MBChB, MD, FRCOG
36 years of experience
Harpenden, AL5 4BP
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11 connections in healthcare
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by Mr Tony Corner, Dr Nizar Damani and 3 other professionals
36 years of experience
Harpenden, AL5 4BP
(+1 more)
11 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Tony Corner, Dr Nizar Damani and 3 other professionals
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Mr Hextall's practice covers all aspects of gynaecology. He has specialist clinics in Urogynaecology and treats a large number of women each year with prolapse, urinary incontinence and other bladder problems such as pain or recurrent cystitis.
As he is both a Gynaecologist and Urogynaecologist he can see women who have both gynaecological problems and bladder symptoms, which is really useful as often these can occur at the same time.
Mr Hextall also has a special interest in modern treatments for heavy periods and pelvic pain which can often be performed in a day case setting. He has expertise in the laparoscopic (key hole) treatment of endometriosis.
Mr Hextall is an Accredited Specialist with the British Menopause Society (BMS). Andrew has undertaken research and written book chapters on the treatment of the menopause. He was awarded an MD for his work on ‘The effect of oestrogen and the menopause on the female lower urinary tract', and is currently on the Editorial Board of the menopause journal Maturitas and reviews papers for another menopause journal called Climateric. Mr Hextall is very aware of how troublesome menopausal symptoms can be and is happy to help.
Mr Hextall also specialises in vulval and vaginal skin problems having run a combined clinic in this area with a Consultant Dermatologist at St Albans City Hospital.
After going to Nottingham High School, Mr Hextall qualified from Birmingham Medical School in 1990. He was appointed as a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust in 2002. He also see patients privately in Hertfordshire.
In addtion to his clinical work, Mr Hextall was Chairman of the British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG) Audit and Database Committee and Secretary of the Hertfordshire Medical Society. He has received many Clinical Excellence Awards plus he has lectured in the UK and abroad.
Andrew has been happily married since 2002. His wife is a palliative care nurse. He has 3 children - the oldest of which is a junior doctor (currently training to be a surgeon) and the youngest a Physiotherapist. His other son is the only non-medical memeber of the family and has chosen to do something else! He likes to run and cycle, and when given the opportunity play golf!
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Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
No. 102174
General Medical Council
No. 3460928
University of Birmingham
Medicine
Graduated 1990
Qualifications:
MBChB - University of Birmingham Medical School - 1990
MD - University of London - 2000
FRCOG - Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists - 2007
Additional training:
Urogynaecology - King's College Hospital, London - 1996 -1999
Laparoscopic/Complex Pelvic Surgery - Hammersmith & St Mary's Hospitals, London - 1999-2002
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£275Follow-up appointment
£160Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
Heathbourne Road, Bushey, United Kingdom, WD23 1RD
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Mr Andrew Hextall is professional and explains everything clearly, making patients feel at ease during their experience. He demonstrates expertise across various gynaecological issues, including subtotal abdominal hysterectomy for fibroids and pelvic organ prolapse. Patients praise his thorough investigative approach, which avoids unnecessary surgery, alongside comprehensive pre-operative discussions and attentive post-operative care, addressing complications. Mr Hextall ensures patients feel confident and well informed throughout their gynaecological care.
Mr Hextall is very professional and listens to everything you have to say. He also explains everything to you so that you fully understand what is being proposed for treatment. He is very calm and reassuring. I would highly recommend him to others
I couldn't have had a better experience given the circumstances. The care at the Spire was excellent, staff efficient and attentive and my consultant and anaesthetist explained everything very clearly before the procedure. The operation seemed to go well, which my follow up appointment confirmed.
My overall experience was really good. Everything seemed so easy and extremely caring. Everything was explained well and the whole experienced help my feeling at easy about my operations. Mr Hextall has a very calming approached which for me helped me feel confident in what he was going to do.
My experience with Mr Hextall was fantastic from start to finish. He made me feel at ease through the entire process and explained everything clearly. My surgery went to plan without any complications and I felt very confident in his abilities. His bedside manner is amazing and he was very kind and understanding. I couldn’t recommend him enough for anyone who needs surgery. I would happily return to him for any surgery in the future.
I saw Mr Hextall as I was suffering from severe vaginal pain. Two previous consultants had diagnosed a prolapse and suggested surgery. However, Mr Hextall was not convinced my symptoms fitted this diagnosis and recommended an examination under anaesthetic. There he found a mild prolapse but also chronic inflammation of the bladder and contusions caused by a succession of pessaries fitted by previous practitioners. He removed the current pessary to stop the contusions and gave me antibiotics for the bladder inflammation and miraculously, the pain disappeared. I'm extremely grateful to Mr Hextall for not having followed previous diagnoses and potentially subjecting me to unnecessary surgery. Instead he took a more thorough investigative path to understand the cause of the pain. I'm most impressed by his expertise in this field.
Mr Hexall was very calming and welcoming when I met first met him, very discreet and gentle when examining, explained the issues very clearly, gave me all the alternatives, there was no pressure to make a decision there and then, very reassuring and made me feel at ease, it gave me the confidence I needed
I had an excellent consultation with Mr Hextall. He explained all my options very clearly and put me at my ease throughout the process
A first rate experience from start to finish. Mr Hextall gave clear explanations of the procedure and my options. My surgery was successful with a smooth recovery, and I was particularly impressed by his attentive post-operative care, including both in-person visits, phone calls and flexibility with follow up appointments. Thoroughly professional and highly recommended.
I was apprehensive all day, but he put me at ease immmediately. Gentle, kind, understanding, wealth of knowledge and experience, clarity in explanation everything I could want in a gynaecologist.
I have been a colleague of Andrew's for over 15 years and I can say that he has an excellent reputation as an outstanding gynaecologist with great communication skills, clinical judgement and superb surgical reputation.
04 May 2026
Mr Tony Corner
Orthopaedic SurgeonExcellent gynaecologist with amazing personality
09 Apr 2025DD
Dr Nizar Damani
RadiologistMr Hextall is an excellent urogynaecologist with great expertise in managing pelvic floor dysfunction, urinary incontinence and pelvic floor surgery. He is very fine clinician and is systematic and thorough in his approach. He also has vast experience in treating menstrual disorders, menopause disorders, vulval disorders and dyspareunia. He is also a very good laparoscopic/keyhole surgeon. I would strongly recommend and trust him for my friends and family.
24 Oct 2020
Mr Arvind Mittal
Obstetrician & GynaecologistAndrew has been colleague for over 20 years. I have no hesitation is recommending him. He is an excellent surgeon as well as being a kind and compassionate doctor.
06 Jul 2020
Professor Christian Phillips
Obstetrician & GynaecologistWhat are Mr Andrew Hextall's reviews like?
Mr Andrew Hextall's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 67 reviews.
What languages does Mr Andrew Hextall speak?
Mr Andrew Hextall speaks English
Where is Mr Andrew Hextall located?
Mr Andrew Hextall primarily practices at Spire Harpenden Hospital, located at Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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What are Mr Andrew Hextall working hours?
Mr Andrew Hextall is working Tuesday (14:00 - 19:00, 14:00 - 19:00), Thursday (08:00 - 13:00, 13:30 - 18:30), Friday (13:30 - 17:00)
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