Prof. Greg Shaw, Consultant Urologist
Prof. Greg Shaw
Consultant Urologist
Prof. Greg Shaw BSc MBBS MD FRCS(Urol)
Consultant Urologist
Prof. Greg Shaw
Consultant Urologist BSc MBBS MD FRCS(Urol)
Prof. Shaw is a recommended Consultant Urologist
Areas of expertise
- Uro-oncology (bladder & prostate)
- Prostate cancer diagnostics
- Prostate biopsy
- Robotic radical prostatectomy
- Benign prostatic obstruction
Recommendations for Prof. Shaw
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Recommended by:
byDr Miles Edward Christie, GP
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because I have found him to be hugely knowledgeable, extremely approachable on all aspects of urology and explains what could be potentially confusing information in a straightforward and affable manner. Patients feel very comfortable and confident in his care. I understand him to be an excellent surgeon with particular skill in robotic surgery for the prostate. But he is also my go-to man for the more everyday urological complaints of my patients. Highly Recommended.❞
byDr Sanjeet Singh Chana, GP
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because of his combination of cutting edge care built through an impressive background in research and training, alongside an approachable and personable manner. As a GP I've found him informative on general and more complex urological cases, and would have no hesitation referring my patients to him.❞
byMr Rajesh Nair, Consultant Urologist
❝Prof. Greg Shaw is a prostate surgeon who is very kind, empathetic and a very approachable individual who easily strikes a rapport with the patient.❞
byMr Thomas Crompton, Trauma and Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeon
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because he is dedicated to his work and constantly updating his practice for the benefit of his patients.❞
by Dr Mark Linch, Oncologist
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because he is a patient centred, research focused, high volume prostate cancer surgeon with whom I have the pleasure of working with.❞
byDr Miles Edward Christie, GP
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because I have found him to be hugely knowledgeable, extremely approachable on all aspects of urology and explains what could be potentially confusing information in a straightforward and affable manner. Patients feel very comfortable and confident in his care. I understand him to be an excellent surgeon with particular skill in robotic surgery for the prostate. But he is also my go-to man for the more everyday urological complaints of my patients. Highly Recommended.❞
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because of his combination of cutting edge care built through an impressive background in research and training, alongside an approachable and personable manner. As a GP I've found him informative on general and more complex urological cases, and would have no hesitation referring my patients to him.❞
byMr Rajesh Nair, Consultant Urologist
❝Prof. Greg Shaw is a prostate surgeon who is very kind, empathetic and a very approachable individual who easily strikes a rapport with the patient.❞
byMr Thomas Crompton, Trauma and Orthopaedic Consultant Surgeon
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because he is dedicated to his work and constantly updating his practice for the benefit of his patients.❞
by Dr Mark Linch, Oncologist
❝I recommend Prof. Greg Shaw because he is a patient centred, research focused, high volume prostate cancer surgeon with whom I have the pleasure of working with.❞
Make an appointment
Address
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The Prostate Centre
18 Devonshire Street, London, W1G 7AQ
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place, London, W1U 5NY
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Telephone or video consultation
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About Prof. Greg Shaw
GMC number: 4626222
Year qualified: 1999
Place of primary qualification: University of London
Prof. Greg Shaw is a Consultant Urological Surgeon based in London, UK. He graduated from St Bartholomew's Medical College in 1999 and developed a keen interest in prostate cancer while undertaking an MD research degree at St Bartholomew's Hospital, London. This interest was further explored during a four-year Lectureship at The University of Cambridge, where he worked with a world-class research team and made significant contributions to the field.
Prof. Shaw began his specialist urology training in North London and was later awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England. During his time at Cambridge, he developed a strong interest in robotic surgery, which he further honed through his Fellowship.
In his current role, Prof. Shaw leverages his extensive scientific training to provide the latest evidence-based care for patients suspected of having or diagnosed with prostate cancer. His services include the investigation of common urological issues such as blood in the urine, difficulty in urination, raised PSA levels, and urinary tract infections. He is proficient in diagnosing and treating prostate and bladder cancer, employing a variety of biopsy techniques including transperineal and MRI-guided approaches. Additionally, he performs benign prostate surgery and inguino-scrotal surgery.
Prof. Shaw is dedicated to ensuring the best possible care for his patients by staying at the forefront of medical advancements in urology. His commitment to excellence and patient-centred care has made him a respected figure in the field of urology since his appointment.
Areas of expertise
- Active surveillance
- Bladder neck stenosis
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Chronic prostatitis prostatism (CP/CPPS)
- Endo-urology
- Epididymal cysts
- ESWL
- Foreskin problems
- Frozen section
- General urology
- Haematuria
- Hydroceles
- Kidney stones
- Lower urinary tract symptoms
- Lump
- MRI prostate for prostate cancer
- NeuroSAFE
- Orchidectomy
- Orchidopexy
- Peno-scrotal surgery - circumcision
- Phimosis
- Prostate biopsy - transrectal prostate biopsy
- Prostate cancer diagnostics
- Prostate MRI
- Prostatic disease
- Pyelonephritis
- Raised PSA
- Retzius sparing
- Robotic prostatectomy
- Second opinion for prostate cancer options
- Targeted prostate biopsy for prostate cancer
- Transperineal prostate biopsy for accurate prostate cancer mapping
- TURP
- Urethral structure
- Urinary problems - recurrent urinary tract infection
- Urinary/urine symptoms
- Uro-oncology (bladder & prostate)
- Vasectomy
Frequently asked questions
What are the common symptoms that your patients tend to present with?
Few commonest symptoms for which patients come to see me are hematuria, raised PSA, lower urinary tract symptoms, testis lumps, testis pain and problems urinating.
What are the treatments that you're able to offer your patients?
The treatments I offer are cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, MRI fusion biopsy, transperineal biopsy, scrotal lump surgery, radical orchidectomy, robotic radical prostatectomy, nerve sparing and NeuroSAF.
What are your areas of sub-specialist interest?
My subspecialist interests include Prostate Cancer Diagnostics, Prostate cancer, Prostate MRI, Prostate biopsy - Transrectal prostate biopsy, Transperineal prostate biopsy, Targetted prostate biopsy, prostate biopsy for prostate cancer; MRI prostate for prostate cancer, Targeted prostate biopsy for prostate cancer, Transperineal prostate biopsy for accurate prostate cancer mapping, Prostatic disease.
Prostate cancer treatment - Robotic prostatectomy, NeuroSAFE, Frozen section , Retzius sparing, active surveillance, second opinion for prostate cancer options.
Urinary problems - Recurrent urinary tract infection, Lower urinary tract symptoms, Haematuria, Raised PSA; Urinary/urine symptoms, Chronic prostatitis (CP/CPPS) prostatism, urethral stricture, bladder neck stenosis, TURP, BPH, General Urology, pyelonephritis, Endourology, Kidney stones; Urinary stone.
Peno-Scrotal Surgery - Circumcision, Vasectomy, Epididymal Cysts, Hydroceles, Orchidectomy, Orchidopexy, Foreskin problems, Phimosis, Vasectomy, Pain, Lump.
Professional memberships
Articles by Prof. Greg Shaw
How robots have saved lives of 500 men in London battling deadly prostate cancer
The robot will see you now: could computers take over medicine entirely?
Prostate Cancer Tests 'Offer False Hope'
NeuroSAFE robot-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy
Use of magnetic resonance imaging and biopsy data
Noninvasive detection of clinically significant prostate cancer using circulating tumor cells.
Massive Ascites Following Robot-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
Intraoperative frozen section for margin evaluation during radical prostatectomy
Patient prostate samples for research
Pathological findings and magnetic resonance imaging concordance at salvage radical prostatectomy
A prospective audit of intermittent anti-androgen
Spotlight on a specialist: Prof. Greg Shaw, Consultant Urologist
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