Mr Simon Brewster
Urology
GMC: 3169148
Mr Simon Brewster is a consultant urological surgeon with more than 33 years' experience of clinical practice in urology. With a private practice in Oxford running alongside his senior NHS consultant position, Mr Brewster offers state-of-the-art care for the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer, benign prostate enlargement symptoms, prostatitis, urinary tract infections (UTI), scrotal conditions and blood in the urine (haematuria).
After qualifying as a doctor from London's Charing Cross Hospital in 1986 with a first class degree in anatomy and honours in pathology, Mr Brewster undertook his training in surgery and a doctorate research thesis based in Bristol. In 1998 he was appointed as a consultant in Oxford and pioneered the prostate cancer and HoLEP services there. He has led the University Hospitals department with teaching, clinical management, clinical governance and as an elected staff governor for the NHS Foundation Trust. He is a Fellow and Tutor at Hertford College, Oxford. Nationally and internationally, Mr Brewster has influenced specialist training and auditing of surgical outcomes by organising two major conferences and has sat on committees of the British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS) and the Uro-oncology Board of the European Association of Urologists (EAU).
Mr Brewster performs MRI-targeted prostate biopsy, diagnostic bladder examinations (cystoscopy) and a wide range of surgery with a high level of patient satisfaction. For prostate and bladder symptoms he offers all medical options and recent surgical innovations including holmium laser enucleation (HoLEP), BIPOLAR TURP and Rezum steam ablation which have the advantages of reduced bleeding, side-effects and a very short hospital stay compared to traditional prostate surgery. He also has considerable experience with ultrasound-guided prostate brachytherapy, gel spacer implants prior to prostate radiotherapy and day-case injections to treat incontinence after prostatectomy. Mr Brewster also offers patients the new Water-jet prostate AquaAblation treatment.
Mr Brewster maintains an active interest in research and education; he has produced over 90 publications in books and peer-reviewed journals. He is a co-author of the very popular Oxford Handbook of Urology, now in its 4th edition. He undergoes annual appraisal and revalidates with the GMC every five years. With extensive experience in patient care and urological surgery when necessary, Mr Brewster offers a comprehensive evidence-based and personalised service to private patients within and beyond Oxfordshire.
Mr Brewster's secretary, Kate Taylor can be contacted via email or telephone:
kate.taylor@nuffieldhealth.com
01865 307445
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) is a highly effective surgical treatment for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a common condition in which the prostate enlarges and causes urinary problems by obstructing bladder emptying. HoLEP is considered a minimally invasive procedure that removes ALL the central prostate tissue blocking urine flow. Despite being a surgical procedure, it is generally safe, very effective and well-tolerated by most patients.
In our latest article, we spoke with vastly experienced, expert urologist, Mr Simon Brewster, to quiz him in relation to benign prostate enlargement. He detailed the most common signs and symptoms that patients should watch out for and also outlined available treatment options.
UTIs are less common in men but, unfortunately, they can still occur presenting with symptoms such as fever, blood in the wee and pain whilst urinating. One of our expert urologists Mr Simon Brewster explains more, from how you would be examined to how UTI in men is treated.
A cystoscopy is a diagnostic tool that is used to detect bladder problems in both men and women. Mr Brewster, a leading urologist, clarifies what a cystoscopy entails, if it hurts and what to expect from the procedure.
A prostate biopsy is used to remove tissue samples from the prostate gland so that they can be examined for ruling in or out prostate cancer. We've asked one of our top urologists Mr Simon Brewster what happens before the biopsy and what occurs on the day.
Some foods, such as beetroot and rhubard, can make your urine turn a pinkish-red colour. Other times, it can mean you have blood in your urine indicating an underlying health problem or a small infection. Mr Simon Brewster, an Oxford-based urologist, explains in more detail what causes this in women and what treatments should be given.
C.B.
22/03/2025
Mr Brewster is approachable, informative & has a wonderful bedside manner - even when there are difficult messages to deliver. He’s very open & compassionate.
D.M.
14/03/2025
Mr Brewster gave me outstanding care, and I cannot thank him enough for his skill, kindness and sensitivity. The Manor Hospital was excellent too.
D.P.
06/03/2025
Excellent advice and guidance for my treatment. Mr Brewster is friendly and explains things so that they are easy to understand
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