Dr Simon Aylwin

Simon is an experienced and open minded Consultant. I think this is essential as Endocrinology is a very fast changing field of medicine, and openness to new ideas is critical. I can discuss issues very openly with him and feel well informed when he takes the time to explain the rationale of his thinking. He is a very busy man, so unfortunately it is sometimes difficult to obtain prompt administrative things outside of the Consultation, such as any prescription or test request which may be slightly out of the ordinary or need some amendment. Perhaps the price to be paid for someone in demand.

I have seen Dr Aylwin several times and cannot fault his help ,manner or professional conduct.

I found the whole experience very good. Firstly from the medical aspect I felt very confident with Dr Aylwin. He is very knowledgeable and experienced. He asked very clear straightforward questions and immediately recognised key issues and concerns. He explained the biology to me very well and was decisive in determining next steps. He also understood why I might be particularly anxious having a family history of a specific health issue and put his responses in this context as well without me having to ask. I also found Dr Aylwin's private practice manager Michelle both efficient and very kind. I do not like heights, and particularly glass lifts in tall buildings, and felt very anxious about this. She noted this and wrote to me after my telephone call to say that she was in fact going to be in on the day of my appointment and would come and meet me which she did. Her understanding, thoughtfulness and humour really made a difference to me both in the run up to the appointment and on the day. Dr Aylwin also asked if I needed help going back down in the lift. Over the past few days when I have attended for other tests other staff in the building have gone out of their way to help me with the lifts. Thank you

Lacks emotional intelligence, not very good at explaining the diagnosis and how that was achieved.

Always a pleasure, kind, polite and looks at the big picture. Explains everything clearly based on what I’ve told him.

Dr Simon Aylwin is an excellent endocrinologist. He listens attentively, has a good sense of humour and makes one feel completely at ease. He explained clearly to me and to my GP what my condition is.

Very professional and thorough, covering all areas of my condition. Highly recommend

Professional, great manner

I had issues with the medication I was taking and he was the only doctor that was able to help me. He is really great.

Dr Aylwin was the third endocrinologist I saw. He took the time to really listen to me and what I was going through, he spent time reviewing my test results and gave me options. This was extremely valuable as with the other specialists I saw before him, I didn’t feel heard, and I felt like I had no options. He took the time to answer questions and explain things to me. Thanks to Dr Aylwin, I am currently in remission and off the medication for almost 7 months. I still am having to have blood controls but I feel like even if it flares up, I have a doctor I trust and feel comfortable with. I wouldn’t be in the condition I am today if it wasn’t for him.

Really good manner. Thorough knowledge of my condition. Very quick in terms of follow up and what we should be doing next. Would recomend.

Dr. Aylwin is precise in his explanation, very friendly and patiently answers all the questions one might have. I would highly recommend him.

I am very pleased to have been under Dr Aylwin's care over the past year. Not only is he a clear expert in his field, but he really listens to you and takes a pragmatic approach to your care based on your individual needs and circumstances. I can sometimes be a little anxious regarding my health, but Dr Aylwin always makes me feel reassured and comfortable in my consultations, I trust him very much and this is so important in a consultant. His medical secretaries are also very kind and always contactable.

I received superb service from everyone at London Bridge during the period since Dr Aylwin confirmed that I had an active Adrenal Tumour. I cannot praise more highly the kind and sensitive way Dr Aylwin dealt with and explained the whole situation. The diagnosis came as a shock to me but Dr Aylwin was calm and re-assuring at all times. When the tests showed that the adrenal gland and tumour had to be removed, he put me in the hands of the most experienced surgeon in this area of expertise -Mr Johnathan Hubbard. Dr Aylwin has always explained things very well and the follow up since surgery has been excellent.

I am really happy to be under the care of Dr Aylwin for a parathyroid condition. After some research and asking around, I consulted with Dr Aylwin. I find Dr Aylwin is a very knowledgeable, meticulous, and approachable medical professional that always takes every effort to gather all my medical care and wellbeing information before consultations. I would describe his bedside manner as professionally frank and straight facedly witty. I have had my moments of thinking I am about to die from my latest perceived or real symptom and he is never dismissive but notes and deals with every medical and psychological concern I told him about. He is clear on what he can help with and sets out what more I may consider to deal with the other medical issues he is aware of. I find him innovative and responsible in his approach to what turned out over time to be a more complex parathyroid issue for me. He considered different medical treatment options, medication etc., to try and help me. My questions to him are answered and he explained where the science was with somethings I asked about. Since surgery earlier this year he has worked effectively with my surgeon and GP to provide me with ongoing post-surgery treatment. During the lockdown he still consulted with me and kept my GP timely informed as I am requiring some monitoring still. I have had scans and blood tests when the other nurses and doctors see that he is the requesting doctor, always smile and say, that I am in good hands with ‘Simon’.

My appointment was cancelled and I wasn't told. I travelled all the way to the clinic only to find that the consultant was on leave. I've been struggling very seriously with my health so this was a devastating blow to my well-being.

Clear, constructive and thorough.

As always, excellent. I feel I am in the best possible hands with regards to the handling and management of my symptoms.

I was very impressed by Dr Aylwin, the very first time I met him. He was very friendly and patient and therefore talking to him was made easy. His showed good understanding of my complex problems. His supportive manner, thorough and clear explanation of my condition and the treatment options available helped me to make a meaningful decision about the choice of treatment to pursue. He is highly recommended.

I found Dr Aylwin to have a very personable manner, and an instinctive talent which goes above and beyond the skills expected of a specialist.