Eljamel: independent clinical review

Overview

Muftah Salem Eljamel worked as a neurosurgeon at Ninewells Hospital in Dundee between 1995 and 2013. He was suspended by NHS Tayside following concerns raised by patients.

Two investigations have been established: 
1. A full public inquiry led by Lord Weir and 
2. A separate, independent clinical review led by Professor Stephen Wigmore, Regius Chair of Clinical Surgery and Head of the Department of Surgery at the University of Edinburgh.

If you are a former patient, this clinical review will give you the opportunity to have a personalised review of your care.

Work is ongoing to set up the clinical review, so that you get the answers you need. 

The Independent Clinical Review (ICR) held an online public engagement event on the 7 February 2025. Transcript of the chair's opening statement is available below.

The purpose of this event was to discuss the terms of reference for the Independent Clinical Review (ICR) and to explain how the review will function. It also provided an opportunity for former patients to get clarification regarding the ICR process.

You can contact the ICR by emailing: enquiries@eljamelclinicalreview.scot

Members

The clinical review is led by Professor Stephen Wigmore.

Profession Wigmore will be supported by a number of expert neurosurgeons to ensure he is able to draw on expertise in Mr Eljamel's area of practice.

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