Urology

Ross Hall Clinic Braehead's advanced equipment, facilities and forward-thinking approach ensure the efficient treatment of a wide variety of urological conditions all under one roof. Offering fast access to leading Urologists and modern facilities allows us to consistently offer you exceptional care for private urological diagnostics and treatment.

We have a dedicated private prostate cancer centre at the hospital offering rapid diagnosis, with blood tests, MRI and biopsy as well as state of the art treatment services. Patients will receive reassurance for prostate symptoms and, if required, a tailored treatment plan and distinct ongoing care from dedicated urologists, oncologists and cancer nurse specialists.

Read our dedicated page on the Prostate Cancer Centre.

The leading urology clinicians work in unison with other medical professionals, including radiographers, physiotherapists and specialist nursing teams, to offer fast, unobstructed access to renowned urology treatment with appointment times to suit you.

Book your initial appointment online at Ross Hall Clinic Braehead today.

Urology is an area of medicine and surgery that looks after the urinary tract system, which comprises the bladder, kidneys, ureters, urethra. It also covers treatment of conditions relating to the male reproductive system, especially the prostate, which is found only in men.

The potential severity of conditions relating to the urology speciality, including prostate cancer, require a comprehensive range of diagnostic, screening and biopsy facilities as well as an experienced team of consultants to thoroughly manage and treat.

You can book an initial private consultation with Ross Hall Clinic Braehead's urologists if you are experiencing any of these symptoms:

• Blood in your urine
• The urge to urinate frequently
• Leaking urine
• Pain in your back or sides
• Pain, stinging or burning during urination
• A testicular mass
• Difficulty urinating

At your initial consultation, your specialist urologist will discuss suitable investigative tests and treatments for a fast and accurate diagnosis and will provide reassurance for prostate symptoms.

We regularly see patients who require:

• Urinary stone surgery, e.g. kidney stones
• Prostate surgery for benign and cancer conditions
• UTI treatment
• Circumcision
• Vasectomy
• Vasectomy reversal

All diagnostics and treatment will be carried out by the professional urology team here at Ross Hall Clinic Braehead. Our multidisciplinary team will tailor your treatment to ensure a fast recovery and will make sure you thoroughly understand the process by answering any questions you may have.

Patients visiting Ross Hall Clinic Braehead can book an initial consultation with an expert urologist at a time that is convenient for them. The enquiries team will provide you with detailed information that explains what to expect and how to prepare for your first appointment.

Your consultant will discuss and assess your symptoms and medical history with you to get a thorough picture of the situation, note any concerns and determine the appropriate next steps.

Depending on your condition and severity of symptoms, your consultant may request further tests be carried out to assess your potential situation in more detail. If, upon inspection, they suspect there is a possibility you could have prostate cancer, they will refer you to the Prostate Cancer Centre at Ross Hall Clinic Braehead.

If your consultant doesn't suspect prostate cancer, they may still want to carry out additional tests to assess your condition further. Simple tests such as ultrasounds or blood tests are often available on the same day as your initial appointment, but specialised testing such as an MRI or CT Scan will usually be available within a few days of your appointment and will be arranged at a time and day that suits you.

The following are common tests that your urologist may recommend to investigate your condition further:

• MRI scan - A magnetic field is used to create a detailed image of the internally affected area, used if a patient's diagnosis hasn't been confirmed with blood tests or an ultrasound.
• CT scan - Often referred to as CAT Scans, X-rays are used to produce detailed images of your internal structures. CT scans can be used for a variety of conditions, including looking for kidney stones.
• Ultrasound - Uses sound waves to produce a detailed image of the inside of the body. Ultrasound is often used for bladder, kidney and testicular examinations
• Blood tests - Used to investigate a variety of factors across an array of conditions.

On completion of the necessary tests, a follow-up consultation will be booked to discuss the results of your blood tests and diagnostic scans with your consultant and to determine a treatment plan.

If further testing, surgery or referral to another specialist within Ross Hall Clinic Braehead is required, we'll make sure you thoroughly understand the process and answer any questions you may have before arranging the next stage of your journey.

If you are experiencing certain urological symptoms that have you concerned and want to receive unparalleled private care, we believe the specialist team and facilities at Ross Hall Clinic Braehead are well equipped to provide you with a comprehensive, tailored resolution.

The experienced urology consultants are able to provide fast diagnostics and comprehensive treatment for a variety of urinary tract conditions, from urinating problems to prostate cancer.

We are proud to offer you easy access to the highest quality private healthcare available. Our extensive facilities include unparalleled comfort and cleanliness, as well as advanced technology used to promote the modern techniques and treatments used at Ross Hall Clinic Braehead. 

We are very proud of the characteristics that set our Urology unit apart and are pleased to offer our patients:

• Advanced procedures for benign enlarged prostate - Rezum is a minimally invasive steam-based treatment for enlarged prostate (Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH). It can be offered as a day-case surgery, and within minutes, can reduce risks of erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence with permanent improvement in symptoms. It's not available at any other private hospital in the west of Scotland.
• Rapid access Prostate Cancer Clinic - This is the only joint urological cancer clinic of its kind in Scotland and is managed by consultant urologists and consultant oncologists who specialise in urological cancers. The clinic is for patients with suspected prostate cancer who require diagnostic testing as well as those already diagnosed who are seeking further information or reassurance. Scans and biopsies are offered within one week of the initial consultation. Patients will see a surgeon, oncologist, and cancer nurse specialist on a positive diagnosis to devise an ongoing treatment plan.
• A multidisciplinary team - The urology consultants are leading specialists in this medical field and provide fast and effective care for such conditions. Consultants also work in unison with a multidisciplinary team composed of surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and specialist nursing teams to offer fast, unobstructed access to renowned urology treatment with appointment times to suit you.
• Fast access to diagnosis and treatment - If you are experiencing painful or worrying symptoms, you'll want to be seen by a specialist sooner than later. At Ross Hall Clinic Braehead, we can frequently offer you an appointment with the relevant urologist within 48 hours, ensuring your diagnosis and treatment can get started quickly.

We understand the difficulty experienced when suffering from various urological conditions. If you are suffering from symptoms or are concerned about the possibility of prostate cancer, you'll want to know you are in the best hands to help you through to an accurate diagnosis and full recovery. Our professional team is here to help you through every stage of your journey. Give us a call or book online today.