplasty and Liposuction

November 2022

To Jo,

I cant thank you enough for the work you do.

You are a credit to your profession.

Thank you for helping me on my journey.

With love

DIEP

October 2022

Dear Ms Skillman, Joe, Joe and whole team

I can’t express how grateful I am to have been so expertly and professionally cared for. What you’ve done for me and my family is difficult to put into words.

I fear free from the dreaded ‘C’ and confident to look ahead knowing that we’ve all done all we can.

The cosmetics you’ve achieved were never the most important, but I can’t tell you how overwhelmed I’ve been with the care and attention of everyone to achieve the upmost result.

I am leaving hospital feeling so lucky to have been under all your care.

Please never underestimate the value of what you do - but more importantly, the manner in which you do it.

Take care of yourselves. You are all very precious and will always be appreciated by me and my family.

Sincerely

P.s The Nursing care was outstanding too! What a Team! xxx

Breast reconstruction

October 2022

To Jo,

I would like to say a big thank you to you for helping me through my cancer journey. Although my initial mastectomy and reconstruction did not go smoothly, I always felt in good hands.

Thank you for finding the time in your busy schedule to replace my temporary implant with a permanent one before we moved up North.

Now living in Northumberland I feel that I have left my ‘cancer’ behind and I am ready to embrace the next stage of my life.

Thank you once again.

Bilateral Breast Reduction and Autoaugmentation

July 2022

Dear Jo,

Thank you for everything. Words cannot describe or do justice to how much the quality of my life has improved since the surgery. It’s been quite the journey but I will be forever thankful for your support along the way!

With love

Unilateral Mastectomy

April 2022

Dear Jo and Jackie,

This is just a little note to say a big thank you for everything you have done for me to get me to a cancer-free state! I appreciate we still have another adventure ahead ( arguably bigger! ) but I am so grateful for your care, talent, patience and personalities on the journey so far.

Warm wishes,

Bilateral Breast Augmentation with Lipomodelling

March 2022

Dearest Jo (and team)

I can’t “thank you” enough

From the very outset you were completely honest and transparent about the procedure and potential results, allowing me to make an informed decision. The way you listened, to what I wanted completely reassured me of being in the right hands. Like you, your team members are also wonderful in caring.

Thank you so much

Labiaplasty

February 2022

Dear Jo,

Thank you so much for being so kind and understanding.

I am so happy with my results and I am so grateful for all your help.

You and all the staff were brilliant beginning til end and you have made such a difference in my life.

Thank you again from

Left DIEP Flap and Nipple reconstruction

December 2021

Dear Jo,

You are an absolute wonder woman. Thank you so much for finding a way to make me feel whole again.

Have a wonderful Christmas and a fabulous New Year.

Lots of loves

Unilateral Mastectomy

December 2021

To Jo Skillman

I just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything you have done for me. Having the news that you were able to remove all the cancer has given me my life back again and I will always be grateful to yourself and your team for your amazing work.

I am hoping to be discharged from dressings this week and feel like my old self again. I am embracing the new me after the reconstruction and looking forward to a positive future.

I can’t thank you enough

Bilateral Areola Reduction

August 2021

To Joanna,

I am so pleased with my boobs, I wish I had it done sooner!

I am so happy with them, my confidence has gone through the roof and it’s all thanks to you.

You are a very talented Surgeon!

I can’t stop looking at them!

Lots of Love

DIEP

August 2021

Dear Miss Skillman,

Just wanted to say HUGE THANK YOU !!! for helping me to get back to myself.

I deeply appreciate it.

I think you are simply genius!

Bilateral Breast Reduction

July 2021

Dear Joanna Skillman,

Just wanted to say thanks so much to you and your team for my breast reduction surgery!

You did an incredible job, it has been so transformative for me already, I feel like a whole new person!

Thanks again for your time and care.

Excision of Lipoma

July 2021

Dear Jo,

Thank you so much for your time & expertise with (my husband’s) back!

From one happy wife.

DIEP, Nipple Reconstruction and Liposuction

December 2020- May 2021

Dear Ms Skillman

Just wanted to say thank you for doing such an amazing job on my surgery. I am absolutely thrilled with the results.

As you know, I done a lot of research until I found you, the perfect surgeon for me.

From our first meeting I felt such confidence in your professionalism and skill, not to mention your kindness and the fact you are so helpful that I went into surgery without an ounce of fear.

You put me back together again and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Yours sincerely

Bilateral Breast Reduction

April 2021

Dear Jo

Thank you for my amazing breast reduction, uplift. I am so unbelievably happy with the results, you really are amazing!

Kindest regards

Breast Reconstruction and DIEP

October 2017 - March 2021

Hi Joe,

Many thanks for all your wonderful skill-full work.

The reconstruction in Oct 2017 was the best but the big C came back.

The reconstruction in March 2021, which is all of me is superb. I’ve healed so well in just six months.

It has changed my life, I have more confidence than ever. I have my sparkle back and that’s thanks to you. You could of picked another patient but you chose me and I am so very thankful.

All my very best for your future.

Delayed DIEP

March 2021

Dear Ms Skillman

I’m absolutely in love with my new boob and nipple they look amazing, you truly are brilliant!

When I heard those words ‘you have cancer’ 3 years ago my whole world fell apart and life as i knew it.

Thank you for helping me put that life back together, by helping me feel better about my body again and most importantly be a happy, healthy Mummy for my children.

Kind regards and huge thanks

P.S. Hopefully next time it will be a facelift !

Bilateral Breast Reduction

March 2021

Dear Ms Skillman,

I’ve just opened your emails and attached “before + after” photos: wow!! I'm sure you’ve had lots of satisfied patients in the past- and plenty more to come- but please accept my sincere thanks for changing my life! As I said on Tuesday, I feel so much more comfortable + confident and that is all down to you + your dedicated team. Please pass on my best wishes + gratitude to everyone involved, but especially Jade and Claire whose post surgery care was second to none.

Keep up the good work!

Best wishes (and a virtual hug!)

Excision of Cyst

March 2021

You are a fantastic doctor

To Miss Jo Skillman,

Thanks for masterfully removing my sebacous cyst that the NHS would not allow to treat (low priority) The cyst was at risk of going inflamed and becoming a mess far beyond its cosmetic problem.

You did this with charming manners, fully informed and meaningful consent, a gentle touch, painless anaesthesia and superb surgical skills. The cyst was in an area rich of blood vessels and in nervation. Thanks to your safe hands all went well and healed up with no visible scar. As a fellow surgeon colleague I can deeply appreciate your superb skills and patient care.

Many thanks

DIEP and Scar Revision

May 2019 and January 2021

To Miss Skimman,,

Many thanks for everything you have done for me over the last few years.

You have always taken time to explain things and your skill is amazing.

Best wishes,

Excision of Cyst

October 2020

Dear Miss Skillman,

We hope you’ll enjoy these chocolates as a token of our gratitude for the way you managed the treatment of our son. We are all really grateful for your expertise, but on top of that, for the way you kept him hopeful through the progress of his recovery. No mean achievement, when life beyond pilonidal sinus seemed very far away and maybe beyond reach for him. Sometimes we worried that he was losing heart. Now we are looking to a life beyond covid!

We hope that you are okay in these trying times and send you our warmest greetings along with our thanks.

With a great many thanks!

Bilateral Breast Augmentation, Nipple Adjustment and Scar Revision

September 2019- September 2020

Dear Jo,

Thank you so much for everything you have done during my procedures. You’ve been amazing even though I've been a nightmare patient!

Capsulectomy, Removal of Implants and Nipple Adjustment

January 2020

To Ms Skillman,

Thank you so much for your kindness and expertise, which made the whole process leading up to and including the operation on Friday 17th January, so straight forward and reassuring.

I can’t explain how grateful I am for the wonderful result and how much of a difference it will make.

Kindest regards.

Excision of cyst

January 2020

Dear Dr Skillman,

We are writing to express our gratitude to you for the superb care you have given to our son.

From the first meeting, you gave him confidence that his chronic condition could be changed and his quality of life restored.

One week after his surgery, so it has proved. He is moving around the house, planning to do things, and optimistic about the future for the first time in months.

We are so grateful for your assured expertise in treating him.

Thank you for the time you gave to him and to us before and after his operation.

The all-round change in him, even in a few days, has been such a joy and hope to us.

Many thanks indeed.

Blepharoplasty

January 2020

Very pleased with my eyes fab job and you were so kind and reassuring the whole way through.

Thank you.

Breast Reduction and Autoaugmentation- November 2019

Labiaplasty - September 2017

Dr Skillman

Thank you so much for giving me my confidence back!

What a talented lady you are and what a truly lovely and charming one to go with! Thanks

Bilateral Brachioplasty and Liposuction

September 2019

Dear Ms Skillman,

I can’t express how much my new arms mean to me.

I’ve waited 10 years to get enough money and courage, and also find someone I felt comfortable and safe with. That person was you. You have a calming manner and you make people feel at ease. The whole experience was made so much better than I could hope. I’m healing well and everyone I’ve shown have said how good they look.

I am truly happy and can’t wait until next summer.

Yours Sincerely. x

Mastectomy and Nipple Reconstruction

September 2019

To Ms Skillman,

Just wanted to thank you personally for your wonderful support during what has been a challenging part of my life.

Your endless encouragement and support has given me positivity during the last six months and in a strange way, I am going to miss our conversations!

Enclosed is a little thank you from both (my husband) and me, so hope you enjoy it, as it’s one of our favourites.

Bilateral Breast Reduction

July 2019

Dear Jo,

We had every confidence in you right from the start, which really helped take away the stress and worry for us as parents.

This has been truly life changing for our daughter and we are delighted with the results and the care that you gave her throughout the process.

Thank you so much.

To Jo,

Words cannot express how grateful I am for what you have done for me. My surgery went so smoothly and was as much less nerve-racking than I anticipated thanks to your care.

I am wearing clothes I never would’ve been able to before and have done things I would’ve been able too self conscious to do before.

Thank you again!

Bilateral Breast Reduction

July 2019

To Miss Skillman

I really can’t thank you enough for your time, care and perfection. I can’t wait to be able to exercise again, lose weight and to go top shopping!

x

Abdominoplasty and Repair of Rectus Divarication

July 2019

To Jo

You have done such an amazing job I can’t thank you enough and is worth every penny. I am so glad that Peter McCullough gave me your name as I wouldn’t of wanted and trusted anyone else and I just wanted to buy you a little something to say thank you.

The biggest Thank you ever

Love From

Mastectomy and Immediate Bilateral DIEP Reconstruction

May 2019

I am so grateful and cannot tell you how much this operation has changed my life. Thank you and all your team for your patience and kindness.

Excision of cyst

May 2019

To Miss Skillman

Many thanks for your care and attention on the removal of my lump! Knowledge of procedures is scary when you are on the receiving end, however I didn’t feel a thing so thank you once again.

Best Wishes

Renewal of Prosthesis for Left Breast

March 2019

Dear Miss Skillman

Just a note to thank you and your team for your care of me leading up to during and after my operation I am pleased with the results and feel quite perky again.

Thanks

DIEP Breast Reconstruction

February 2019

To Jo and Team

Thank you for seeing me through my op.

You do amazing work.

Best wishes

Liposuction of Subcutaneous Tissue

December 2018

To Miss Skillman

Thank you so much for your patience and expertise!

With huge gratitude.

Left removal of LD and DIEP right breast reduction

Op September 2016

Dear Mrs Skillman,

I am sure that you will be pleased to know that in February Miss Bright-Thomas made a new nipple for the breast you created for me, and I have recently had 2 lots of tattoos done.

I have to tell you that I am ridiculously pleased with the result!

so, once again, a great big ‘thank you’.

Have a wonderful Christmas.

DIEP Breast Reconstruction

October 2018

I greatly appreciate everything you have done.

You have an amazing talent.

Botox

2015- Present

Dear Joanna

I just wanted you to know how much you make me feel good about myself.

You are a kind soul- I can tell.

I know it’s your job, though it’s almost like seeing a friend. I wish you every happiness until we next meet.

Mastectomy

September 2018

To, Joanna Skillman and Team

(Breast cancer patient)

I had a mastectomy in 2007-followed by another surgery (breast cancer came back) in 2011-then had chemo followed by radiotherapy. It has been a long hard battle - But I am there!!

This year 2018 - You and your team - put me back together, Thank you!!! I feel a completely different person. You are all amazing xxxx

• You are all a massive credit to your profession. And I am so glad to praise you, for you understanding and care you have shown me. Thank you.

Abdominoplasty

September 2018

Dear Joanna,

I just wanted to say a truly heartfelt thank you for firstly agreeing to operate on me, also for simply being you! You're such a genuine, kind, down to earth women and I felt so at ease talking to you and knowing I was in your safe hands.

The biggest thanks is for what you have done for me, the physical change that comes with this op, knowing that once healed I can lift my children up with ease, cuddle my baby without having to re-adjust his position or wincing in pain, I’ll have some more independence as I shall be able to now do some things that I have previously had to rely on others to do because of the abdominal pain it would cause. Even my bathroom habits have already changed for the better.

Finally what you have done for me and my confidence is already phenomenal!! At long last I can feel confident and sexy both in and out of my clothes. This has made an impact on my relationship and even my social life.

I hope you like your gift because it was carefully chosen ‘a friendship knot’ because I can say hand on heart that I will NEVER forget you and what you have done for my life Joanna.

Much Love
xx

DIEP Breast Reconstruction

July 2018

To Miss Skillman

Just a little something to say thank you for everything you have done for me. It feels like you have given me my life back.

Thanks from and my parents too.

A very grateful patient.

x

Facelift

July 2018

To Ms Skillman

“Thank you” for making me happy to look in the mirror again! kind regards

xxx

Breast Reconstruction

July 2018

Thank you for everything, putting me back together again, making me feel whole and human once more.

Many many thanks.

Nipple Reconstruction

July 2018

Thank you for making me complete again and even better. You also have a great team working with you.

Many thanks

From us both

x

Fat Transfer to Breast

June 2018

I can’t thank you enough for all you have done for me……

Dearest Jo (Miss Skillman)

I don’t say this lightly, but if ever there was an ANGEL heaven sent, it must be you.

Thank you for your compassion and brilliant skills as a surgeon you have bestowed upon me. You are a very special talented person. I will be eternally grateful for you restoring my femininity.

Keep doing what your doing.

Breast Reconstruction DIEP Flap

June 2018

To Jo

…. Words will never be enough to thank you for what you have done for me….

They say angels work amongst us and now I can say I’ve met one!!

Thank you again.

Breast Augmentation

June 2018

To Jo,

Just wanted to say a huge thank you for everything you’ve done for me and for being so kind and caring.

You’re amazing at what you do!

Bilateral Breast Reduction

June 2018

Thank you so much for everything! You have made me so much happier!

Thank you again!

April 2018

Dear Mrs Skillman

I felt I must write to sincerely thank you and your team for the expert treatment my husband received whilst in your care after a recent gardening accident.

On 6th March my husband seriously injured his hand using a chainsaw and as a result severed his ring finger and damaged his index finger and thumb. Subsequently he was in theatre, under your care, for over seven hours.

I would like to thank you on behalf of my husband, myself and our two daughters for everything you did during the operation. The girls and I were also very grateful that you took the time afterwards to talk through my husbands injuries, clarify what had been accomplished during surgery and to explain the process. It was extremely reassuring to be able to talk to you and also very kind of you to spare us that time.

Currently my husband is doing well. He is undergoing intensive physio therapy and will hopefully regain the use of the finger that you worked so hard to save. You and your team have been truly fabulous. Your tremendous skill in the operating theatre and your kindness afterwards is greatly appreciated by all of us. Thank you so much.

Revision Breast Reduction

April 2018

Dear Miss Skillman

Many thanks for your outstanding care and attention - it’s been a long road for me, but the results are well worth it. A BIG ‘thank you’! 

Best wishes

Gynaecological Reconstruction

March 2018

Dear Ms Skillman,

Thank you for your kindness to me, we met Mr Ahluwalia who was also very helpful. He advised me that I could attend his clinic at Walsgrave Hospital and receive treatment as a national health patient.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness

God bless you

Bilateral Breast Reconstruction

February 2018

I am writing to tell you how much I am obliged to you for your devoted surgical treatment of my twin sister on Friday 22nd February.

Thank you ever so much for everything you and your team have done for my sister.

With the very kindest regard.

Bilateral Breast Augmentation

February 2018

To Jo,

Just to say a very BIG thank you for your patience, your support and for doing such an amazing job…

Bilateral Breast Augmentation

December 2017

To Joanna

A Huge Thank you.

I can’t thank you enough for the confidence you have given me! I was so nervous from start to finish and you have been so supportive. I am so pleased with the outcome and can’t wait to wear all the clothes that will now look amazing with my new additions.

Again thanks again

from x

Abdominoplasty

Dear Joanna,

Please can I take the time to thank you so much for the surgery your performed on me. I am so happy that I got the best plastic surgeon ever. 

Thanks again, Regards.

Breast Reconstruction

Dear Miss Skillman,

I had to write and express how happy I am with the treatment I have received from you and your colleagues.

I recently had to have a breast reconstruction and I am extremely pleased with the results.

Not only that but I was treated very respectfully  by you and you and your team and I really appreciate it.

Thank you very much again!

Abdominoplasty

Dear Jo, 

Thanks once again for your expert skills, care and kindness pre and post my surgery. I am one very happy lady!-

Best wishes

Breast Reconstruction

I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to you and to your team on performing my breast reconstruction. Not only is it the physical look but it gives me such pride and confidence of having a perfect pair of breasts- to me this is priceless.

Thank you so so much

Bilateral Breast Augmentation

I can't thank you enough for the confidence you have given me! I was se nervous from start to finish and you have been so supportive. I am so pleased with the outcome and can't wait to wear all the clothes that will now look amazing with my new additions.

Again thanks again

Bilateral Breast Augmentation

August 2017

I had a breast enlargement and it was the best decision I've ever made.   Saving hard for 15 years, Jo finally made my dream come true. She advised what shape would look best, as I had a very pronounced dip between my breasts. Having this operation has given me the confidence to meet new people and start my business.

Jo has done a fantastic job and I'm forever grateful.

Thank you Jo. From the happiest woman alive xx.

Bilateral Breast Reduction

August 2017

After years of consideration I finally had a breast reduction.  I wanted to find a compassionate and talented surgeon and that's exactly what I found in Ms Skillman!  From the moment I met her, I knew, not only that she was a fantastic surgeon (artist!) but also a very kind individual.

I couldn't be any happier with my new breasts and the experience has been life changing for me. I will be forever grateful!

Thank you Ms Skillman xx

Bilateral Breast Reduction

11 July 2017, Op 25th May 2017

I have received the very best care and attention from Jo, following my decision to undergo a breast reduction.  The decision was not taken lightly and I'd seen another surgeon prior to meeting Jo. Having not felt satisfied that the surgery was right for me, Jo put my mind at rest and reassured me with clinical facts and emotional support.  The operation prior, during and post was excellent.  I was happy with the results on day one and am thrilled with the difference the procedure has made to my life and mindset, which is now nearly 3 months on.  Good advice, practical and emotional, help and support has meant I have been completely happy with the treatment I have received. I would (and have) recommend that anyone who might want simply preoperative information in the first instance to contact Jo. She is excellent.

Huge Thanks.

Bilateral Breast Augmentation

15th September, Op date: 8th August 2017

I had been wanting this operation for many years and finally decide to go for it. When I had my consultation with Jo, I knew she was the right surgeon for me.  She understood what I wanted to achieve and the reasons why.

Having small boobs affected my confidence in terms of the clothes I was / wasn't able to wear - nobody really knew how much.  But I am OVER THE MOON with the result. They look totally natural and my confidence about my body has sky rocketed.  I cannot thank Jo enough for the care and advice I received - second to none.  All of my worries were eased, whenever I had questions and it just confirmed why I chose her in the first place.  Big, big thanks to the nurses, who provided excellent care.  I LOVE the new me and here's to wearing whatever I want!

Huge, huge thanks!

Bilateral Brachioplasty

February 2017

To Miss Skillman

Thank you so very much for helping me achieve happiness and confidence after many years of obstacles and upset.

I will forever be grateful.

Best Wishes

Circumferential body lift - July 2015

Liposuction 2017

Just a quick note to say thank you. You have done a remarkable job. You really have transformed my life. Also thanks for going the extra mile with the top half being sorted as well.

I’m going on holiday next month and for the first time in many many years I shall be sunbathing without wearing a t-shirt.

Thanks

I have enclosed a couple of photos to show the transformation. Feel free to use them if you need to show your handiwork.

DIEP

December 2016

Jo

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to have the op before you came back to work.

I feel I will be much happier now as it is so much more natural. It moves with me and feels part of me rather than the implant which felt false and uncomfortable.

Hopefully I won’t feel so self conscious now.

I’ve now got my life back as me!

Thank you again

Excision of BCC and Bilobed Flap

November 2016

I would like to say a Huge “Thank you” to you and your team for all your “wonderful” Care and attention during my operation also so pleased with the outcome.

“Hoping you all Have a Wonderful Christmas”

Kind Regards

Repair of Forehead Laceration

November 2016

Dear Jo,

Just to say a massive thank you for your assistance and surgical expertise with,

The scar is healing beautifully- we are all most grateful.

With very best wishes

Fracture Repair

October 2016

Dear Ms Skillman,

I just wanted to say a huge Thank you for saving my finger, it means a lot to me as I got married this year and had to have my wedding ring cut off!

Many, many thanks again.

Revision Bilateral Breast Augmentation and Lipomodelling

September 2016

To Jo,

Just a little note to say a huge thank you for working your magic and making me feel confident in my body again. I know I wasn’t the easiest patient to “fix” but feel you used every option available to give me the best result and rectify my previous botch job!

Thank you for listening to my concerns and being so helpful.

Many thanks

Bilateral Mastectomy, Dermal Sling and Nipple Adjustment with Expanders

February 2016

To Miss Skillman,

I just wanted to say Thank you for your advice and support with my surgery.

I appreciated your straight talking which allowed me to make the right decision for me and I am very happy with the results.

Right Dermal Sling and Implant Reconstruction

October 2015

To Miss Joanna Skillman and team

We both would like to thank you all very much, for all your care, kindness and amazing surgery techniques, that have given me great boobs and a fab nipple!

Forever Thankful,

XXX

Bilateral Implants for Tuberous Breasts

August 2015

To Dr Skillman,

There is not any words I could use to explain exactly how grateful I really am!!

You’ve changed my life!

Thank you!!

Love From,

x x x x

Breast Augmentation

I had been wanting this op for a very long time and after turning 18 I couldn't wait any longer.  However, I did’t get off to a good start - after being cancelled by 2 different surgeons from a clinic in Birmingham, I lost all hope.  I gave it one more go and after meeting Miss Skillman, I knew she was the right one.  Everything went perfectly and I cannot thank her enough.  Miss Skillman has done a wonderful job - I couldn’t be happier.

Thank you Miss Skillman, you have been amazing through all of this and I don’t have a bad word to say about me whole experience with you.  You have made me feel so comfortable from the start.

Breast lift and tummy tuck

February 2014

For many years I'd been unhappy with my tummy and finally got the courage to do something about it.  From my first appointment with Miss Skillman I knew I was in safe hands.  She is kind, caring and wasn't phased by my list of questions.  She explained everything so I could understand and it was clear that she is an expert.  Miss Skillman undertook both procedures together and the aftercare I received from both her and the nurses who looked after me on the ward was first class. I am now a different person and I am so grateful to Miss Skillman for making me the new me. Thank you. x

Bilateral Breast Reduction

August 2013

I had been considering this operation for many years and finally came to see Jo Skillman in February and the operation went ahead in May.  Everything went well with the the operation and after.  I cannot thank everyone enough for the care and concern I was shown after the operation.  I now have breasts that are the right size for me thanks to Jo and her team.  I have and will continue to recommend Jo to everyone who asks.  She is a lovely person and an excellent surgeon.

Bilateral Breast Reduction

July 2013

Having considered breast reduction surgery for the past 7 years, it wasn’t until meeting Jo Skillman that I was positive that I wanted to go ahead. Her personable and caring approach made me feel relaxed and that I was in very safe hands.

Now post operation, I am more than happy with the final result. Jo has helped me achieve breasts that are in keeping with the rest of my body and have improved my quality of life.

I can’t thank you enough!

Tummy Tuck

July 2013

“This is something I had been considering for 6 years since the birth of my second child, where my tummy muscles separated during pregnancy.  This caused a large separation (3cm) and lots of baggy skin on the tummy.  For 6 years I couldn’t even bear to show my husband, I was so embarrassed and self conscious.  It totally affected my confidence.  Then I met Jo and felt totally at ease and I knew she would help me.  I had absolutely no doubts about the operation and even afterwards, I did’t feel as bad as I’d imagined.  Yes, it was very uncomfortable, but each day got better and with support at home I made a fantastic recovery.  Thank you Jo, so much”

Bilateral Breast reduction

June 2013

From the first moment I met Jo Skillman, I knew I had found the right consultant for this procedure.  It wasn’t just her CV and extensive experience, it was her warmth and listening ability. It was very clear to me that her work is a true vocation.  I didn't realise I was able to trust someone as completely as I did her.

Now in the post operative phase, as I write this, I am absolutely thrilled with the results of my surgery.  The surgery may not have saved my life but it has given a large (no pun intended!) part of my life back to me, for this, I have Jo Skillman to thank and I will never forget her care, calm reassurance and expertise. THANK YOU!

DIEP

To Ms Skillman and Team

Thank you for everything you have done for me.

I can not put into words how I feel or how to thank you. You have made such a difference to how I feel towards myself and how I feel on a daily basis.

Forever thankful.

To Team Joanna + all the staff

Jo, thanks foe making me ‘whole’ again- you’re one exceptional plastic surgeon!

Words can’t express the gratitude I feel for the wonderful work you have all done to help me get my life back on course.

Now looking forward to my 50th birthday celebrations next year and getting back to how I used to be!

Love and hugs from

xxxxx

Facelift

My name is, and I am in my early 60s.  I had been considering cosmetic surgery for over 15 years.  In that time it wasn’t just my upper and lower eyelids I wanted doing, but my neck had gone as well.

The Spire Southbank in Worcester was googled and one name seemed to stick out to me more that the other surgeon’s. The name was Miss Joanna Skillman.

I phoned the hospital and spoke to a lady called Leanne.  She was so kind and less than 24 hours later, she had sorted out an appointment date, and a [possible] date for the operation.

After my first consultation, Joanna had listened to me at great length, about what I wanted to change. Joanna then carefully [went] back through all the different things in detail, and at the same time carefully making her own notes.  Joanna did not give me any false hopes, about what she could or could not achieve, and as was explained, she did not want to give me a windswept look, but a natural look.  When I left the hospital, I felt completely satisfied with how it had all gone.

I had a second consultation with Joanna before the operation and I know my trust was in her to do it.

I had my operation of the 1st of July and when I went down to theatre, I had no second thoughts.

As I had 2 procedures done in one go, the operation took over 6 hours.  I was in the recovery room for 1 1/2 hours and was taken great care of by Adam.

I would also like to thank the anaesthetist who also took extremely good care of me, during my operation and right up to my discharge from the hospital.

The day after my operation, Joanna came to see me, when she got a mirror I was amazed at the change I could see in my face.  She saw me three times that day, even though it was her day off.

Again, on her day off one week later, Joanna came in to take out my stitches, she took the clips on 30th July.

I personally can not thank or praise Joanna enough for all her care, kindness and her dedication towards me.  I know if I ever wanted anything else done, I would never go anywhere else.  Anyone thinking of any cosmetic procedure. I can highly recommend Joanna Skillman.  She is a first class surgeon, high in her field and cares passionately about what she does. 

All the staff at the hospital, are very kind and caring.  I would use this hospital and Joanna Skillman again.

Thank you to you all.

Bilateral Breast Reduction

Dear Miss Skillman,

“Thank you” are two slightly inadequate words to express the difference the breast reduction surgery has made.

I have spent years feeling self conscious and ungainly with 36K breasts on a 5’ 3” frame. It’s only 3 weeks from the surgery and I can’t believe how pretty and proportionate my ‘new’ breasts are.(and healed)

I’ve been very interested in clothes for over a decade not really feeling much will look nice on me and therefore making little effort.

Since the surgery I have bought a Xmas party dress (midnight blue velvet!) two fitted tops and a jacket! I see an elegant decade ahead! Having daughters (at a mature age) I don’t think I will letting them down from now on!

It’s unusual to meet an ‘expert’ who communications so clearly and warmly- So it’s been a pleasure meeting. I feel lucky it was you who did my surgery.

Enclosed a tiny thank you for a big change to my life. In our house we have a family cinema outing- hope you do too!!

All the best,

DIEP Breast Reconstruction

Dear Miss Skillman and awesome team!

The decision to take this operation was a very difficult one as you know.

I can now say it was the right one and can’t only say “THANK YOU’ for helping me to feel feminine again.

Love From

To Miss Skillman.

Thanks for giving me my life back, and for all you've done. Once again thanks. 

Thank you to everyone in the proceed of my operation.

Thank you all for saving my life.

My family and myself cannot thank you all enough.

All the hard work effort and the up most consideration has been much appreciated thank you.

Excision of Cyst

July 2012

To Ms Skillman

Thank you so much for taking this cyst off my face, I am so grateful! I feel so much more confident now, the scar is so small nobody really notices it.

I love it, Thank you very much

From

x

Mastectomy and Implant Reconstruction

February 2012

Dear Jo

Just a few words to thank you and your team the wonderful treatment of my dear wife.

Super heroes and superstars are words used far to often but to me you are all of these and super people to.

You all should be very proud.

Yours Sincerely

DIEP

January 2012

Jo,

Thanks for making me whole again!!

Your care and kindness is very much appreciated.

Kind regards.

Mastectomy and Immediate DIEP

August 2010

Thank You Jo for everything you have done for me.

With Very Best Wishes

xx

DIEP Implant

To Doctor Skillman

Thank you for all your years of study and sacrifice that has made you a fantastic surgeon who changes lives.

You have given me back my sparkle and sense of well being.

Me and my family are eternally grateful and thank god that you were there for me. May everyday be one of joy and you continue to shine in the world.

Wishing you a life of laughter and love xx

Miss Skillman,

I just wanted to say a huge thank-you for taking such great care of me, and making something that could be quite scary such a wonderful experience!

All the best,

x

Dear Miss Skillman,

I just wanted to thank you so much-

My operation has made such a difference to my life. I’m off to Uni on Saturday feeling the most confident I’ve ever been!

Thanks again. x

To Jo Skillman

The phone call after theatre was VERY much appreciated-

Thank you

x

To Miss Skillman

Thank you for all you have done for me.

It’s made me feel so much better about myself!

Big hugs

From xx