About

Having qualified from Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospitals in London, received full ratings on web-based medical rating system iwantgreatcare.org, and covered decades of professional experience; Rowan's history of surgical treatment within the field of gynaecology speaks for itself.

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Professional Profile

He qualified from Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospitals in London and all of his training has been in London and the South East.

Mr Connell undertook research using minimal access surgery (key hole surgery), part of which involved treating fibroids with low power lasers, and treating heavy periods.  His work is in Hospitals in and around Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells.

As well as his work as a general gynaecologist, he is a urogynaecologist and specialises in the management of prolapse, incontinence and vaginal surgery. He is a laparoscopic (key-hole) surgeon eg performing laparoscopic subtotal hysterectomies.

Rowan Connell has had a solid training in obstetrics and gynaecology as well as having areas of special interest.  In his training he has gained considerable surgical experience and he has worked as a consultant in Kent since 2002. Before this he was a registrar in Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Trust, Benenden Hospital and St Thomas’ Hospital in London.

He treats a wide range of gynaecological conditions and has special interests in Urogynaecology (the treatment of urinary incontinence and prolapse), the treatment of heavy periods and Minimal Access Surgery (keyhole surgery). Rowan Connell has had a solid training in obstetrics and gynaecology and has close contacts in Europe to keep “up to date”.

Mr Connell leads and shares the lead in the running of several services as a consultant in his present post. He has been the lead in setting up a laparoscopic subtotal hysterectomy (“day-case hysterectomy”) service in the private sector and the NHS.

He enjoys teaching and has set up and run several courses.  Mr Connell has presented at national and international conferences on various topics.  

He has published broadly around Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Patient testimonials

The 10 most recent reviews from private and NHS patients
June 7, 2023

NHS patient at KIMS Hospital

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I had a prolapse bladder repair by consultant Mr R Connell gynaecologist and very happy with the procedure and my stay at Kim's hospital would highly recommend Mrs A Hines

May 12, 2023

Private patient at KIMS Hospital

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Dear Mr. Connell Having been signed off by you this morning, I wanted to put in old fashioned writing how grateful I was for your expertise, kindness, empathy and humour combined with a dollop of charm, which you brought to every aspect of the consultations and procedure which you have Recently carried out on me. My recovery has been speedy and problem free. Slight discomfort would be an overstatement and only lasted a couple of days. The care once I was admitted to KIMS was kind and efficient as was all my dealings with Michelle. Thank you very much for all of the above.

April 27, 2023

Private patient at Sevenoaks Medical Centre

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Mr. Connell listened to me attentively and gave me his professional advice.

April 25, 2023

NHS patient at KIMS Hospital

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From my consultation through to post surgery I felt very at ease. The care I recieved was brilliant and really pleased with how my surgery went, would definitely recommend Dr Connell.

April 23, 2023

Private patient at Benenden Hospital

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I have now completed my 3 courses of my Mona Lisa treatment and have noticed a definite improvement in my symptoms. Throughout Mr Connell maintained a relaxed understanding approach to what can be regarded as a sensitive subject.

April 19, 2023

Private patient at KIMS Hospital

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I just would like to say Thank you to Mr Connell and his team at KIMS Hospital and yourself for looking after me before, during and after my recent operation. My care was outstanding and could not have asked for better care. Your team went above and beyond and made me feel at ease. I recovered very quickly and returned to my normal activities. Wishing your team all the best.

April 18, 2023

Private patient at KIMS Hospital

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I felt very well cared for by Dr Connell. He was kind and attentive both before and following the operation which gave me complete confidence. He is also aided by a very kind and efficient secretary who could not have been more helpful.

March 31, 2023

Private patient at KIMS Hospital

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I felt at ease from the moment I met Mr Connell, he was charming, respectful, discreet and gave me confidence to follow ‘the plan’. Given the nature of the surgery, I am glad it’s now behind me but very thankful for being in Mr Connell’s care. I would highly recommend him. My thanks also go to his secretary Michelle Burgess.

March 17, 2023

Private patient at KIMS Hospital

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Dr Connell is just fab. He is very good at making you feel very comfortable in uncomfortable circumstances. He is compassionate and caring. His confidence in the procedure required gives you hope and confidence too. I highly recommend him.Thank you Dr Connell.

March 15, 2023

NHS patient at KIMS Hospital

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Mr Connell is an exceptionally good and charming surgeon. I have had the pleasure of being under his care over the past 5 years I have always received excellent treatment and highly recommend him. Keep doing what you do - as you’re the best!!

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