Mr Sandeep Gujral BSc (1st Class Hons) MBBS (London) FRCS (England) FRCS (Urology) FEBU 2018-08-18 Person 5 5 0

At the end of 2017 I saw Mr Gujral as I had a raised PSA count. He thoroughly explained the various potential issues for me and after a scan and a biopsy it was confirmed that I had Prostate Cancer. He showed great care and compassion when giving me this news and set out very clearly the options for treatment. This was followed by a very helpful meeting with the cancer nurse - I then had time to digest the information and come to a decision. I opted to have my prostate removed and made the decision to have open surgery as opposed to robotic. Mr Gujral is very passionate about this subject and gave a compelling argument for open surgery, whilst not pressurising me to take this option. I was influenced by the surgeon's ability to "touch and feel" the organs inside the body and therefore adapt the procedure as needed. Also it appeared that the urinary problems associated with this operation are far less apparent as opposed to robotic surgery. The operation was successful, Mr Gujral was able to save the nerves around the prostate and I have had minimal "leakage" issues after the operation. Some 4 months on I am feeling well and living a normal life. I would like to sincerely thank Mr Gujral for his skill and compassion and would urge patients to seriously consider open surgery if the prostate needs to be removed.