Mr Tarek El Gamal
Foot and Ankle Specialist in Birmingham
MBChB(Alex) MChOrth(Alex) MRCS(Eng) FRCS(Tr&Orth)
GMC: 7046037
Mr Tarek El Gamal areas of expertise:
Professional statement
Mr Tarek El Gamal is a leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon who subspecialises in foot and ankle conditions. He is highly trained and experienced in all aspects of his field. Minimally invasive surgeries (MIS), including arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery, are just some of his specialist interests and he performs these regularly to treat conditions such as bunions, hammertoes, flat feet, high arches, foot and ankle trauma and many more.
His years of expertise make him incredibly knowledgeable in other foot and ankle conditions that are related to arthritis, the Achilles tendon, sports injuries (such as ankle sprain) and also traumatic injuries.
Mr El Gamal's orthopaedic training began at Alexandria University Hospitals in Egypt and by 2006 he had been awarded a master's degree in trauma and orthopaedics. Later, in 2012, he became a Fellow of the Royal Colleges of Surgeons in the UK. Due to his dedication and skills, he was awarded a place on one of the most prestigious and sought after advanced training fellowships for foot and ankle orthopaedics at Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
His research is published in renowned peer-reviewed journals. His passion for his field leads him to research topics that aim to improve the quality of care and outcomes for patients.
He is currently practising at the University Hospitals of Birmingham. He was voted Trainer of the year in 2019 across Coventry & Warwickshire deanery by the trainees.
Mr El Gamal was the clinical governance lead for trauma & orthopaedics from 2016 till 2021.
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M B. Verified Patient
11/04/2024
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I have suffered with Achilles pain for years. During my first visit ,Dr Elgamal listened to all my concerns with empathy.He has clearly explained my condition to me & my treatment options.My mobility & quality of life has improved after I decided to go for keyhole surgery, Thanks to Dr elGamal & his amazing staff at Spire
J. Verified Patient
20/03/2024
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Saw Mr El Gamal a few days after I booked my appointment. I was in and out of my appointment before my actual appointment time. Full explanation given of my problem and what needs to happen next. Very friendly and put me at ease. Would highly recommend.
C A. Verified Patient
23/02/2024
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Mr Gamal was very approachable and attentive, he immediately put me at ease allowing me to discuss my problem in detail. He was knowledegable about the cause of the problem and how it affected other surrounding areas.
T E. Verified Patient
02/01/2024
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From my 1st visit Mr ElGamal explained the problem and the specific details for surgery were given, I was certain he was the right surgeon. Very pleased with my decision and th outcome .