Meet your specialists

Mr Sanjay Vyas MD FRCOG, Consultant Gynaecologist

Sanjay qualified from the London Hospital Medical College, University of London, in 1985 and is a nationally recognised expert in endometriosis and complex laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery.

Having specialised in abdominal and vaginal surgery, he was appointed Consultant Gynaecologist at Southmead Hospital in 1994. The bulk of his surgical work now involves keyhole surgery. He's also a recognised expert in pelvic ultrasound scans.

Sanjay studied the latest surgical techniques for treating endometriosis at the Endometriosis Institute in the United States. Here he observed acclaimed surgeon, David Redwine, and has brought his techniques to the UK.

He is actively involved in clinical research in endometriosis and is a recognized teacher of advanced laparoscopic surgery in gynaecology.

HIs workload consists almost entirely of laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery, for endometriosis, hysterectomy, ovarian cysts and other conditions. The majority of his patients have been referred to him for this expertise.

Sanjay is Specialty Director of the Department of Women's Health at Southmead Hospital, and has been an elected member of the Councils of both the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, and the Bristish Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy.

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Mrs Hazel Abbott, Practice Manager

Hazel has been a medical secretary for more years then she cares to say. She does all the little things that make the biggest difference – arranging surgery, answering questions about insurance and chasing the doctors!

For patients who are coming from a distance, Hazel also has information about where to stay in Bristol. Most patients speak to her over the phone, or meet her in person.

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Mr Valantine Akande PhD MRCOG, Consultant Gynaecologist

Valentine is a Consultant Gynaecologist and infertility specialist who works closely with Sanjay, on the NHS at Southmead, and privately. His PhD thesis and research publications have included the effect of endometriosis on infertility.

Valentine undertakes assessment and treatment for women who have fertility problems in addition to endometriosis.

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Mr Alan Roe ChM FRCS FRCS(Ed), Consultant Colorectal Surgeon

Alan qualified from the University of Dundee in 1977 and has trained in Scotland, Manchester, Bristol and St. Mark's Hospital in London.

He was appointed Consultant Surgeon at Southmead Hospital in 1994 and is now lead clinician for colorectal services at North Bristol Trust. His areas of expertise include surgery for bowel cancer, colitis and diverticulitis, along with the management of anorectal and pelvic floor disorders.

In looking after patients with endometriosis he is involved in operations where the disease has affected the bowel or appendix. The aim is to remove the endometriosis and restore intestinal function using minimally invasive techniques.

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Mr Frank Keeley MD FRCS (Urol), Consultant Urologist

Frank qualified from Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, USA in 1990 and has a special interest in laparoscopic urological surgery. He is Board Certified in the United States and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

Having completed his residency training in Philadelphia, Frank trained for an additional two years in laparoscopic surgery in Edinburgh before he was appointed Consultant Urologist at Southmead Hospital in 1998. The bulk of his surgical work now involves laparoscopic surgery.

He and Sanjay operate together in endometriosis cases where the bladder, ureter or kidney is affected.

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