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Professor Yacoub Khalaf

MB BCh, MSc, MD, FRCOG, MFFP

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist

42 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+2 more)

19 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Lukasz Polanski, Mr Moboladale Ojutiku

4.97

/5

(81 reviews)

42 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+2 more)

19 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Lukasz Polanski, Mr Moboladale Ojutiku

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
47
Fertility
26
1
Pregnancy
9

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About Professor Yacoub Khalaf

Professor Yacoub Khalaf is a Consultant Gynaecologist with renowned expertise in assisted conception, infertility, recurrent miscarriage, PCOS and the management of fibroids. He obtained his medical degree at Assiut University, Egypt and moved to the UK to complete his subspecialty training in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital in London. He later completed a MD in Birmingham and was appointed as a Consultant Gynaecologist in 2001 at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.

Mr Khalaf is an internationally recognised expert in the assisted conception and the management of infertility. He currently holds the position of Medical Director of the Assisted Conception Unit at his NHS Trust and is the Director of the Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis Programme. Through these roles, Mr Khalaf and his team has helped numerous couples fulfil their dream of having children.

Mr Khalaf also has specialist interest and expertise in the conservative management of uterine fibroids. He is dedicated to his practice and prides himself in providing truly patient-focused care to each individual in his care.

He has lectured at both national and international conferences and meetings and has published his work widely. He has appeared in the media, including on ITV and Channel 4 and has been interviewed by BBC Today and Radio 5. In addition to this, Mr Khalaf is a spokesperson for the British Fertility Society.


Subspecialties

  • Gynaecology

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(125)
Skill Endorsements
(3)

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In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
47
Fertility
26
1
Pregnancy
9
Fibroid Surgery
7
Early Pregnancy Scan (Ultrasound)
6
Early Pregnancy
5
Hysteroscopy
5
Miscarriage
4
Ultrasound
3
Myomectomy
2
1
Infertility
3
Endometriosis
2
Hysterectomy
1
Fertility Treatment
1
Dilation and Curettage
1
Fibroids
1
Women's Health
1
Early Pregnancy Care
1
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injections (ICSI)
1
Amenorrhoea

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4228291


Education

Assiut University

Medicine

Graduated 1984


Qualifications

MBBCh - Assiut University, Egypt in 1984

MSc (Hons)

MD

FRCOG - Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, UK


Publications

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26 / 06 / 2025

Reproductive medicine

Published in various


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • WPA

Fees

  • New appointment

    £300
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

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

4.83(5,406 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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HCA UK at The Shard

St Thomas Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9BS

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Paid Parking
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Guy’s Assisted Conception Unit

Great Maze Pond, London, United Kingdom, SE1 9RT

4.71(185 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
In-Vitro Fertilisation (IVF)
47
Fertility
26
1
Pregnancy
9

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Professor Yacoub Khalaf is kind, supportive, knowledgeable, professional, and reassuring with his patients. He offers clear, honest guidance across procedures like IVF, egg freezing, and embryo transfers, resulting in successful outcomes for many. His exceptional responsiveness and availability provide comfort during challenging times. Reviews highlight his expertise in In-Vitro Fertilisation, fertility, and fertility medicine.

5
verified patient
25 Aug 2026

Highly recommend Professor Yacoub Khalaf, his knowledge and professionalism is amazing. Thank you for all you done!

5
verified patient
24 Aug 2026

We are incredibly grateful to Professor Yacoub and the team at Guy’s for helping us grow our family. From the beginning, I felt completely confident in his care. He was warm, reassuring and incredibly knowledgeable, and I always felt that our embryos were in the safest possible hands. Professor Yacoub personally performed our frozen embryo transfer, and I’m absolutely delighted to say that I am now pregnant and we have just seen our baby’s heartbeat for the first time. After everything that goes into an IVF journey, it is difficult to put into words how much it means to reach this point. Professor Yacoub played such an important part in getting us here and I will always be enormously grateful to him. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone going through fertility treatment. ❤️

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
09 Aug 2026

After what felt like a long and often overwhelming fertility journey, meeting Professor Khalaf completely changed our outlook. From our very first appointment, we felt genuinely listened to, understood and supported. Professor Khalaf took the time to understand us as individuals rather than treating us as just another case. His approach was not only exceptionally knowledgeable and evidence-based, but also incredibly kind, reassuring and honest. What really stood out was his ability to identify options and pathways that we simply hadn't considered. He guided us through every stage of the process with clarity and confidence, helping us make informed decisions without ever feeling pressured. We always felt that we were in the safest possible hands. One thing he said has stayed with us throughout our journey: "If you're willing to put the work in and remain open to exploring all the paths that fertility treatment can offer, you'll be parents next year." At the time it gave us so much hope and incredibly, he was right. One year later, we welcomed our beautiful son into the world. We will always be grateful to Professor Khalaf for his expertise, compassion and unwavering support. Professor Khalaf gave us far more than excellent medical care, he gave us hope when we needed it most and ultimately helped us achieve our dream of becoming parents. We couldn't recommend Professor Khalaf and his team more highly.

Patient seen for:
4.67
verified patient
22 Jul 2026

Prof Khalaf provided excellent care to us throughout our IVF treatment, he was very responsive and provided welcome reassurance, insight and kindness.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
19 Jul 2026

After a long and difficult journey to have our first child, I was quite hesitant to try for a sibling for our daughter. After extensive research, we chose Professor Khalaf, and it was one of the best decisions we could have made. Although I am now older, this journey has felt considerably easier because of the complete trust we have in Professor Khalaf. His ability to identify the right treatment protocol from the very beginning, combined with his knowledge, experience and calm reassurance, gave us confidence at every stage. For the first time, we weren’t second-guessing every decision—we simply trusted that we were in the best possible hands. Professor Khalaf combines exceptional clinical expertise with genuine kindness and empathy. He takes the time to explain everything clearly, answers every question with patience, and makes you feel like an individual rather than just another patient. Throughout the process, we always felt listened to, supported and involved in every decision. We will always be grateful for everything Professor Khalaf has done for our family. His care has made what once felt overwhelming become a journey we could approach with hope and confidence. We would wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone embarking on their fertility journey.

5
verified patient
13 Jul 2026

Most recent visit was the wife . Always very nice to see professor Yacoub

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
07 Jul 2026

Professor Khalaf has been clear, honest and transparent about the best options that work for us as a couple.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
04 Jul 2026

Knowledgeable and compassionate

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
05 May 2026

Professor Khalaf has done all 3 of my embryo transfers. 2 were successful and 1 was not. He was so kind and supportive through all of them and all of my treatment, he is very responsive and caring!

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
13 Feb 2026

I’m writing this after having my 12-week scan yesterday, where we saw a very active little baby, something we once weren’t sure we would ever experience. After a very long IVF journey, including multiple operations due to severe endometriosis, we made the decision to switch clinics and come to Guys under Professor Khalaf’s care. He performed one final operation that resolved the recurring issue I had been facing, and now, incredibly, I’m 12 weeks pregnant. During a time when we were truly in the depths of our IVF journey, a process that can be gruelling, exhausting and emotionally overwhelming, he gave us hope when we needed it most. We will always be incredibly grateful. I cannot recommend Professor Khalaf highly enough. He is incredibly approachable, positive and reassuring, and he gave me such a boost at a time when I needed it most. I also appreciated that I didn’t have lots of unnecessary, expensive scans; everything felt focused and purposeful. He is extremely responsive and always available to answer any questions. His manner is not only professional but also warm, making you feel safe, supported and completely comfortable throughout the entire process. Thank you so much, Professor Khalaf.

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Skill Endorsements

Prof Khalaf is an expert in reproductive medicine and infertility treatment, including surgical management of fertility related problems.

25 Aug 2025
Endorsed for
Fertility
Myomectomy

Dr Lukasz Polanski

Dr Lukasz Polanski

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
Is a colleague

Knowledgable and reliable colleague

27 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Dilation and Curettage

Mr Moboladale Ojutiku

Mr Moboladale Ojutiku

Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
We trained together

FAQ

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Professor Yacoub Khalaf's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 81 reviews.

What languages does Professor Yacoub Khalaf speak?

Professor Yacoub Khalaf speaks English

Where is Professor Yacoub Khalaf located?

Professor Yacoub Khalaf primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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