Mr Peter Baldwin
Consultant in Gynaecology and Gynaecological Oncology
MD, FRCOG
Specialises in
- da Vinci® robotic-assisted surgery
- Menstrual irregularities
- Gynaecological cancer
- Vulval disease
- Colposcopy
Also available for:
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I am a Consultant Gynaecologist and Gynaecological Oncologist based in Cambridge with over 30 years’ experience in women’s health, specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of benign and cancer-related gynaecological conditions. I practise privately at Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital and hold a substantive NHS consultant position at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge, where I have worked since 2006.
My clinical practice focuses on providing personalised, evidence-based care for women experiencing symptoms such as menstrual irregularities, abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, and suspected or confirmed gynaecological cancer. I have a particular specialist interest in vulval disease, cervical abnormalities, and complex gynaecological oncology, supported by an active research profile and international reputation in vulval cancer and pre-cancer.
I trained in obstetrics and gynaecology in London and East Anglia and was awarded my Doctor of Medicine (MD) by the University of London. I am a Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRCOG), and I remain actively involved in teaching and training future specialists through my role leading the subspecialty training programme in gynaecological oncology.
I specialise in a broad range of gynaecological investigations and treatments, including colposcopy for abnormal cervical screening results, outpatient hysteroscopy, laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery and hysterectomy for both benign and cancer-related conditions. I also provide assessment and management for ovarian cysts, pelvic masses, menopause-related symptoms and cancer risk reduction strategies, including screening and HPV vaccination advice.
A key part of my practice is advanced minimally invasive surgery. I am experienced in both traditional and laparoscopic techniques, as well as robotic-assisted surgery using the da Vinci system. Robotic-assisted surgery allows for highly precise procedures, often resulting in reduced pain, shorter hospital stays and faster recovery for patients.
In addition to surgical care, I offer expert diagnostic services and second opinions for complex or uncertain cases.
My international experience includes working as a consultant in New Zealand, where I contributed to the development of cancer services for the middle and lower North Island. This has broadened my perspective on delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across different healthcare systems.
General Medical Council Number: 3565744
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Peter Baldwin at Spire include:
Gynaecology
- Colposcopy
- Endometrial ablation surgery
- Hysterectomy surgery
- Laparoscopy gynaecological investigation
Oncology
- Cancer tests
- Sentinel lymph node biopsy and lymph node removal
Other treatments
- da Vinci® robotic-assisted surgery
- Laser ablation of genital tract pre cancer
- Robotic assisted Hysterectomy
- Robotic assisted Salpingo-oophorectomy
- Robotic assisted Ovarian cystectomy
- Robotic assisted Omentectomy
- Robotic assisted Sentinel node dissection
- Vulval disease
- Vulvoscopy
- Vulval biopsy
Discover the future of gynaecology surgery with the da Vinci® surgical system
The da Vinci® robotic-assisted surgical system is used for a range of gynaecological procedures, including:
- Endometriosis resection
- Ovarian cystectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Myomectomy (fibroid removal)
The da Vinci® surgical system is available at: Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital, Spire Edinburgh Hospitals, Spire Murrayfield, Wirral Hospital, Spire Southampton Hospital and Spire St Anthony’s Hospital, Surrey.
With the da Vinci® robotic-assisted surgical system, you may benefit from:
- Smaller cuts (incisions) that mean less scarring1
- Fewer complications including reduced blood loss2
- A speedier recovery and reduced pain after surgery3
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Additional information
Clinical interests
Endometriosis
Gynaecological cancer
Hysteroscopy
Laparoscopic surgery
Menopause
Menorrhagia
Menstrual disorders
Post menopausal problems
Qualification and professional memberships
MBBS / University of London / 1992
Bachelor of Medicine
Bachelor of Surgery
MD / University of London / 2005
Doctor of Medicine
FRCOG / Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology / 2011
Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Professional memberships
British Gynaecological Cancer Society (BGCS)
British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy (BSGE)
British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (BSCCP)
British society for the Study of Vulval Disease (BSSVD)
International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal disease (ISSVD)
Professional leadership
Subspecialty Training Program Director, Gynaecological Oncology, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
Current NHS posts
Macmillan Consultant in Gynaecological Oncology
Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Contact information
| Telephone | 01223 266 990 |
| Private secretary | Sophie Scott |
| Private secretary telephone | 01223 455 176 |
| Private secretary email | pa@gyn.org.uk |