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Dr. Professor John Kelly

Dr. Professor John Kelly

Urosurgeon ·
, London, United Kingdom

37 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English

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About Dr. Professor John Kelly

  • Professor John Kelly is a world-renowned Professor of Uro-Oncology at University College London (UCL).
  • He serves as the Clinical Lead for Urology and Robotic Surgery at University College London Hospitals (UCLH).
  • He is internationally recognised for his pioneering contributions to robotic surgery and bladder cancer management, combining clinical expertise with cutting-edge research and surgical innovation.
  • With over 20 years of experience in radical cystectomy and reconstructive urological surgery, Professor Kelly has been at the forefront of developing advanced robotic techniques for bladder removal and reconstruction, thereby improving patient outcomes, reducing recovery times, and enhancing surgical precision.
  • Under his leadership, UCLH has become the largest robotic pelvic cancer centre in the UK, offering state-of-the-art minimally invasive care.
  • He also directs the Chitra Sethia Minimal Access Centre, a centre of excellence that trains UK and international surgeons in robotic procedures, fostering the next generation of urology specialists.
  • Professor Kelly’s research is focused on novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for bladder and prostate cancer through the Kelly–Feber Laboratory at UCL, supported by Cancer Research UK (CRUK) and the Medical Research Council (MRC).
  • In addition to his clinical and research work, he has played a key role in shaping national urology initiatives, serving as Chair of the Scientific Committee of The Urology Foundation and formerly as Chair of the National Cancer Research Institute (NCRI) Bladder Clinical Studies Group, demonstrating his commitment to improving patient care and advancing the field of urological oncology globally.

Conditions treated by Dr. Professor John Kelly

  • Circumcision
  • Male Sterilisation
  • Management of Prostate and Urological Pain
  • Orchidectomy
  • Penile Lesions (biopsies)
  • Prostate Resection (TURP)
  • Prostate Screening
  • Prostate Surgery
  • Vasectomy
  • Prostate, bladder and renal cancer
  • General urology
  • Robotics

Area of Interest

  • Urology
  • Robotics

Qualification

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) BCh BAO, Queen's University Belfast (1981 - 1987)
  • FRCS Urol, Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh,(1997)
  • Doctor of Medicine (MD), Queen's University Belfast,(1997)

Work Experiences

  • Dr John Kelly served as a Consultant Urological Surgeon at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, part of the University of Cambridge, where he specialised in complex cancer surgery and translational research in uro-oncology.
  • He held the position of Senior Lecturer in Uro-Oncology at the University of Cambridge.
  • Professor Kelly has performed robotic and open radical cystectomies for over 20 years and continues to lead major national clinical trials in robotic surgery, including the largest UK trial in the field of robotic surgery.

Certifications (1)

  • Fellowship at the New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Medical College of Cornell University

Memberships (4)

  • Medical Protection Society (Member)
  • BAUS Oncology (Member)
  • National Cancer Research Institute (Member)
  • National Translational Research Institute (Member)

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Procedures Performed

Adrenalectomy
Burch Colposuspension
Cystolitholapaxy
Genitourinary Reconstruction
Hydrocele Surgery (Hydrocelectomy)
Ileal Conduit
Orchidectomy
Orchidopexy
Prostate Cancer Treatment
Pyeloplasty
Radical Cystectomy

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FAQ's Related to Urosurgeon

A uro-oncologist specializes in cancers of the urinary tract and male reproductive organs, including bladder, prostate, kidney, and testicular cancers. They manage diagnosis, surgical treatment, and follow-up care.

Robotic urological surgery uses advanced robotic systems, like the da Vinci Si, to perform minimally invasive procedures. This allows for smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, faster recovery, and greater precision compared to traditional open surgery.

Robotic surgery is often preferred for complex procedures such as radical cystectomy, prostatectomy, or kidney cancer surgery, particularly when precision and faster recovery are important.

Radical cystectomy is a surgical procedure to remove the bladder, usually for bladder cancer. It may also involve reconstruction of the urinary tract to allow normal urination.

Bladder reconstruction (neobladder or urinary diversion) creates a new way for urine to exit the body. Robotic surgery allows this procedure to be done minimally invasively, reducing recovery time and complications.

Yes. Robotic surgeries are highly precise and have been shown to reduce complications, hospital stay, and post-operative pain. Surgeons like Professor Kelly are highly experienced, performing hundreds of robotic procedures annually.

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