How can I research my consultant?

[1991A123]

Can anyone help?

I've had a phone call today for an apt for a pre assessment next month for my laparoscopy.

I have been given two names of consultants who could be performing my lap.

How can I find out if they are BSGE registered and have a special interest and expertise and experience in endometriosis?

I am really anxious about this. I think I have deep infiltrating endo too.

Thank you xxxx

[Christin_a]

If you Google BSGE and then the hospital you'll find which gynecologist are registered as bsge surgeons in that hospital.

Most hospitals also have a bit about each Dr and you can find their special interests on there too. I. E. If they are not a bsge surgeon but do have a specialist interest in endo.

As endometriosis is suspected you must been seen by someone who atleast has a specialist interest in endo. But if bowel/bladder is suspected to be involved then it should be a bsge surgeon

[1991A123]

Hi both,

Thank you so much for your response.

The suspicion is only based on my symptoms, I did have a raised CA-125 but understand that's not a lot to go by. I am just so worried that I could put myself through a lap and something could be missed. I have tried Google but cant find any online profiles for them.

The consultants are both based at Nevil Hall Abergavenny (South Wales)

Thier names are

Mr Farut Oweis

Mr Subrata Majundar

Thanks again

Ps- I think I have deep infiltrated endo as my lower back pain and leg pain has gone unbearable. I am now on nerve tablets which has helped a little. It used to coincide with my periods but now it's been constant for a few months.

[1991A123]

Hi Lindle,

I really appreciate the advice, I'll phone the secretaries in the morning.

I also have a back MRI next week, although I can't imagine it'll show much.

Thanks again

[_EndoWarrior_ in reply to 1991A123]

I had a pelvis and abdomen MRI to see how extensive my Stage 4: Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis had spread.

If you have Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis I would definitely see a BSGE Endometriosis specialist or a Nook Surgeon as excision of Endometriosis adhesions etc will need to be carried out. You need one who is experienced and has training in minimally invasive surgery to get the best outcome.

Research both and make your own informed choice.

🙂

[1991A123 in reply to _EndoWarrior_]

This is going to sound silly, but I think my MRI will be on my back do you think if it is deep infiltrating it may show something?

I appreciate you taking the time to reply so much!! Xxx

[_EndoWarrior_ in reply to 1991A123]

Deep Infiltrating Endometriosis is seen through Pelvic and abdominal MRIs not the back.

I had back pain also and this was also due to Adenomyosis. Maybe this is what you have also.

Is this what your consultant requested... a Back MRI?

[1991A123 in reply to _EndoWarrior_]

Hi, yes I had a lower back MRI today. Cant imagine it'll show much.

Thanks xx

[Daisy50]

Can endo give you imflamation in the bowel