Dr. Tamer Rushdy Elalfy
Patient education
Consultant General & Laparoscopic Surgeon
Operation guides, preparation and safe recovery.
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Appendectomy
Removal of the appendix for acute or complicated appendicitis — laparoscopic or open, with preparation, recovery, and red flags after discharge.
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Keyhole removal of the gallbladder for stones or chronic disease — what to expect before, during, and after, including diet and recovery milestones.
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Tension-free mesh repair of groin hernias through keyhole surgery — risks of delay, anesthesia, recovery, and return-to-activity guidance.
Laparoscopic Paraumbilical / Ventral Hernia Repair
Minimally invasive mesh repair of belly-button and midline hernias — preparation, hospital stay, wound care, and long-term precautions.
Hemorrhoidectomy
Surgical treatment of advanced hemorrhoids — indications, pain control, bowel care, sitz baths, and when to call the surgeon.
Breast Lump — Evaluation & Surgery
How a breast lump is investigated (triple assessment), benign vs malignant causes, biopsy options, and what to expect from excision.
Fibrocystic Breast Changes (Fibroadenosis)
Bilingual education on benign fibrocystic breast changes — symptoms, reassurance about cancer risk, lifestyle measures, and follow-up.
Incision & Drainage of Abscess (Local Anesthesia)
Office-based drainage of a skin abscess under local anesthesia — purpose, wound packing, dressing changes, and antibiotic guidance.
Wedge Excision of Ingrowing Toenail (Local Anesthesia)
Definitive treatment for a chronic ingrowing toenail — procedure steps, post-op foot care, dressings, and prevention of recurrence.
Dorsal Wrist Ganglion Excision
Surgical removal of a dorsal wrist ganglion cyst — indications, anesthesia, wound care, splinting, and recurrence risk.
Stoma Reversal — Pelvic Floor Preparation
Bilingual guide to prepare for stoma (colostomy/ileostomy) reversal: Kegel-style anal sphincter and pelvic floor exercises, daily schedule, post-op expectations, and curated Arabic/English educational resources.
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair (Lichtenstein)
Open tension-free mesh repair of a groin hernia — indications, anesthesia options, recovery, wound care, and return to activity.
Open Paraumbilical / Ventral Hernia Repair
Open mesh repair of umbilical and midline ventral hernias — preparation, surgery, hospital stay, wound care, and long-term precautions.
Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Repair
Day-case herniotomy for infants and children — why early repair matters, anesthesia safety, post-op care, and red flags for parents.
Plastibell Circumcision
Bloodless circumcision using the Plastibell device — how it works, healing timeline, ring separation, and home care for parents.
Perianal Abscess — Incision & Drainage
Urgent drainage of a painful perianal abscess — why antibiotics alone are not enough, wound care, sitz baths, and fistula risk.
Perianal Fistula — Surgical Treatment
Surgical options for anal fistula (fistulotomy, seton, LIFT) — preserving continence, healing time, and follow-up.
Pilonidal Abscess — Incision & Drainage
Emergency drainage of an infected pilonidal abscess — pain control, dressings, and the plan for definitive surgery later.
Pilonidal Sinus — Definitive Surgery
Excision and flap repair of chronic pilonidal sinus — surgical options, wound care, hair removal, and prevention of recurrence.
Lipoma Excision (Local Anesthesia)
Office-based removal of a benign lipoma under local anesthesia — what to expect, scar care, and when to seek further evaluation.
Thyroidectomy
Partial or total removal of the thyroid gland — indications, voice and calcium considerations, scar care, and long-term hormone replacement.
Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) — Patient Guide
Comprehensive Arabic guide to living with hidradenitis suppurativa: what the disease is, triggers to avoid (smoking, weight, friction, hormones), medical and surgical options, diet, personal-care routine, and a safe home antiseptic recipe. Not contagious, not caused by poor hygiene.
Prepare for surgery
A few simple checks before hospital can make your day safer and less stressful.
- Confirm your date and arrival time
- Ask which medicines to pause
- Follow your fasting instructions
- Bring your ID, medicine list and loose clothes
Recover with confidence
Know what is normal at home, how to care for yourself, and when to ask for help.
- Walk little and often
- Keep your wound clean and dry
- Take pain relief as prescribed
- Keep your follow-up appointment
Know the warning signs
Contact your clinic or visit the nearest emergency department when something does not feel right.
- Fever above 38.5°C
- Sudden or worsening severe pain
- Heavy bleeding or wound opening
- Breathlessness or chest pain
- Persistent vomiting
- Redness, swelling or pus
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