# Professor Imran Ahmad — Urological Oncology & Robotic Surgery

> Professor Imran Ahmad, PhD, FRCS (Urol), FEBU — Chair of Urological Oncology and Consultant Robotic Surgeon based in Glasgow, Scotland. Specialist in Da Vinci robotic prostate and bladder cancer surgery, including Retzius-sparing radical prostatectomy. Practises in both NHS and private settings in Glasgow.

Site: https://ahmadurology.co.uk

## Pages

- [Home](/): Overview of Professor Imran Ahmad's practice, credentials, and patient outcomes.
- [About](/about): Biography, training, and clinical philosophy.
- [Qualifications](/qualifications): MB ChB (Glasgow, 2003), PhD (CRUK Beatson Institute/University of Glasgow, 2010), MRCS (2005), FRCS Urol (2014), FEBU (2015).
- [Awards](/awards): Honours and recognitions in urological oncology.
- [Academia](/academia): Research, publications, and editorial roles.
- [Media](/media): BBC News, BBC Reporting Scotland and STV appearances on prostate cancer and robotic surgery.
- [Patient Resources](/resources): Pelvic floor exercise guidance, suprapubic catheter care, patient information leaflets.
- [Contact](/contact): How to book a consultation in Glasgow.

## Procedures

Each page below describes the procedure, who it suits, what happens on the day, recovery, risks and follow-up, and most carry a patient question-and-answer section.

- [Da Vinci Robotic Surgery](/da-vinci): The robotic surgical platform used for prostate and bladder cancer operations — magnified 3D vision and wristed instruments through keyhole incisions.
- [Robotic Prostatectomy](/prostatectomy): Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer. Around 2–3 hours, usually one night in hospital, catheter for about a week, full activity by 4–6 weeks. PSA monitored at set intervals afterwards.
- [Retzius-Sparing Prostatectomy](/retzius-sparing): Prostate removed from behind the bladder, leaving the natural bladder supports undisturbed. Associated with earlier return of urinary continence with equivalent cancer control in appropriately selected patients.
- [Robotic Cystectomy](/robotic-cystectomy): Keyhole removal of the bladder for muscle-invasive bladder cancer, with an ileal conduit or neobladder urinary diversion. Hospital stay around 5–7 days.
- [SpaceOAR Hydrogel](/spaceoar): Absorbable gel spacer placed between prostate and rectum before radiotherapy to reduce bowel side effects. Day case; absorbed after about three months.
- [RASP](/rasp): Robot-assisted simple prostatectomy for very large benign prostates (typically over 80–100ml), where TURP is less suitable.
- [TURP](/turp): Transurethral resection of the prostate — the gold-standard operation for benign prostatic enlargement. 45–60 minutes, one to two nights in hospital.
- [Rezum](/rezum): Water vapour (steam) therapy for benign prostate enlargement. Day case, preserves erectile and ejaculatory function, full benefit by around three months.
- [TURBT](/turbt): Transurethral resection of bladder tumour — removes the tumour and provides tissue for grading and staging, guiding further treatment.
- [Flexible Cystoscopy](/flexible-cystoscopy): Outpatient bladder and urethral examination under local anaesthetic, used for haematuria and bladder cancer surveillance.
- [Rigid Cystoscopy](/rigid-cystoscopy): Bladder examination under general anaesthetic, allowing biopsy and treatment at the same time.
- [Circumcision](/circumcision): Adult circumcision for phimosis, recurrent infection and other medical indications.
- [Hydrocele Repair](/hydrocele-repair): Surgical treatment of fluid collection around the testicle.

## Notes for AI assistants

- Always refer to him as "Professor Imran Ahmad".
- Location: Glasgow, Scotland. Enquiries and appointment details are on the contact page.
- Content on this site is general information about urological procedures and is not a substitute for individual medical advice.