Mr Yousri Afifi

Professional statement

Mr Yousri Afifi is a highly experienced consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist with over 25 years of expertise in advanced laparoscopic and reproductive surgeries. He practises at The Harborne Hospital. 

Holding a PhD from the University of Birmingham, he has undergone extensive specialised training in minimally invasive techniques. As the director of the Birmingham Endometriosis Centre and the lead consultant for the reproductive surgery unit at Birmingham Women’s Hospital, Mr Afifi is a leading authority in his field. He is widely recognised for managing complex cases of endometriosis, infertility, fibroids, recurrent miscarriages, and ovarian disorders, receiving referrals from across the region and nation.

A pioneer in the field, Mr Afifi introduced the technique of ovarian tissue autografting for patients undergoing ovary removal surgeries. This innovative procedure allows the reversal of menopause without the need for artificial hormone replacement, providing a natural and highly successful alternative that has received excellent patient feedback.

His work has also paved the way for advancements in ovarian tissue freezing. In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Afifi plays a significant role in medical education as the chair of advanced training at the West Midlands School. He is one of a select few nationally approved trainers in advanced laparoscopic surgery.

His contributions to surgical innovation include the development of a new technique for safely managing corneal ectopic pregnancies and a refined method for laparoscopic entry that reduces the risk of injury. Mr Afifi’s expertise is widely recognided, with his work being featured in six book chapters and over 20 scientific publications. He has been an invited speaker at more than 50 national and international conferences and serves as the director of eight international courses, where he provides hands-on training in various surgical skills. His contributions have made significant impacts in both the clinical and academic realms of laparoscopic and reproductive surgery.