Mr Ahmed Othman provides specialist cardiac and complex aortic surgery for patients travelling to the United Kingdom for private treatment.
Initial assessment can be arranged either remotely or in person. Many patients begin with a review of imaging and medical reports, followed by a structured consultation to clarify diagnosis, treatment options, and whether travel to the UK is appropriate.
Once a treatment plan is agreed, arrangements are coordinated to ensure the process is clear and manageable.
Your care is supported throughout by a dedicated team, who will remain in close contact and guide you through travel arrangements, timing, and accommodation in Liverpool.
This includes:
You will be advised when to arrive in Liverpool, and whether a short period before admission is recommended for assessment or preparation.
A detailed quotation is provided in advance. This includes hospital costs, together with surgical and anaesthetic fees, presented as a clear breakdown.
In some cases, it may be advisable to travel to Liverpool a few days before the planned operation.
This allows time for:
Admission is to the private ward at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital.
Patients are cared for in The Rowan Suite, a dedicated private facility within the hospital.
You will be admitted the day before your operation, allowing time for final preparation and review.
After surgery:
After discharge from hospital, it is often advisable to remain in Liverpool for a short period before travelling home.
In many cases, this is around one to two weeks and allows for:
Follow-up can be arranged in a way that is practical and appropriate.
This may include:
Suitability for travel is assessed individually based on your condition, overall health, and the urgency of treatment.
In many cases, this can be determined through review of your imaging and medical reports, followed by a structured consultation. This allows a clear recommendation on whether travelling to the UK is appropriate and safe in your situation.
Initial assessment is usually carried out remotely.
Your imaging, medical history, and clinical reports are reviewed in detail, followed by a consultation to clarify your diagnosis and discuss treatment options. This ensures that any recommendation for surgery is made with a full understanding of your condition before travel is arranged.
Once your assessment is complete and a treatment plan is agreed, arrangements can usually be made within a few weeks.
Timing depends on the complexity of your condition and whether any additional investigations are required before surgery. These are organised efficiently to allow the process to move forward without unnecessary delay.
Most patients remain in hospital for around one week following surgery.
After discharge, it is often advisable to stay in Liverpool for a further period, typically one to two weeks, to allow for early recovery and follow-up assessment before travelling home.
The exact duration is guided by your procedure and recovery.
Travel is only recommended once it is considered safe for you to do so.
Before returning home, your recovery is reviewed carefully, and a follow-up assessment is usually carried out to confirm that you are fit to travel. This ensures that your journey home is planned safely and at the appropriate time.
Follow-up is arranged in a way that is practical and appropriate for you.
This may include remote consultation, coordination with your local cardiologist, and review of any imaging performed in your home country. This allows your recovery and longer-term care to be monitored without unnecessary travel.
You will be provided with clear contact details before leaving the UK so that you can seek advice if needed after returning home.
Concerns can be reviewed remotely, and where appropriate, coordinated with your local healthcare providers to ensure you continue to receive appropriate care.