Mr Andrew James
Qualifications
MB ChB, FRCPS, FRCS (Urol)
GMC number: 3304329
Practising since: 1989
Specialties
Urology
Consultation times
- Weekly Friday PM
- Overview
About
Mr Andrew James graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1989 and was appointed as a Consultant Urologist at Hairmyres Hospital, East Kilbride, in 1999. He transferred to Stobhill Hospital, Glasgow, in 2004 and currently works within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
Areas of expertise
- Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)
- Haematuria assessment
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Prostate cancer diagnosis
- Scrotal and testicular conditions
- Diagnostic urology
Conditions treated
Mr James assesses and manages a wide range of urological conditions, including:
- Lower and upper urinary tract disorders
- Prostate disease, including benign enlargement and prostate cancer
- Haematuria
- Hydrocele and epididymal cysts
- Scrotal and testicular lumps
- Testicular cancer
Procedures and treatments
At Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital, Mr James performs:
- Flexible and rigid cystoscopy
- Circumcision
- Hydrocele and epididymal cyst surgery
- Transperineal prostate biopsy, including MRI-targeted biopsy where appropriate
Professional background
Alongside his private practice, Mr James works within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, contributing to service development, clinical governance and the delivery of urological care.
Special interests
Lower and Upper Urinary Tract Disorders
Functional and structural disorders of the urinary tract
Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS)
Haematuria investigation
Prostate Disease
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
Prostate cancer (including diagnostic pathways and biopsy techniques)
Male Genital and Scrotal Pathology
Hydrocele
Testicular and scrotal masses
Testicular malignancy
Other interests
Mr James has a specialist interest in:
- Urinary tract disorders
- Prostate disease including prostate cancer
Treatments and tests offered by Mr Andrew James at Nuffield Health
- Hydrocele surgery
- Epididymal surgery
- Cystoscopy
- Circumcision
Locations Mr Andrew James works with
Related experience
Memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons of Glasgow
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
- British Association of Urological Surgeons
Other posts held
- Consultant Urologist, Stobhill Hospital, Glasgow
Insurers Mr Andrew James works with
Mr Andrew James works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Bupa
- Healix
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- WPA
Declaration
Mr Andrew James does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Mr Andrew James does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Mr Andrew James does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.