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HEPATICA - The Home of Minimally Invasive Surgery Profile Overview
HÉPATICA: The Center of Minimally Invasive Surgery in Alexandria, Egypt
HÉPATICA was founded in Scotland as "The Home of Minimally Invasive Surgery" by a British Consultant, Mr. Bekheit and has since established its premier center in Alexandria, Egypt. Our mission is to provide world-class, personalized care, particularly in liver, pancreatic, and bile duct surgery. With the extensive expertise of Dr. Bekheit and our multidisciplinary team, HÉPATICA offers the full benefits of advanced keyhole surgery Egypt, ensuring a safer and more comfortable experience for our patients. Our regular audits consistently demonstrate one of the safest practices in the field.
Location & Facilities in Alexandria, Egypt
HÉPATICA is located in Alexandria, Egypt, a hub for specialized medical care. Our state-of-the-art facilities are designed to support complex procedures and ensure a seamless patient experience. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service for all laparoscopic procedures Alexandria, with a focus on patient well-being and safety.
Our Expertise and Team
Our Treatment Philosophy at HÉPATICA
At HÉPATICA, we are committed to providing minimally invasive treatment Egypt with a focus on precision, safety, and a swift recovery. Our philosophy is rooted in leveraging advanced surgical techniques to minimize discomfort and expedite healing. We are dedicated to delivering care you can trust, ensuring a comfortable and supportive environment throughout your surgical journey.
Key Surgical Procedures at HÉPATICA
Our team at HÉPATICA specializes in a wide range of complex laparoscopic procedures, providing effective solutions for various conditions. Our services are designed to address complex surgical needs with the benefits of minimally invasive techniques, making us a leader in advanced keyhole surgery Egypt.
Surgical Services:
Meet Our Expert Medical Team at HÉPATICA, Alexandria
Our team at HÉPATICA is composed of the finest professionals in their respective fields, ensuring comprehensive and expert care for every patient. Led by Dr. Mohamed Bekheit, our team is dedicated to providing the highest quality of service in minimally invasive surgery Egypt.
Dr. Mohamed Bekheit
Our entire staff, from surgeons to paramedical staff, is committed to ensuring your comfort and security during your visit to HÉPATICA.
Why Choose HÉPATICA for Minimally Invasive Surgery?
Choosing HÉPATICA means opting for a premier surgical center that prioritizes safety, expertise, and personalized care. We deliver exceptional service and are at the forefront of minimally invasive treatment Egypt, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Frequently Asked Questions About HÉPATICA
We understand you may have questions about our services and our unique approach to surgery. Here are some of the most common inquiries we receive:
What is minimally invasive surgery Egypt?
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Want to Learn More or Request Information?
To learn more about the treatments available or to schedule a consultation at HÉPATICA in Alexandria, contact us today. Take the first step toward a safer and more comfortable surgical experience with our expert team.
HEPATICA - The Home of Minimally Invasive Surgery, Alexandria, Egypt Profile Details
Mr Mohamed Bekheit
MBChB, PhD, FRCS (HPB) Eng., FEBS (HPB)
Consultant Hepatopancreatobiliary & Transplant Surgeon | Academic Leader | Clinical Director
Personal Profile
Mr Bekheit is an NHS-UK practising Consultant. A highly accomplished and visionary Consultant HPB and Liver Transplant Surgeon with a proven international record of delivering exceptional clinical outcomes, driving service innovation, and leading complex surgical teams. Expertise in minimally invasive and robotic HPB surgery, complemented by a strong academic background with a PhD in Surgical Sciences and over 70 peer-reviewed publications. A strategic leader with significant experience in clinical directorship, service development, and securing substantial research funding. Seeking to leverage extensive clinical, executive, and academic expertise in a leadership role that demands excellence in patient care, operational management, and research innovation.
Core Competencies
- Clinical Excellence: Minimally Invasive & Robotic Liver, Pancreas, & Biliary Surgery | Live Donor Liver Transplantation | Complex Re-do Surgery | Surgical Ultrasonography
- Leadership & Management: Clinical Directorship | Service Line Development | Operational Strategy | Theatre Efficiency & Flow | Multidisciplinary Team Leadership | Budget Management
- Academic & Research: PhD in Surgical Sciences | Translational & Clinical Research | Grant Application & Award (NIHR, Tenovus) | International Research Collaboration | PhD & MSc Supervision
- Teaching & Training: Examiner, Royal College of Surgeons (Eng) | Honorary Professor | Course Directorship | International Faculty | Educational Curriculum Development
Professional Experience
Director & Consultant HPB Surgeon | Hépatica – Centre for Integrated HPB Care | Jul 2023 – Present
- Founded and currently directing a pioneering centre designed to provide integrated, patient-focused care for complex HPB disorders.
- Lead strategic planning, clinical service design, and operational delivery for a specialised tertiary service.
Consultant HPB & Digestive Surgeon | East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust | Nov 2022 – Dec 2024
- Played a key role in establishing and growing the HPB surgical service within a large NHS trust.
- Perform a high volume of laparoscopic and robotic major hepatic and pancreatic resections, achieving outcomes benchmarked against national standards.
Consultant HPB & Digestive Surgeon | NHS Grampian | Nov 2019 – Present
- Provide expert tertiary-level care in complex HPB surgery.
Head of Surgery | Dr Gray's Hospital, NHS Grampian | May 2021 – Oct 2022
- Held executive responsibility for the strategic direction and operational performance of the Surgical Directorate.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of consultants, trainees, and allied health professionals, improving clinical governance and patient safety metrics.
- Managed departmental budgets and resources, implementing efficiencies that improved theatre utilisation.
Academic & Honorary Appointments
- Honorary Assistant Professor of Applied Medicine | University of Aberdeen | May 2016 – Present
- Regent | University of Aberdeen | 2023 – Present
- Examiner, Court of Examiners | Royal College of Surgeons of England | 2022 – Present
- Visiting Professor | Medical College, Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AAST) | 2023 – 2024
- Director of Education | Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery (Multi-platform delivery) | 2023 – Present
Selected Career Highlights & Leadership Achievements
- Clinical Leadership: Successfully led the surgical department at Dr Gray's Hospital through a period of significant change, stabilising services and setting a new strategic direction for elective care.
- Service Development: Co-led the strategic development and establishment of a regional surgical network for elective general surgery across NHS Grampian, improving access and standardising care.
- Operational Efficiency: Co-founded 'TheFlow' programme, a continuous quality improvement initiative aimed at optimising theatre efficiency and surgical productivity, adopted across multiple sites.
- Research Leadership: Secured as Co-Chief Investigator a prestigious £99,882 NIHR grant (ICANEQUAL) to reduce inequalities in Hepatocellular Carcinoma care. Principal Investigator for the international LORDS-M and LORDS-PANC collaborative studies.
- Surgical Innovation: developed patents applications for medical devices (e.g., laparotomy wound closure device) and maintain an active portfolio of innovations aimed at improving surgical techniques and patient safety.
- National Recognition: Team Leader for two nationally winning presentations in 2023: the Moynihan Prize (ASGBI) for the management of acute cholecystitis in Scotland and the ASiT Best Oral Presentation.
Education & Qualifications
|
Year |
Qualification |
Institution |
|
2023 |
FEBS (HPB) |
European Union of Medical Specialists |
|
2018 |
PhD in Surgical Sciences – HPB (Distinction) |
Université Paris-Saclay, France |
|
2018 |
FRCS (HPB) |
Joint Committee on Surgical Training (Eng) |
|
2012 |
Master of Surgery (MCh) |
University of Alexandria, Egypt |
|
2011 |
MRCPS |
Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow |
|
2010 |
MRCS |
Royal College of Surgeons of England |
|
2009 |
MSc Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery (Distinction) |
Scuola Superiore Di Catania, Italy |
|
2005 |
MBChB (Honours) |
University of Alexandria, Egypt |
Additional Diplomas: Biomedical Statistics; Surgical Ultrasound (HPB)
Selected Research Funding & Grants
- £99,882 | NIHR (ICANEQUAL) | Co-Chief Investigator | 2022
- £50,892 | LORDS-M Study | Chief Investigator | 2021
- £12,000 | Tenovus Scotland | Co-Chief Investigator | 2017
- €50,000 | Industrial Grant (Nanobiotix™) | Co-Principal Investigator | 2015-2016
Selected Publications (*From over 70 peer-reviewed articles*)
- Bekheit M, et al. Comprehensive assessment of the management of acute cholecystitis in Scotland: population-wide cohort study. BJS Open. 2023. (Moynihan Prize-winning work).
- Scott M, Ghazanfar M, Windsor J, Ramsay G, Bekheit M. The management of splanchnic vein thrombosis in acute pancreatitis: a global DELPHI consensus study. HPB. 2025.
- Ghazanfar MA, Bekheit M, et al. Management of Splanchnic Vein Thrombosis in Patients With Acute Pancreatitis: An International Survey. Pancreas. 2022.
- Bekheit M, Bucur P, et al. Modulating Portal Hemodynamics With Vascular Ring Allows Efficient Regeneration After Partial Hepatectomy. Annals of Surgery. 2018.
- Bekheit M, Smith R, et al. Meta?analysis of laparoscopic transcystic versus transcholedochal common bile duct exploration. BJS Open. 2019.
Full publication list available on request.
Selected Presentations & Invited Lectures
- Invited Speaker, "Laparoscopic Liver Resection: A Step-Up Approach", SurgiAlex Conference, University of Alexandria. June 2024.
- Oral Presentation, "Global DELPHI Consensus on Anticoagulation for Splenic Vein Thrombosis", AUGIS Annual Meeting. 2024.
- Invited Speaker, "Robotic vs. Laparoscopic Resection of the Posterior Liver Section", HPB Surgery Conference, Lyon, France. November 2019.
Professional Memberships
- Fellow of the European Board of Surgery (HPB)
- International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA)
- Association of Upper Gastrointestinal Surgeons of Great Britain and Ireland (AUGIS)
- International Liver Cancer Association (ILCA)
Location
About Medical Center
- Speciality: Cancer Treatment, Laparoscopic Surgery, Obesity/Bariatric Surgery
- Location: 14 Medical College Street, El Raml Station, Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, Egypt, Alexandria 21532, Egypt
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