Mr Philip James

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Raised in North Yorkshire but now firmly established in Surrey, Philip’s medical career has covered the length and breadth of England. He graduated from Nottingham University in 2007, achieving his BMedSci degree investigating the role of “Cell Membrane Rafts” in disease processes, including cancer. After completing his Foundation and Core Surgical Training in the Midlands, his Urology Specialist Training was undertaken in London, Kent, Surrey and Sussex. He returned to take up his NHS Consultant post at Ashford & St. Peter’s in October 2017.

Philip specialises in all aspects of core urology, including endourological procedures of the upper and lower urinary tract. His scope extends to both benign and malignant conditions, as well as all aspects of male and female urological problems. He has a keen interest in improving the diagnostic pathways of patients with suspected prostate malignancy, and helped to introduce template-guided prostate biopsy to Ashford & St. Peter’s. In addition, he has been integral to the development of day-case treatments for bladder cancer, and bladder outflow obstruction, through his interest in Transurethral Laser Ablation and photovapourisation techniques.

In addition to his clinical work, Philip maintains a firm commitment to urological training both in the Kent, Surrey & Sussex Deanery, and nationally. He regularly hosts training sessions for those in Higher Speciality Training, and he is also founding member of the National Catheter Programme, (a Health Education England funded initiative that is working to improve the care of patients with indwelling, urethral and supra-pubic catheters).

In his free time, Philip enjoys nothing more than going to a big event with his wife, cheering on Harlequins and Brentford, and playing golf and tennis at his local clubs.

Philip is passionate about the service that he provides, and welcomes your feedback.