Mr Andrew Robb
Paediatric Urology in Solihull and Birmingham
Professional statement
Mr Andrew Robb is a well-regarded consultant paediatric urologist based in Birmingham. From his private clinic at Spire Parkway, he specialises in treating urinary and genitalia problems in young people. His areas of expertise include urinary incontinence, hypospadias, urinary tract infections, circumcision, vesicoureteral reflux and hydroceles, to name a few.
After graduating in 1999 from Queen’s University Belfast, Mr Robb was awarded qualification in prehospital medicine by the faculty of pre-hospital care of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He completed his master’s thesis in 2010 and in 2011 became fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
After spending some time as a Consultant Paediatric Surgeon and Urologist at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, he was asked to return to Birmingham Children’s Hospital in 2015 to take over a complex reconstructive paediatric urology practice and develop the paediatric stone service for the West Midlands. Here, Mr Robb spends his time treating patients, alongside his private Spire Parkway clinic.
Mr Robb is actively involved in teaching, teaching courses like the Annual BAPU Paediatric Urology Course in Cambridge and is the regional Training Programme Director for paediatric surgery for the Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff Consortium.
He has published 15 peer-reviewed research papers, 5 invited articles, 3 book chapters and has presented at regional, national and international meetings. He is a member of numerous organisations, including The British Association of Paediatric Surgeons.
Clinics
Spire Parkway Hospital
Solihull, 1 Damson Pkwy, Solihull B91 2PP,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 26 years of experience
- Consultant paediatric urologist, Spire Parkway Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Urinary incontinence
- Hypospadias
Professional memberships
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- British Association of Paediatric Surgeons (BAPS)
Education
- FRCSEd (Paeds), Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (2011)
- MCh, Master of Surgery (by thesis), Queen’s University Belfast (2010)
Teaching posts
- Regional training program director for Paediatric surgery for Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff Consortium (present)
- Regularly teaches national courses, including the Annual Paediatric Urology Course and Generic Instructors Course (present)
Positions in organisations
- Regional training program director for paediatric surgery for Birmingham, Bristol and Cardiff Consortium (present)
- Honorary secretary for the British Association of Paediatric Urologists (BAPU)
Publications and conferences
- Actively involved in clinical research. Author of 15 peer-reviewed papers, 5 invited articles, 3 book chapters and has presented at regional, national and international meetings.
- Peer reviews articles for journals, before they are accepted for publication.
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Very fast polite kind and listened to my views and opinions and was very kind to listen.
- Very pleased with outcome of surgery. Mr Robb was very friendly, clear and informative.
- From the moment we met with Mr. Robb he put us at ease. He explained everything in clear terms with a positive and friendly approach. Genuine down to earth type
- Can't fault Mr Robb's professionalism and bedside manner in assessing my daughter's complaint and diagnosing options for treatment. Kind and empathetic.
- Made my nervous son feel he was in safe hands
- Andrew instantly made us feel at ease with his friendly manner, in-depth knowledge and confidence. I feel better knowing it will be him who shall operate.
- Dr Robb made an embarrassing appointment much easier for my 16 year old son - he put him at ease and was a really nice man