Pad-free at six months
98.3% of 59 consecutive patients in a single-surgeon series, April 2023–December 2024. Pad-free means no pads.
Presented at a Prostate Cancer Research webinar, May 2025.SPECIALIST PROSTATE & UROLOGY CARE · CAMBRIDGE
Expertise for the
decision.
Care for the person.
Prostate, bladder and wider urological care with Professor Cristian Ilie, with a particular focus on prostate cancer and robotic surgery. Clear advice, considered choices and a plan built around you.
Professor Ilie has practised as a consultant urological surgeon since 2011.
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Self-pay consultations from £350 · Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital
MD · PhD · FRCS (Urol) · FEBUMBA (Cantab) · SFFMLM · LMCA · FBCS
Consultant Urological Robotic SurgeonVisiting Professor, Anglia Ruskin University
Consultant-led careProstate & wider urologyTransparent consultation fees
WHERE CAN WE HELP?Start with what
Start with what
matters to you.
Prostate concerns, urinary symptoms and bladder problems.
Find the care relevant to your next step.
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My PSA is raised
Understand the result and the role of MRI and biopsy.
I have a prostate cancer diagnosis
Discuss monitoring, treatment and the choices ahead.
I would like a second opinion
Review your scans, results and proposed treatment.
I have urinary symptoms
Assessment of flow, frequency and bladder emptying.
I have noticed blood in my urine
Find out why prompt assessment matters.
I need help with another urological concern
Explore bladder assessment, cystoscopy and wider urological care.
ROBOTIC PROSTATECTOMYA major decision.
A major decision.
A thoughtful approach.
If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, understanding your options comes first.
Explore the role of robotic prostatectomy, the balance between cancer treatment and functional recovery, and what to expect before and after an operation.
Understand robotic prostatectomySurgery is one option. Suitability, alternatives and risks are discussed individually.
A consultation focused on your questions.
Your consultation starts with your concerns and the decisions you need to make. Professor Ilie reviews your results, explains the options and helps you agree a plan that reflects your health and priorities.
PROFESSOR CRISTIAN ILIEExperience brought
Experience brought
to your conversation.
Consultant Urological Robotic Surgeon and Visiting Professor at Anglia Ruskin University, a consultant since 2011.
Over 500
Robotic radical prostatectomies
Cumulative NHS experience
2016–October 2026
98
Robotic radical prostatectomies
Annual NHS activity
April 2025–March 2026
Professor Ilie has performed over 500 robotic radical prostatectomies in his NHS practice between 2016 and October 2026. In some operations, fellows carried out selected steps under his supervision.
Explore his surgical experience ↗
His published research includes urinary recovery after prostatectomy and helping men understand their prostate cancer treatment choices. Read his experience, presented outcomes and selected publications before your consultation.
Meet Professor IliePRESENTED RESULTS · NHS PRACTICERecovery matters.
Recovery matters.
So does how we measure it.
Results from two NHS patient groups.
Zero or one safety pad at three months
90-patient anterior-hood series, January 2023–September 2025. 82% used no pads at three months.
Presented at BAUS East of England, May 2026.NHS urinary recovery results, shown separately for each patient group and definition. Professor Ilie will discuss what recovery may look like for you.
Read the full results and definitions ↗PAYING FOR YOUR OWN CARE
A clear starting point.
No health insurance is needed to enquire.
Know your consultation fee before you book.
NEW CONSULTATION · 30 MINUTES£350
Follow-up · 20 minutes · £250
Complex consultation / second opinion · 60 minutes · £550
Tests and procedures are charged separately.YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT
From enquiry to a plan.
- 01
Get in touch
Tell the team what you need. We will confirm availability, fees and relevant records.
- 02
Talk it through
Discuss your symptoms, results and priorities with Professor Ilie.
- 03
Know your next step
Agree whether you need investigation, treatment or a follow-up plan.
BEFORE YOU BOOKA few practical
A few practical
questions.
Can I pay for my own consultation?
Yes. A new 30-minute consultation is £350. Investigations and treatment are separate. See fees for details.
Can I use medical insurance?
Professor Ilie is recognised by Aviva, AXA Health, Vitality, WPA and Healix. Bupa recognition is in progress.
Please check your policy’s referral and authorisation requirements before booking.
Can I enquire without a GP referral?
You can contact the practice directly. The team will confirm whether a referral or other clinical records are needed for your appointment.
Can you review a diagnosis made elsewhere?
Yes. Contact the practice about a second opinion and the records needed for your review.
Where will I be seen?
Private consultations are at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital, Impington, Cambridge. Appointment dates are confirmed by the practice.