Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
London, SW19 5NX
Mr Austin Ugwumadu qualified from the College of Medicine at the University of Lagos, Nigeria and completed his postgraduate specialist training in Obstetrics & Gynaecology in London. He received his MRCOG in 1994 and PhD in 2006 and was appointed Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at St George's Hospital and Senior Lecturer University of London in 2001. He was elevated to FRCOG in 2007.
Mr Ugwumadu is passionate about his work and keen on developing knowledge in his field through research. He has a particular focus on recurrent vaginal infections including thrush, bacterial vaginosis, aerobic vaginitis, cytolytic vagintis, and perinatal infections. His other interest are intrapartum care and fetal monitoring.
Mr Ugwumadu's other responsibilities include serving on international committees including the WHO Guidelines Group expert groups on fetal monitoring. He is also a scientific editor for three major international medical journals.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
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General Medical Council
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35 reviews
5
I'd struggled for over 10 years with a vaginal issue. It had been misdiagnosed as thrush, cystitis, DIV, CV and other things with no resolution. I'd been taking medication for each of them to nil effect. I'd been to the NHS twice, private healthcare with another specialist, had a microbiome scan done and also consulted with experts in the US. After many years of struggling in pain, I finally found Dr Ugwumadu. He seemed to know so much more about what he was talking about - he asked incisive questions to try to understand what was going on. He took time to do a number of tests which came back negative. When a previous specialist saw this they just ignored the negative tests and said it was probably still thrush. Dr Ugwumadu took the results seriously and realised that negative results meant it was something else. He was able to recognise that what I was struggling with was skin related. It was transformational for me and made a lot of sense. He recommended a treatment plan and I've felt better than I have in years. He's also just a lovely person and takes the time to explain things to you, often things which are quite complicated. He also says he treats the whole person rather than just the issue which felt definitely true to me. I originally saw him through the NHS but given the long waiting lists I chose to see him privately after that and I'm so glad I did. I couldn't sing his praises more - he was truly amazing. Thank you!
5
All I can say what a wonderful man! I had seen so many gynaecologists and they had not solved my problem! And when I came to see Austin he new straight away what it was! And now have my life back again. Highly recommend he really takes his time to listen to you not rushed like many drs highly recommend him.
5
The most informative doctor! Wish I went sooner
5
Dr Ugwumadu gave me clear explanations every step of the way and was very patient when I had multiple questions to ask (many doctors are not!). Because of Dr Ugwumadu I am now free of the bacterial issue (which I thought was candida) that plagued me since my teens.
5
I had been struggling with issues with soreness, discharge, itching, pain after urinating etc for approx. 4 months before I discovered Austin existed! I live up North so he wasn't one of my local doctors but discovered I could have telephone consultations and slides via the post. I had nothing to lose after I'd tried 2 other private gynaes, who told me numerous incorrect things and prescribed me numerous drugs that made my condition worse, including HRT and antidepressants! I thought I was losing my marbles by the time I spoke to Austin. Austin reassured me and made me feel normal. He asked me lots of questions, listened to me and answered my questions. I had a feeling he already knew what my issue was before I even sent the slides off. I then sent my slides off and spoke to him shortly after he received them. He examined my slides under a microscope (which I think is pretty much unheard of in the gynae world!) instead of sending them to the lab like the rest of the swabs I'd had done... We had a follow up and he diagnosed me straight away, put me at ease and gave me a treatment plan. I have stopped using my probiotics that I've used for years and I've seen a good improvement already. Said if I had any other concerns I could just email his secretary Gail (who is also amazing btw, absolutely fantastic at her job, always on the ball and very understanding!) and he would ring me back with answers. I'm due to have a review in 3 months, I'm hoping I'll be much improved by that point! Cannot thank Austin and Gail enough and cannot recommend them both enough! Thank you. x
5
Dr. Ugwumadu and his Secretarial Assistant; Gail have transformed my experience and attitude towards healthcare. From the very beginning they were informative, helpful and proficient. They both did all that they could to put my worries aside and focus on the facts; being thorough and professional throughout. They were patient with me and answered any questions that I had and were reachable at all times; replying to any queries in less than 24hours on all occasions. Before having an operation under Dr. Ugwumadu's care I was left feeling at ease, ready and in capable hands. The communication was brilliant and the whole procedure was smoothly planned, explained and delivered. I will now continue to use Dr. Ugwumadu's consultations and be in touch with Gail (his secretary) for further treatments going forwards. Proficient, organised, patient, attentive, consoling, and professional from start to finish. Thank you to you both.
5
Amazing, not only was Austin able to quickly and successfully diagnose and treat me, he was calm, kind and very compassionate. Austin is the best of the best, after months of going round in circles and being left in a no mans land by standard NHS practice for women’s health, I finally felt that I didn’t have to be my own doctor anymore. After just my first phone calls with Austin and his secretary, I felt at ease to stop my attempts to self diagnose and self treat and leave it up to the expert. Austin really takes an investigative approach and makes the patient assured that he will dig to find the answer, not just rule out x or y and then push the patient out the door, which happens often with women’s sexual health. I am now completely symptom free but feel completely comforted and secure knowing that if in the future I ever run into problems, I know there will be someone to help me.
5
Dr Ugwumadu was so kind and caring, he reassured me and put me at ease. He is professional and thorough and has the most wonderful bedside manner. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Ugwumadu. A true gentleman but also a cool guy!
5
Dr Austin Ugwumadu is not only an expert in his field but a true gentleman and he makes you feel very at ease in his presence. He will go the extra mile to get the answers that reassure you you’re in the right hands
5
I am so grateful to Mr Austin Ugwumadu; he’s literally changed my life. Prior to seeing him I had spent years in agony, so bad at times that I was unable to walk. The “specialist” in my then local area had misdiagnosed me so I was on expensive medication & heavy painkillers with bad sad effects but my symptoms did not improve. I had no idea if or when I would get better & I was unable to start a family due to the medication I was on. Mr Uwgumadu was thorough in his investigation & was able to quickly & correctly diagnose me & prescribe the correct medication & advice needed for me to recover. He was able to answer all of my questions in detail & has a great bedside manner. I am now pain free, have my life back & I’m so happy to now be a mother. I can’t recommend him enough.
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Mr Austin Ugwumadu's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 35 reviews
What languages does Mr Austin Ugwumadu speak?
Mr Austin Ugwumadu speaks English
Where is Mr Austin Ugwumadu located?
Mr Austin Ugwumadu primarily practices at Nuffield Health Parkside Hospital, located at 53 Parkside Wimbledon, London, United Kingdom, SW19 5NX
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