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Professor Hashim Ahmed is one of London's leading urological surgeons. Operating from the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and The Cromwell Hospital he is best known for his role in the pioneering of ground-breaking changes regarding how men are diagnosed and treated with prostate cancer as well as the minimally invasive therapy of benign prostate enlargement ( BPH).

He is a leading expert in transperineal targeted and image fusion prostate biopsy as well as focal high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) and cryotherapy (cryosurgery). He is one of the top UK surgeons offering Rezum water vapour or steam therapy for enlarged prostates in the UK. He also offers laser TURP (Greenlight laser) and standard TURP according to suitability and patient preference.

Professor Ahmed is dedicated to research for which he has won several prestigious awards and has given numerous lectures on field-related matters. He is renowned for the focal therapy prostate treatments that he provides which offer a less risky alternative to traditional surgery and radiotherapy and he is a global authority on MRI and minimally invasive diagnosis methods. He has carried out hundreds of these procedures and is a renowned international surgeon for HIFU and cryotherapy/cryosurgery.

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Mr Moeketsi Mokete is a consultant urological surgeon with practice in Preston. He has over 25 years’ clinical experience.

Mr Mokete qualified from the University of Bristol in 1994 and completed his higher surgical training in the North-West of England. He started working as a consultant urologist in the NHS in 2006. A fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Mr Mokete is on the GMC’s specialist register for urology and is also a member of various professional organisations, including The Endourological Society, The British Association of Urological Surgeons and the European Association of Urology. Mr Mokete is a trainer recognised by the GMC.

Currently, Mr Mokete privately practises at Ramsay Fulwood Hall Hospital. His NHS base is at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals.

Mr Mokete offers consultations for a wide range of common urological conditions, such as:

• Adult circumcision
• Benign prostatic hyperplasia
• Bladder stones
• Cystoscopy
• Hydrocoele repair
• Painful bladder syndrome
• Prostate surgery
• Removal of benign scrotal lumps
• Ureteroscopy for renal and ureteric stones
• Urethrotomy
• Management of urinary tract infections
• Vasectomy

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Mr Ciaran McGarvey is an experienced orthopaedic surgeon specialising in knee surgery at The Princess Margaret Hospital. He specialises in knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, meniscus, knee arthroscopy, sports injuries and osteotomy.

After graduating from Cambridge University in 2004, Mr McGarvey completed orthopaedic training at Guy’s, King’s, and St Thomas’s Hospitals in London. He further enhanced his skills by working with well-known knee surgeons, including Professor Ponky Firer in Johannesburg and Mr Tim Spalding in Coventry. During 2012-2016, he also served as the matchday team doctor for Saracens Rugby Club.

Mr McGarvey performs various knee surgeries like ligament reconstruction, meniscus repair, and cartilage repair. He's skilled at addressing issues such as patellofemoral pain and instability, providing customised solutions. For early knee osteoarthritis, he specialises in joint-preserving surgeries like osteotomy and focal resurfacing. In cases of established arthritis, he conducts joint replacement procedures, including both partial and total knee replacements.

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Dr Kavita Poply is a highly accomplished and respected professional in the field of Pain Medicine and Neuromodulation. Currently serving as a consultant in Pain medicine and Neuromodulation at St Bartholomew's Hospital and Senior Lecturer at Queen Mary University, London. She has dedicated her career to advancing medical education and research in neuromodulation and pain management and providing exceptional care to her patients.
 
Her academic achievements include a medical degree (MBBS) from SMS Medical College, Jaipur, India, Fellow of the Royal College of Anaesthesia (FRCA), and Fellow of the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FFPMRCA). With an impressive academic background, she earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from Queen Mary University of London for her novel and ground-breaking research on “Dynamic Brain Imaging Response to SCS Differential Frequencies: A double-blind RCT”, which has contributed significantly to understanding the effects of spinal cord stimulation treatment algorithms at the brain level in exploring objective outcome measurement biomarkers.
 
Dr Poply's clinical practice remains at the forefront of innovation through her continuous engagement in cutting-edge research and educational activities. She is passionate about delivering holistic care to chronic pain patients and has established a multidisciplinary team (MDT) comprising neurosurgeons, psychologists, and physiotherapists to ensure comprehensive treatment plans for her patients.
 
Her area of expertise encompasses a wide range of conditions, including headaches (migraine, cluster headache and facial pains), trigeminal neuralgia, back pain, sciatica, neck pain, brachialgia, CRPS, fibromyalgia, shingles/pleuritic pain, shoulder, knee, hip and ankle joint pains, musculoskeletal pains, chronic abdominal, hronic pelvic pain, chronic groin pain (post-surgical/neuropathic), chronic anal pain, vulvodynia, cancer pain, bruxism and nonsurgical treatment for foot corns/callosities/bunions etc. Dr Poply is well-versed in interventional pain management treatment options and routinely performs various pain procedures, such as, median branch block, dorsal root block, radiofrequency (RF) treatments (step-up procedure following steroid block for the longer and denser benefit), trigger point injections, peripheral nerve blocks, genicular nerve block and RF (knee pains), intercostal nerve block and RF (shingle and chronic pleuritis), stellate ganglion/splanchnic nerves/coeliac plexus/ganglion of impar block and RF, Botox treatment (chronic migraine, bruxism and musculoskeletal pains) and many other painful conditions.
 
Additionally, Dr Poply is highly skilled in the advanced stimulation therapies (Spinal cord stimulator, Multifidus stimulator, Peripheral nerve stimulator) for the multiple refractory painful conditions (Back pain, Sciatica, Neck pain and brachialgia, CRPS, diabetic neuropathy, osteoarthritic knee pain, Hip Pain, ankle pain and groin pain) as a conservative, minimally invasive, complex surgery-sparing option. Her expertise extends into occipital nerve stimulation for chronic migraine and cluster headaches. Her clinical practice is entirely based on authentic evidence-based practices founded on research and education. Her commitment to patient well-being is evident in the excellent feedback she receives from her patients, who benefit from her expertise.
 
Apart from her clinical roles, Dr Kavita Poply actively contributes to the medical community through various leadership positions and educational roles. She serves as the Program Lead for the "PGcert in Neuromodulation and Pain Management program" at Queen Mary University, London, which is the first and only postgraduate accreditation in Neuromodulation since the inception of therapy for more than half a century. Moreover, she is the Co-Director and Founder of the Education Program in Neuromodulation (EEPIN), a foundation program in neuromodulation based at City University, London. Additionally, she holds the position of Deputy Director at the Pain Research Centre (PaRC) at St Bartholomew's Hospital, London, and serves as a Principal Investigator for multiple investigator-initiated commercial and NIHR clinical trials.
 
Dr Poply's dedication to medical education extends to her role beyond geographical boundaries as a member of the Education Committee of the North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS) and as an associate editor of the Pain Practice journal, where she contributes her expertise to advance the field internationally.
 
With an unwavering commitment to patient-centred care, continuous research, and education, Dr Poply continues to make significant contributions to the fields of Pain Medicine and Neuromodulation, positively impacting the lives of countless patients and shaping the future of pain management and neurostimulation.

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Dr Philip Bullen is a highly respected consultant obstetrician at The Portland Hospital. He specialises in fetal medicine, obstetric and gynaecologic ultrasound, antenatal care, ectopic pregnancy, high risk pregnancy and natural childbirth.

After graduating from Manchester University in 1987, Dr Bullen embarked on a journey of academic excellence, pursuing higher training and conducting cutting-edge research at esteemed institutions in Newcastle and London. In 2000, he returned to Manchester, assuming the role of consultant, and has since been at the forefront of revolutionising maternal and fetal healthcare.

Dr Bullen offers a comprehensive suite of fetal medicine services that encompass a spectrum of advanced techniques. Renowned for his proficiency in ultrasound scanning and invasive prenatal testing methods such as amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling (CVS), and fetal blood sampling, Dr Bullen ensures accurate and precise prenatal diagnoses, providing expectant mothers with essential insights into their pregnancy journey.

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Mr Jason Lee is an esteemed consultant breast surgeon in London, with over 20 years of experience. He is an expert in all areas of breast surgery including breast cancer, breast screening, risk assessment for surgery and benign breast conditions.

Mr Lee forms part of 108 Harley Street Medical, a multi-disciplinary medical centre in the heart of London's world-famous private healthcare zone. He is also a consultant oncoplastic breast surgeon at London North West Healthcare NHS trust, a position he has held since 2013.

He graduated from the prestigious University of Cambridge with a double qualification in medicine and surgery, before completing surgical training at Middlesex Hospital. He gained his master of surgery title, the highest qualification in surgery, for his extensive study into how genetics influence inflammatory response to surgery. Mr Lee went on to complete higher surgical training in the North West Thames region, as well as the year-long National TIG Oncoplastic Fellowship.

In addition to his excellent patient care, Mr Lee is also the clinical breast service lead at London North West Healthcare NHS Trust, a role which he has used to encourage and facilitate innovation and higher standards in his department. He guides the next generation of surgeons as a regular teacher of London General Surgery higher surgical trainees.

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Dilesh Makwana is an esteemed optometrist based in Coventry, with more than 10 years of experience. His areas of expertise include eye examinations, myopia control, paediatric optometry, dry eyes, blepharitis, colorimetry and contact lenses.

Mr Makwana graduated with a BSc in Optometry from the University of Aston in 2012, before going on to become a member of the College of Optometrists the following year. He quickly established himself as an eminent voice in the field, winning a national award for Newly Qualified Optometrist of the Year in 2017. He was also awarded a prestigious scholarship from Alcon, which recognises the professional development of optometrists upon qualifying. In addition to his areas of expertise, Mr Makwana also has a special interest include orthokeratology, anterior eye disease and optometry in the community. Mr Makwana has also recently achieved a Professional Certificate in Glaucoma.

Mr Makwana currently serves as both managing director and specialist IP optometrist for all four Eyesite Eyecare Centres, a distinguished group of private and independent opticians in Coventry. Eyesite Eyecare Centres ensures patients receive the highest standard of optical care from highly-skilled optometrists, as well as prime customer service. A wide range of services and procedures are available at each of the centres.

In addition to his clinical work, Mr Makwana has also published several articles in Optometry Today, and has been invited to speak on BBC Radio on a range of eye health issues. 
 

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Mr Stefano Giuliani is one of London's leading paediatric surgeons working at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. He is an expert in neonatal, gastrointestinal, oncologic and minimally invasive surgery for children.

Mr Giuliani qualified as a specialist Paediatric surgeon in 2006 at the University of Padova, Italy. Then he worked for four years with world-renowned surgeons at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles (USA) achieving excellent skills in the most complex cases in the field of Paediatric Surgery. Mr Giuliani has been a consultant paediatric surgeon since 2008 and he moved to London in 2011. Currently working across prestigious hospitals in Central London, including Great Ormond Street Hospital for Sick Children, The Portland Hospital for Women and Children and The Harley Street Clinic.

Mr Giuliani has a license to practice in the UK, Italy, and the USA. This international background makes him an experienced paediatric surgeon aware of the latest and most advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques (laparoscopy and thoracoscopy) in the field. 

Mr Giuliani holds a PhD in Developmental Biology and he is Honorary Senior Lecturer at University College London (UCL). He directs a successful research team aiming to advance the field of Neonatal and Paediatric surgery. He has published extensively in famous international peer-reviewed journals and presented his research at international meetings all around the world.

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Mr George Xirogiannis is a distinguished registered specialist periodontist based in London, with expertise in both non-surgical and surgical periodontal treatments. His specialisation extends to a range of procedures, including sinus lifts, implants, bone grafts, gum recession/gum graft surgery, and dental crown lengthening for gummy smiles.
 
In 2003, Mr Xirogiannis earned his Doctorate in Dental Surgery (D.D.S) from the University of Athens, Greece. Subsequently, he pursued advanced studies, obtaining an MSc in Periodontology from Queen Mary University, London, in 2008. This academic foundation has been pivotal in shaping his comprehensive understanding of periodontal care.
 
With over 15 years of invaluable professional experience, Mr Xirogiannis currently serves as a registered specialist periodontist at Bespoke Dental Fulham. In addition to his areas of expertise mentioned above, his clinical practice focuses on addressing soft-tissue deformities, bleeding gums, and gum recession, reflecting his dedication to providing holistic periodontal care.
 
Beyond his clinical practice, Mr Xirogiannis has actively contributed to the field through research, presentations, and educational roles. His commitment to advancing periodontal knowledge is evident in his involvement in various academic pursuits. Fluent in English and Greek, Mr Xirogiannis is not only a seasoned practitioner but also a well-rounded professional who continually seeks to enhance his skills and contribute to the broader dental community.
 
Prospective patients seeking an experienced and knowledgeable periodontist can confidently turn to Mr George Xirogiannis for personalised, high-quality periodontal care.

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Professor Kevin Moore is one of London's leading and most reputable liver specialists. He is current professor of hepatology at University College London (UCL) and sees and treats all forms of liver disease at the Royal Free London Foundation Trust. His main areas of expertise include fatty liver, haemochromatosis, alcoholic liver disease, alcoholism, ascites, as well as cirrhosis. 

Impressively, for twenty years, he was an integral part of the liver transplant team at the previously mentioned Royal Free London Foundation Trust, which leads the treatment of cirrhosis complications. Professor Moore sees patients with a wide variety of liver problems from abnormal liver function tests to advanced cirrhosis.  He currently leads the Alcohol Care Team at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and treats patients with alcohol dependency and alcohol-related liver problems, as well as fatty liver disease, autoimmune liver disease and cirrhosis.

Professor Moore chaired the writing of the National Plan for Liver Services in 2010, has published two books in acute medicine (Oxford Handbook of Acute Medicine and the Oxford Desk Reference), and has been widely published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. 

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