Mr Orwa Falah

Mr Orwa Falah - Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon in Edinburgh

Mr Orwa Falah is a Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon in Edinburgh, based at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, NHS Lothian. He specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of vascular, endovascular and complex aortic conditions. He has particular expertise in complex aortic aneurysm care, including thoracic, thoracoabdominal, suprarenal and abdominal aortic aneurysms. He also treats a wide range of vascular conditions affecting the arteries and veins.

Mr Falah is also the Lead Clinician for the Scottish National Service for Aortic Arch, Thoracoabdominal and Suprarenal Aneurysms at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. Through this nationally commissioned service, he provides care for patients with complex aortic conditions from across Scotland.

Areas of expertise include:

• Varicose veins and venous disease
• Complex aortic aneurysms
• Thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysms
• Abdominal aortic aneurysms
• Aortic dissection
• Peripheral arterial disease
• Carotid artery disease
• Lower limb circulation problems
• Limb salvage surgery
• Spider veins and thread veins
• Diabetic foot problems
• Complex vascular second opinions

His specialist practice includes both open vascular surgery and minimally invasive endovascular treatment. He carefully reviews each patient’s diagnosis, imaging and overall health before recommending the safest and most appropriate treatment plan.

Specialist treatments and procedures include:

• Open and endovascular treatment of aortic aneurysms
• Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair, also knows as TAAA
• Thoracic endovascular aortic repair, also known as TEVAR
• Fenestrated endovascular aneurysm repair, also known as FEVAR
• Branched endovascular aneurysm repair, also known as BEVAR
• Hybrid aortic procedures
• Carotid surgery
• Lower limb revascularisation
• Limb salvage surgery
• Varicose vein assessment and treatment
• Chronic venous disease treatment
• Minimally invasive treatment for spider veins and thread veins

His approach is clear, patient-centred and evidence-based. He takes time to explain each diagnosis, review imaging carefully and discuss all suitable options, including monitoring, medical management, minimally invasive endovascular treatment and open vascular surgery where required.

Professional leadership, academic roles and research

Mr Orwa Falah is recognised for his work in complex aortic surgery, vascular education, academic publishing and specialist surgical training.

Leadership, academic and education roles include:

• Founder and Chair of the Edinburgh Aortic Summit, a focused international educational meeting bringing together specialists involved in the diagnosis, treatment and long-term management of complex aortic, vascular, endovascular and cardiovascular disease.
• Associate Editor for the Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Examiner for the Intercollegiate FRCS Vascular Surgery Examination
• MRCS Examiner at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS) Examiner and Faculty Member
• Active contributor to vascular surgery education, training and professional development

Research and innovation

Mr Falah has a strong interest in clinical research and innovation in vascular and aortic surgery. He has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and collaborative research projects focused on improving outcomes for patients with complex aortic and vascular disease.

Research interests include:

• Complex aortic aneurysm management
• Advanced endovascular techniques
• Thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic disease
• Fenestrated and branched endovascular aneurysm repair
• Vascular and cardiothoracic surgical research
• Vascular surgical education
• Quality improvement in vascular care
• Patient outcomes in complex vascular surgery

Media and public education

Mr Falah’s clinical work has been featured in the BBC Two documentary series Surgeons: At the Edge of Life. The programme followed patients undergoing complex aortic surgery within the Scottish National Aortic Service.

Patient-centred care

Mr Falah is committed to evidence-based, patient-centred vascular care. He takes time to explain each diagnosis clearly, review treatment options carefully and help patients make informed decisions about their care.

Further information about Mr Falah’s private vascular practice, services and patient information can be found at Vascular Medical Group: https://vascularmedicalgroup.com