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Dr Aidan Cole

Dr Aidan Cole

Oncologist

Belfast, BT9 7GX

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20 years of experience

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20 years of experience

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Patient Trust Score

5.00

27 patient reviews1 professional endorsement
5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

40 recommendations for:

Prostate Cancer(28)
Radiotherapy(4)
Prostate Biopsy(3)
Other(5)

Recent patient review

24 Apr 2024

Dr. Cole explained everything in detail about my condition. He was very reassuring and explained...

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About

Dr. Aidan Cole is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist with expertise in the treatment of prostate cancer, ranging from early-stage disease to advanced metastatic cases. Initial consultations are designed to help patients make important decisions about treatment interventions for their prostate cancer. This includes discussions about timings of treatment, active surveillance, surgery, radiotherapy, brachytherapy and hormone therapy. Treatments such as gold marker insertion (fiducials) to guide accuracy of radiotherapy and gels (to separate prostate from rectum) to reduce side effects from radiotherapy are available.

He is actively involved in academic research at Queen’s University Belfast, focusing on enhancing treatments for prostate cancer patients through research initiatives and clinical trials. Dr. Cole has received his training primarily in Belfast. He addition to his clinical work, he is also deeply committed to medical education, he currently serves as the Module Lead for Cancer Studies Training for medical undergraduates in Belfast.

In addition to his local training, Dr. Cole completed an extensive Advanced Radiotherapy Fellowship at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in Melbourne. He holds the position of Clinical Advisor to the Steering Committee of the Northern Ireland Cancer Registry.

Dr. Cole's qualifications include an MB BCH BAO from Queen’s University Belfast, and a Diploma in Oncology from the Institute of Cancer Research. He later obtained a PhD from Queen’s University Belfast, and a PGCE in Clinical Education from the same institution. He has been a Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists of London (FRCR) since 2015, and a Member of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (MRCP) since 2007.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Prostate Cancer (70%)
  • Radiotherapy (10%)
  • Prostate Biopsy (8%)
  • Prostate Cancer Diagnostics (5%)
  • Clinical Oncology (3%)
  • Others (5%)

Subspecialties
  • Clinical Oncology
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Spinal Metastases

All conditions and treatments
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 06075604


Qualifications

MB BCh BAO 2003 Queens University of Belfast

Member of Royal Colege of Physicians MRCP 2008 

Diploma in Oncology, Institute of Cancer Research 2009

PhD Queen’s University Belfast 2014

Fellow of Royal College of Radiologists 2015

Clinical Education PGCE Queen’s University 2016

Advanced Radiation Fellowship Peter MacCallum Hospital Melbourne 2017

Consultant Oncologist and Senior Lecturer in Queen's University Belfast 2017-

Clinical Advisor to NI Cancer Registry




languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £140

insurers
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Legal & General
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Benenden
  • Bupa Platinum

Location

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Kingsbridge Private Hospital Belfast

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(5432)
801-815 Lisburn Road, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 7GX
801-815 Lisburn Road, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 7GX
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Reviews

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Prostate Cancer (27)
Radiotherapy (4)
Prostate Biopsy (3)
Prostate Cancer Diagnostics (2)
Clinical Oncology (1)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

27 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr. Cole explained everything in detail about my condition. He was very reassuring and explained my options in a way which was easy to understand. I received excellent advice which enabled me to make an informed decision regarding treatment. I would highly recommend Dr. Cole’s services to anyone in a similar position.

24 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

He is so understanding and "down to earth". He puts you at ease with his manner. Excellent doctor/consultant.

19 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Cole was professional, reassuring and friendly. It gave me confidence in the procedure and likely outcome.

06 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Provided clear constructive guidance on the options for treatment and really helped me focus in on the best option for me whilst managing any concerns that I may have had.

02 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Clinical Oncology
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS)
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Aidan took time to clearly explain the options available to me following my Prostate cancer diagnosis. I was apprehensive before I met with Aidan but he put my mind at ease by the time my consultation was over and a clear treatment plan had been established.

01 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I received excellent treatment from Dr. Cole & his team, we where recommended to have the new treatment, which meant only 5 visits to cancer unit for therapy this seamed to be successful. My family are delighted I am in remission we can get on with the rest of our lives. Thank you all so much Brendan McCrea

19 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Inspires confidence through his obvious knowledge and experience. Clear, concise, open and honest in fully explaining condition, procedures and prognosis. Very approachable, encourages questions and displays empathy - has a clear understanding of all the wider potential issues surrounding treatment which he fully explores during his consultations. Always has time for his patient and never shows any desire to speed though a consultation. Without doubt made a difficult situation manageable.

19 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Aidan Cole was the calm in the storm. He managed all of my worries and concerns about my Prostate Cancer diagnosis as though I was a member of his own family. He was clear, constructive and very understanding and always gave a tremendous degree of confidence in his understanding of the condition and how best to tackle it. He was mine and my wife's rock. He was (and still is) always available for updates, questions or concerns. In short I couldn't have wished for a better consultant to guide me on the difficult journey of having cancer. I'm enormously grateful to him and his team.

19 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Biopsy
Radiotherapy
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Cole inspires great confidence - an attribute that one greatly appreciates when faced with a potentially very serious condition. His expertise and professionalism have led to a very positive outcome for me, for which I am very grateful.

18 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Biopsy
Radiotherapy
Prostate Cancer

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very empathetic bedside manor with high degree of coaching verses direction. Clearly explained my diagnosis, its severity, prognosis and options immediately, mid and long term. Showed and explained my percentage survival at 10 years. Gave me great comfort that I was choosing the correct pathway of active surveillance, and has been quick in his response to my 3 monthly blood results. I feel very comforted that I am being extremely well looked after.

18 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Prostate Biopsy
Prostate Cancer Diagnostics
Prostate Cancer
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Prostate Cancer (1)
Bladder Cancer (1)

1 endorsement

Aidan is an outstanding oncologist who is highly respected by his colleagues and patients. He offers his patients and excellent service and has superb communication skills. He is a great colleague to work with.

01 Dec 2023
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Prostate Cancer
Bladder Cancer
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Mr Hugh O'Kane

Urology
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FAQ

What are Dr Aidan Cole's reviews like?

Dr Aidan Cole's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 27 reviews

What languages does Dr Aidan Cole speak?

Dr Aidan Cole speaks English

Where is Dr Aidan Cole located?

Dr Aidan Cole primarily practices at Kingsbridge Private Hospital Belfast, located at 801-815 Lisburn Road, Belfast, United Kingdom, BT9 7GX
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