Meet the Team

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  • Consultant Urological Surgeon

    Dr Deanne Soares is a Melbourne-based consultant urological surgeon with specialist training and focus in robotic prostate, kidney and bladder cancer surgery. Her surgical approach is built on precision and careful decision-making: every patient receives a clear explanation of their diagnosis, realistic discussion of treatment options, and honest advice about what each pathway involves. For more on her background, training and philosophy, see her full profile.

    Her fellowship training was completed at Stepping Hill Hospital in the United Kingdom, a high-volume robotic surgery centre where she developed the technical skills and clinical judgement that underpin her approach to operative care.

  • Practice and Administrative Manager

    As a crucial member of the team, Duncan is responsible for managing the non-medical aspects of the practice. With a wealth of experience in retail and hospitality management, he brings a warm, friendly, and welcoming atmosphere to the practice. His main role is to ensure seamless interactions with Dr. Deanne, ensuring that everything runs smoothly.

    Athough originally hailing from Sydney, Duncan has comfortably settled in Melbourne for the past 6 years and has no plans of departing.

    Beyond maintaining the smooth operation of the practice, Duncan takes pleasure in gym workouts, improving his Spanish skills, and savouring a flat white during the morning dog walk.

  • Robotic Surgical Assistant

    Dr. Angela Holmes works as a Medical Officer and Robotic Surgical Assistant. She has contributed to over 100 robotic surgeries and possesses extensive expertise in complex open surgery.

    Beyond work, Angela enjoys travelling and mastering the art of a perfect sourdough starter.

  • Robotic Surgical Assistant

    Dr. Dermot O’Kane is an accomplished and dedicated medical professional with significant experience in the field of urology. Dr O’Kane’s experience includes involvement in over 1000 surgeries including open, laparoscopic and robotic urological surgeries.

    Dr O’Kane has authored multiple research papers, in the fields of urology and surgical science, and holds a PhD from the Department of Surgery at University of Melbourne. He has won a number awards for his research achievements, and has presented his research at numerous international conferences.