Mr Biral PatelConsultant Urological Surgeon in Cheltenham
Mr Biral Patel
MBChB MD FRCS(Urol)
GMC: 4182610Professional statement
Mr Biral Patel is a highly respected Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. With over 25 years’ experience, he specialises in all aspects of general urology, robotic surgery and men’s health, with special proficiency in the surgical management of prostate and bladder problems, urinary symptoms, and urological cancers such as prostate, kidney, bladder, testicular and penile cancer. Mr Patel currently sees private patients at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital. He is also part of a regional multidisciplinary cancer team that looks after patients from Gloucestershire, South Worcestershire and Herefordshire, including some of the more complex patients who are referred. He also works frequently with other specialists including Gynae-Oncologists, Colorectal Surgeons and Clinical Oncologists, providing some of the more complex and multi-specialty cancer care.
Mr Patel originally qualified from the University of Bristol and completed his basic surgical training in the Bristol area. During this period, he also worked as a lecturer in clinical anatomy at the University of Bristol. Mr Patel then spent a two-year period in formal research, where as principal investigator, he set up the multi-centre UK PROCESS Study to investigate the epidemiology of prostate cancer. This pioneering work attracted significant grants, including a large grant from the Department of Health, and led to the award of an MD from the University of Bristol in 2007. Following this research, Mr Patel accomplished six years of higher surgical training in urology in the Southwest region before going on to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2006.
With a wealth of expertise in urological conditions, Mr Patel has also held a number of senior positions throughout his prominent professional trajectory. He was previously the Clinical Lead for Urology at Gloucester Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, as well as a member of the medical advisory committee. Notably, Mr Patel was instrumental in the introduction of robotic urological surgery and urological laser surgery in Gloucestershire, and presently, continues to oversee the delivery of quality urological care for the region as the elected southwest regional representative at The British Association of Urological Surgeons. Mr Patel, who is on the GMC’s specialist register for urology, is also passionate about medical education and surgical training.
Mr Patel originally qualified from the University of Bristol and completed his basic surgical training in the Bristol area. During this period, he also worked as a lecturer in clinical anatomy at the University of Bristol. Mr Patel then spent a two-year period in formal research, where as principal investigator, he set up the multi-centre UK PROCESS Study to investigate the epidemiology of prostate cancer. This pioneering work attracted significant grants, including a large grant from the Department of Health, and led to the award of an MD from the University of Bristol in 2007. Following this research, Mr Patel accomplished six years of higher surgical training in urology in the Southwest region before going on to become a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2006.
With a wealth of expertise in urological conditions, Mr Patel has also held a number of senior positions throughout his prominent professional trajectory. He was previously the Clinical Lead for Urology at Gloucester Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, as well as a member of the medical advisory committee. Notably, Mr Patel was instrumental in the introduction of robotic urological surgery and urological laser surgery in Gloucestershire, and presently, continues to oversee the delivery of quality urological care for the region as the elected southwest regional representative at The British Association of Urological Surgeons. Mr Patel, who is on the GMC’s specialist register for urology, is also passionate about medical education and surgical training.
Clinics
Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital
Cheltenham, Hatherley Ln, Cheltenham GL51 6SY,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 31 years of experience
- Medical Advisory Committee Member, Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital (2012-2015)
Subspecialties
- Cystoscopy
- Erectile dysfunction
Professional memberships
- British Association of Urological Surgeons
- British Urological Institute
Education
- Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, FRCS (Urol), 2006
- MD, University of Bristol (2002)
Teaching posts
- GMC-recognised trainer, helping to train junior doctors and urological trainees (present)
- Training Programme Director for Urological Training, Health Education Southwest (2014 - 2018)
Positions in organisations
- Council Member of the British Association of Urological Surgeons (representing the South West)
- Founding member of the Cotswold Prostate Cancer Support Group
Publications and conferences
- Mr Patel’s publications are available on ResearchGate
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4182610
Reviews
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- From the first meeting to being signed off the treatment I received from Mr Patel was excellent and this includes all the staff I had contact with at the Nuffield Hospital Cheltenham. I am so pleased with the difference this has made to the quality of my life and only wished I had made the decision to have the treatment earlier.
- Mr Patel took the time to explain the procedure, as well as the risks and benefits. The whole team took fantastic care of me before and during my stay. I am pleased with the results and the outcome
- Excellent service throughout my consultation and operation. Fantastic care during my stay at Nuffield hospital in Cheltenham, big thanks to all the nurses.Thank you
- I would highly recommend Dr Patel. I was treated with respect and kindness and most importantly felt like I was listened to which I have not had from other practitioners. Communication was excellent which helped me understand all treatment options offered to me. Thankyou so much
- Very helpful and reassuring, explained the situation in plain English, took time to make sure I understood.
- Mr Patel is a very knowledgeable, capable and friendly doctor. My treatment has moved forward swiftly and efficiently. The staff at the Nuffield Health Hospital in Cheltenham were very capable and friendly. Highly recommended and very pleased.
- Mr Patel has every quality one could possibly expect in a top surgeon - calm, professional & reassuring. He clearly explained the surgical procedure before the operation & even shared with me before & after photographs of my own issue. The staff at the Nuffield were delightful.
- Friendly, professional and comforting to deal with. A lovely personality.
- Mr Patel was totally professional from the moment I first met him. Everything was explained clearly and the operation with the care of the Nuffield was first class.
- I would definitely recommend Biral Patel as a doctor/surgeon if they were looking for similar treatment to that which I received. His manner and professionalism were exemplary and the obvious skill with which he operated upon me succeeded in completely solving my health issue.Doctor's response -Your kind words are very much appreciated.