Mr Ammar Alhasso
Consultant Urologist
MBChB, MSc , FRCSEd, FRCSEd (Urol)
Specialises in
I graduated from Mosul University, Iraq in 1989. I gained broad experience in surgical specialities overseas and then basic surgical training at Kings College, London.
I was a research fellow for one year, studying bladder cancer, at Imperial College School of Medicine, University of London and achieved a Masters degree in Surgical Sciences (MSc) in 2000. I completed my urology training in East Scotland with subspecialisation in female and reconstructive urology.
I took up my current post as Consultant Urological Surgeon in January 2008. I am a reviewer in the Cochrane Collaboration/Incontinence group and have published systematic reviews and meta-analyses on urinary incontinence.
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Ammar Alhasso at Spire include:
Urology
- Benign prostate treatments
- Bladder investigations (cystoscopy)
- Bladder lesion removal
- Circumcision
- Epididymal cysts removal
- Hydrocele surgery
- Prostate surgery and laser prostate surgery
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI)
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) for women
- Testicular implants
- Urodynamics
- Urinary slings and sphincters
- Vasectomy
Other treatments
- Urethral reconstruction and urethral stricture disease
- Voiding disorders and overactive bladder syndrome
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Important information about Covid-19 tests
Spire Edinburgh Hospitals Murrayfield and Shawfair Park is only able to provide Covid-19 tests to patients undergoing surgery at our hospital. Covid-19 testing or antibody tests are not available as a standalone service.
Additional information
Clinical interests
Urodynamics
Urogynaecology
Special clinical interests: Female urology/Urogynaecology, urodynamics, reconstructive urology and Green Light Laser Therapy for treatment of the prostate.
Qualification and professional memberships
Professional memberships
International Continence Society
Scottish Urological Society
Section of Female and Reconstructive Urology (BAUS)
British Medical Association
British Association of Urological Surgeons
European Association of Urology
Research and publications
Urinary Incontinence. Overactive Bladder Syndrome. Urethral Stricture
Current NHS posts
Consultant Urological Surgeon - Western General Hospital, Edinburgh
Consultant Urological Surgeon - Borders General Hospital, Melrose, Scottish Borders
Personal profile
I enjoy landscape and macro photography, and I am a member of the Bureau of Freelance Photographers.
In my spare time I also enjoy sailing and diving, and hold a PADI certificate. I am also a member of Cameron House Marina at Loch Lomond and the Royal Yachting Association.
Contact information
| Telephone | 0131 334 0363 |
| Private secretary | Linda Fletcher |
| Private secretary email | enquiries@edinburghurologyspecialists.com |