Practising at
Mr Pavlo Somov
Consultant Urologist
FRCS Urol
With over a decade of experience in Urology, including four years as a consultant Urologist, my professional emphasis has been on implementing a personalized approach to treatment, tailoring interventions to the unique needs of each patient under my care.
I have expertise in general Urology, encompassing comprehensive diagnostic assessments for prostate, bladder, and testicular cancer. My competencies extend to the medical and surgical management of lower urinary tract symptoms in both males and females, addressing issues related to flow, urgency, and frequency.
Additionally, my skills cover the treatment of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) and various penile and scrotal surgeries, such as circumcision, frenuloplasty, hydrocele repair, and the removal of epididymal cysts.
Furthermore, I am adept at performing surgeries for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), including both transurethral resection of the prostate and the UroLift procedure. My commitment lies in providing comprehensive care across a spectrum of urological conditions, ensuring the wellbeing of my patients.
I have actively contributed to advancing cancer services as the designated cancer lead for Urology at Countess of Chester Hospital. My primary focus has been the enhancement of diagnostic pathways through strategic redesign. My efforts have been particularly concentrated on the introduction and development of progressive techniques such as transperineal biopsies of the prostate and transurethral LASER ablation for the treatment of bladder tumours.
I am in the process of setting up one stop clinic for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia. I have established local anaesthetic UroLift service for patients with bladder outlet obstruction.
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Pavlo Somov at Spire include:
Urology
- Bladder investigations (cystoscopy)
- Bladder lesion removal
- Cancer tests
- Circumcision
- Hydrocele surgery
- Epididymal cysts removal
- Kidney stones treatment
- Kidney X-ray (retrograde pyelogram)
- Prostate surgery and laser prostate surgery
- Urodynamics
- Vasectomy
Other treatments
- Diagnostic evaluation for suspected prostate, bladder and testicular cancer
- Lower urinary tract symptoms including intravesical botulinum toxin
- Treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (transurethral resection/incision of prostate (TURP/TUIP), uroLift)
- Treatment for kidney stones (including ureteroscopy and LASER lithotripsy)
- Urinary tract infections
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Additional information
Qualification and professional memberships
MBBS equivalent / Odessa State Medical University, Ukraine / 2000
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
MRCS Eng / England / 2010
Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
FRCS Urol / England / 2017
British Association of Urological Surgeons
Professional memberships
British Association of Urological Surgeons
European Association of Urologists
Professional leadership
Cancer Lead for Urology at Countess of Chester Hospital
Honorary Lecturer at Liverpool University (Lectures and Educational supervision of Medical Students)
Medical Appraiser at Countess of Chester Hospital (facilitate annual review of doctors according to Good Medical Practice by GMC)
Personal profile
During my leisure time, I find joy in engaging in water sports, particularly paddle boarding and windsurfing. Additionally, I derive satisfaction from keeping myself occupied with hands-on DIY projects.
Contact information
| Private secretary | Susan Walsh |
| Private secretary telephone | 0151 929 5214 |
| Private secretary email | Susan.Walsh@spirehealthcare.com |