15 jaar ervaring·★★★★⯨4.9(68 geverifieerde recensies)
5,117+
Patients seen
15
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken
PROFILE SUMMARY
About Mr Rick Popert at a glance
Mr Rick Popert is an Urologie practitioner based in London, Verenigd Koninkrijk, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. They have 41+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2007). Serves patients in London, Verenigd Koninkrijk and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
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Mr Rick Popert – Consultant Urological Surgeon
Mr Rick Popert is a Senior Consultant Urological Surgeon at Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, appointed in 1996. With a career spanning nearly three decades, he is a leading UK authority on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of prostate cancer and benign prostatic disease.
Following retirement from full-time NHS practice in 2019, Mr Popert now works part-time at Guy’s Hospital, specialising in prostate diagnostics and surgery. He also serves as Chairman of the Urology Cancer MDT at London Bridge Hospital.
Benign Prostatic Enlargement (BPE)
Mr Popert has led innovation in the surgical management of BPE:
Robotic Aquablation – Established London’s first NHS Aquablation programme at Guy’s in 2022, focusing on prostates 80–150cc to reduce risk of ejaculatory dysfunction and incontinence
Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP) – Introduced in 2002; with over 2000 procedures performed, and provides a national tertiary referral service for large prostates
Prostate Arterial Embolisation (PAE) – First offered in London in 2014, as a minimally invasive alternative to HoLEP in conjunction with Dr Tarun Sabharwal Consultant Interventional Radiologist
REZUM Steam Therapy – Introduced in 2019 as a day-case, less invasive treatment
Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
Mr Popert is a national leader in prostate cancer diagnostics, with over 18 years of innovation in transperineal biopsy techniques:
General Anaesthetic Transperineal Biopsies – Since 2007
MRI–US Fusion Biopsies – Introduced in 2012
Local Anaesthetic PrecisionPoint™ Biopsies – Adopted in 2018
He was introduced to PrecisionPoint™ by its inventor, Dr Matt Allaway, and quickly recognised its potential to replace traditional transrectal biopsy. In 2019, he was appointed a Fellow of the NHS Innovation Accelerator, with the goal of scaling PrecisionPoint™ nationally. His work with BXTA, the UK distributor, has been pivotal in training urologists and nurses across the country and transforming national biopsy practice—TP biopsies now account for over 80% of all prostate biopsies, compared to 30% pre-pandemic.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Mr Popert also led the establishment of London’s first outpatient TP biopsy service in the private sector at HCA @ The Shard, mirroring his NHS programme. Outpatient Transperineal biopsies combining MRI Targeted and Systematic biopsies can be carried out Monday to Friday and the results available within 48 hours
Prostate Cancer Treatment
Mr Popert offers a comprehensive range of treatment options, including:
Dynamic Prostate Brachytherapy – Introduced in 2003; He has the UK’s largest experience with over 1,000 patients treated and is now exploring its role in focal therapy for localised disease
Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy – Since 2006, with over 1,200 cases, trained in Detroit and the Cleveland Clinic. Offers NeuroSAFE margin assessment at HCA @ Guy’s
Fiducial Marker & SpaceOAR Insertion – Since 2018, performed in collaboration with Dr Stephen Morris to support image-guided radiotherapy.
Procedure offered conveniently under local anaesthetic at The Shard Outpatient Centre
Rick Popert has published or co-authored over 100 papers predominantly on prostate cancer diagnostics & transperineal biopsies and the treatment of both benign & malignant prostatic disease.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
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Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
Mr Rick Popert's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Rick Popert treats, with the size of the national pool of Verenigd Koninkrijk doctors offering the same care.
Urologie
Kidney, bladder and prostate conditions including stones, incontinence, prostate cancer and male fertility.
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What does Rick Popert specialise in?
Rick Popert specialises in Urologie in London, GB. 41 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does Rick Popert treat?
Rick Popert treats conditions within Urologie. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does Rick Popert practise?
Rick Popert practises in London, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does Rick Popert speak?
Rick Popert speaks English.
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What do patients say about Rick Popert?
Rick Popert has a verified rating of 4.92/5 from 68 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.
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