Overview
Enfield's predominantly suburban male population includes thousands of men over 50 for whom PSA screening is the most practical tool for early prostate cancer detection.Read moreShow less
When a PSA result requires specialist interpretation — or when a prostate cancer diagnosis has been made and specialist management is needed — Cavell Hospital on Uplands Park Road provides Enfield and North London's most accessible private Cancer Lead urology service, 5 minutes from Enfield Chase rail station. Dr. Harshawardhan Godbole FRCS — Cancer Lead and MDT Lead at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust — manages the full spectrum of prostate cancer, from PSA interpretation and mpMRI-guided biopsy to radical prostatectomy and advanced disease hormone therapy, at this Enfield location.
What to know
Private Prostate Cancer Treatment at Cavell Hospital, Enfield
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK and among the top three in India.Read moreShow less
PSA blood test, digital rectal examination (DRE), multiparametric MRI (mpMRI), and transperineal biopsy confirm diagnosis and Gleason/ISUP grade. Active surveillance is appropriate for low-risk disease. Radical prostatectomy (laparoscopic) and radical radiotherapy with hormone therapy treat high-risk localised disease. Hormone therapy (ADT) with chemotherapy or novel hormonal agents manages advanced and metastatic disease through specialist MDT. Dr. Godbole is Cancer Lead and MDT Lead at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust.
Enfield's South Asian Community and Prostate Cancer Risk
Enfield's established South Asian communities.Read moreShow less
Particularly men of Indian, Pakistani, and Sri Lankan heritage — have prostate cancer risk profiles that differ from the general UK population. While prostate cancer incidence is lower in South Asian men than in men of African descent, it is not trivially low, and South Asian men with BRCA2 mutations or other hereditary cancer syndromes have particularly aggressive prostate cancer when it does develop. Enfield's South Asian community benefits from Dr. Godbole's specific awareness of these risk profiles — including the indications for BRCA2 testing and the appropriate PSA screening start age for men with family history of breast or prostate cancer.
Private vs NHS Prostate Cancer Pathway in North London
The NHS prostate cancer pathway in North London.Read moreShow less
From GP referral to first specialist appointment to staging to treatment — can take 3–6 months for intermediate-risk disease. Private management at Cavell Hospital accelerates this timeline dramatically: PSA interpretation, mpMRI, biopsy, staging, and treatment planning are typically completed within 4–6 weeks of first contact. For intermediate and high-risk prostate cancer, this timeline difference is clinically relevant — disease progression during a 6-month NHS wait can upstage a patient from localised to locally advanced disease.
Travel and Parking Guide – Cavell Hospital, Enfield
Uplands Park Road, Enfield EN2 7PR.Read moreShow less
Rail: Enfield Chase station, 5 minutes walk. Bus: route 307. By road from Palmers Green: 10 minutes. Hospital parking.
Why Cavell
Dr. Godbole's specific awareness of South Asian prostate cancer risk profiles.Read moreShow less
Including BRCA2 testing indications and family history screening protocols — is relevant for Enfield's significant South Asian community.
The private timeline at Cavell Hospital.Read moreShow less
From elevated PSA to treatment decision in 4–6 weeks — prevents the disease upstaging that can occur during extended NHS waiting times for intermediate-risk prostate cancer.
Nearby areas
EnfieldEnfield TownWinchmore HillPalmers GreenCockfostersBarnet
Cavell Hospital serves prostate cancer patients from Enfield Town, Winchmore Hill, Palmers Green, Cockfosters, Barnet, New Barnet, Waltham Cross, and Hertfordshire border communities.Read moreShow less
Men with elevated PSA or family history of prostate cancer across North London also attend for specialist assessment.
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Questions
How quickly can I see a private prostate cancer specialist at Cavell Hospital, Enfield?
Most patients are seen within 3–5 working days of first contact. PSA interpretation, mpMRI arrangement, and initial staging are typically completed within 2–3 weeks. Biopsy and treatment planning follow within 4–6 weeks of first contact. This compares to 3–6 months on the NHS prostate cancer pathway in North London. Call +44 (0)7884 183968 immediately if you have an elevated PSA or prostate cancer diagnosis.
I am of South Asian heritage with a family history of prostate cancer — when should I start PSA screening?
Men of South Asian heritage with a first-degree relative (father or brother) diagnosed with prostate cancer should begin PSA screening from age 45. If the relative was diagnosed under 65, or if there is a family history of BRCA2-associated cancers (breast, ovarian, pancreatic cancer in the family), BRCA2 testing may be recommended. Dr. Godbole's prostate cancer assessment at Cavell Hospital specifically evaluates South Asian hereditary risk profiles and adapts screening recommendations accordingly.
My PSA is rising every year — at what point does it require specialist assessment?
A PSA that rises consistently year-on-year — even if remaining within normal range — warrants specialist assessment. PSA velocity (rate of PSA rise per year) above 0.75ng/ml/year is associated with increased prostate cancer risk, as is PSA doubling time under 3 years. Additionally, a PSA that has risen from 2 to 4ng/ml — both within 'normal' range — may warrant mpMRI given the velocity. Dr. Godbole's assessment at Cavell Hospital evaluates PSA velocity and density alongside the absolute level.
Does HRG Urology at Cavell Hospital perform laparoscopic radical prostatectomy?
Yes. Laparoscopic radical prostatectomy — keyhole surgical removal of the prostate — is performed by Dr. Godbole and is available as a private procedure. The laparoscopic approach uses 4–5 small incisions, produces less blood loss than open surgery, requires a 2–3 day hospital stay, and allows faster return to activity. Cancer control outcomes are equivalent to open prostatectomy in experienced hands. Dr. Godbole discusses the laparoscopic, robotic-assisted, and radiotherapy options at the treatment planning consultation.
What is the risk of urinary incontinence after radical prostatectomy and how is it managed?
Stress urinary incontinence — leakage with coughing or exercise — affects virtually all men immediately after radical prostatectomy and resolves significantly within 6–12 months in the majority. At 12 months, approximately 80% of men report no pad use or only occasional use. Pelvic floor physiotherapy, started before and immediately after surgery, significantly improves incontinence recovery. For men with persistent incontinence beyond 12–18 months, urethral bulking agents or an artificial urinary sphincter are available. Dr. Godbole's team at Cavell Hospital manages the full post-prostatectomy continence pathway.
