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Mr Farooq Khan

Mr Farooq Khan

Urologist

Hemel Hempstead, HP2 7YU

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27 years of experience
Verified profile
27 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.98

133 patient reviews

5 professional endorsements

4.99
Overall Experience
4.98
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.98
Explanation

168 recommendations for:

Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)(34)
General Urology(24)
Prostate Cancer(14)
Other(96)

Recent patient review

25 Mar 2024

Excellent and professional with good explanation and reassurance.

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About

Mr Farooq Khan is a Consultant Urological Surgeon currently practising at the private Spire Harpenden Hospital, in Harpenden and Cobham Clinic, in Luton. He specialises in General Urology and his areas of interest include laser prostate surgery and is considered a high volume surgeon with this surgical expertise (HoLEP) in the UK, Rezum (steam therapy for enlarged prostates) laser stone surgery, prostate disease, early prostate cancer detection, investigations for blood in the urine, treatment of bladder cancer, erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence and general core urology including circumcisions.

Mr Khan graduated from University College London with a bachelor's degree, a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with distinction (1996) and a Fellowship of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons in Urology in 2008. Mr Khan has been practising urology for over 13 years as a consultant and completed urology training between 2003 and 2010 in Cambridge. He has performed over 1600 cases of 50 Watt laser prostatectomies (HoLEP) in the UK, with excellent outcomes. These have been presented at international meetings such as the American Urological Association, European Association of Urology and The British Association of Urological Surgeons.

Additionally, Mr Khan is the course director for a laser prostate surgery masterclass which he runs for urological consultants twice a year. He also has the affiliations and memberships to the Medical Protection Society, Royal College of Surgeons of England and is a BMA member.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

  • Laser prostate surgery - Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) - I am the lead surgeon in the UK for low power Holmium laser enucleation of the prostate having performed over to 1600 cases, the highest with the 50 Watt laser system in the UK.
  • Rezum (steam therapy for enlarged prostates)
  • Circumcision (perform over 100/year)
  • Prostate cancer screening and diagnostics including MRI scans
  • Investigation for blood in the urine (haematuria)
  • Bladder investigations (cystoscopy)
  • Kidney stones treatment - holmium laser treatment
  • Epididymal cysts removal
  • Bladder lesion removal
  • Hydrocele surgery
  • Investigation of recurrent urinary tract infections
  • Urinary tract infections
  • Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (benign enlargement of the prostate)
  • Overactive Bladder
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Testicular Pain
  • Chronic prostatitis (Chronic pelvic pain syndrome)

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) (20%)
  • General Urology (14%)
  • Prostate Cancer (8%)
  • Circumcision (6%)
  • Prostate Biopsy (5%)
  • Others (46%)

Subspecialties
  • General Urology
  • Endourology
  • Male and Female Incontinence
  • Urological Oncology

All conditions and treatments
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis (Prostate Swelling)
  • Benign Prostate Hyperplasia
  • Testicular Lumps & Swellings
  • Bladder Stones
  • Blood in Urine (Haematuria)
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Bladder Pain
  • Foreskin and Scrotal Conditions
  • Testicular Pain
  • Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
  • Circumcision
  • Prostate Biopsy
  • PSA Testing
  • Prostate Cancer Diagnostics
  • Cystoscopy
  • MRI of Prostate
  • Kidney Stone Prevention
  • Ureteroscopy
  • Hydrocelectomy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4320409


Qualifications

Primary Medical Qualification

BSc (Hons) University College London 1993
MB BS 1996 University of London (awarded with Distinction)

Specialist Register entry date
Urology From Jan 2010

Further Education

MRCS (Eng) / Royal College of Surgeons of England, London / 1999
FRCS (Urology) / Royal College of Surgeons of England, London / 2008


languages spoken
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Punjabi
  • Urdu
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £240
  • Follow-up appointment: £200

insurers
  • Saga Insurance
  • Benenden
  • Bupa Platinum
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • WPA
  • CS Healthcare
  • Bupa
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Aviva Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Groupama
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Healix
  • Simply Health
  • Vitality Health
  • The Exeter
  • General Medical

Location

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OSD Healthcare

4.82
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Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
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4.87
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Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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4.77
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Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
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Reviews

All reviews(133)
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Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) (31)
General Urology (24)
Prostate Cancer (14)
Circumcision (10)
Prostate Biopsy (9)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

133 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent and professional with good explanation and reassurance.

25 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
General Urology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very reassuring. Felt like I had a good amount of time with him.

13 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Testicular Lumps & Swellings
General Urology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Khan was very helpful with his explanation of my condition. The required procedure was explained with all scenarios discussed. After the procedure Mr.Khan provided feedback on the how the procedure went and guidance on how to help prevent the condition reoccurring.

13 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Kidney Stones

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Khan came to see me prior to the operation and informed me of when I was likely to go to theatre and went over what would happen. He has a relaxed manner which was reassuring. He came to see me after I had returned to my room to inform me how the procedure had been and asked me if I had any questions and how I was feeling.

05 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Khan was excellent in his treatment of my procedures. I found him outstanding in that he succeeded in carrying out the two procedures I needed in one operation. He explained every step to me and I found him kind and charming. A really first class consultant/ surgeon. I cannot praise his overall care more highly.

05 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
Bladder Stones

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Khan was the ultimate professional, he explained everything that was going to happen before and after the procedure.

05 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
General Urology

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

He explained everything very clearly

11 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
General Urology
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Friendly, gave clear comments and was reassuring

10 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Benign Prostate Hyperplasia

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional attitude, calming and reassuring.

10 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional attitude, calm and confident. Knowledgeable with a good sense of humour.

10 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
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Urology (4)
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) (3)
Rigid & Flexible Ureterorenoscopy and Laser Fragmentation of Stones (2)
PSA Testing (1)

5 endorsements

I am happy to endorse Farooq as I greatly value his urological opinion. He is always approachable and happy to be called upon. I have sent him patients who have always been delighted with the care and consideration he has shown.

22 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Rigid & Flexible Ureterorenoscopy and Laser Fragmentation of Stones
PSA Testing

Mr Shashank Gurjar

General Surgery
Is a colleague

13 Sep 2023
Endorsed for
Urology
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
Rigid & Flexible Ureterorenoscopy and Laser Fragmentation of Stones
+ 3 more

Mr Hassan Wazait

Urology
We trained together

Mr Khan is a fantastic clinician and surgeon. He is an expert in a broad range of urological issues and is one of the UK's leading experts in male lower urinary tract problems and HoLEP surgery. I have sent my own relatives to him for their urological care and would wholeheartedly recommend him.

30 Jun 2022
Endorsed for
Urology
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)

Mr Gidon Ellis

Urology
Is a colleague

It was my pleasure to work alongside Farooq Khan in 2004 and later to train him in HoLEP which he is now highly experienced and skilled in. He is an excellent urologist who is dedicated to delivering top quality care to his patients and I have no hesitation in recommending him.

26 Mar 2021
Endorsed for
Urology
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)

Mr Tev Aho

Urology
I trained them

FAQ

What are Mr Farooq Khan's reviews like?

Mr Farooq Khan's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 133 reviews

What languages does Mr Farooq Khan speak?

Mr Farooq Khan speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu

Where is Mr Farooq Khan located?

Mr Farooq Khan primarily practices at OSD Healthcare, located at Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom, HP2 7YU
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