GGO MED | Services

Second opinion & independent clinical review

Clarity when results, opinions, or treatment plans don’t align.

If you’ve been told different things by different clinicians, or you’re not convinced the story fits your symptoms, you’re not being “difficult”. Urology and andrology can be genuinely complex — and uncertainty is common.

If you’re looking for a urology second opinion in London, the goal is clarity — not more noise. “Independent” means I’m not trying to sell you a procedure — I’m trying to make the decision in front of you clearer.

In a second-opinion consultation, I review what’s already happened, what the evidence actually shows, and what the realistic next steps are. The aim is structure, clarity, and a plan you can act on — whether you continue privately, return to the NHS, or both.

Important: This service is not for emergencies. If you have sudden severe testicular pain (possible torsion), can’t pass urine, heavy bleeding in urine, fever with flank pain, or feel acutely unwell, seek urgent care (NHS 111 / A&E) now.

Who this is for

This service is designed for people who want an independent, specialist view on a urology or men’s health problem — without automatically repeating every test or jumping to treatment.

You’ve had tests, but the conclusion doesn’t make sense

You have results (blood tests, scans, cystoscopy, semen analysis, etc.) but no clear explanation of what they mean for you.

You’ve been given conflicting opinions

Different clinicians have suggested different diagnoses or pathways, and you want a coherent plan.

Treatment hasn’t worked — or you’re not sure it was the right treatment

You’ve tried medication, devices, injections, pelvic floor work, shockwave, or procedures and the outcome wasn’t what you hoped for.

You want to compare options calmly

You’re considering surgery or a long-term treatment, and you want a clear risk/benefit discussion tailored to your priorities (symptoms, sexual function, fertility, quality of life).

What I review

I build a structured picture from the information you already have. Depending on your case, that may include:

• • Symptoms and timeline (what changed, when, and what triggers/worsens it)
• • Past medical and sexual history (only what’s relevant — and always handled respectfully)
• • GP and specialist letters
• • Blood tests (including hormones where relevant)
• • Imaging reports (ultrasound, MRI, CT) and, where possible, the images themselves
• • Procedure reports (e.g., cystoscopy findings, biopsies, operative notes)
• • Medication and treatment history (dose, duration, what actually happened)

Where further tests are genuinely useful, I recommend a limited set of targeted investigations chosen for diagnostic value — not volume. I’ll be explicit about what a test is for, and what decision it’s meant to change.

What you get from a second opinion

My job is to be clear about what we know, what we don’t, and what to do next. You should leave with:

• • A plain-English working diagnosis
• • (or the most likely shortlist if uncertainty remains)
• • What is certain vs uncertain
• • — and why
• • Reasonable alternatives
• • that deserve consideration (including “we should stop chasing this” when appropriate)
• • A practical next-step plan
• • you can take to your current team, your GP, or use with me
• • Balanced treatment options
• • aligned to your priorities (symptom control, sexual function, fertility, long-term risk)

In three lines, the aim is:

• • What I think is going on
• • What we still need to be cautious about
• • Exactly what I’d do next (and why)

My approach: evidence-based, candid, and focused on decisions you can act on — without scaremongering or false certainty.

How it works

1) Send what you have

Once booked, you’ll be asked for any relevant documents you can share (letters, results, reports). Don’t worry if you don’t have everything — we work with what’s available.

2) Consultation (in-person or virtual)

We go through your story, the evidence, and what matters most to you. If an examination is important to answer the question properly, I’ll tell you honestly.

3) Clear written summary

Where appropriate, I provide a short written summary: key findings, working diagnosis, what’s uncertain, and the next steps (including questions to take back to your team).

Choose your format

• • Virtual review
• • is often best when your main goal is to interpret results, reconcile conflicting advice, or decide on next steps based on documents.
• • In-person consultation
• • is often best when a physical examination is likely to change the diagnosis or treatment plan.

What to send (useful, not mandatory)

• • Clinic letters
• • (NHS and/or private)
• • Blood tests
• • (including hormones if relevant)
• • Imaging
• • (report + images if available)
• • Procedure reports
• • (cystoscopy, biopsy, operative notes)
• • Medication list
• • (including supplements and any testosterone/TRT if used)

Common scenarios I see

ED persisting after tablets or “shockwave”

We clarify the likely driver (vascular, hormonal, medication-related, psychological, relationship/context, mixed) and map options that match your goals — often with a more realistic sequence than “try everything at once”.

When indicated, we use targeted tests only if they change the decision (for example: hormones, medication review, and Doppler in selected cases).

Persistent urinary symptoms despite medication

We check whether symptoms fit prostate obstruction, overactive bladder, pelvic floor dysfunction, inflammation, or something else — and whether further tests would actually change management.

When indicated, that may include flow rate and post-void residual, cystoscopy, imaging, or urodynamics — chosen for diagnostic value, not routine.

Peyronie’s disease at a plateau

We confirm stability, describe what is (and isn’t) realistically changeable, and discuss non-surgical and surgical options in a way that protects sexual function and expectations.

Male fertility pathway stalling

We review semen analyses, hormones, examination findings (if available), lifestyle/medical factors, and whether targeted steps (or referral into assisted conception pathways) are appropriate.

“Incidental findings” on scans

Many findings sound alarming on paper but are low-risk in context. I’ll translate the radiology into what it means for you — and when follow-up is genuinely needed.

“I don’t feel listened to”

Sometimes the core issue is communication rather than competence. I’ll help you frame the right questions and decide what you need from your next appointment.

Boundaries and limitations

• • Not an emergency service:
• • if you’re acutely unwell, seek urgent care first.
• • Records matter:
• • I can give general guidance without documents, but firm conclusions are harder without reports/results.
• • Examination may be necessary:
• • some questions can’t be answered safely without a physical exam.
• • No guarantees:
• • medicine often involves uncertainty; I’ll be explicit about what we can and can’t know.
• • Respectful collaboration:
• • a second opinion should improve care, not create drama. I’ll be candid, but fair — and I’ll help you communicate the plan clearly.
• • Paperwork scope:
• • the written summary supports your care plan; it isn’t a medico-legal report, an insurance form, or a service that involves chasing third parties.

Your next steps

If you’re stuck between opinions, worried something has been missed, or simply want a clearer explanation of your options, a second opinion can bring things into focus.

Medical disclaimer: This information is for general education only and cannot replace personalised medical advice. If you're concerned about your symptoms, please speak to a GP or specialist urologist.

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