Mr Tarek Abdel-Aziz
Professional statement
Mr Tarek Abdel-Aziz is a highly respected Consultant Thyroid and Endocrine surgeon based in London. He is renowned for his expertise in thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal surgery, particularly, thyroid cancer surgery, reoperative thyroid and parathyroid surgery, as well as minimally invasive adrenal surgery. He has performed the highest volume of thyroid procedures in UK, illustrated in data published by the British Assocation of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons.
Mr Abdel-Aziz qualified in medicine and surgery with distinction from Alexandria University, Egypt, in 2001 before obtaining a highly-sought after place on a revered surgical residency program. He additionally gained a master’s degree in surgery before relocating to the UK to complete an esteemed fellowship in endocrine surgery at Oxford University Hospitals where he gained invaluable experience in the full range of endocrine procedures. He became a member of the Royal College of Surgeons in 2009 and was awarded a doctorate degree in surgery at University College London in 2012 which included extensive research into stem cells and organ function. He was appointed as an endocrine surgery consultant in 2014 at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and is currently one of the UK’s highest volume thyroid surgeons. Mr Abdel-Aziz sees private patients at Cleveland Clinic London Hospital and Portland Place Outpatient Centre. He is the current clinical lead for thyroid cancer for North Central London Cancer Alliance.
Additional to his clinical responsibilities, Mr Abdel-Aziz is also a renowned educator and is an honorary associate professor at University College London and is the surgical lead for undergraduate students at University College London. In 2020, he became a fellow of the Higher Education Academy. In recognition of his dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients, Mr Abdel-Aziz received a TopQualityPatientCareAward from his NHS base in 2023.
Mr Abdel-Aziz became a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 2016 and is also a member of various other esteemed bodies, including the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons (BAETS) and the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons (ESES).
Mr Abdel-Aziz maintains an active academic portfolio, with numerous peer-reviewed publications and regular presentations at national and international conferences. He serves as a peer reviewer for high-impact journals, including Thyroid, the European Journal of Endocrinology, and the International Journal of Surgery. In recognition of his standing in the field, he also reviews scientific abstracts and educational content for the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons (BAETS) and the European Society of Endocrine Surgeons (ESES). His collaborative research in thyroid cancer was recognised with a British Journal of Surgery prize in May 2024
Clinics
Cleveland Clinic Portland Place Outpatient Centre
Central London, 24 Portland Place, W1B 1LU,Medical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 25 years of experience
- Consultant endocrine surgeon, Cleveland Clinic London Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Adrenal surgery
- Adrenal tumours
Professional memberships
- Member, British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons (BAETS)
- Member, British Medical Association
Education
- MB ChB, Distinction, Bachelor in medicine, Bachelor in surgery, Alexandria University (2001)
- Master's degree, Surgery, Alexandria University (2006)
Teaching posts
- Honorary associate professor, University College London (2019 - present)
- Lecturer, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University (2012 - present)
Positions in organisations
- Chairman, Thyroid Cancer Multidisciplinary Meeting, University College London (present)
- Surgery lead, Undergraduate medical students, University College London Medical School (present)
Publications and conferences
- You can see some of Mr Abdel-Aziz's academic work on ResearchGate and Google Scholar.
Prizes and awards
- Thyroid cancer research awarded by the British Journal of Surgery, presented at the European Society of Endocrine Surgery in Rome, Italy
- Top Quality Patient Care Award, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (2023)
Languages spoken
- English
- ِArabic
Reviews
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- My patient care from Mr Tarek Abdel-Aziz was excellent. He was friendly and professional and explained the proposed procedure very clearly and carefully at the consultation and again on the day of the operation. He made sure that I understood any risks. I had every confidence in his experience of the procedure. The procedure was very successful and I saw him in recovery, the next day and 2 weeks post-op.
- Mr Abdel-Aziz performed my total thyroidectomy and central neck dissection for thyroid cancer. He was warm, thorough, and never rushed — always making time to answer questions and explain what to expect. My biggest fears were voice damage and parathyroid loss; both outcomes were excellent thanks to his surgical precision. I cannot recommend him highly enough. An outstanding surgeon and a truly compassionate clinician.
- I had thyroid surgery with Mr. Tarek Abdel-Aziz and I couldn’t be more grateful for the care I received. From the first consultation, he was professional and reassuring. The surgery itself went very smoothly, and my recovery has been better than expected. As a healthcare professional myself, I felt very confident under his care. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing thyroid surgery. His expertise, professionalism, and patient-centred approach truly stand out.
- I cannot recommend Dr Tarek Abdel Aziz highly enough. From start to finish, the care I received during my total thyroidectomy was outstanding. He and his team were incredibly dedicated, professional, and reassuring throughout the entire process. I always felt well-informed and completely in safe hands. The outcome has been better than I could have hoped for—my voice nerves were preserved, and my parathyroid glands have returned to normal function. I’m so grateful for his skill and care.
- Mr Abdel-Aziz provided exemplary care. He explained complex issues with calm, clarity & authority. Very patient; happy to answer detailed questions; consistent and methodical in all patient interactions. This provided me as the patient with great confidence. Mr Abdel-Aziz engendered a positive outlook at all times. Easily the best-ever Consultant experience I have had - let alone an absolutely perfect surgical outcome! I cannot praise him highly enough.
- I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the successful surgery and the excellent care I received under your hands. Your expertise and professionalism gave me great confidence throughout the entire process. Thank you for your dedication and for helping me get back to my best health.
- My heartfelt thanks to Mr Abdel-Aziz who recently performed my transoral procedure. The surgery was completely successful in every respect and went to plan exactly as he said it would. I had lots of questions and concerns pre-op all of which were managed with care and thought giving me the reassurance I needed. The new less invasive surgical procedure has meant I have made a quick recovery which I am very grateful for. Mr Abdel-Aziz is an incredible skilled and talented surgeon and consultant.
- I underwent two surgeries with Dr Tarek Abdel Aziz - first a hemithyroidectomy and subsequently a completion thyroidectomy following a cancer diagnosis. I cannot recommend him highly enough. I had very smooth recovery, no voice changes, no drains and minimal pain. Equally important was his level of care and communication throughout the process. He is attentive, caring and listens carefully. I also need to mention his secretary, Ivana, who is incredibly prompt, organised and kind.
- In an inherently stressful process, Dr. Abdel-Aziz stands out for his calm, thorough and genuinely reassuring approach. From the first consultation, you feel you are in very safe hands. He explains everything clearly, answers questions generously and leaves no room for anxiety. He clearly cares about his patients, alongside an unquestionable level of expertise. I consider myself very lucky to have been treated by him.
- I’m deeply grateful to Dr. Tarek Abdel‑Aziz for performing my scarless thyroid procedure with such exceptional skill and care. His expertise made all the difference. I recovered incredibly well, without even a temporary change in my voice, and with no visible scar at all. Dr. Abdel‑Aziz took the time to explain every detail, answer my questions, and put me completely at ease. The outcome has exceeded all expectations both medically and aesthetically.