Mr Andrew Ballaro is an experienced Consultant Urologist who has worked as a full-time NHS and private consultant for more than 15 years. He provides comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of urological conditions, combining evidence-based treatment with a personalised approach to patient care. His practice covers all aspects of adult general urology, with particular expertise in enlarged prostate, kidney stone disease and prostate cancer diagnosis.
A recognised specialist in minimally invasive urological surgery, Mr Ballaro offers advanced treatments for benign prostate enlargement and urinary retention, including Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) and Aquablation. He tailors treatment to each patient’s individual needs, helping men achieve effective symptom relief while minimising recovery time.
Mr Ballaro is also highly experienced in the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer. He provides MRI-based prostate assessment and transperineal MRI fusion prostate biopsy, enabling accurate and minimally invasive investigation of raised PSA levels and suspected prostate cancer.
In addition, he runs a high-volume kidney stone practice and is recognised for his expertise in the comprehensive management of complex stone disease. His practice includes advanced laser stone surgery and minimally invasive stone removal techniques, helping patients achieve excellent outcomes with reduced recovery times.
Alongside his clinical work, Mr Ballaro has a strong interest in education and research. He completed his research doctorate at the Institute of Urology, University College London, has published extensively on minimally invasive surgery and bladder physiology, and is co-author of the medical textbook Lecture Notes in Urology. He is actively involved in teaching and training future urologists.
Conditions Mr Ballaro treats patients for:
- Enlarged prostate (benign prostatic enlargement)
- Urinary retention
- Kidney stones
- Raised PSA
- Suspected prostate cancer
- Prostate cancer
- Blood in the urine (haematuria)
- Urinary tract infections
- Prostatitis
- Pelvic pain syndrome
- Urinary symptoms
- Bladder conditions
- Catheter-related problems
- Ureteric stent problems
- Testicular pain
- Testicular lumps
- Overactive bladder
- General adult urological conditions
- Patients seeking second opinions for urological conditions
Urological Treatments Mr Ballero offers:
- Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)
- Aquablation
- Transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
- MRI fusion prostate biopsy
- Prostate MRI assessment
- Laser kidney stone surgery
- Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL)
- Ultra-mini PCNL
- Endoscopic kidney stone treatment
- Management of urinary retention
- Prostate cancer diagnostic investigations
- Adult circumcision
- Flexible cystoscopy
Additional Information about Mr Andrew Ballaro
- MBBS-Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine
- MSc and MD-University College London
- FRCS(urol)- Royal College of Surgeons of England.
Consultant Urological Surgeon – Barking Havering and Redbridge NHS Trust.
Mr Ballaro has written over fifty paper/abstract publications relating to endourology, minimally invasive surgery and bladder physiology.
His MSc and MD Research Thesis was on on bladder physiology and he is the co-editor of the latest edition of ‘Lecture Notes in Urology’ textbook.
- British Association of Urological Surgeons
- European Association of Urologists
He runs a highly regarded private practice with easy access to results and on-line further advice after consultation. As a result, he has been awarded numerous iwantgreatcare certificates of excellence based on verified patient reviews.