Melbourne Urologist specialising in robotic urologic cancer surgery
Robotic urologic cancer surgery guided by careful judgement, not technology alone.
Dr Deanne treats prostate, kidney and bladder cancer, using robotic surgery where it’s the right tool and saying so when it isn’t. Her focus is helping you understand your diagnosis, the options open to you, and what each path is likely to involve.
What brought you here?
Browse by condition
-
![Illustration of male reproductive system with labelled parts, including the prostate, bladder, and penis.]()
Prostate Cancer
-
![Illustration of female reproductive system]()
Kidney Cancer
-
![Illustration of a human bladder with the urethra, showing internal anatomy.]()
Bladder Cancer
-
![A cross-section illustration of a human prostate with labels indicating the different parts.]()
Enlarged Prostate
-
![Illustration of a human kidney with a focus on the internal structure, including the renal cortex and renal pelvis.]()
Kidney Stones
-
![Abstract illustration of a seated, feminine figure with minimal lines, in beige and brown tones, against a dark background.]()
Issues With Urination
Robotic Surgery
Dr Deanne performs robotic surgery for selected urologic cancers and complex urological conditions. Working through small incisions, the robotic system gives a magnified 3D view and finely controlled instrument movement, which can help in delicate dissection and reconstruction.
Depending on the operation and the patient, benefits can include:
smaller incisions and scarring
often less blood loss and lower transfusion rates
a shorter hospital stay in suitable cases
a quicker recovery for some procedures and patients
Associations and Affiliations
-
Royal Australian College of Surgeons
-
Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand
-
European Association of Urology
-
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
-
Epworth Hospital
-
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne
-
Healthscope
-
Ramsay Health
-
Australian Prostate Centre
FAQ’s
-
If there’s blood in the urine, a rapidly rising PSA, a suspicious scan, or severe pain from a stone, flag it when you contact us. We will do our best to see you within 24–48 hours (business days).
-
Yes, for a Medicare rebate you’ll need a valid referral.
From a GP: generally valid for 12 months.
From another specialist: usually 3 months.
You can book without a referral, but Medicare won’t rebate the fee. If you’re stuck, our team can help you organise one before your appointment.
-
East Melbourne (Epworth Freemasons), St Vincent’s Private (Fitzroy), Epworth Richmond, John Fawkner, Beleura Private Hospital, Mornington. If you have imaging or pathology results already, please bring them—this saves repeat tests and speeds things up.
-
Everything from urinary tract infections and incontinence to kidney and bladder stones, elevated PSA, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and cancers of the prostate, kidney and bladder. If you’re unsure whether your issue is “urology”, call the rooms and we’ll point you the right way.
-
Public (Medicare-funded) care means no out-of-pocket hospital fees, but longer waits for non-urgent surgery. Private care, insured or self-funded, means you choose your surgeon and hospital, and surgery is often sooner, though there may be out-of-pocket costs depending on your cover and the procedure. We’re happy to talk through both so you can decide what suits your health, timing and budget.
-
Dr Deanne diagnoses and treats problems of the kidneys, bladder, urethra and the male reproductive system. Common reasons people see her include blood in the urine, kidney stones, urinary symptoms, prostate enlargement and urological cancers. Appointments focus on what matters to you first—symptoms, goals, and any worries—before talking through tests and treatment options.