Mr von Widekind is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with extensive experience in both NHS and private practice. He was appointed Clinical Director of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Northampton General Hospital in 2009. His clinical work is based at Northampton General Hospital and Three Shires Hospital in Northampton.

He specialises in ultrasound imaging and minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery, with more than 20 years of experience in both areas. He is also the lead clinician for endometriosis at Northampton General Hospital.

Clinical expertise and approach

Mr vonWidekind focuses on minimally invasive surgery wherever possible. This approach avoids large open incisions and is designed to support:

• Faster recovery
• Less scarring
• Lower risk of infection and complications

He is highly experienced in advanced laparoscopic surgery and is able to manage many conditions without the need for conventional open surgery.

He was the first to introduce LASH (laparoscopic supracervical hysterectomy) in the East Midlands. He performs this procedure in a wide range of cases, including larger wombs that are not always considered suitable for this technique. For patients, this can mean a shorter hospital stay, often around 23 hours.

Conditions and treatments

Mr von Widekind has extensive experience in diagnosing and managing a wide range of gynaecological conditions, including:

• Ovarian cysts
• Pelvic pain
• Heavy or irregular periods
• Endometriosis
• Fibroids
• Menopause-related symptoms
• Sexual dysfunction
• Pelvic organ prolapse
• Urinary incontinence
• Genital discomfort

He uses ultrasound as a key diagnostic tool to support accurate assessment and guide treatment decisions.

One-stop clinic and rapid assessment

Mr von Widekind runs a one-stop clinic for patients with abnormal bleeding and suspected ovarian cysts.

• A typical 45-minute appointment includes:
• A full medical history
• General and gynaecological examination
• Ultrasound scan
• Biopsy, if required

This approach allows for faster diagnosis and helps patients begin appropriate treatment without unnecessary delays.

Training and experience

Mr von Widekind qualified as a doctor in Berlin, Germany, in 1988. He began his medical career at Krankenhaus Neukölln, a teaching hospital and one of the first centres in Germany to provide training in keyhole gynaecological surgery.

Here, he gained extensive experience in advanced laparoscopic procedures and developed the skills required for complex minimally invasive surgery. He was appointed to a Consultant role at a teaching hospital affiliated with Cologne University in 1998.

After previously working in England during the 1980s, he returned to the UK in 2001 and took up a Consultant post at Northampton General Hospital. Since then, he has played a key role in developing gynaecological services and has received several Clinical Excellence Awards for his contributions.

Research and innovation

Mr von Widekind has a longstanding interest in advancing laparoscopic techniques, particularly in the treatment of gynaecological infections and cancer.

He completed his doctoral thesis on laparoscopy and pelvic abscess and has presented his work at national meetings and international conferences.

His early exposure to new surgical technologies helped shape his approach to patient care, with a strong focus on minimally invasive techniques and improved outcomes.

Patient-focused care

Mr von Widekind is committed to providing effective, personalised care. By combining advanced imaging with minimally invasive surgical techniques, he aims to deliver accurate diagnosis, reduce recovery time, and improve patient outcomes.

• Gynaecological ultrasound
• Advanced laparoscopic surgery (LASH)
• Pelvic pain
• Endometriosis
• Menorrhagia

Northampton General Hospital

Teaching:

He teaches the Junior doctors and Medical students from Oxford and Leicester Universities. He instructs fellow consultants in advanced laparoscopic techniques and ultrasound. He contributed to the bestselling medical textbook “Postpartum Hemorrhage-a comprehensive guide to evaluation, management and surgical intervention.” SAPIENS PUBLISHING-ISBN 0-9552282-1-2