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About Dr. Ragheed Al-Mufti

  • Dr. Ragheed Al Mufti is a highly experienced Consultant Surgeon with specialisations in breast (both benign and malignant), endocrine, oncological, and reconstructive surgery.
  • He has been involved in clinical practice for several decades; he is widely regarded as an expert in breast reconstruction, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and advanced oncological techniques.
  • In addition to his clinical work, he has made outstanding contributions to medical education and research, having published over 100 publications and co-authored several textbooks in medicine.

Conditions treated by Dr. Ragheed Al-Mufti

  • Breast cancer (treatment, screening, and high-risk family history)
  • Benign breast disease (fibroadenomas, cysts, gynaecomastia)
  • Endocrine disorders (thyroid and parathyroid disease, retrosternal goitre)
  • Skin lesions and melanoma
  • Soft tissue tumours
  • Complex reconstructive needs post-trauma or cancer treatment

Area of Interest

  • Oncoplastic and reconstructive breast surgery (implant-based and flap-based techniques)
  • Breast augmentation, reduction, mastopexy, and therapeutic mammoplasty
  • Latissimus dorsi flap reconstruction and ADM-assisted implant reconstruction
  • Endocrine surgery, including thyroidectomies and parathyroid procedures
  • Insertion of portacath lines for cancer therapy
  • Teaching and training future surgeons

Qualification

  • MSc (Surgery): University College London
  • MD (Surgery): Queen’s University Belfast

Work Experiences

  • Senior Consultant, General & Trauma Surgery: St Bartholomew’s and The Royal London Hospitals
  • Senior Consultant: St Mary’s and Imperial College London Hospitals
  • Symptomatic and screening breast surgeon: West of London Breast Screening Centre
  • Senior Lecturer in Surgery: UCL Medical School
  • Associate Professor: UCL Highgate Campus
  • Honorary Senior Lecturer: Imperial College London Medical School
  • Surgical Examiner: University of London Medical Schools (20 years)
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (4)

  • Fellowship: Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • Fellowship: Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST), 1997
  • Fellowships in advanced breast and reconstructive surgery

MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
  • Royal College of Surgeons of England

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (1)

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PROCEDURES

  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Reconstruction Surgery
  • Lumpectomy
  • Mastectomy

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Dr. Ragheed Al-Mufti doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

Dr. Ragheed Al-Mufti is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

How long is the consultation?

The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions.

How soon can the consultation be organised?

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours, or based on the doctor's and patient's availability.

Is a follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

The option to share your medical records is available during the form-filling process on the website.

Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages tailored to your diagnosis, with the assistance of our case managers.

Can you get an estimate for the procedure?

Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, which will include the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Reconstructive Surgeon

What is the role of a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

A Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a surgical specialty that restores, reshapes, or enhances the body structure, which includes both cosmetic procedures to improve appearance, to reconstruct after trauma, burns, or cancer, and microsurgery for complex reconstruction of structures like nerves, tendons, and blood vessels.

What types of patients would typically be seen by a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

Patients would be seen for congenital anomalies (cleft lip and palate, hand deformities),trauma, burn scars, post-cancer reconstruction, cosmetic concerns, wounds/rash or problems with nerves or tendons.

What distinguishes cosmetic surgery from reconstructive surgery?

Cosmetic surgery focuses primarily on improving appearance and aesthetics (i.e. rhinoplasty, liposuction, and breast augmentation). In contrast, reconstructive surgery aims to restore a standard structure, shape, and/or function after injury, burns, or disease (i.e., breast reconstruction after mastectomy, hand surgery to regain function, or scar revisions).

What advanced techniques do plastic surgeons utilize today?

Plastic surgeons utilise many advances today, including microsurgery, minimally invasive cosmetic techniques, endoscopic procedures, flap surgery, fat grafting, and innovative laser technologies to provide precision, minimise scarring, and speed recovery.

Are plastic surgeons exclusively focused on cosmetic surgeries?

No. Cosmetic surgery is one facet of plastic surgery, although it holds an important place. Plastic surgeons undergo extensive training in reconstructive procedures, trauma care, hand and microsurgery, and burn care, as well as in correcting congenital and acquired deformities.

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