Dr. Mohamed Okasha
Consultant Neurosurgeon at Ninewells Hospital and Clinical Lecturer at Dundee Medical School
United Kingdom
About the expert
Mr. Mohamed Okasha is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Clinical Lecturer at Ninewells Hospital and Dundee Medical School. He specializes in cranial and spinal neurosurgery, with expertise in minimally invasive and complex procedures. He completed his medical training in Egypt and advanced neurosurgical training in the UK, including fellowships in skull base and spinal surgery. In addition to clinical work, he is active in teaching and research with numerous publications and presentations.
Mr. Mohamed Okasha is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Clinical Lecturer based at Ninewells Hospital and Dundee Medical School in the United Kingdom. He brings extensive expertise in cranial and spinal neurosurgery, with a particular focus on minimally invasive procedures, skull base surgery, neuro-oncology, and complex spinal pathologies. His clinical approach is defined by precision, safety, and patient-centered care, ensuring optimal outcomes even in high-risk neurosurgical cases.
He began his medical education in Egypt, graduating with distinction before pursuing specialized neurosurgical training in the UK. His postgraduate journey included rigorous neurosurgical residencies and fellowships at leading institutions, where he refined his skills in advanced surgical techniques such as endoscopic skull base surgery and minimally invasive spinal interventions. These experiences have shaped his ability to manage complex and rare neurosurgical conditions with confidence and skill.
In addition to his clinical duties, Mr. Okasha plays a key role in medical education as a Clinical Lecturer at Dundee Medical School. He is actively involved in training junior doctors and medical students, delivering lectures, supervising research projects, and promoting hands-on surgical training. His commitment to teaching is matched by his belief in continuous learning and the advancement of neurosurgical practice through innovation and evidence-based medicine.
Mr. Okasha is also a prolific academic contributor, having authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and presented at international conferences. His research interests align with his clinical focus areas, particularly in neuro-oncology, spinal stabilization, and surgical outcomes. With a dynamic blend of clinical excellence, academic involvement, and compassionate patient care, Mr. Okasha stands out as a leader in the field of modern neurosurgery.
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Neurosurgery consultant
2021 - TodayNinewells hospital and Dundee medical school, Tayside NHS and Dundee university, Dundee
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Clinical lecturer and Teaching lead
2021 - TodayNinewells hospital and Dundee medical school, Tayside NHS and Dundee university, Dundee
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Skull base Senior Clinical Fellow
2020 - 2021Kings College hospital, London
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Pituitary and Skull Base Senior Clinical Fellow
2019 - 2020Neurosurgery department, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals and Foundation Trusts.
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Neurosurgery Specialist Registrar
2015 - 2019Neurosurgery department, Royal Victoria infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne hospitals and Foundation Trusts.
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Senior officer (SHO) in Neurosurgery
2014 - 2015Neurosurgery department, Royal Victoria infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne hospitals.
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Neurosurgery Specialist
2011 - 2015Damanhour Medical National institute (Teaching hospital, DMNI), Egypt
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Neurosurgery Resident
2006 - 2011Damanhour Medical National institute (Teaching hospital, DMNI), Egypt
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Fellowship of Surgical Neurology (FRCS (SN))
Royal College of Surgical Neurology, England, London.
2018
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Doctor Degree (PhD) of Neurosurgery
Neurosurgery Department faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University
2015
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Intercollegiate Membership of the Royal college of Surgeons (MRCS)
Royal college of Surgeons of England
2011
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Master Degree of Surgery (MSc)
Faculty of Medicine, Benha University
2007
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Bachelor of Medicine (MBBCh)
Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University
2002
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European association of Neurosurgeons (EANS) (2019)
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Society of British Neurological Surgeons (SBNS) (2015)
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British Medical Association BMA (2015)
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Royal college of surgeons, London (2011)
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1- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33321519/
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2- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31537109/
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3- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33513567/
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4- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34506978/
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5- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32608285/
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6- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35817347/
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