Midlands Urology is a private medical practice, available to insured and fee-paying patients only, as a result, NHS patients wishing to see Mr Peter Cooke would need to be referred by their GP or an NHS urologist.
If you are an NHS patient, your care would normally be arranged through the Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust, where Mr Cooke also provides specialist services.
Your GP is the first point of contact and can make a urology referral if you have ongoing urinary, bladder, kidney, or prostate concerns.
The specialist services and surgery described are available to patients eligible for NHS treatment at the Royal Wolverhampton Hospitals NHS Trust.
If your GP refers you for a urology consultation through the NHS, you will usually be seen at your local hospital trust. At your first appointment, the urologist will:
Your urologist will explain the purpose of each test and what the results might mean. After reviewing your results, they will discuss the most suitable treatment plan with you. This may involve lifestyle advice, medication, monitoring, or, if required, surgery.
If you’ve been given a urology referral from the NHS, you may have questions about the process. Below are some common queries we hear from patients:
Common reasons for referral include urinary tract problems, kidney stones, blood in the urine, prostate symptoms, and concerns about bladder or kidney function.
Waiting times can vary depending on your local NHS Trust and the urgency of your urology referral from the NHS. In urgent cases, you may be seen within a few weeks. For routine referrals, waiting times may be longer.
NHS patients can access a wide range of diagnostic tests, medical treatments, and surgical procedures for urological conditions. More complex or specialist procedures may be offered at larger hospital trusts.
Yes, many patients prefer to be seen privately for faster access or more flexible appointment times. Midlands Urology provides private consultations and treatments for insured and self-funding patients.