Premium Urology
Minimal Invasive Urology
Advanced surgical care with no or small incisions, less discomfort and faster recovery.
The only practice in Jamaica offering robot (Cobot) assisted nerve sparing laparoscopic prostate cancer surgery.
Expert Urological Care,
Personalised Around You
At Premium Urology, we aim to provide comprehensive, modern, evidence-based medical care combined with advanced minimal invasive surgical techniques, to diagnose and treat a wide range of urological conditions. These include conditions affecting the prostate, bladder, kidneys, ureters, adrenal glands and external genitalia.
We look at the whole patient, including lifestyle and diet. Treatment is tailored to each patient's unique condition. Our team is here to provide guidance and compassionate support, making the experience as easy and comfortable as possible.
About Dr. Roy McGregor
An internationally trained urological surgeon, Dr. McGregor subspecialised in minimally invasive prostate, kidney and bladder cancer surgery, as well as kidney stone surgery. He returned home to Jamaica in 2009 as a consultant urological surgeon, and went on to serve as Head of the Department of Urology at Cornwall Regional Hospital for 12 years and as an Associate Lecturer at the University of the West Indies for 14 years. Today he is Chief of Urology at Andrews Memorial Hospital and Director of Premium Urology.
Dr. Roy McGregor brings years of surgical experience ensuring patients have less pain, quicker recoveries, shorter hospital stays and smaller scars.
Qualifications
Imperial College of Science, Technology, and Medicine (St Mary’s Hospital Medical School)
University of London
Prague, Czech Republic
University of London
Royal Free Hospital, London
Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, USA
Consultant Robotic & Minimal Invasive Urological Surgeon
Chief of Urology, Andrews Memorial Hospital
Tony Thwaites Private Wing, University Hospital of the West Indies
Services
- Collaborative Robot Assisted Nerve Sparing Laparoscopic Surgery
- Prostate Biopsy
- Transurethral (Endoscopic) Resection of Prostate (TURP)
- Hormonal Deprivation
- Transurethral (Endoscopic) Resection of Bladder Tumor (TURBT)
- Flexible and Rigid Cystoscopy
- Open Removal of Bladder
- Laparoscopic / Open Total Nephrectomy (Removal of Kidney)
- Laparoscopic / Open Partial Nephrectomy (Removal of Tumor
- Bipolar Transurethral (Endoscopic) Resection of Prostate (TURP)
- Open & Percutaneous Cystolithotomy
- Cystolitholopaxy
- Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy
- Laser Fragmentation & Basket Removal
- Laparoscopic Stone Surgery (Kidney & Ureter)
- Insertion of Male Sling
- Flexible and Rigid Cystoscopy
- Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty
- Ureteroscopy & Balloon Dilation
- Optical Urethrotomy
- Urethroplasty
- Circumcision
- Correction of Peyronie’s Disease
- Partial or Total Penectomy
Advantages of
Minimal Invasive Surgery
Modern endoscopic, keyhole robotic / Cobotic techniques offer several potential benefits compared with traditional open surgery making it the standard of care in first world countries.
Keyhole surgery avoids the large abdominal incision required for many traditional open operations.
Keyhole surgery avoids the large abdominal incision required for many traditional open operations. This reduces the need for strong post operative pain medication.
Smaller incisions and precise dissection can reduce blood loss and the need for blood transfusion.
Smaller incisions and precise dissection can reduce blood loss and the need for blood transfusion.
Many patients can leave hospital sooner than after comparable open surgery.
Patients often regain mobility and resume normal activities sooner.
Laparoscopic and robotic techniques provide enhanced visualisation and access to delicate structures, particularly during complex pelvic and kidney surgery.
Important: As with all surgical procedures, minimally invasive surgery carries potential risks and is not suitable for every patient. The expected benefits, alternatives and possible complications are discussed during consultation.
Minimally Invasive
Urological Surgery
Endoscopic Surgery
A narrow instrument containing a camera and light is passed through the urethra (the tube through which urine leaves the body), allowing the surgeon to examine the prostate, bladder, ureters and kidneys without making a skin incision. Specialised instruments or a laser are used to remove obstructing tissue, break up stones, remove cancerous or benign tissue from the bladder or obstructing prostate tissue restoring the normal flow of urine.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Commonly called keyhole surgery, major operations are performed through a few small incisions in the abdomen rather than a large surgical cut. A high-definition magnifying camera and specialised thin instruments are introduced through tiny incisions. The image of the internal organs is projected onto a TV screen allowing the surgeon to perform delicate and complex operations without making a large incision.
Cobot Assisted
Laparoscopic Surgery
The camera (laparoscope) is attached to a mechanical arm, the Collaborative Robot (Cobot). This gives the surgeon control of the camera. Dr McGregor performed the first Cobot assisted surgery in Jamaica.
Cobot videos
Robot Assisted
Laparoscopic Surgery
The surgeon operates from a console away from the patient, controlling the robotic instruments inside the patient. Robotic systems can provide three-dimensional magnified vision, wristed instrument movements and improved access to difficult-to-reach areas. The robot does not perform surgery independently. The surgeon remains in control of the instruments throughout the operation.
Clinic Locations
Kingston
Andrews Memorial Hospital
Physicians Offices
27 Hope Rd,
Kingston 10
Direct Line: +1876 479 5267
Montego Bay
Montego Bay Hospital Urology Centre
Mount Salem, Montego Bay
Direct Line +1 876 952 4511 or +1 876 479 5267
Ocho Rios
Tomlinson’s Medical & Child Health Centre
65 Main St, Ocho Rios
Direct Line +1 876 479 5267 or 876 974 2610
Patient Testimonials
"He is a caring committed Surgeon"
“Recently, I had to have a kidney removed. I did not want traditional open surgery because it involved more pain and a longer recovery time.
I decided that I wanted Laparoscopic Surgery and started looking around for a laparoscopic surgeon with nephrology experience. I heard about Dr. Roy McGregor.
I did not know him at all but I did my research and decided to see him. I went to see him and I knew immediately that he would be my choice to do the surgery.
He had a calming, reassuring way about him and put me completely at ease and his bedside manners were impeccable. I had the surgery and was at home in 2 days and back at work in 2 weeks.
I would recommend him as an excellent surgeon. He is caring committed surgeon who also does renal transplantation and other urological surgery.”
Eve Palamoino - Lue, Consultant Pediatrician
Press
June 10, 2019
"Thanks Dr. Roy Mcgregor for minimally invasive surgery"
