Overview
Lodge Road in St John's Wood runs between the green expanse of Regent's Park and the residential affluence of Maida Vale.Read moreShow less
An area where international residents, professionals, and families expect private healthcare to match the standards of the world's best medical centres. Platinum Medical Centre at 15–17 Lodge Road delivers precisely that in urology. HRG Urology at this NW8 location offers private kidney stone assessment and treatment by Dr. Harshawardhan Godbole — one of London's highest-rated consultant urologists with a Doctify score of 4.99 out of 5 — within three minutes' walk of St John's Wood Underground station. For patients from Maida Vale, Marylebone, Hampstead, and Swiss Cottage, Central London specialist urology has never been more accessible.
What to know
Private Kidney Stone Treatment at Platinum Medical Centre, NW8
Platinum Medical Centre's Central London location attracts a patient population with particular expectations: rapid access, consultant-led assessment, clear communication, and minimal disruption to demanding professional and social schedules.Read moreShow less
The HRG Urology team at this St John's Wood clinic is structured to deliver exactly that. Most patients receive their CT KUB result interpretation and treatment recommendation within 48 hours of their initial consultation.
Dr. Harshawardhan Godbole MS, MCh, FRCS trained at Bristol Urological Institute, Oxford Churchill Hospital, and Guy's & St Thomas' — three of the UK's leading urology training centres. He brings this foundation to every private consultation at Platinum Medical Centre, where kidney stone cases are assessed with the same rigour as his NHS Cancer Lead practice at North Middlesex University Hospital.
The International Patient — Unique Considerations at Platinum Medical Centre
Platinum Medical Centre serves a significant international patient population from St John's Wood, Maida Vale, and Marylebone.Read moreShow less
Many arrive having already had imaging in another country — often ultrasound, which understates stone size and misses ureteric stones. Dr. Godbole reviews international imaging critically, arranges UK-standard CT KUB where prior imaging is inadequate, and provides written management summaries suitable for sharing with referring physicians abroad.
Flexible Ureteroscopy — The Gold Standard for Complex Stones
For patients with larger renal stones (10–20mm), upper ureteric stones, or stones in patients with anatomical variations such as a horseshoe kidney, flexible ureteroscopy with holmium laser lithotripsy offers the highest stone-free rate of any single procedure.Read moreShow less
At Platinum Medical Centre, Dr. Godbole provides access to this technique privately — with theatre scheduling typically within 2–3 weeks of diagnosis.
Why Platinum
Nearby areas
St John's WoodMaida ValeRegent's ParkMaryleboneHampsteadSwiss Cottage
Platinum Medical Centre's NW8 location serves the heart of Central London's most desirable residential belt.Read moreShow less
St John's Wood, Maida Vale, Little Venice, Regent's Park, Marylebone, Primrose Hill, Kilburn, and Hampstead residents are all within 10–15 minutes by Underground or on foot. Additionally, the Jubilee Line provides rapid connectivity from further afield — patients from Canary Wharf, Westminster, and Waterloo regularly attend this location as their nearest or most convenient private urology option.
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Questions
Is Platinum Medical Centre on Lodge Road walkable from St John's Wood Underground?
Yes — the clinic at 15–17 Lodge Road is approximately 3 minutes walk from St John's Wood Underground station on the Jubilee Line. The area is also served by several local bus routes, and there is street parking available nearby. For patients cycling, the clinic is easily reachable from the Regent's Canal towpath route.
I have CT scan results from overseas — can Dr. Godbole review them at Platinum Medical Centre?
Yes. Dr. Godbole reviews international imaging as part of a consultation at Platinum Medical Centre. He will assess whether prior imaging is adequate for treatment planning or whether UK-standard CT KUB is needed. A written management summary can be provided for sharing with referring physicians abroad. Please bring imaging on disc or provide a download link before your appointment.
What is the typical timeline for kidney stone treatment at Platinum Medical Centre?
Initial consultation is usually available within 2–5 working days. CT KUB can typically be arranged within the same week. For patients requiring ESWL or ureteroscopy, theatre time is typically available within 2–3 weeks of diagnosis. The entire pathway from first contact to being stone-free commonly takes 3–5 weeks — compared to 6–18 months on an NHS urology pathway.
Does private kidney stone treatment at Platinum Medical Centre include aftercare?
Yes. All HRG Urology patients at Platinum Medical Centre receive structured aftercare including a follow-up consultation with repeat imaging at 4–6 weeks to confirm stone clearance. Recurrent stone formers receive metabolic testing and a personalised prevention plan. The same team manages your complete care — no handoffs to a different provider at any stage.
Can kidney stones cause high blood pressure, and should I be tested?
Recurrent kidney stones — particularly those associated with hyperparathyroidism, renal tubular acidosis, or medullary sponge kidney — can be associated with blood pressure abnormalities. Conversely, hypertension can promote stone formation. Dr. Godbole's metabolic stone workup at Platinum Medical Centre includes blood pressure measurement and relevant endocrine blood tests where clinically indicated.
