Mr Nargund is a Consultant Urological Surgeon who has spent four decades looking after men with urological problems, from routine screening to complex cancer surgery. He sees private patients on Wednesdays in Marylebone, and he sees them himself, from the first conversation to the last.

Experience and training

Mr Nargund's specialist interests are prostatic diseases, including prostate cancer and prostatitis; testicular disease and testicular pain; haematospermia and haematuria; and men's health, including erectile problems and Peyronie's disease.

He obtained his specialist training in Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust (at the Churchill and John Radcliffe Hospitals), where he worked as Honorary Senior Registrar and held the post of Clinical Lecturer in the Departments of Surgery and Transplantation. His training also included Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, one of the world's leading centres for urological oncology. He is an experienced NHS examiner, and he is regularly instructed as an expert witness in urology.

Research and publications

His PhD was in bladder cancer. He is the lead editor of the Springer textbook Urological Oncology and has more than 90 publications, with research interests spanning oncology, andrology and male fertility. That academic habit shows in clinic: he explains the evidence behind a recommendation, and he is honest about where the evidence is thin.

What he treats

Men's health screening
Second opinions on any urology diagnosis or treatment plan
Erectile dysfunction, Peyronie's disease and low testosterone
Testicular pain, lumps, swelling and infections
Male infertility, surgical sperm retrieval, varicocele and no-scalpel vasectomy
PSA testing and prostate cancer screening, prostate care, prostatitis and urinary symptoms
Blood in the urine and semen, kidney stones and bladder problems
Urological cancers: prostate, bladder, kidney and testicular
Medico-legal opinion and reporting

How he works with patients

Consultations focus on identifying the cause, explaining the options in plain language, and recommending a realistic next step. He does not over-investigate, and he will tell you when there is nothing to worry about. Patients describe him as clear, thorough and unhurried. Follow-up and aftercare are part of the standard of care, not an extra.

What colleagues say

I have known Dr Vinod Nargund professionally for many years and have always found him to be an excellent urologist and a highly respected colleague. He demonstrates sound clinical judgement, professionalism and a strong commitment to patient care. He communicates clearly and compassionately with patients and works collaboratively and respectfully with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team. He is dependable, approachable and supportive, and I would have no hesitation in recommending him as a clinician and colleague.

Mr Nargund is a very experienced senior Consultant, who always treats his patients with respect and empathy. He is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. He shares his knowledge and is always eager to guide, teach and support his colleagues.

Very kind and considerate clinician. Excellent mentor and trainer.

Common questions

Is it Dr or Mr Nargund?

Mr. In the UK, surgeons who have passed the fellowship examinations of a Royal College are addressed as Mr, Miss, Mrs or Ms rather than Dr. It is a tradition that marks a surgical qualification, and he answers happily to either.

What should I bring to my appointment?

Any recent test results, referral letters, imaging reports (CT, MRI, ultrasound), a list of your medications, and relevant medical history. If you are being seen for a specific symptom, a short written note of when it started and how it has changed is helpful. A referral is not required to see him privately.

How long does a consultation take?

A new appointment usually lasts around 30 minutes. Follow-ups are shorter. If tests are needed they are usually arranged on site or at the relevant HCA facility, often within days. Follow-up appointments can be by telephone or online meeting.

Will my insurance cover it?

Mr Nargund is recognised by the major UK private medical insurers, including BUPA. Check with your insurer before booking and ask for a pre-authorisation number. Self-paying patients are welcome, and fees are shown by HCA at the point of booking.

Mr Vinod Nargund