Your First Private Urology Appointment: What to Expect
Seeing a specialist for the first time can feel daunting, especially for problems that are personal or embarrassing. This guide explains what happens before, during and after your first private urology appointment at OX Urology, so you know exactly what to expect.
Before your appointment
Do I need a GP referral?
Self-funding patients do not need a GP referral – you can book directly
Insured patients usually need a GP referral and a pre-authorisation number from your insurer before your first appointment. Please contact your insurer before booking
Mr Keskin is fee-assured / recognised by Bupa, AXA, Aviva, Vitality, Cigna, Allianz, WPA and The Exeter
Where will I be seen?
Nuffield Health The Manor Hospital, Oxford
The New Foscote Hospital, Banbury
Online video consultations – often available the same day, and ideal for an initial discussion or to review results
Evening telephone appointments are also available
What to bring
To make the most of your appointment, please bring:
A list of all your medicines, including blood thinners and anything bought online or over the counter
Your referral letter and insurance details, if you have them
Copies or reports of any previous scans, blood or urine tests
For bladder or prostate problems, a bladder diary for 2–3 days (when you pass urine, how much, and what you drink) is very helpful
A list of your questions – it is easy to forget them on the day
You are always welcome to bring your partner, a relative or a friend.
On the day
If you have urinary symptoms
Please try to arrive with a comfortably full bladder if possible, in case a urine flow test is needed.
The consultation
Your appointment is with Mr Keskin himself, from start to finish. He will:
Listen to your story and ask about your symptoms
Ask about your general health, past operations, medicines and family history
Explain what he thinks is going on, in plain language
The examination
Depending on your symptoms, this may include:
Feeling your tummy (abdomen)
Examining the penis and testicles, for men with relevant symptoms
A prostate examination through the back passage, for men with prostate or urinary symptoms – this takes only a few seconds
A chaperone is always offered for any intimate examination. You can decline any part of the examination, and you can ask to stop at any time.
Tests that may be done at your visit
Urine dipstick test
Urine flow test – you pass urine into a special toilet that measures the flow
Bladder scan – a quick ultrasound to see how well you empty your bladder
Blood tests
Other tests, such as CT, MRI or ultrasound scans, or a flexible cystoscopy (a camera test of the bladder), can usually be arranged quickly, often within days.
After your appointment
You will leave with a clear plan, whether that is reassurance, medication, further tests or a procedure
A letter summarising the consultation is sent to your GP (and to you, if you wish)
Results are reviewed by Mr Keskin personally and discussed with you at a follow-up appointment, by phone or in person
If a procedure is recommended, you will be given written information about its benefits, risks and alternatives, and plenty of time to decide
Common questions
Will I be embarrassed?
Urology often involves personal topics – urine, erections, testicles, the prostate. Mr Keskin sees these problems every day, and nothing you mention will surprise him. Being open about your symptoms is the quickest way to the right answer.
Do I need to stop my blood thinners?
No – not for a consultation. Only stop medicines if you are specifically asked to before a procedure.
Can I consult in Turkish?
Yes – consultations are available in English and Turkish.
Book your consultation
Call 01865 411 747 or email info@oxurology.com. Clinic hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 4pm. For details of consultation fees, please see our Fees & Insurance page.
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