Mr. Ashwin Sridhar is a leading London-based Consultant Urological Surgeon specializing in advanced minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery for complex prostate and bladder conditions. His NHS base is at UCLH, which is the largest pelvic cancer center in the country and is constantly rated top 10 in the world. His private practice has expanded to also cover St Johns Wood and surrounding areas with practice at St Johns and St Elizabeth Hospital.
Nationally recognized for his clinical leadership, education and expertise in Robotics surgery, Mr. Sridhar serves as the Fellowship Program Director at University College London Hospitals (UCLH) and Chair of the Urology User Group Committee at The London Clinic as well as the chair is the Urology Cancer MDT at The London Clinic. His cutting-edge surgical expertise focuses on oncological precision and quality-of-life preservation, utilising advanced Retzius-sparing and nerve-sparing techniques to accelerate post-operative recovery and optimise patient outcomes.
He is an internationally recognised proctor in Robotic surgery and trains surgeons across Europe.
Conditions Mr Sridhar treats at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital
- Prostate Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Benign Prostate Enlargement
- Ureteric and bladder injuries.
Treatments Mr Sridhar offers at St John & St Elizabeth Hospital
- Robotic Prostatectomy
- Aquablation
- Prostate biopsy
- Cystosocpy
- Trans-urethral bladder tumour resection
- Robotic pyeloplasty
- Robotic ureteric re-implant
- Robotic Vesicovagina fistula repair
Additional Information about Mr Ashwin Sridhar
- Hindi
- Kannada
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh
Research Interests & Innovation Focus
- Mr. Sridhar’s academic work concentrates on evaluating and maximizing the clinical efficacy of minimally invasive urological surgery. His principal research areas include:
- Surgical Quality Assurance: Improving short- and long-term oncological and functional recovery outcomes following robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) and robot-assisted radical cystectomy (RARC).
- Image-Guided Interventions: Pioneering augmented reality image guidance and digital integration within pelvic urological surgeries.
- Surgical Education Technology: Integrating novel technologies, virtual classroom paradigms, and artificial intelligence into structured robotic training curricula to improve patient safety.
- Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Mr. Ashwin Sridhar has published extensively in world-renowned medical journals. High-impact contributions include:
- JAMA (2022):Effect of robot-assisted radical cystectomy with intracorporeal urinary diversion vs open radical cystectomy on 90-day morbidity and mortality among patients with bladder cancer: A randomized clinical trial. (Co-author on the seminal iROC clinical trial).
- European Urology (2015): Achieving Quality Assurance of Prostate Cancer Surgery During Reorganisation of Cancer Services. (Co-author; assessing structural frameworks, video peer-reviews, and outcome standardizations during the centralization of London pelvic oncology services).
- Nature Reviews Urology (2013): Image-guided robotic interventions for prostate cancer.
- European Urology Focus (2022): Ethical implications of AI in robotic surgical training: a Delphi consensus statement.
- BJU International (2015):Robot-assisted intracorporeal pyramid neobladder.
- Current Urology Reports (2017):Surgical techniques to optimize early urinary continence recovery post robot assisted radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer.
Prestigious Prizes & Awards
- Recognized internationally and nationally for his leadership in surgical education and clinical delivery:
- Markovicz Prize (2018): Awarded as the Best Outgoing Registrar at University College London Hospitals (UCLH).
- UCL Faculty Education Team Award (2021) – For outstanding contributions to clinical and surgical training platforms.
- Chitra Sethia Medal (2015): Awarded for innovations and dedication to surgical education.
- British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS) Best Poster Prizes: Awarded in 2015 (Prostate Cancer Management) and 2016 (Prostate Cancer Diagnosis).
- European Society of Robotic Urology (ERUS) Poster Prizes: Repeatedly recognized for outstanding academic presentations (2011, 2013, 2014, 2015).
- John Glynn Trainee Audit Prize (2015): Royal Society of Medicine (RSM).
- President’s Award (2011): Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London.
- Consultant Urologist (UCLH)
- Fellowship Program Director (UCLH Urology)
- Director of Robotic Surgery (St John & St Elizabeth Hospital)
My approach to patient care is anchored in precision, clinical excellence, and personalized communication. I believe that successful surgical outcomes are built as much on trust and clear understanding as they are on technical execution.
Here is how I define my clinical philosophy:
1. Evidence-Based, Precision Surgery
I am committed to utilizing the most advanced, minimally invasive technologies available to achieve the best oncological and functional outcomes. My focus on modern techniques such as Retzius-sparing approaches and meticulous nerve-sparing robotic prostatectomies, is driven entirely by a desire to minimize patient recovery times, reduce side effects, and preserve quality of life post-surgery. Every surgical plan is tailored precisely to the patient’s specific anatomy and disease profile.2. Shared Decision-Making & Transparency
Facing a urological condition or cancer diagnosis can be incredibly daunting. I demystify complex medical data and treatment pathways, ensuring patients and their families fully understand their options, whether that involves robotic surgery, active surveillance, or alternative therapies. By fostering an open, jargon-free dialogue, I empower patients to be active participants in their own care decisions.3. Comprehensive, Multidisciplinary Coordination
Patient care does not happen in a vacuum. Leveraging my roles across premier institutions like UCLH, The London Clinic and now HJE, I ensure a seamless, multidisciplinary approach. From the initial consultation through to post-operative rehabilitation, I coordinate closely with oncologists, specialized nurses, and allied health professionals to provide a continuous, holistic ecosystem of support.4. Accessibility and Patient-Centered Continuity
In private practice, peace of mind is paramount. I place a high value on continuity of care, ensuring that my patients feel consistently supported, heard, and monitored at every stage of their surgical journey.