Professor Prokar Dasgupta OBEUrology in W1G Marylebone London
Professional statement
Professor Prokar Dasgupta OBE is a renowned consultant urologist and robotic surgeon based in London, specialising in prostate cancer, prostatectomy, UroLift, prostate artery embolisation, robotic surgery, and benign prostate enlargement.
With over 25 years of experience, Professor Dasgupta has been instrumental in pioneering robotic surgery in urology in the UK. Notably, he developed image-guided and 3D-printed prostatectomies, along with innovative techniques such as indentation probes for precise tumour localisation. As an ambassador for the KCL-Ericsson 5G global health program in telemedicine, he has significantly contributed to advancing medical technology.
Professor Dasgupta served as the chief investigator for the world's first randomised controlled trial of telerobotics and the only trial comparing open, laparoscopic, and robotic cystectomy. He currently practices as a consultant urologist and robotic surgeon at The London Clinic Consulting Rooms and holds the position of Professor of Surgery and Honorary Consultant Urological Surgeon at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Recognised for his outstanding contributions, he was appointed King James IV Professor of Surgery by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and elected the youngest-ever Hunterian President.
Professor Dasgupta has also demonstrated his commitment to charitable causes, serving as a trustee to the Prostate Cancer Research Centre and the Malcolm Coptcoat Trust. In addition, he plays a pivotal role as a clinical director within the MedTech Hub at St Thomas' Hospital, overseeing a significant budget dedicated to advancing medical technology.
His sub-specialties include immunology of prostate cancer, robotic surgery, urological cancer, prostate diseases, rapid diagnostics, overactive bladder, and UroLift for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
As an esteemed educator, Professor Dasgupta holds teaching posts as Chair in Robotic Surgery and Urological Innovation at King's College London and Foundation Professor of Surgery at King's Health Partners. He also serves as Chairman of the King’s-Vattikuti Institute of Robotic Surgery, where he has trained and mentored numerous consultant surgeons and fellows, both nationally and internationally.
Professor Dasgupta's academic qualifications include an MD from the University of London, FRCS(Uro) from the Royal College of Surgeons, a Master's in Urology, FRCS, and MBBS. He has contributed significantly to academic literature, with over 1100 articles authored or co-authored, including 600 peer-reviewed papers, 10 books, and 25 chapters.
Professor Dasgupta's contributions to the field have been recognised with numerous awards, including Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), Padma Shri from the Indian Government, St Peter's Medal from the British Association of Urological Surgeons, and the Karl Storz-Harold Hopkins Golden Telescope from the British Association of Urological Surgeons. He is an esteemed member of professional organisations such as the British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS) and a founding member of the European Association of Urology Robotics Section (ERUS).
Proficient in multiple languages including English, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu, Professor Dasgupta ensures effective communication with a diverse patient population.
With over 25 years of experience, Professor Dasgupta has been instrumental in pioneering robotic surgery in urology in the UK. Notably, he developed image-guided and 3D-printed prostatectomies, along with innovative techniques such as indentation probes for precise tumour localisation. As an ambassador for the KCL-Ericsson 5G global health program in telemedicine, he has significantly contributed to advancing medical technology.
Professor Dasgupta served as the chief investigator for the world's first randomised controlled trial of telerobotics and the only trial comparing open, laparoscopic, and robotic cystectomy. He currently practices as a consultant urologist and robotic surgeon at The London Clinic Consulting Rooms and holds the position of Professor of Surgery and Honorary Consultant Urological Surgeon at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. Recognised for his outstanding contributions, he was appointed King James IV Professor of Surgery by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and elected the youngest-ever Hunterian President.
Professor Dasgupta has also demonstrated his commitment to charitable causes, serving as a trustee to the Prostate Cancer Research Centre and the Malcolm Coptcoat Trust. In addition, he plays a pivotal role as a clinical director within the MedTech Hub at St Thomas' Hospital, overseeing a significant budget dedicated to advancing medical technology.
His sub-specialties include immunology of prostate cancer, robotic surgery, urological cancer, prostate diseases, rapid diagnostics, overactive bladder, and UroLift for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).
As an esteemed educator, Professor Dasgupta holds teaching posts as Chair in Robotic Surgery and Urological Innovation at King's College London and Foundation Professor of Surgery at King's Health Partners. He also serves as Chairman of the King’s-Vattikuti Institute of Robotic Surgery, where he has trained and mentored numerous consultant surgeons and fellows, both nationally and internationally.
Professor Dasgupta's academic qualifications include an MD from the University of London, FRCS(Uro) from the Royal College of Surgeons, a Master's in Urology, FRCS, and MBBS. He has contributed significantly to academic literature, with over 1100 articles authored or co-authored, including 600 peer-reviewed papers, 10 books, and 25 chapters.
Professor Dasgupta's contributions to the field have been recognised with numerous awards, including Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE), Padma Shri from the Indian Government, St Peter's Medal from the British Association of Urological Surgeons, and the Karl Storz-Harold Hopkins Golden Telescope from the British Association of Urological Surgeons. He is an esteemed member of professional organisations such as the British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS) and a founding member of the European Association of Urology Robotics Section (ERUS).
Proficient in multiple languages including English, Bengali, Hindi, and Urdu, Professor Dasgupta ensures effective communication with a diverse patient population.
Clinics
Urology Partners | The London Clinic
W1G Marylebone London, 145 Harley Street, W1G 6BJMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 30 years of experience
- Consultant urologist and robotic surgeon, The London Clinic Consulting Rooms (present)
Subspecialties
- Robotic surgery
- Urological cancer
Professional memberships
- British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS)
- Founding member, European Association of Urology Robotics Section (ERUS)
Education
- FKC, Fellow of King's College (2018)
- FLS, Fellow of the Linnean Society (2017)
Teaching posts
- Chair in Robotic Surgery and Urological Innovation, King's College London
- Foundation Professor of Surgery, King's Health Partners
Publications and conferences
- Professor Dasgupta has published extensively, having authored or co-authored over 1100 articles, inlcuding 600 peer-reviewed papers, 10 books and 25 chapters. A selection of his published works can be found on his ResearchGate profile.
- Editor-in-Chief, British Journal of Urology International
Prizes and awards
- Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to surgery and science (2023)
- Padma Shri, Indian Government Award (2022)
Languages spoken
- Bengali
- English
Registration number: 4347998
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- I am really glad I went to Prof Dasgupta for my condition. He was very reassuring, unhurried, pleasantly welcoming and obviously very good at his job.
- Clearly a very professional individual with a great sense of making you feel at ease when of course it can be an emotional and stressful moment in your life
- I’m so grateful that I chose Professor Dasgupta for my treatment. I have been seeing him for the last 13 years or so and very recently had the BipoLEP performed by the Professor. The results are outstanding. His response to questions is prompt and precise.
- I’m grateful for your remarkable service and support. I can’t thank you enough for your special and excellent care you provided to me. Your expertise is appreciated.
- The treatment I received from Professor Dasgupta and his team was exceptional. He took time to explain all my options whilst allowing time to consider and decide. I am extremely grateful to him for a positive outcome from the surgery and for his expertise and his kindness.
- Professor Das Gupta was very knowledgeable and tackled my medical concerns with the greatest professional care. I recommend him wholeheartedly.
- Breathe fresh air, and was clear on the way forward, true Gentleman
- Four years on and cancer free! I'm delighted with the work that Prof. Dasgupta and team undertook and the care in the after years. Side effects are now minimal. It's not an easy road but one I'm delighted I took. Thank you.
- The Professor is a pioneer in his field and is a consummate professional who is friendly , pragmatic and reassuring. His team are wonderful from the anaesthetist Dr Amoroso to the friendly London clinic nurses such as Allan and Tracey and his great PA Katie. A seamless experienc
- I cannot fault any aspect of the treatment I received from Professor Dasgupta. From initial consultation to post-op check-up, he has shown total professionalism, care and understanding.