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Professor Fahed Youssef

MD, FRCS, MD (Lon), FRCS (Gen Surg)

General Surgeon

Live bookings available

36 years of experience

Ipswich, IP4 5SW

(+1 more)

11 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Irshad Shaikh, Mr Wassim Hassan and 2 other professionals

4.97

/5

(111 reviews)

Live bookings available

36 years of experience

Ipswich, IP4 5SW

(+1 more)

11 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Irshad Shaikh, Mr Wassim Hassan and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Lipoma Removal
15
Laparoscopy
8
Inguinal Hernia
8

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About Professor Fahed Youssef

Professor Fahed Youssef qualified in 1990 from the University of Damascus and advanced his surgical training at the Royal Free Hospital in London, where he focused on General and Hepato-biliary surgery. He completed his Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) in 2000 and pursued further research, earning an MD in Surgery from the University of London. In 2003, Professor Youssef began a higher surgical training rotation in General Surgery within the South West Deanery, achieving his FRCS (Gen Surgery) in 2008 and securing a place on the GMC specialist register after obtaining his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in general surgery.

In 2010, he undertook a fellowship at Birmingham Heartland Hospital. Since 2009, Professor Youssef has been working as a consultant surgeon in the UK and moved to Colchester and Ipswich Hospitals in January 2012. His special interests include laparoscopic abdominal and abdominal wall surgery, and he currently serves as the clinical lead for emergency surgery.

At Nuffield Health, Professor Fahed Youssef offers a range of treatments and tests, including laparoscopic groin hernia repair, laparoscopic incisional hernia repair, bilateral (inguinal) hernia repair, general hernia repair, and excision of skin lesions. He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons and continues to contribute to the field with his expertise in advanced surgical techniques.


Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(115)
Skill Endorsements
(4)

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Lipoma Removal
15
Laparoscopy
8
Inguinal Hernia
8
Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
7
Open Hernia Repair
7
Cyst Removal
7
Mole Removal
7
Lumps and Bumps Removal
7
Skin Tag Removal
6
Cysts
5
Minor Skin Surgery
4
Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Moles and Skin Tags)
4
Gallstone Surgery
4
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
4
Hernia
3
Skin Tags
3
Sebaceous Cyst Removal
2
Skincare
2
Enlarged Lymph Nodes
1
Warts (Viral)
1
Stomach / Abdominal Pain
1
Skin Biopsy
1
Enterocutaneous Fistula
1
Cystocele
1
Bowel Obstruction
1
Abscess Incision and Drainage
1
Dermoscopy
1
Femoral Hernia
1
Peritoneal Tumours
1
Excision of Sebaceous Cysts
1
Incisional Hernia Repair
1
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
1
Arachnoid Cyst
1
Rectal Pain
1
Cholestasis
Bile Duct Diseases
Perianal Fistula
Haemorrhoids
Gallstones
Appendicitis
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Anal Cancer
Abdominal Wall Defects
Diverticulitis
Abdominal (Ventral) Hernia
Anal Fistula
Constipation
Spigelian Hernia
Diarrhoea
Skin Lesion Treatments
Altered Bowel Habits
Gallbladder Disease
Sigmoid Colectomy for Diverticular Disease
Sports Hernia Repair Surgery
Weight Loss
Rectal Biopsy
Recurrent Rectal Prolapse
Pilonidal Sinus Excision
Rectal Bleeding
Lateral Internal Sphincterotomy
Perianal Abscess
Peritoneal Surgery
Jaundice
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter
Malignant Bowel Obstruction
No Mesh Hernia Repair
Pancreatic Cancer
Excision of Benign Lesions
Liver Function Tests
Peritoneal Cancer
Bowel Resection
Recurrent Hernia
Small Bowel Cancer
Laparoscopic Appendicectomy
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
Ileostomy Surgery
Reflux
Inguinal Node Dissection
Laparoscopic Bilateral Hernia Surgery
Pilonidal Sinus Disorders
Inguinal Hernia Repair
Perianal Disease
Haemorrhoidectomy
Lipoma
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST)
Hemorrhoidectomy
Fistulectomy and Seton Insertion
Gallbladder Cancer
Bowel Cancer
Bowel Diversion Surgery
Anorectal Conditions
Botox Injections for Anal Fissure
Anal Fissure
Banding of Haemorrhoids
Adhesiolysis
Adhesions
Stomach (Gastric) Cancer
Stomach Cancer Surgery (Gastrectomy)
Pancreatic Disorders
Splenectomy
Pancreatitis
Appendicectomy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4681645


Qualifications

MD 1990 University of Damascus


Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £200
  • Follow-up appointment: £125

Insurers

  • Cigna
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA Health
  • Healix Health Services
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality

Location

All locations for Professor Fahed Youssef

Nuffield Health Ipswich Hospital

4.84

(481)

Foxhall Road, Ipswich, United Kingdom, IP4 5SW

4.98

(178)

13 Minnie Baldock Street, London, United Kingdom, E16 1YE

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Professor Fahed Youssef is a friendly, professional, and reassuring specialist. He provides clear explanations, putting patients at ease before, during, and after treatment. Patients find his procedures efficient, quick, with minimal discomfort. Professor Youssef demonstrates expertise in minor skin surgery and hernia treatments.

5.0
verified patient
11 Apr 2026

The visit ran on time, and Fahed and his assistant were polite and professional.

Patient seen for:
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13 Apr 2026
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Many thanks for your review

5.0
verified patient
09 Apr 2026

Recommend

Patient seen for:
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13 Apr 2026
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Many thanks for your review

5.0
verified patient
09 Apr 2026

I was in and out in 10 minutes but I didn’t feel rushed. Dr Youseff was very friendly and helpful.

Patient seen for:
Reply from Fahed Youssef
13 Apr 2026
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Many thanks for your review

5.0
verified patient
07 Apr 2026

Good visit. Tha kyou.

Patient seen for:
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13 Apr 2026
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Many thanks for your review

5.0
verified patient
03 Apr 2026

The professor was very clear with his instructions as to what he was doing throughout my procedure.

Patient seen for:
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03 Apr 2026
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Many thanks

5.0
verified patient
02 Apr 2026

Excision of finger cyst and 5 stitches, completed painlessly within 10 minutes.

Reply from Fahed Youssef
03 Apr 2026
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Many thanks

5.0
verified patient
01 Apr 2026

I was pleased that my treatment was prompt and appears to have been efficient. I was surprised by lack of pain and the speed of the process. I was very pleased to be kept informed about the procedure although I could not see what was happening. From collection in the waiting room through the treatment and in the patient information letter, I was kept well-informed with clear advice about aftercare and how to deal with any problems. Thanks to Professor Youssef and his assistant.

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Reply from Fahed Youssef
03 Apr 2026
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Many thanks

5.0
verified patient
28 Mar 2026

Prof Youssef operated on me to fix an inguinal hernia (in fact direct and indirect) using laparoscopy. He explained the mesh was about the area of a mobile phone case due to the size of my hernia. He works closely with anaesthetists he knows well. Having never had a general anaesthetic I was a bit nervous but I have to say it was so stress free and easy. I was in the theatre before 9am and heading home just after 2pm. I woke up feeling fine, just like having had a nap. After the operation my pain was less than I expected and, one month on, whilst I am still not doing anything too strenuous (as per advice), in my day to day life (including by driving and commuting) I have pretty much forgotten I had the operation. I am not sure all “hernia surgeons” have the skill and experience to perform my operation laparoscopically (the alternative being a larger external incision). I would recommend Prof Youssef to anyone needing a hernia operation, and say to them, “don’t worry, you are putting yourself in the safe hands of excellent surgeon”. If I develop a hernia on the other side in the future (which he also checked during the operation) I won’t hesitate to get in touch with Prof Youssef, nor will I be concerned about the operation or the recovery, given the positive experience.

Reply from Fahed Youssef
30 Mar 2026
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Many thanks for your nice review All the best

5.0
verified patient
27 Mar 2026

Removal of a skin tag performed quickly and effectively.

Reply from Fahed Youssef
30 Mar 2026
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Many thanks indeed

5.0
verified patient
27 Mar 2026

Fahed was very professional and friendly, I had additional questions also of which he was more than happy to answer.

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30 Mar 2026
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Many thanks indeed

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Skill Endorsements

28 Feb 2025
Endorsed for
Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

Mr Irshad Shaikh

Mr Irshad Shaikh

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

Great colleague with a trusted opinion. Would highly recommend.

06 Nov 2024
Endorsed for
Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

Mr Wassim Hassan

Mr Wassim Hassan

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Is a colleague

skilled laparoscopic surgeon

25 Oct 2024
Endorsed for
Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

MP

Mr James Pitt

General Surgeon
Is a colleague

Mr Youssef is very skilled surgeon. He carefully listens to his patients and always provides the extra mile to help them. He is very much recommended in his field. He is very professional knowledgeable and very caring.

28 Aug 2024
Endorsed for
Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction

Mr Fadi Al-Fhaily

Mr Fadi Al-Fhaily

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Is a colleague

FAQ

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Professor Fahed Youssef's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 111 reviews.

What languages does Professor Fahed Youssef speak?

Professor Fahed Youssef speaks English

Where is Professor Fahed Youssef located?

Professor Fahed Youssef primarily practices at Nuffield Health Ipswich Hospital, located at Foxhall Road, Ipswich, United Kingdom, IP4 5SW
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