Mr Abdalla Fayyad
Consultant Gynaecologist, accredited sub-specialist in Urogynaecology
MD MRCOG RCOG (urogynae)
Specialises in
I am a RCOG accredited consultant gynaecologist and RCOG accredited sub specialist in urogynaecology and pelvic reconstructive surgery, treating women with prolapse and urinary incontinence. I have specialist experience in laparoscopic (keyhole) prolapse surgery and provide the unique expertise of uterine preserving prolapse surgery using the keyhole approach. I am an opinion leader in the field of urogynaecology (prolapse and urinary incontinence surgery) and am an invited speaker to the major national and international meetings in urogynaecology to share my experience in this field. I take great pride in offering the highest standard of individualised sympathetic patient care in comfortable and professional surroundings. I firmly believe in evidence-based medicine and patient-tailored treatments. I always involve my patients in the decision-making process and value the expertise of the multi-disciplinary team.
I received my doctorate degree at the University of London, and did sub-specialty training in Urogynaecology at St Mary’s Hospital, Manchester, a national and international leading centre in this field. I have an active research programme and publish regularly in the leading journals in urogynaecology. I am also a regular reviewer for the leading journals in urogynaecology and urology.
I am an international pioneer in the treatment of prolapse surgery, particularly using keyhole techniques. I have lectured nationally and internationally on Urogynaecology. I have been invited to present to hospitals and societies in the USA, Scotland, Germany and China. I lecture on the latest developments in laparoscopic surgery and vaginal mesh surgery. I am also regularly invited by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the British Society of Urogynaecology to present at their national meetings including the annual scientific update and the surgical masterclass in urogynaecology.
I have performed more than 1,000 surgeries for vaginal prolapse and more than 500 keyhole operations to treat prolapse of the womb or the vagina. I have also performed more than 200 keyhole hysterectomies and vaginal hysterectomies. I also have special expertise in complex pelvic surgery, including recurrent vaginal prolapse using mesh, and have performed more than 250 of such operations.
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Mr Abdalla Fayyad at Spire include:
Gynaecology
- Hysterectomy surgery
- Hysteroscopy procedure
- Urodynamics
- Vaginal repair operation
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) for women
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI)
- Endometrial ablation surgery
- Laparoscopy investigation and treatment
- Ovarian cyst removal
Other treatments
- Complex recurrent vaginal and uterine prolapse
- Hysteropexy
- Laparoscopic (key-hole) prolapse repair
- Urinary incontinence
- Uterine preserving prolapse surgery using the key-hole approach
- Vaginal mesh repair
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Important information about Covid-19 tests
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Additional information
Clinical interests
Laparoscopic surgery
Menorrhagia
Menstrual disorders
Prolapse
Urodynamics
Urogynaecology
Special clinical interests: Urinary incontinence and overactive bladder in women.
Qualification and professional memberships
MRCOG / Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists / 2001
Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
MD / Queen Mary University of London / 2006
Doctor of Medicine
Doctor of medicine title awarded after MD thesis in Obstetrics and Gynaecology submitted to the University of London.
Sub-specialty accreditation in urogynaecology / RCOG / 2009
After 3 year fellowship in Urogynaecology at St Mary's Hospital, University of Manchester.
CCT / University of Manchester / 2009
Certificate of Completion of Training
Completion of higher specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, urogynaecology, and advanced laparoscopic surgery.
Professional memberships
British Society of Urogynaecology
International Urogynaecology Association
International Continence Society
British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy
American Society of Gynaecological Surgeons (SGS) (Invitation only membership)
Professional leadership
Lead for risk and governance in Gynaecology at the Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Member of the education committee of the International Urogynecology Association (IUGA).
Trainer for advanced laparoscopic urogynaecology at Luton and Dunstable University Hospital
Research and publications
I lead an active research program in urogynaecology and laparoscopic surgery. I publish widely. Particular research interests include uterine preserving prolapse surgery using the laparoscopic approach, techniques for managing vault, complex and recurrent prolapse using laparoscopic surgery and vaginal meshes and the outcomes of laparoscopic pelvic floor surgery and surgery for urinary incontinence. I have been invited to lecture both nationally and internationally to present my research findings.
I publish regularly in the leading journals of Gynaecology and Urogynaecology.
Articles
Media Coverage
Featured in the TV series embarrassing bodies series 2 to 6.
Current NHS posts
Consultant Gynaecological Surgeon, sub-specialist in Urogynaecology, Luton and Dunstable University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Personal profile
I am married to a dentist and have two children. I enjoy tennis, reading, travelling and spending time with my family, enjoying outdoor activities and sports.
Contact information
| Telephone | 0800 585 112 |
| Website | http://www.afayyad.co.uk |
| Private secretary | Clare Inns |
| Private secretary telephone | 01582 714 449 |
| Private secretary fax | 01582 714 476 |
| Private secretary email | clare.inns@spirehealthcare.com |