Videos of Mr Andrew Ballaro

An expert on Holmium Laser prostatectomy (HOLEP) - Online interview See more

“If you imagine [the prostate as an orange] and you pee through the core of an orange, we go in and we remove the flesh of the orange and leave the peel.” In our latest online interview, revered consultant urologist Mr Andrew Ballaro shares his expertise on HOLEP, a procedure that can be beneficial to men with large prostates. The London and Brentwood practising consultant explains in detail what the surgery is, who it is best suited to, and what the benefits of the surgery are. 0:00 What is Holmium Laser prostatectomy (HOLEP)? 0:54 Who is a candidate for HOLEP? 1:23 Is HOLEP considered major surgery? 1:49 How can you prepare for HOLEP? 2:21 How long does it take to recover from (HOLEP)? 3:00 Can prostate regrow after HOLEP? If you are interested in booking a consultation with Mr Ballaro, you can do so directly from his Top Doctor’s profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/a... ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh

Everything you should know if you’re considering adult circumcision – Online interview See more

Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin from a male’s penis. In our latest online interview, esteemed consultant urologist Mr Andrew Ballaro shares his expertise on the procedure for adults. The London and Brentwood-based urologist discusses the reasons why someone may get a circumcision, what to expect from the procedure, and outlines what some of the risks are. 0:00 What is circumcision? 0:13 For what reasons would an adult get circumcised? 0:57 Who performs adult circumcision? 1:12 What does the procedure entail? 1:59 How painful is the procedure? 2:29 How long does it take to heal? 3:07 What are the risks of adult circumcision? If you would like to book a consultation with Mr Ballaro to find out more about adult circumcision, you can book directly on his Top Doctor's profile here: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/a... ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh

What are the most common bladder problems? See more

What can go wrong with your bladder - and who should you see about it? Leading consultant urologist Mr Andrew Ballaro explains all. Book a consultation with Mr Ballaro today: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/andrew-ballaro

How does extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy work? See more

Extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a medical procedure for breaking up kidney stones in the body. We spoke to leading consultant urologist Mr Andrew Ballaro to find out how the procedure works and what patients can expect. Book a consultation with Mr Ballaro today: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/andrew-ballaro

What is the procedure used to treat large kidney stones? See more

Some kidney stones are too large to be treated by extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL) or a ureteroscopy. So what's the protocol in this situation? Leading consultant urologist Mr Andrew Ballaro explains the surgical procedure for treating larger kidney stones, and any complications that it can involve.

All you need to know about ureteroscopy See more

What is a ureteroscopy? And how can a ureteroscopy be beneficial in treating kidney stones? We asked leading consultant urologist Mr Andrew Ballaro, based in Wellington Platinum Medical Centre in London. Book a consultation with Mr Ballaro today: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/andrew-ballaro

An introduction to Mr Andrew Ballaro See more

In this brief but fascinating introductory video, we learn what inspired highly revered London and Brentwood-based consultant urologist, Mr Andrew Ballaro, to become a doctor, what the most rewarding aspect of his job is, and what he believes his patients value most about him. To book a consultation with Mr Ballaro, simply head on over to his Top Doctors profile here today: https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/andrew-ballaro ✔ Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3fSrqXb ✔ Follow us on Facebook: https://bit.ly/3t5kGsW ✔ Follow us on Twitter: https://bit.ly/39TidKh