Dr. Mark Emberton

Dr. Mark Emberton, MBBS, MD, FRCS(Urol)

Dr. Mark Emberton is a urologist at University College London Hospitals in London, United Kingdom. He is known for prostate cancer imaging and focal therapy.

Professor Emberton has led much of the research that moved prostate cancer diagnosis to MRI before biopsy, including the PROMIS study. He also helped develop focal therapy, which treats only the cancerous part of the prostate to reduce side effects, and has served as Dean of the Faculty of Medical Sciences at UCL.

About Dr. Mark Emberton – Profile Identity

• Full Name: Mark Emberton, MBBS, MD, FRCS(Urol)
• Credentials: MBBS, MD, FRCS(Urol)
• Specialty: Urology
• Subspecialty and Expertise: Prostate MRI and targeted biopsy; focal therapy (HIFU and other energies); prostate cancer
• Current Role: Professor of Interventional Oncology, University College London; Consultant Urologist, UCLH
• Years in Practice: Career dates are being confirmed from the official profile
• Languages: English (confirm with the office)
• Gender: Male
• New Patients: Not confirmed; ask the office when you request an appointment
• Telehealth: Not confirmed on the public profiles reviewed; ask the office whether virtual visits are offered
• NPI: Not applicable (NPI numbers are issued only to US providers)

Address & Contact

• Practice: University College London Hospitals
• Address: University College Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London NW1 2BU, United Kingdom
• Phone: 020 3456 7890 (UCLH switchboard)
• Fax and Email: No public fax or professional email listed on the profiles reviewed
• Website: uclh.nhs.uk
• Appointments: Use the Book An Appointment button on this page or the booking line on the official website; some services need a referral
• Office Hours: Clinic days vary; confirm with the office

Specialties & Education

Conditions treated, procedures and areas of expertise listed in public professional profiles for Dr. Mark Emberton:

• Prostate cancer diagnosis with MRI
• Focal therapy for localized prostate cancer
• Elevated PSA
• Active surveillance

Education and training:

• Medical Degree and Higher Training: MBBS and MD; institutions and dates being confirmed from his UCL profile

Certifications, License & Affiliations

• Specialist Registration: Urology, on the GMC Specialist Register (confirm on the GMC register)
• Medical License: Licensed to practice medicine; confirm current status with the General Medical Council (GMC) register
• Hospital and Academic Affiliations: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; University College London

Insurance

NHS care is reached through GP referral to the hospital trust and is free at the point of use for eligible patients. Private appointments can be self-funded or paid through private medical insurance; check with your insurer (for example Bupa, AXA Health or Aviva) that the consultant is recognised before booking. Coverage for Dr. Mark Emberton was not confirmed plan by plan.

Fees

Private consultation fees are not published on the profiles reviewed. Ask the private hospital’s bookings team for a quote; NHS care carries no consultation fee for eligible patients.

Professional Information

• Co-lead of the PROMIS study on MRI before prostate biopsy
• Pioneer of focal therapy trials for prostate cancer
• Former Dean of the Faculty of Medical Sciences, UCL

Reviews & Ratings

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Verification

• UCLH consultant profile (uclh.nhs.uk)
• UCL research profile (ucl.ac.uk)
• GMC register
• Profile compiled October 1, 2026. Details marked as being confirmed should be checked against the official sources above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Mark Emberton known for?

Dr. Mark Emberton is known for prostate cancer imaging and focal therapy.

Where does Dr. Mark Emberton practice?

He practices at University College London Hospitals in London, United Kingdom.

What conditions does Dr. Mark Emberton treat?

He focuses on prostate cancer diagnosis with MRI and focal therapy.

How can I book an appointment with Dr. Mark Emberton?

Use the Book An Appointment button on this page to send a request, then confirm the location, referral needs and availability with University College London Hospitals before you visit.

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Provider location, specialty information, insurance participation, and availability may change. Confirm current details directly with University College London Hospitals.