Dr Sherif Tawfeek
Gynaecologist, Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon
Over 25 years experience in the field of 
Obstetrics and Gynaecology


Post Graduate Training/Experience:

Sherif is specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology for over 25 years experience who is currently working as a Senior Consultant at Christchurch Women’s Hospital. Sherif is endoscopic (key-hole) lead surgeon at Christchurch Women’s Hospital for various types of gynaecological problems. He is also a Senior Lecturer at the University of Otago.

Sherif completed his post-graduate training and his medical research work in the UK. Sherif is a fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and the UK Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Sherif has received a high level of training in general gynaecology with advanced Endoscopic and Robotic surgical skills in highly recognised training units in the UK, Europe and Australia. This was consolidated by obtaining a Diploma in Gynaecological operative endoscopic surgery, France and Master degree in infertility and reproductive medicine,UK, in addition to being a Fellow of International College of Surgeons. Sherif undertook one of the largest research project in endometrial ablation of over 1000 women in UK.
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Sherif possess strong expertise in endoscopic, robotic surgery and subfertility surgeries. Strong background in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of women’s diseases, especially related to female reproductive system. Possess strong expertise in Pelvic pain / Extensive endometriosis; Infertility; Skilled in IVF units and complex reconstructive related subfertility tubal and ovarian surgeries; Laparoscopic / robotic / Hysteroscopic removal of fibroids; Total or Subtotal Laparoscopic Hysterectomy and Endometrial ablation; Laparoscopic reconstructive surgery for vaginal prolapse and sling procedures. In addition to his training in gynaecological ultrasound scan.
Sherif demonstrated success in delivering considerate healthcare services to women, promote gender equality, and healthy lives, and wellbeing for all ages. Dedicated, and committed individual with solid aptitude to stay calm in emergency situations. Proven to be focused and reliable in high-pressure situations requiring accurate and efficient organisational skills. 

Special clinical interests:
    Sherif is highly skilled in:

            Pelvic pain and Advanced endometriosis

            Heavy menstrual problems 

            Menopausal problems

            infertility and Recurrent Miscarriages

            Removal of fibroids, polyps and all types of ovarian cysts

            Reconstructive pelvic surgeries (urogynaecology)

            Reconstructive infertility related surgeries and reversal of tubal sterilisation   
      
           Total or subtotal Laparoscopic Hysterectomy

            Endometrial Ablation

 
Professional Profile
  • Appointed Senior Consultant at Christchurch Women’s Hospital in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
  • Senior Clinical Lecturer in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Otago. 
  • Endoscopic lead at Christchurch Women’s Hospital dealing with the investigation and performing   advanced open or  laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic surgeries.
  • Trained in advanced Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic surgeries at endoscopic units in the UK / France.
  • Diploma in Gynaecological Operative Endoscopy (France)
  • Masters degree in infertility and reproductive medicine (UK). 
  • RCOG urogynaecology and vaginal surgery with special skills module training.
  • Fellow of the RANZCOG, RCOG and International College of Surgeons.
  • Undertaken research, publishing papers and presenting at both national and international meetings on these subjects. 

Sherif is married and has 5 girls. As a gynaecologist he is surround by women at home and work.
Sherif is a keen on water sports and cycling.

Memberships of professional/ other bodies:

          Fellow of Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

          Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

          Member of American Association of Gynaecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)

          Member of the Australian Gynaecological Endoscopy & Surgery Society
           
           

         Sherif Tawfeek

Publications
1.     Sewell T, Tawfeek S, Afifi R (2020) Risk of ureteric injury during ipsilateral uterosacral ligament vault suspension with intra-operative cystoscopy, Gynecol Pelvic Med, DOI: 10.21037
2.     Sewell T, Courtney H, Tawfeek S, Afifi R (2018) The feasibility and safety of transvaginal bilateral salpingo-oophrectomy, IJOG, 2018
3.     Tompsett E, Afifi R, Tawfeek S (2012) Can Video aids increase the validity of patient consent, J Obstet Gynaecol. Vol 32, No7:680-682.
4.    Tawfeek S, Scott P (2010) National Diagnostic Hysteroscopy Survey Gynecological Surgery, Vol 2. Suppl 1: S56. 
5.    Tawfeek S, Afifi R (2006) Risk of ureteral obstruction with tansvaginal uterosacral suspension Journal of pelvic Medicine & Surgery, Vol 12. No 6:307-312.
6.    Tawfeek S, Sharp N (2006) Reply letter to: Frequency of Tubal Occlusion Following Microwave Endometrial Ablation (MEATM). BJOG, Vol 114. No 5:654.
7.    Tawfeek S, Sharp N (2006) Successful Microwave Endometrial Ablation (MEATM) in Uterus Didelphys. J Obstet Gynaecol. Vol 26, No6:582-583.
8.    Tawfeek S, Sholapurkar S, Sharp N (2006) Frequency of Tubal Occlusion Following Microwave Endometrial Ablation (MEATM). BJOG, Vol 113. No 8:958-960.
9.    Tawfeek S, J Barrington (2005) How are anterior repairs carried out in the United Kingdom?. J Obstet Gynaecol. Vol 26, No7:650-655.
10.    Tawfeek S, Sharp N (2005) Microwave Endometrial Ablation (MEATM), DIALOG, Disc Vol 5, Issue 2, RCOG.
11. Sayed A, Tawfeek S, Afifi R (2005) Post-hysterectomy vaginal prolapse, DIALOG, Disc Vol 5, Issue 1, RCOG.
12.  Tawfeek S, Vemulapalli R, Afifi R (2005) Paravaginal repair using White’s technique (bilateral incision approach)-revisit; Objective and Subjective assessment. Journal of pelvic Medicine & Surgery, Vol 11. No 6: 307-316.
13. Tawfeek S, Hayes T, Sharp N (2004) Three-year experience in outpatient Microwave Endometrial Ablation (MEATM). Gynecological Surgery, Vol 1. No 4: 243-247.