Mr Hidekazu Yamamoto
MB BChir MA(Cantab) PhD FRCS (Urol)
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24 years of experience
Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4UL
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by Dr Bhavin Kawa, Mr Benjamin Lamb and 2 other professionals
Live bookings available
24 years of experience
Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4UL
(+2 more)
27 connections in healthcare
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by Dr Bhavin Kawa, Mr Benjamin Lamb and 2 other professionals
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About Mr Hidekazu Yamamoto
Mr Hide Yamamoto is a Consultant Urologicist and Robotic Surgeon with a specialist focus on the diagnosis and treatment of prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). He has particular expertise in the accurate diagnosis of prostate cancer using advanced imaging, including MRI, alongside targeted and systematic biopsy techniques. His NHS work is based at Maidstone & Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, where he serves as Clinical Lead for Urological Cancer and chairs the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings.
His surgical practice includes minimally invasive prostate cancer surgery, notably robotic-assisted (Da Vinci) prostatectomy, as well as modern surgical treatments for BPH, including HoLEP and prostate artery embolisation (PAE). Mr Yamamoto is committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care, tailored to each individual’s condition and needs. In addition to his specialist work, he manages a broad range of general urological conditions, including urinary tract infections, bothersome urinary symptoms, and selected paediatric urology cases where appropriate.
Mr Yamamoto qualified in medicine from the University of Cambridge and went on to complete a PhD in prostate cancer at University College London (UCL), supported by a British Urological Foundation Scholarship.
He has been an early adopter of the transperineal prostate biopsy technique and was among the first clinicians in the UK to introduce this approach into routine clinical practice. He also contributed to a national study demonstrating that this technique improves cancer detection compared with conventional biopsy methods, helping to shape modern standards of care.
He regularly teaches and trains urologists at national and regional courses, serving as faculty and course director. He remains active in prostate cancer research and acts as a peer reviewer for leading urology journals, including BJU International. He has also contributed as an Expert Committee Member for guideline development with the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE).
Mr Yamamoto sees private patients at hospitals across Kent, including Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, Fordcombe Hospital, Wells Health, and GenesisCare Maidstone.
Awards
- Maidstone and Tunbridge Hospital Trust Employee of the Month Award 2024
- British Journal of Urology International Reviewer of the Month Award 2022
- British Journal of Urology International Reviewer Bronze Award 2020
- Maidstone and Tunbridge Hospital Staff Star Awards 2019
- Maidstone and Tunbridge Hospital Quality Improvement Awards 2018
- Royal Society of Medicine Secretary’s Prize 2015
- Royal Society of Medicine Short Papers Prize 2014
- The Urology Foundation Research Scholarship 2014/2015
- British Urological Foundation Fellowship Award 2010
Subspecialties
- Andrology
- General Urology
- Urological Oncology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6040059
British Association of Urological Surgeons
Royal College of Surgeons
European Association of Urology
Education
University of Cambridge
Medicine and Surgery
Graduated 2001
University College London, University of London
Prostate Cancer
Graduated 2012
University of Cambridge
Genetics
Graduated 1999
Qualifications
Education
University of Cambridge: Bachelor of Arts (Honours) 1999
University of Cambridge: Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery 2002
University of Cambridge: Master of Arts (Cantab) 2003
University College London: PhD in Prostate Cancer 2012
Royal College of Surgeons of England: FRCS(Urology) 2015
Memberships
General Medical Council
British Association of Urological Surgeons
European Association of Urology
British Medical Association
Publications
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23 / 03 / 2025
Local anaesthetic transperineal biopsy versus transrectal prostate biopsy in prostate cancer detection (TRANSLATE): a multicentre, randomised, controlled trial
Published in The Lancet Oncology
25 / 01 / 2023
Protocol for the TRANSLATE prospective, multicentre, randomised clinical trial of prostate biopsy technique
Published in British Journal of Urology International
Languages spoken
- English
- Japanese
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Self-pay only
- General and Medical
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Saga Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Aetna
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Fees
New appointment
£248Follow-up appointment
£165
Locations
Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital
Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4UL
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Facilities
GenesisCare Maidstone
17 Kings Hill Avenue, Kings Hill, West Malling, Maidstone, United Kingdom, ME19 4UA
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Wells Health Fordcombe Hospital
Fordcombe Rd, Fordcombe, United Kingdom, TN3 0RD
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
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Mr Hidekazu Yamamoto is clear, professional, caring, friendly, and reassuring with patients. He provides explanations for procedures such as HoLEP, prostatectomy, and prostate biopsy. This helps patients understand treatment and feel confident in his care. His skill and expertise bring excellent outcomes, improving quality of life for conditions like prostate cancer.
Mr Yamamoto was excellent with my son and explained everything to him so he would understand.
No experience that involves surgery is pleasant. You are in the hands of the surgeon and the medical team. i can say though that I felt 'safe' with both of those elements. Mr Yamamoto was precise about the entire procedure as well as being very personable and pleasant. The medical care team were excellent. so really thank you to all that were involved.
My experience was so good I would not hesitate to recommend Mr Yamamoto.
My experience with Mr Yamamoto was very good all the way through my journey with prostate cancer. He was very professional and explanations on all the procedures was very good.
Kind sensitive informative reassuring and fills you with confidence. These are some of the many descriptions I would use. Many thanks
The robotic surgery, under the control of a highly skilled surgeon, and subsequent recovery period, have been remarkable. Minimally invasive, resulting in very limited discomfort, followed by speedy healing and recovery. Importantly, both physically and psychologically, the procedure removed all the Cancer, and I had a sense of normality as soon as the Catheter was removed. I didn't imagine that the whole process would have gone so smoothly, with each stage supported by an excellent team of professionals.
Mr Yamamoto is friendly and efficient and clearly communicates the situation and any options, keeping me well informed.
Mr Yamamoto is clearly competent, and I trust his judgement.
Mr Yamamoto is very professional and he explained things well. It was reassuring to be looked after by him.
Mr Yamamoto has a great personal touch and explains everything to me and my wife clearly.
Skill Endorsements
Mr Yamamoto is a respected colleague and highly skilled urological surgeon, with expertise in prostate cancer diagnosis and management. I’ve worked closely with him in the urology multidisciplinary team and have seen first-hand how strong his clinical judgement is.
06 May 2026
Dr Bhavin Kawa
RadiologistDr Hide is a knowledgable, highly trained and skilled urologist. He is kind and caring for his patients.
08 Apr 2025
Mr Benjamin Lamb
Urologist
Mr Ben Eddy
UrologistHide Yamamoto is a skilled robotic and general Urological surgeon. He is a gifted academic and conducts research to continuously improve patient outcomes. He is a kind and caring surgeon. He is a respected colleague and expert in prostate cancer. I would not hesitate to recommend him.
23 Nov 2023
Professor Sashi Kommu
Urologist
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Mr Hidekazu Yamamoto's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 320 reviews.
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Mr Hidekazu Yamamoto speaks English and Japanese
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Mr Hidekazu Yamamoto primarily practices at Nuffield Health Tunbridge Wells Hospital, located at Kingswood Road, Tunbridge Wells, United Kingdom, TN2 4UL
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Mr Hidekazu Yamamoto is working Monday (08:30 - 17:00), Tuesday (17:30 - 20:00), Thursday (08:30 - 19:30, 14:00 - 18:00)
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