Dr Sherief is a highly trained UK Consultant Spinal Surgeon with a reputation for delivering technically excellent and compassionate care, both operatively and non-operatively. Having undergone extensive surgical training in the United Kingdom, Dr Sherief has worked in some of the most prestigious spinal units, refining his skills across a comprehensive range of spinal pathologies—from degenerative conditions to complex deformities and trauma. 

His clinical approach is rooted in evidence-based medicine, with a strong emphasis on shared decision-making and patient-centred care. Whether offering conservative management or advanced surgical solutions, Dr Sherief is known for his meticulous attention to detail and empathetic manner. 

In addition to his clinical work, Dr Sherief is an active researcher with a particular interest in minimally invasive spinal surgery, patient-reported outcomes, and innovation in spinal care. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and he has received awards for academic excellence and contributions to spinal surgery education. 

Dr Sherief is delighted to bring his expertise to UPANDRUNNING Medical center as a visiting doctor, supporting the clinic’s mission of delivering world-class musculoskeletal care. 

Procedures Offered by Dr Sherief 

Non-Operative Management 

• Comprehensive spinal assessment and diagnosis 

• Image-guided spinal injections (e.g. facet joint, nerve root, caudal epidural) 

• Spinal rehabilitation planning in collaboration with physiotherapists 

• Second opinion for spinal surgery 

• Management of spinal osteoporosis 

• Pain management strategies including referral for multidisciplinary support 

Cervical Spine Procedures 

• Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) 

• Cervical disc replacement (arthroplasty) 

• Posterior cervical decompression 

• Cervical laminectomy and fusion 

• Management of cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy 

Thoracic Spine Procedures 

• Thoracic decompression (laminectomy) 

• Stabilisation for thoracic fractures 

• Surgery for thoracic disc herniation (thoracotomy) 

• Kyphosis correction 

Lumbar Spine Procedures 

• Lumbar microdiscectomy 

• Lumbar decompression (laminotomy/laminectomy) 

• Lumbar spinal fusion (ALIF, TLIF) 

• Minimally invasive lumbar surgery 

• Management of spondylolisthesis and spinal instability 

Spinal Deformity Surgery 

• Scoliosis correction (adolescent and adult) 

• Kyphosis correction (Scheuermann’s, post-traumatic, degenerative) 

Spinal Trauma and Fracture Stabilisation 

• Operative and non-operative management of spinal fractures 

• Percutaneous screw fixation 

• Vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty for osteoporotic fractures 

Spinal Tumours and Infections 

• Surgical and non-surgical management of spinal tumours 

• Spinal stabilisation for metastatic disease 

• Management of spinal infections (e.g. discitis, osteomyelitis) 

Dr Sherief is particularly reputed as a revision spine surgeon, having successfully managed numerous complex re-operations for failed or recurrent spinal conditions.