Consultant profile

About Mr Syed Ali Shahzad

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad is a Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon in Birmingham. This profile summarises his GMC registration, urology qualifications, clinical leadership roles and specialist interests in prostate, kidney and bladder care.

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad, Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon

Video profile

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A short video introduction for patients who want to learn more about Mr Syed Ali Shahzad before arranging a private urology appointment.


In consultation

A structured, consultant-led approach

Mr Shahzad’s consultations are built around careful assessment, review of relevant investigations and a plain-English discussion of diagnosis, treatment options and follow-up.

  • Review of previous results and hospital correspondence.
  • Imaging-led discussion where MRI, CT or ultrasound scans are relevant.
  • Clear advice on whether treatment, monitoring or further tests are needed.

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad in a private consultation room with prostate MRI imaging and Birmingham Advanced Urology service highlights


Research, publications and affiliations

Academic contribution

Mr Shahzad’s profile includes peer-reviewed publications, clinical education and international urology affiliations alongside his consultant practice. This helps show the depth of specialist experience behind his prostate, bladder, kidney and men’s health work.

Natural course of low-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancers: a 10 year follow-up and comparative study to European Association of Urology

A Sultana, D Patel, S A Ehsanullah, S A Shahzad. European Urology Open Science, 31(S1), S4, 2021. DOI: 10.1016/S2666-1683(21)00168-3.

European Urology Open Science abstract comparing local low-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer outcomes with European Association of Urology predicted rates.

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The challenges of implementing Enhanced Recovery Programme in urology

V Koo, H Brace, A Shahzad and N Lynn. International Journal of Urological Nursing, 7(2), 106-110, July 2013. DOI: 10.1111/ijun.12006.

Peer-reviewed nursing and service improvement paper on implementing enhanced recovery pathways in urology.

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The Role of Active Surveillance in the Management of Early Prostate Cancer and the Impact of the NICE Guidelines

J Boddy, N Lai, C Lynch, S A Shahzad, A P Doherty, D M A Wallace, R I Bhatt. British Journal of Medical and Surgical Urology, 3(3), May 2010. DOI: 10.1016/j.bjmsu.2009.12.003.

Publication on active surveillance for early prostate cancer and the impact of NICE guidance on management decisions.

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Silicone Foley catheters outperform latex Foley catheters for post-nasal packing: an in-vitro study

R Almeyda, A Shahzad and N Bleach. Clinical Otolaryngology, 32(6), 480-483, 2007. PMID: 18076439. DOI: 10.1111/j.1749-4486.2007.01489.x.

PubMed-indexed comparative study evaluating silicone and latex Foley catheters for post-nasal packing.

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MP44-02 Strictures following ureteroscopic lasertripsy: risk factors and treatment

Syed Ali Shahzad, United Kingdom.

Selected academic work in endourology, focused on ureteric strictures following ureteroscopic stone treatment and factors involved in management.

Tricky ten minutes: what can I do to stop these attacks of cystitis?

Pulse clinical education article, 23 May 2013.

GP-facing clinical education contribution on recurrent cystitis, listed by Pulse with Mr Ali Shahzad as specialist registrar in urology, West Midlands Training Programme.

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Professional affiliations

  • Fellow Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)
  • Fellow of European Board of Urology (FEBU)
  • Member Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh (RCS Ed)
  • Member British Association of Urological Surgeons (BAUS)
  • Member Societe Internationale d’Urologie (SIU)
  • Member European Association of Urology (EAU)
  • Member American Urological Association (AUA)
  • Regional Fellow Royal Society of Medicine (RSM)
  • Member British Medical Association (BMA)
  • Member Endourology Society

Publication and affiliation information is provided for professional background only. It is not a substitute for personalised medical advice.


Clinical teams and technology

Real clinical practice, specialist urology teams

These images show Mr Shahzad’s work with urology teams, robotic theatre technology and prostate treatment equipment across specialist clinical settings.

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad with a robotic theatre team in an operating theatre
Robotic theatre team and minimally invasive surgical technology
Mr Syed Ali Shahzad standing beside a da Vinci robotic surgical system
Experience with da Vinci robotic surgical systems
Mr Syed Ali Shahzad with a clinical team and Rezum treatment equipment
Rezum treatment equipment and trained clinical team
Mr Syed Ali Shahzad with a urology team holding a team recognition award
Urology team recognition and service development
Mr Syed Ali Shahzad with an international robotic surgery team in theatre scrubs
Robotic urology learning and collaboration with specialist teams

Robotic urology

Robotic-assisted surgery for selected urology procedures

Robotic platforms can support precise minimally invasive surgery for selected kidney and urology conditions. Mr Shahzad discusses whether a robotic approach is suitable after careful assessment, imaging review and consultant-led planning.


Clinical practice

Specialist urology in a modern theatre setting

These images show Mr Shahzad’s work with theatre teams and specialist urology technology, supporting his clinical focus on minimally invasive and robotic urology.

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad with a robotic theatre team and robotic surgery system
Robotic theatre team and specialist equipment
Mr Syed Ali Shahzad holding a Rezum expert user certificate
Rezum expert user recognition
Mr Syed Ali Shahzad with a clinical theatre team
Clinical team training and treatment support

Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon

Qualifications, experience and specialist interests

FRCS Urol | FEBU | GMC 6071731

Mr Shahzad is a GMC registered specialist urologist with FRCS Urol and FEBU qualifications. His work includes consultant-led assessment, minimally invasive urology and robotic surgery for selected prostate, kidney and bladder conditions.

Patients can read this page to understand his background, credentials and areas of clinical focus before choosing the relevant condition or treatment page.

GMC 6071731

Registered specialist urologist with the General Medical Council.

FRCS Urol | FEBU

Fellowship and European Board of Urology qualifications.

26 years of experience

Extensive urology experience across NHS and private practice.

Senior Clinical Lecturer

Academic role with the University of Birmingham.

Clinical Service Lead

Leadership experience across specialist urology services.

Robotic Renal Service Lead

Robotic kidney surgery expertise and service leadership.

Clinical interests

Prostate enlargement, raised PSA, prostate cancer pathways, kidney stones, kidney cancer, hydronephrosis, haematuria, bladder cancer investigation, overactive bladder and recurrent urinary symptoms.

Appointments

Appointments are available for self-pay and insured patients across Birmingham, Worcestershire and the West Midlands. No GP referral is required for self-pay patients.

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Prostate cancer assessment and treatment planning

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad provides consultant-led assessment for raised PSA, suspected prostate cancer and confirmed prostate cancer, including review of MRI, biopsy results, staging information and treatment options.

Read about prostate cancer treatment planning in Birmingham

Birmingham Advanced Urology
Private consultant urology care in Birmingham, Worcestershire and the West Midlands.

Mr Syed Ali Shahzad
Consultant Urological and Robotic Surgeon
GMC: 6071731

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