Neena Randhawa Consultant Colorectal Surgeon Newcastle
- 0191 2820488
- Royal Victoria Infirmary, Queen Victoria Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4LP
Peter Coyne Consultant Colorectal Surgeon Newcastle provides expert care at the Royal Victoria Infirmary. He focuses on robotic surgery and treating advanced and recurrent colorectal and anal cancers. Because of his expertise, patients receive the latest surgical techniques for better recovery and outcomes.
Firstly, Mr Coyne treats complex pelvic diseases and leads robotic surgery at RVI Newcastle. He works closely with his team to offer innovative and effective treatments. This focus helps many patients get faster, safer surgery.
In addition, Mr Coyne runs the Northern advanced and recurrent colorectal cancer service. He also serves as cancer lead for Newcastle Hospitals. Moreover, he chairs the NHS England Tumour Board for colorectal and anal cancers in NE England and Cumbria. These roles allow him to shape cancer care across the region.
Furthermore, Mr Coyne belongs to key professional groups like ACPGBI, ESCP, and Pelvex. Through these connections, he stays updated on the latest surgical advances. Therefore, he applies new knowledge directly to patient care.
Besides clinical work, Mr Coyne trains surgeons across the UK. For example, he completed fellowships in Amsterdam, Swansea, and Leeds with top colorectal surgeons. Later, he became a Royal College of Surgeons tutor and Training Programme Director.
Also, he created the UK’s only cadaveric robotic colorectal surgery course. Similarly, he runs the regional advanced endoscopy course called REST. These courses teach surgeons the newest methods and improve their skills. Additionally, Mr Coyne leads important research studies like SAILOR, CREST-2, and INTACT, which help find better treatments for patients.
As cancer lead, Mr Coyne improves how patients get diagnosed and treated. For instance, he works with GPs and local health teams to set up straight-to-test referrals and introduce Faecal Immunochemical Testing (FiT). Because of these efforts, patients get faster access to care.
He also develops pathways for liver metastasis and iron deficiency anaemia. At the same time, he rewrites clinical guidelines to ensure all doctors follow the best practices. Thus, his teamwork results in better cancer management throughout the area.
Advanced and recurrent colorectal cancer
Anal cancer treatment
Emergency colorectal surgery
Robotic surgery and remote mentoring
Using immunofluorescence to lower surgery risks
Colonic stenting for colorectal cancer
In summary, Mr Coyne combines clinical skill, teaching, and research. Therefore, he leads the way in colorectal cancer care in Newcastle and beyond.
