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Prof. Dr. Mohamed Elbarbary
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Professor Dr. Mohamed Magdy El-Barbary is one of the most prominent pediatric surgeons in Egypt and the Arab world, with clinical experience spanning more than 36 years at Cairo University — one of the most prestigious and largest academic medical centers in Africa and the Middle East. As Head of the Pediatric Surgery Department at Cairo University (Kasr Al-Ainy), he leads a specialized team in treating complex congenital anomalies, neonatal laparoscopic surgery, and advanced corrective surgeries. His research has been published in major international peer-reviewed medical journals, and has been cited more than 670 times by researchers around the world.
In 2026, the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh awarded him the honorary fellowship FRCSEd ad honorem — the college’s highest honorary distinction, awarded exclusively to top-tier surgeons who have made exceptional contributions to the advancement of surgical sciences and medical care internationally. This fellowship is not obtained by examination; it is awarded in recognition of a career distinguished by scientific and medical achievements.
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Who is Prof. Dr. Mohamed Elbarbary?
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Elbarbary is a Professor of Paediatric Surgery at Cairo University’s Kasr Al-Ainy Medical School and one of Egypt’s most experienced and skilled paediatric surgeons, with over 36 years of clinical and academic practice. He is internationally recognized for his work in hypospadias repair and urogenital reconstructive surgery in children.
What does the FRCSEd fellowship mean?
FRCSEd stands for Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh: one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious surgical institutions. In 2026, Professor Elbarbary received the (ad honorem) election to this fellowship, the highest honorary distinction the College confers. This election was in recognition of his outstanding contributions to paediatric surgical science over a sustained career. This distinction is not awarded by examination; it is reserved exclusively for surgeons of exceptional international standing.
What are Professor Elbarbary's main surgical specialties?
Dr. Mohamed Elbarbary’s clinical practice covers the full spectrum of paediatric surgery, with particular expertise in:
- Hypospadias repair at all levels of complexity, including multi-stage and revision procedures.
- Buried and trapped penis, accurate diagnosis and, where indicated, surgical correction.
- Neonatal surgical emergencies including oesophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula
- Umbilical hernia repair (open and laparoscopic).
- Laparoscopic surgery across a broad range of abdominal conditions.
- Inguinal hernia repair (open and laparoscopic).
- Circumsicion surgeries.
- Undescended testis (cryptorchidism), including laparoscopic orchidopexy
Has Dr. Mohamed Elbarbary published any medical and/or research papers?
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Elbarbary has published, authored/co-authored over 40 research papers in multiple, prestigious international medical journals. Including “Journal of Pediatric Surgery”, “Journal of Pediatric Urology” and “British Journal of Surgery”. His papers were cited over 690 times.
Where is the clinic and who can book an appointment?
Professor El-Barbary works as a professor at Kasr Al-Ainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, and as a consulting surgeon at Abu El-Reesh Children’s Hospital (Cairo University Hospitals). His private clinic is in the Dokki district, Giza He also receives cases for diagnosis at City Clinic in Guezira Plaza complex, Sheikh Zayed City
Does Professor Elbarbary see patients from outside Egypt?
Yes. He regularly sees families from across Egypt as well as patients travelling from Gulf states, UAE, Iraq, Libya, and beyond. Please contact the clinic in advance to arrange a consultation and discuss travel logistics.
How do I book a consultation?
You can book via the phone numbers (01080555300 – City Clinic Zayed) or (01115886677 – Dokki Clinic), you can also book an appointment through WhatsApp. For patients traveling from outside Cairo, it is advisable to contact us a few days in advance so we can arrange a suitable appointment and advise on any preparation needed.
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Giza — Dokki : 11 Nadi Al Sayd Street, Shooting Club
- Cairo — Sheikh Zayed : City Clinic, Al Jazira Plaza
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