Urologist
Hatfield, AL10 9UA
Professor Nikhil Vasdev is Professor and Chair of Robotic Surgery at the School of Life and Medical Sciences, UH (Promoted from Senior Clinical Lecturer in August 2022). Prof Vasdev is a Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon at the Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire Urological Cancer Centre, Lister Hospital, UK. His private practice is Pinehill Hospital, Hitchin and One Hatfield Hospital, Hatfield. He is a Visiting Consultant Urological Surgeon at the Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.
Professor Vasdev is the Associate Medical Director for Cancer Services at the East and North Herts NHS Trust (Appointed in October 2019). Prof Vasdev is an international accredited proctor in Robotic Urology and operates regularly in Asia and Europe. Prof Vasdev is the Lead Consultant (Cancer) for the COVID-19 Response at NHS England for the East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust.
In September 2016, Prof Vasdev was awarded the prestigious "Celebration of Clinical Excellence Award" by the Chief Executive of the East and North Herts NHS Trust and in May 2017, Prof Vasdev was awarded the "Best Innovator" in the Surgical Division Awards at the East and North Herts NHS Trust. In April 2019, Prof Vasdev demonstrated a live Robotic Bladder removal and Robotic Urinary diversion at the Thai Urology Association meeting which is second operation of its kind to be performed in Thailand. In May 2020, Prof Vasdev was awarded an " Doctor of Science (DSc)" [Higher award than PhD] by the awards committee at the University of Hertfordshire in recognition Prof Vasdev contribution in Robotics in Surgery.
Prof Vasdev's specialist interest is Urologic Oncology (Clinical and Academic). He specializes in both Robotic Prostate and Bladder cancer surgery (Robotic Prostatectomy with intra-operative Frozen section of prostate (NeuroSAFE) and extended pelvic lymph node dissection and Robotic Cystectomy) and kidney surgery (Robotic Nephrectomy and Robotic Pyeloplasty). Prof Vasdev in 2019 has commenced preforming Robotic Salvage Prostatectomy and Robotic Salvage Cystectomy (In patients with cancer recurrence following initial Radical radiotherapy) making him a very few select Robotic surgeons with this skill. Prof Vasdev also performs robotic cystectomy with both ileal conduit and neobladder formation.
In August 2023, Professor Vasdev commenced the Aqualation Robotic Programme for men with Benign prostate englargment at Pinehill Hospital. Being a few select Robotic surgeons in Europe offering this new innovate technique that uses imaging, robotics and a heat free waterjet to provide long lasting relief with low complications rates.
Prof Vasdev specialises in general urology (Stone disease; Andrology; Fertility, Infertility and assisted conception; Vasectomy reversal; Urinary tract disorders; Urinary infection; prostate disease; Prostate Biopsy (Transperineal), Urinary symptoms; BPH / LUTS / Aquablation Robotic Treatment for Benign Prostate Enlargment; treatment with preservation of sexual function; Blood in the urine or haematuria; Renal colic and stones)
In February 2017, Prof Vasdev has lead and commenced the Blue Light Cystoscopy programme for bladder cancer patients in North Hertfordshire. Prof Vasdev has performed 1100 Robotic Urological procedures in 8 years as a consultant and continues to be amongst the highest volume robotic urology cancer surgeons in the UK with excellent patient outcomes.
Prof Vasdev is the UK's first nationally accredited Robotic Fellow by the Royal College of Surgeons of England and the British Association of Urological Surgeons. As a part of his robotic urological fellowship in the UK and USA he obtained a ChM (Urol) with a distinction from the University of Edinburgh / Royal College of Surgeon of Edinburgh for his thesis on the use of "Intraoperative frozen section of the prostate to reduce positive margin and improve nerve sparing during Robotic prostatectomy".
Prof Vasdev has published extensively and has over 220 peer-reviewed articles, 360 abstracts, 15 book chapters, written 4 textbooks on Urological Cancers and is on the editorial board of 15 international urological journals. He is on the national and international Fellowship accreditation committee at the Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Prof Vasdev is the East and North Herts NHS Trust Cancer Network lead for the Lister Robotic Urology / Vatikutti Foundation, USA collaboration. Prof Vasdev is an international proctor in Robotic Urological Surgeon and mentors' hospitals / surgeons in Europe and Asia (India, Hong Kong and Thailand) regularly in and is a clinical advisor to Prostate Cancer UK for the "Best practice pathway national development programme" which was released in September 2018 for national implementation and is currently co-chair for the MRI implementation and biopsy standardization. In 2022, Prof Vasdev performed Jordan's first Robotic Surgery.
Prof Vasdev's Urological surgical training includes his research in Gene Therapy for Urological Malignancies at the National University Hospital, Singapore followed by his basic surgical training at the National University Hospital, Singapore and Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. He then completed my 6 year Higher surgical training on type-1 national training number in Urology in the Northern Deanery, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK training at large teaching hospitals including the Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne; James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough and Sunderland Royal Hospital, UK and Robotic fellowship training at the Lister Hospital, UK and City of Hope national medical centre, USA.
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General Medical Council
No. 5209036
British Association of Urological Surgeons
No. 003011
European Association of Urology
No. 86802
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)
No. 59761
2022 - Professor and Chair of Robotic Surgery, School of Life and Medical Sciences, University of Hertfordshire UK
2021 - Clinical Champions National Leadshership Programme, Prostate Cancer UK
2020 - Doctor of Science (Robotic Surgery) - University of Hertfordshire
2014 - ChM (Urol) - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh / University of Edinburgh (Distinction)
2014 - Royal College of Surgeons of England / British Association of Urological Surgeons National Robotic Urological Fellowship
2012 - FRCS (Urol) - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (Higher Surgical Training - UK)
2006 - MRCS (UK) - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (Basic Surgical Training - Singapore and UK)
2002 - Clinical Research Associate (National University of Singapore)
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90 reviews
5
Professor Vasdev instills confidence and trust from the moment you meet him. His friendly but professional manner puts you at ease and he calmly asks questions in language that any patient can understand. Likewise his explanation of his conclusions and recomendations are equally clear. He is polite, kind and has a sense of humour that makes him personable. His experience, depth and breadth of knowledge, and willingness to adapt to new technologies and techniques are indicators of a professional at the top of his game. 3 weeks ago Professor Vasdev performed Aquablation Therapy and I have already seen a 75% improvement in my symptoms and this continues to improve every day. Before this procedure I was having to get up 3 to 4 times a night on average. Now I am sleeping through the night undisturbed.
5
Excellent. Considerate, clear communicator, knowledgable, trustworthy, compassionate. Professor Vasdev took time to get to know me, understand my concerns, consider all options for my treatment. I was involved in all decisions and was given time to consider and ask questions. Would 100% recommend his services.
5
What can I say more than prof vasdev saved my life and without him I would not be doing this review. Thank you with from myself and my family
5
From our very first meeting Professor Vasdev always clearly explained my treatment options. He was approachable and happy to answer any questions I had.
5
Professor Vasdev inspires confidence and whilst it is early days since the operation I am feeling better than for years . I would recommended him unreservedly.
5
Professor Vasdev explained everything and answered all my questions.He left me confident and reassured
5
Proffessor Vazdev is by far the best consultant I have ever had the pleasure in dealing with. Clear, concise information about all treatment throughout. The results exceeded all expectations, thank you once again.
5
Professor Vasdev made me feel confident in his abilities from our very first meeting. He is very professional in his manner, but also has a sense of humour. I really felt like he cared about me as an individual.
5
Professor Vasdev showed real support and care, after I suffered urinary retention. This was a very distressing situation for me and he reassured me throughout this difficult time, helping me make an informed choice regarding the options available. It was Professor Vasdev's confidence and clarity that made me realise I had made the right decision regarding choosing Aquablation. His bedside manner was outstanding. He always left me feeling confident and positive about the way forward. The Aquablation treatment went really well and post-operative care was first rate. Any concerns that arose were answered quickly, which made my recovery easier.
5
Professor Vasdev explained me very clearly what my condition was, as well as the various alternatives for treatment, including all the pros and cons, which gave me a full understanding allowing me to choose the best treatment for my condition, the overall experience was fantastic and the results exceeded in far my best expectations. In every step professor Vasdev demonstrated an extensive knowledge, and followed me through the process with extreme care, I can not thank him enough.
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Professor Nikhil Vasdev's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 90 reviews
What languages does Professor Nikhil Vasdev speak?
Professor Nikhil Vasdev speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu
Where is Professor Nikhil Vasdev located?
Professor Nikhil Vasdev primarily practices at One Hatfield Hospital, located at Hatfield Avenue Hatfield business Park, Hatfield, United Kingdom, AL10 9UA
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Professor Nikhil Vasdev is working Monday (18:00 - 21:00), Tuesday (08:00 - 21:00), Thursday (18:30 - 21:00), Friday (18:00 - 21:00)
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