Miss Bhawana Purwar

MB BS, MRCOG, PG Certificate in Gynaecology Ultrasound

  • Urogynaecology (prolapse, incontinence) including recurrent prolapse and recurrent incontinence.
  • Urodynamics
  • Management of recurrent urinary tract infection
  • Management of post pregnancy pelvic floor problems
  • Bladder pain
  • Menstrual disorders
  • General Gynaecology

Ms Purwar’s surgical interests include treatment for primary and recurrent prolapse repairs- vaginal hysterectomy and prolapse repair, colpocleisis, autologous fascial sling and Bulkamid for stress urinary incontinence, cystoscopy, Botox to bladder, hysteroscopy and insertion of coil, endometrial ablation, diagnostic laparoscopy and ovarian cystectomy/oopherectomy.

In addition to pelvic floor disorders, Ms Purwar also offers treatment for a wide range of common gynaecological problems including pelvic pain, heavy periods and ovarian cysts. She believes in adopting a multidisciplinary approach.

Consultant Gynaecologist and Sub-specialist Urogynaecologist at University of Derby and Burton Hospital NHS Trust.

Current membership(s) of Professional, national and Regional bodies.

  • Royal college of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG)
  • British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG)
  • International Urogynaecological Association (IUGA)
  • United Kingdom Continence society
  • BMA- British Medical Association
  • GMC- General medical Council
  • Medical Defence Union (MDU)

Professional Profile

She is the Urogynaecology Multidisciplinary Team lead, Chair of Gynaecology guideline committee and Audit Lead in Gynaecology at the Royal Derby Hospital, University of Derby and Burton Hospital NHS Trust.  She is a member of audit committee of British Society of Urogynaecology.  A keen academician, she has 15 publications and numerous poster presentations in national and international conferences.  Her research interests include urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.

Ms Purwar’s awards include Winner of Best Higher Trainee Award as well as trainee prize in 23rd European Congress of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Glasgow, UK.

Personal Profile

She is mother to 2 children and likes to dance and read.