Feedback from both colleagues (21) and patients (17) has been positive with 30 ratings that were very good and the mean percentage score of 90%. Some comments have been included below:

  • “Mr Bladen is a very good doctor. Patients like to see him and he is very efficient and caring.”
  • “I am so glad that I got the opportunity to work with this brilliant doctor.”
  • “Mr Bladen is a delight to work with, he is kind and listens to all of his patients needs and wants.”
  • “Dr John Bladen has worked hard to develop his area of specialism over recent months, and is well-liked by patients and staff alike.”
  • “A superb colleague, very consciousness about patients and colleague. Will make a hugely positive impact for patients and the NHS as a whole.”
  • “Excellent teacher, enthusiastic about training junior colleagues (ophthalmology trainees and nursing staff) to reach their potential.”
  • “Mr Bladen is an excellent clinician and teacher. He uses a strong evidence based approach to managing his patients to offer them the highest level of care. I have benefited greatly from his experience in clinic and theatre.”
  • “He is well liked by patients and staff and is very approachable and always keen to help.”
  • “A very knowledgeable yet approachable clinical supervisor. I have greatly enjoyed my surgical experience with Mr Bladen and in particular in running aspects of the list which is a new unique skill set not well taught elsewhere.”
  • “Always positive and enthusiastic Mr Bladen encompasses many aspects of a consultant that I would like to model into my own practice.”