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Miss May Al-Sahaf

MB BCh FRCS(C-Th)

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

22 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+3 more)

12 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Damian Balmforth, Dr. Syed Hassan and 2 other professionals

4.99

/5

(100 reviews)

22 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+3 more)

12 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Damian Balmforth, Dr. Syed Hassan and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Thoracic (Lung) Surgery
80
Lung Cancer
45
4
Mediastinal Tumors
4

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About Miss May Al-Sahaf

Miss May Al-Sahaf is a highly experienced and skilled Consultant Thoracic Surgeon, currently working at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. She obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree from The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 2004, before training in Cardiothoracic Surgery at various specialist units in London, including Royal Brompton and Harefield, Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals, and St Bartholomew’s Hospital.

Miss Al-Sahaf has a special interest in minimally invasive (keyhole) thoracic surgery, video-assisted and robotic surgery, as well as airway interventions, pleural disease, mesiastinal surgery, and rib fractures. She has extensive experience in treating lung cancer, thymic malignancy, and myasthenia gravis. She also specialises in performing bronchoscopy, laser, stenting, and treating pneumothorax, pleural effusion, and infection of the pleura/empyema.

Miss Al-Sahaf has received several awards and recognitions for her outstanding contributions to the field of thoracic surgery. In 2018, she was awarded one of the first national training fellowships in Robotic Thoracic Surgery at Guy’s and St Thomas’s Hospital. She became a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons in Cardiothoracic Surgery in 2019.

Miss Al-Sahaf is the Lead for Training and Enhanced Recovery after Thoracic Surgery, demonstrating her dedication to both patient care and the professional development of her colleagues. She is a member of several professional organisations, including the Royal College of Surgeons of England, Society for Cardiothoracic Surgery in Great Britain and Ireland (SCTS), and International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC).


Subspecialties

  • Thoracic Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(143)
Skill Endorsements
(7)

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Thoracic (Lung) Surgery
80
Lung Cancer
45
4
Mediastinal Tumors
4
Robotic Surgery
3
Rib Injury
3
Pneumothorax
2
Thoracoscopy or VATS
1
Minimally Invasive Heart Surgery
1
Lobectomy
1
Abscess Incision and Drainage
1
Thymoma
1
Thoracic Cancers
1
Thoracic Surgical Oncology
1
Pleural Disorders
1
Lung Biopsy
1

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 7025525


Education

National University of Ireland

Medicine

Graduated 2004


Qualifications

MB BCh 2004 National University of Ireland

FRCS(C-Th)


Languages spoken

  • English
  • Arabic

Insurers

  • Bupa
  • Vitality
  • Aviva Health
  • WPA
  • Cigna
  • AXA Health

Fees

  • New appointment

    £300
  • Follow-up appointment

    £218
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR

4.82(5266 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Cromwell Hospital

164-178 Cromwell Rd, London, United Kingdom, SW5 0TU

4.86(1868 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Barts Health London Private Care

W Smithfield, London, United Kingdom, EC1A 7BE

4.48(98 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

The Bays, S Wharf Rd, London, United Kingdom, W2 1NY

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Thoracic (Lung) Surgery
80
Lung Cancer
45
4
Mediastinal Tumors
4

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Miss May Al-Sahaf shows professionalism and care. She gives clear details for complex medical issues. This makes patients confident for treatment and surgery. Her outstanding skill in thoracic surgery for lung cancer is well noted.

5
verified patient
05 Jun 2026

I cannot thank Dr Al-Sahaf enough for the care she gave my mum throughout her cancer treatment. From pre-operative appointments right through to discharge, she was attentive, supportive, and consistently went above and beyond. She made what was an incredibly difficult time feel manageable, and my mum always felt in the safest of hands. I couldn't have trusted anyone more with her care. Truly exceptional.

5
verified patient
02 Jun 2026

10 out of 10

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
02 Jun 2026

I had my post surgery appointment today, I’ve met Miss May Al-Sahaf and she explained everything with a lot of informations and explanations about the next step. I’m really happy to have met Miss May Al-Sahaf

5
verified patient
28 May 2026

While nobody wants to have an operation, feeling like you are in safe hands makes it so much better. Great clarity from Miss May Al-Sahaf and knowing her extensive experience was a huge comfort. My condition wasn’t exactly common but I felt sure I would be taken care of to the highest standard. And I was.

5
verified patient
24 Mar 2026

Very helpful an friendly

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Mar 2026

I was told what was going to happen and why. Everything my surgeon told me occurred exactly as she explained. Any worries I had were allayed by her. I felt I was in the hands of a caring and remarkably skilled surgeon.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
27 Feb 2026

I had a lung surgery from miss may, where she made me feel comfortable and safe

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
27 Feb 2026

Miss mays professionalism and dedication to her patients is 2nd to none. Throughout my sons hospital stay she has gone above and beyond on a daily basis to ensure my son received the best care possible under her leadership., while attending in person all hours of the day and night. She provided light, support and understanding during a dark period for us. No amount of thank yous will ever show how grateful I am to her , but it's a good place to start. From the bottom of my heart, thank you miss may for all you have done and continue to do . You truly are a wonderful person and without a doubt my hero.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
17 Feb 2026

Meeting Miss May initially was memorable and immediately my husband ad I both felt confident with her assessment of my condition. She is direct and provides confidence

5
verified patient
17 Feb 2026

As a busy professional and a parent, I found the experience very thorough and of high standard. Ms Al-Sahaf was a brilliant surgeon who was caring and pragmatic with the whole case from diagnosis, tests, surgery and aftercare.

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Skill Endorsements

May is a highly skilled surgeon and an excellent colleague. I would have no hesitation in recommending her to friends and family,

31 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Lung Cancer
Thoracic Surgery

Mr Damian Balmforth

Mr Damian Balmforth

Cardiothoracic Surgeon
We trained together

Miss Al-Sahaf is a well respected Chest Surgeon with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to her patients

23 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Thoracic Surgery
Lung Cancer

Dr. Syed Hassan

Dr. Syed Hassan

Respiratory Doctor
I have looked after their patients

Fantastic and very skilled surgeon who is very responsive and sees patients quickly. Very patient centered and loved by her patients!

14 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Lung Cancer
Thoracic Surgery
Thoracic Cancers

Dr. Rudy Sinharay

Dr. Rudy Sinharay

Respiratory Doctor
Is a colleague

We are core members of the same Lung MDT.

05 Aug 2024
Endorsed for
Thoracic Surgery
Lung Cancer

Dr Waleed Mohammed

Dr Waleed Mohammed

Oncologist
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Miss May Al-Sahaf's reviews like?

Miss May Al-Sahaf's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 100 reviews.

What languages does Miss May Al-Sahaf speak?

Miss May Al-Sahaf speaks English and Arabic

Where is Miss May Al-Sahaf located?

Miss May Al-Sahaf primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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