Mr Branimir Penev
MBBS, DNB (Urology), FEBU, FRCS (Urology)
33 years of experience
Kent, ME14 5FT
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30 connections in healthcare
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by Miss Hala Selim, Mr Matthew Liew and 5 other professionals
33 years of experience
Kent, ME14 5FT
(+2 more)
30 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Miss Hala Selim, Mr Matthew Liew and 5 other professionals
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About Mr Branimir Penev
Mr. Branimir Penev is a Consultant Urological Surgeon currently practicing within the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. He specialises in Endourology and Laser treatments for prostate and kidney stone diseases, with broad experience in General Urology.
Mr. Penev completed his surgical and urology training both in Europe and the UK. He holds fellowships from the Royal College of Surgeons of England, the European Board of Urology, and the National Board of Urology. He is an active member of the British Association of Urological Surgeons, the European Association of Urology, the Société Internationale d'Urologie, and the American Urology Association.
Throughout his career, Mr. Penev has subspecialised in Andrology, the management of urinary incontinence, and has performed over a thousand laser prostate surgeries (HoLEP). He is passionate about research, having published numerous papers in the field of Endourology, and is regularly invited as a presenter and faculty member at national and international meetings. He also serves as a trainer and examiner for junior doctors.
Mr. Penev’s medical journey includes specialist training at the University Hospitals Sofia in Bulgaria, where he first trained, before subspecialising in Endourology in Switzerland and Andrology at University College London. He further consolidated his expertise in the West of Scotland Urology Training Programme and at St Bartholomew’s and Newham University Hospitals in London.
A key area of his expertise is in Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP), for which he receives tertiary referrals from other centres. At Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, Mr. Penev pioneered an outpatient service for the diagnosis and management of urinary incontinence and has led masterclasses on intravesical Botox treatments.
Mr. Penev has an academic focus, with significant teaching experience, including lecturing for the MCh in Surgery and Urology at Canterbury Christ Church University. He has been awarded the UK CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in Urology, recognising his high level of expertise in the field.
Subspecialties
- Urological Oncology
- General Urology
- Andrology
- Endourology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6029608
British Association of Urological Surgeons
No. 10135
Royal College of Surgeons
No. 107452
European Association of Urology
No. 09147
Education
Medical University Varna
Medicine
Graduated 2000
Qualifications
(MB BS), Masters Degree Medical University of Varna, Bulgaria 1990
Specialist in Urology- Fellow National Board of Urology, DNB (Urology) Medical University of Sofia, Bulgaria 1998
Fellow of European Board of Urolgy , FEBU European Board Examination in Urology, Brussels, Belgium 2007
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons - Urology, FRCS (Urol) Royal College of Surgeons of England, London 2018
Andrology Clinical Attachment University College London 2002
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Aviva Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
- WPA
- Vitality
- Cigna
- Bupa
- AXA Health
Fees
New appointment
£210Follow-up appointment
£140
Locations
KIMS Hospital
Newnham Ct Way, Weavering, Kent, United Kingdom, ME14 5FT
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Sevenoaks Medical Centre
London Road, Sevenoaks, London, United Kingdom, TN13 2JD
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Maidstone Hospital
Hermitage Lane, Maidstone, United Kingdom, ME16 9QQ
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Mr Branimir Penev is an excellent and professional consultant who provides clear explanations. Patients find him caring, friendly, and reassuring, fostering confidence in their treatment plans and conditions. He takes time to address concerns thoroughly. Mr Penev is highly regarded for expertise in Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate and kidney stone removal.
Mr Penev is very professional, kind and courteous. He is very helpful and understanding and took the time to answer all my questions and concerns and the procedure steps. I’ve had a very positive experience throughout the process from my first appointment, to the operation and then follow up. I had particularly challenging kidney stones, but he performed the operation very quickly and skilfully. I recovered very well and without any discomfort. I am back to 100% now. As a registered nurse myself I would highly recommend Mr Penev to any of my own patients, friends and family.
The Dr explained my symptoms very clearly, and explained the next steps very clearly.
Mr Penev is an experienced consultant who is careful to listen and understand patient concerns, with no embarrassment at all when having to talk about the more sensitive or embarrassing body parts. He explains issues well using visuals to help understanding. He is reassuring but clear in his advice and perspective.
Excellent explanations and care. Showed real interest in my condition. Would recommend to anyone.
My treatment experience under Mr Penev has been excellent! He is professional, personable and took care to explain everything in non-medical terms. The whole process from the initial consultation through tests , the HoLEP operation and to discharge was very very efficient and well managed. I unreservedly recommend his services to those who have the need! Great many thanks to Mr Penev and his team!
The hospital was clean and modern with good punctuality. Mr Penev is very professional and polite and can explain issue in plain English. I am very happy with my treatment and after care.
Very impressed with Mr Penev the consultant ,and all the services provided .
Mr Penev took his time, never clock watched or even checked the time. He explained everything in detail, went over everything and answered all the questions. Mr Penev was friendly and welcoming, I wouldn’t hesitate to go back in the future to see him.
I didn’t really appreciate how long it would take to fully recover. My fault for not asking enough questions
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Miss Hala Selim
Obstetrician & GynaecologistMr Penev is an all round top urologist. I would happily refer patients to him.
16 Jun 2025
Mr Matthew Liew
UrologistMr Penev is an excellent urological surgeon, he is extremely skilled and I highly recommend him.
25 May 2025
Mr Andreas Papadopoulos
Obstetrician & GynaecologistI am pleased to strongly endorse my Dr Penev. He is a skilled and dedicated urologist with particular expertise in TURBT and HoLEP procedures. He consistently demonstrates excellent operative judgement, technical ability and commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient-centred care. Dr Penev works effectively within the multidisciplinary team and maintains high professional standards in governance, communication and clinical practice. He is dependable, approachable and highly respected by both colleagues and patients. His contribution to the development of modern endourological servi...
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Mr Branimir Penev's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 63 reviews.
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Mr Branimir Penev speaks English
Where is Mr Branimir Penev located?
Mr Branimir Penev primarily practices at KIMS Hospital, located at Newnham Ct Way, Weavering, Kent, United Kingdom, ME14 5FT
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Mr Branimir Penev is working Monday (17:00 - 20:00), Tuesday (14:00 - 16:00)
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