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Dr Sala Abdalla

Dr Sala Abdalla

General Surgeon

London, SW1W 8RH

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15 years of experience

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15 years of experience

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Patient Trust Score

4.99

52 patient reviews6 professional endorsements
5.00
Overall Experience
4.98
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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84 recommendations for:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)(13)
General Surgery(10)
Gallstone Surgery(7)
Other(54)

Recent patient review

07 May 2024

DR Sala is one of the best Dr's I have ever come across. She is very...

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About

Dr Sala Abdalla is a Consultant General, Emergency and Upper Gastrointestinal (GI) Surgeon based in London. Her NHS practice is at the London North West University Healthcare Trust. Dr Abdalla treats a wide range of surgical diseases, with a focus on the biliary and upper gastrointestinal systems. She specialises in laparoscopic/minimally invasive 'keyhole' surgery; emergency general surgery; all types of hernia surgery including complex abdominal hernias requiring abdominal wall reconstruction; gallbladder surgery including the provision of intra-operative cholangiography; surgery for reflux disease; and diagnostic gastroscopies.

With a strong passion for medical education Dr Abdalla has re-developed the Intermediate Skills in Laparoscopic Surgery course for the Royal College of Surgeons of England. She also teaches on the Basic Surgical Skills, Core Skills in Laparoscopy, and Intermediate Skills in Laparoscopy courses at the College.

Dr Abdalla is keen on expanding global access to safe, effective, and timely surgical care and is the founder and director of Operation International UK. This surgical charity delivers free surgical care to thousands of patients in underserved communities around the world. She has received a national award in 2019 for this work. She also holds a certificate in Improving Global health from Harvard University.

Dr Abdalla has more than 30 publications to date including a book 'A History of Surgery' which she co-authored with Harold Ellis CBE FRCS, showcasing her dedication to preserving the rich history of surgical practices across the globe. Her expertise in the field is further demonstrated by her second published textbook, 'Cracking the general surgical interviews for ST3', which serves as a valuable resource for aspiring surgeons.

For more information, visit the website Westlondonsurgeon.co.uk

For information on BUPA Finder, please visit https://finder.bupa.co.uk/go/ms_sala_abdalla


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (15%)
  • General Surgery (12%)
  • Gallstone Surgery (8%)
  • Appendicectomy (7%)
  • Hernia (7%)
  • Others (50%)

Subspecialties
  • Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery
  • Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Hernia
  • Appendicitis
  • Abdominal Wall Defects
  • Gallstones
  • Hiatus Hernia
  • Lipoma
  • Adhesions
  • Femoral Hernia
  • GORD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
  • Gallbladder Disease
  • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Gallstone Surgery
  • Appendicectomy
  • General Surgery
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair
  • Hernia Repair (Keyhole)
  • Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
  • Bowel Surgery (Colectomy)
  • Hiatus Hernia Surgery
  • Incisional Hernia Repair

Registered with

Royal College of Surgeons

No. 1047188

General Medical Council

No. 7020446


Qualifications

BSc Physiological Sciences - Imperial College London, UK, 2006

MBBS - Imperial College London, UK, 2008

MRCS - Royal College of Surgeons of England, UK, 2011

FRCS (Gen Surg) - Royal College of Surgeons of England, UK, 2019

CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) in General Surgery - General Medical Council, UK, 2020


languages spoken
  • English
  • Arabic
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £175

insurers
  • General Medical
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Healix
  • WPA
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Benenden

Location

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The Lister Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK

4.75
(1851)
Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
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4.91
(1617)
184 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT2 7EG
184 Coombe Lane West, Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom, KT2 7EG
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13:00 - 15:00
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4.86
(469)
Bond House, 347-353 Chiswick High Road, London, United Kingdom, W4 4HS
Bond House, 347-353 Chiswick High Road, London, United Kingdom, W4 4HS
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09:00 - 12:00
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Uxbridge Road, Southall, Middlesex, United Kingdom, UB1 3HW
Uxbridge Road, Southall, Middlesex, United Kingdom, UB1 3HW
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09:00 - 13:00
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Reviews

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Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) (13)
Gallstone Surgery (7)
Appendicectomy (6)
Hernia (6)
Appendicitis (5)

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52 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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DR Sala is one of the best Dr's I have ever come across. She is very polite, kind and caring. She has always been updating me and my mum about everything happening. She dealt with my mums case with such high effort. She knows her job very well and mostly above this she knows how to treat people with upmost respect and dignity. I am so thankful that it was her who has my mums case.

07 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Jaundice
ERCP Procedure
Gallstones

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I did not feel rushed with Dr Abdalla, it was a thorough consultation and she answered all my questions. The Dr was very attentive and I felt very comfortable discussing aspects of my condition and how we go forward with my treatment.

06 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Gallstone Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

DR Sala was very informative, very sweet. She had come to see me after the operation which made feel safe.

05 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Appendicectomy
Appendicitis

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Sala Abdalla has been very friendly, professional and helpful. I felt comfortable with her during my assessment. Thank you to a wonderful lady. highly recommended to others. I had great experience with her once again thanks alot ❤️❤️

05 May 2024verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

She was so lovely, it was a pleasure to be her patient!

04 May 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

What amazing dr from the moment we spoke to her she made my mum feel very comfortable and at ease thank you so much for

29 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Abdalla was amazing ans she is very professional.

29 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
General Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very good doctor knowledgeable and friendly and caring.

29 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hiatus Hernia
Hiatus Hernia Surgery
Hernia

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My consultation with Dr Sala Abdalla was for a suspected Hernia. She was very thorough with her examination and did not think it was a Hernia. Therefore a MRI Scan was advised. On receiving the results Dr Sala was right. I felt very comfortable with my consultation.

28 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hernia

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional and explained the whole procedure very clearly Felt a total ease

26 Apr 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Inguinal Hernia Repair
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General Surgery (5)
Hiatus Hernia Surgery (2)
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery (1)
Abdominal Wall Defects (1)

6 endorsements

I have had the privilege of working with Ms Sala Abdalla during my training. She is an excellent colleague: knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. I highly recommend her.

02 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Upper GI (Gastrointestinal) Surgery
Laparoscopic (Key-Hole) Surgery

Mr Francesco Di Maggio

General Surgery
We trained together

Excellent surgeon , very knowledgeable and an expert in her field

13 Sep 2023
Endorsed for
General Surgery
Abdominal Wall Defects
General Surgery

Mr Husam Ebied

General Surgery
Is a colleague

I highly recommend Sala who is a colleague of mine. She is skilled, caring and diligent and I have no hesitation in recommending her.

13 Sep 2023
Endorsed for
General Surgery
Umbilical (Belly-Button) Hernia
General Surgery

Miss Zaynab Jawad

General Surgery
Is a colleague

I have had the pleasure of working with Sala Abdalla at various points in my career. She is diligent and hard working, and strives to always put her patients first. She remains consistently up to date with the latest evidence and has a commitment to life long learning across all facets of her practice. As a result she is very knowledgeable and the advice she provides has a strong evidence base. Operatively she is excellent and applies the same approach to her work both inside and outside the operating theatre. I would have no hesitation in allowing her to take care of me or any member of my family.

24 Jul 2023
Endorsed for
General Surgery
General Surgery

Miss Najma Hannah Maple

General Surgery
We trained together
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BBC Radio London interview from 09:10 with Salma El-Wardany - 22/08/2023 - BBC Sounds

Invited interview to inspire young people to pursue a career in medicine and surgery

22 August 2023

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Dr Sala Abdalla - Volunteer of the Year 2023

The presentation dinner, sponsored and supported by Sinclair Method UK, Cadent Foundation, Charity Radio, and UK Charity Week, was a poignant tribute to the

20 October 2023

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Ealing surgeon's seasonal mission of goodwill to Africa

EALIING surgeon Sala Abdalla brought the season of goodwill to Africa by organising more than 100 free surgical procedures with the charity…

19 December 2023

ealingtimes

Ealing Hospital surgeon Sala Abdalla helps those in Ghana who can't afford medical life changing and saving procedures - EALING.NEWS - The Voice of Ealing 7 towns - Acton, Ealing, Greenford, Hanwell, Northolt, Perivale, Southall.

Ealing Hospital surgeon Sala Abdalla is back from her fourth overseas trip to West Africa which has helped people who can't afford to have life changing and saving surgical procedures.

19 December 2023

ealing

Let your dreams be bigger than your fears: how I overcame adversity to become a surgeon

Blog on NHS England website

05 September 2023

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FAQ

What are Dr Sala Abdalla's reviews like?

Dr Sala Abdalla's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 52 reviews

What languages does Dr Sala Abdalla speak?

Dr Sala Abdalla speaks English and Arabic

Where is Dr Sala Abdalla located?

Dr Sala Abdalla primarily practices at The Lister Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at Chelsea Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SW1W 8RH
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What are Dr Sala Abdalla working hours?

Dr Sala Abdalla is working Monday (09:00 - 13:00), Thursday (13:00 - 15:00, 09:00 - 12:00)

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