Dr John Yaxley, Urological Surgeon
Dr John Yaxley, Urological Surgeon
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Dr John Yaxley
MBBS (QLD) FRACS (Urol)

Dr Yaxley is a past Chairman of the Northern Section of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand. His private practice is subspecialised to the treatment of prostate cancer.
Dr Yaxley has a special interest in radical prostatectomy, particularly in nerve-sparing procedures to maintain post-operative potency. He has performed approximately 2000 radical prostatectomy procedures, including, robotic techniques. Dr Yaxley is a co-investigator in the randomised open versus robotic radical prostatectomy trial at the Royal Brisbane Hospital.
Dr Yaxley performed the first prostatic brachytherapy procedure in Queensland in conjunction with the radiotherapists at the Wesley Hospital in August 2000. He has performed over 1000 brachytherapy procedures since that time.
Research Portfolio
Reducing Risk of Catheter-Acquired UTI Post-Prostatectomy
Project Overview Catheter acquired urinary tract infections are one of the most common health care acquired infections. The daily acquisition...
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A Prof James Daveson, Gastroenterologist
A. Prof James Daveson MBBS (QLD) FRACP Dr Daveson completed his medical degree at the University of Queensland and physician...
Read MoreCoeliac Disease Clinical Trials
Expression of Interest: Coeliac Clinical Trials Wesley Medical Research is committed to undertaking research initiatives that will help discover new...
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A Novel Prostate Cancer Trial is Delivering More Options for Patients
Prostate cancer is the third most common cause of death in Australia, with 20,000 diagnoses and close to 3,300 deaths...
Read MoreProstate Cancer Research: Targeting Improvements in Men’s Health
Prostate cancer is the third most common cancer death in Australia, with 20,000 diagnoses and close to 3,300 deaths each...
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