Prof. Ayoub Orthognathic surgery fellowship

Host: The British University in Egypt (BUE)
Main Objective of the FellowshipOne of the main outcomes of the Orthognathic Fellowship is to enhance the quality of the diagnosis and management of dentofacial deformities for Egyptian and Middle East communities.
Host: The British University in Egypt (BUE)
Mission StatementOne of the main outcomes of the Orthognathic Fellowship is to enhance the quality of the diagnosis and management of dentofacial deformities in the Egyptian community.
What is unique about the fellowship?
- It is the first multidisciplinary orthognathic fellowship of its kind to be delivered in Egypt and the Middle East. The programme will be provided by a team of local and international experts which includes surgeons, orthodontists, clinical psychologists and maxillofacial lab technologists.
- The orthognathic fellowship program offers an unprecedented opportunity for those seeking to augment their knowledge and elevate their skills in the diagnosis and management of dentofacial deformities.
- The fellowship programme is carefully designed to offer the participants hands-on clinical experience which includes direct patient care, 3D digital planning, model surgery, and operating sessions.
- The theoretical components of the fellowship will be evidence based and cover the recent advances in orthognathic treatments.
- The programme is structured to strengthen the foundation of orthognathic knowledge and clinical skills for further advanced training and career development.
Selection Process
- The Orthognathic Fellowship is ideal for orthodontic practitioners who want to upskill in the treatment of individuals with dentofacial deformities.
- The fellowship is suitable for oral & maxillofacial surgeons who are interested in developing their career in orthognathic surgery.
- Newly established teams of orthodontist and OMF surgeons who wish to augment their knowledge and clinical experience.
The fellowship is for the surgeons and orthodontists who have more than five years clinical experience. The number of the participants is limited due to the comprehensive clinical component of the programme. The submitted applications will be reviewed by the fellowship executive board; online interview may be required for admission to the programme.
- Ayoub & Khambay (2012)
A paradigm shift in the diagnosis and management of dentofacial deformities. DOI: 10.1016/j.sdentj.2012.06.001 - AlOtaibi et al. (2023)
The surgery-first approach to orthognathic treatment: A paradigm shift in patient management. DOI: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2023.08.052 - Saghafi et al. (2020)
Impact of orthognathic surgery on quality of life: Orthodontics-first versus surgery-first. DOI: 10.1016/j.bjoms.2020.01.005
Apply Online
Please submit your application
For inquiries contact us at: 01551818611 and the email eman.abdelhady@bue.edu.eg
- All the materials and documents of the fellowship programme
- Scrubs at the operating theatre
- Course handbook
- Psychological assessment resource pack
- Manual of the model surgery planning
- Key articles
- Attendance certificate
- A verifiable CPD certificate
- You will be provided with will be provided with : temporary operating license
- Local accommodation will be provided
- Lunches and coffee breaks
Fellowship Team

Prof. Ashraf Ayoub
Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery,
Chief Editor, Frontiers in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery; Director of Research & Academia, International College of Maxillofacial Surgery (ICMFS)
A leading authority in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Over the past 25 years he has advanced UK oral and maxillofacial surgery through excellence in postgraduate education, scientific research, and patient care. Specializing in the diagnosis and management of dentofacial deformities, he led a multidisciplinary team comprising orthodontists, clinical psychologist, and maxillofacial technologists to deliver pioneering orthognathic treatment.

Prof. Yasser Nabil
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Consultant,
Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Consultant and Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Prof. Amr Amin Ghanem
Surgeon Regional LEAD Africa,
Ain Shams University
Dr. Amr Amin Ghanem is an OMFS surgeon and Professor of OMFS - Ain Shams University.

DR. Rebecca Gammage
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology,
Principal Clinical Psychologist at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, United Kingdom
Expert in the psychological assessment of the patients before and after orthognathic surgery
Member of the multidisciplinary team for the diagnosis and management of Dentofacial deformities

Philip Benington
Consultant Orthodontist,
Crosshouse University Hospital, Ayrshire
Philip Benington is a Consultant Orthodontist with over 25 years' experience, and former Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Glas.

Dr. Momen Lashin
OMFS Consultant,
OMFS Lecturer - The British University in Egypt
OMFS consultant and OMFS lecturer at The British University in Egypt.

Dr. Hesham Morsi
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon,
A. Lecturer / Lecturer of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - The British University in Egypt
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon with 10 years of practical and teaching experience.

Dr. Ahmed Moustafa
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon,
A. Lecturer - The British University in Egypt
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Assistant Lecturer at The British University in Egypt and Certified B4D Instructor.

Pauline Paul
Consultant Maxillofacial Prosthetist and Clinical Reconstructive Scientist,
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde - Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, Glasgow
Pauline Paul is a Consultant Maxillofacial Prosthetist and Clinical Reconstructive Scientist with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, where she leads the West of Scotland Regional Maxillofacial & Plastic Surgery Technical Service.

Prof. Noha Ibrahim Abdelrahman
Professor of Orthodontics & Craniofacial Orthopedics,
Consultant Orthodontist | Cleft & Craniofacial Orthodontics
Professor of Orthodontics, Ain Shams University & The British University in Egypt. Craniofacial & Cleft Orthodontics. Specialist expertise in multidisciplinary cleft and craniofacial care and orthognathic surgery. Research and publications in cleft orthodontics, craniofacial orthopedics and contemporary orthodontic treatment.

Elaine Baird
Deputy/Principal Maxillofacial Prosthetist,
West of Scotland Regional Maxillofacial Laboratory, Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Elaine Baird is Deputy/Principal Maxillofacial Prosthetist who leads the regional 3D planning and printing service, with extensive experience in virtual surgical planning for orthognathic surgery and maxillofacial reconstruction.

Prof. Islam Tarek Hassan
Professor & Head, Orthodontic Department,
British University in Egypt (previously Ain Shams University)
Professor of Orthodontics and academic leader with extensive experience in undergraduate and postgraduate education, curriculum and course leadership, digital orthodontics, research, academic quality, ethics, and international peer review.
Fellowship Programme Fees
Two modules of the fellowship programme will be delivered according to the table below.
| Module | Scope | Duration | Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Module |
|
Three weeks “Three days/week” |
EGP 100.000 £6,000 GBP |
| Surgical Module |
|
Three weeks “Three days/week” |
EGP 150.000 £6,000 GBP |
| Comprehensive orthognathic fellowship | Orthodontic and surgical diagnosis and management of dentofacial deformities and operating on selected cases. | Six weeks “Three days/week” |
EGP 250.000 £6,000 GBP |