Mr Ammar Alhasso MBChB, MSc-Surgical Sciences, FRCSEd, FRCSEd(UROL)
Career to date:
Mr Alhasso qualified in 1989
His posts include:
Consultant Urological Surgeon - Lothian University Hospitals NHS Trust, Western General Hospital, Edinburgh
Consultant Urological Surgeon - Borders General Hospital, Melrose, Scottish Borders
He is a member of:
International Continence Society
Scottish Urological Society
Section of Female and Reconstructive Urology (BAUS)
British Medical Association
British Association of Urological Surgeons
European Association of Urology
Professional Information
Mr Alhasso graduated from Mosul University, Iraq, in 1989
He gained broad experience in surgical specialities overseas and then basic surgical training at Kings College, London
He was a research fellow for one year, studying bladder cancer, at Imperial College School of Medicine, University of London and achieved a Masters degree in Surgical Sciences (MSc) in 2000
He completed his urology training in East Scotland with subspecialisation in female and reconstructive urology
He is a reviewer in the Cochrane Collaboration/Incontinence group and has published systematic reviews and meta-analyses on urinary incontinence
Other information
I enjoy landscape and macro photography, and I am a member of the Bureau of Freelance Photographers.
In my spare time I also enjoy sailing and diving, and hold a PADI certificate. I am also a member of Cameron House Marina at Loch Lomond and the Royal Yachting Association.
Research interests
Urinary Incontinence
Overactive Bladder Syndrome
Urethral Stricture