Mr O’Donovan specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis, including complex and deep endometriosis. He has led the BSGE-accredited Endometriosis Centre at St Michael’s Hospital, Bristol since 2018 and receives referrals from across the region.

His expertise in specialist gynaecological ultrasound means that endometriosis can often be assessed at the first consultation, allowing treatment options to be discussed without unnecessary delay.

Treatment is individualised and may include medical treatment, fertility advice or advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery where appropriate.

Mr O’Donovan has specialist expertise in transvaginal gynaecological ultrasound, particularly for the diagnosis and mapping of endometriosis.

Ultrasound can often provide a diagnosis and detailed assessment at the first consultation, helping to guide treatment and, where surgery is required, plan the appropriate approach.

Heavy periods can have a significant impact on everyday life and may be caused by conditions including fibroids, adenomyosis or problems within the womb.

Mr O’Donovan offers specialist ultrasound and a full range of medical and surgical treatments, including minimally invasive hysteroscopic and laparoscopic procedures where appropriate.

Mr O’Donovan offers both non-surgical and surgical management of fibroids, taking into account symptoms, fertility plans and individual priorities.

Where surgery is appropriate, his expertise includes hysteroscopic treatment and minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, including myomectomy.

Mr O’Donovan specialises in advanced laparoscopic (keyhole) and robotic surgery for benign gynaecological conditions, including endometriosis and fibroids.

Minimally invasive techniques allow complex surgery to be performed through small incisions and can offer benefits including less pain, shorter hospital stays, faster recovery and reduced scarring compared with open surgery.

Hysteroscopy allows problems within the womb to be diagnosed and treated without abdominal incisions. Mr O’Donovan is an advanced hysteroscopic surgeon with expertise in the treatment of polyps, fibroids, adhesions and heavy periods.

Many procedures can be performed as a day case, allowing patients to return home the same day.

Mr O’Donovan has extensive experience in reproductive medicine and works closely with specialist fertility services in Bristol.

He has particular expertise in fertility problems associated with endometriosis and fibroids, including assessment of how these conditions may affect fertility and whether medical treatment, surgery or assisted conception should be considered.

Where surgery is appropriate, treatment is planned with future fertility and preservation of reproductive function as key priorities.

Mr O’Donovan has specialist expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of adenomyosis, including complex cases associated with pelvic pain, heavy or painful periods and fertility problems.

Treatment is tailored to individual symptoms and priorities and may include medical treatment, fertility planning or minimally invasive surgery where appropriate.