[11th March 2026]
We’re pleased to be able to introduce another new member of our Medical Advisory Panel, Dr Darren Fernandes.
Our Medical Advisory Panel brings together experienced clinicians from across the UK with a shared focus on Pelvic Radiation Disease (PRD). Their expertise helps ensure that the guidance and information we provide is accurate, evidence-based, and aligned with the best clinical practice.
Dr Fernandes is a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. He has a specialist interest in the gastrointestinal consequences of cancer treatment, including the assessment and management of treatment-related bowel dysfunction, malabsorption and complex post-therapy symptom profiles.
He completed his doctoral research (PhD) under the supervision of Professor Andreyev, focusing on gastrointestinal complications arising from oncological therapies. His academic work has centred on improving the recognition, investigation and multidisciplinary management of patients experiencing chronic gastrointestinal symptoms following cancer treatment.
Dr Fernandes has been invited as an expert speaker at a number of national and international meetings, including PRDA, Bowel Cancer UK and MASCC, among other internationally recognised conferences. He remains actively involved in advancing clinical practice and education in the field of oncology-related gastrointestinal disorders.
We’re delighted to gain Dr Fernandes’ expertise and perspective to the Panel. His experience in gastroenterology, treatment-related gastrointestinal disorders and research into the long-term effects of cancer treatment will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen awareness and improve the information available to healthcare professionals caring for those affected by Pelvic Radiation Disease.
Learn more about our Medical Advisory Panel