Mr Wassim Hassan
Mr Wassim Hassan is a Consultant Gynaecologist specialising in fibroids, menstrual disorders and prolapse surgery at Oaks Hospital, Essex
Based At
NHS base
Colchester Hospital
GMC Number
6161032
Clinic Timetable
Tuesday and Thursday
Clinical interests
Mr Wassim Hassan is a Private Consultant Gynaecologist, BMS Menopause specialist with over 24 years of experience in this field practicing in Colchester, Essex and Suffolk region.
Benign Gynaecology:
Mr Hassan has expertise in benign gynaecology and complex pathology including:
• Fibroids
• Vaginal Prolapse (cystocele, rectocele, uterine prolapse)
• Endometriosis & Adenomyosis
• Ovarian cysts; Polyps
• Menstrual disorders: heavy, painful and irregular periods
• Menopause & Perimenopause, HRT & TRT
Mr Hassan has extensive surgical expertise and performs the following procedures:
• Hysterectomy: Laparoscopic (keyhole), open abdominal & vaginal
• Vaginal prolapse surgery
• Hysteroscopic procedures: Myosure, Resection of Fibroids & Polyps
• Laparoscopic surgery for Endometriosis, ovarian cysts
• Endometrial Ablation for heavy periods, Adenomyosis
BMS Recognised Menopause Specialist Clinic:
As Menopause specialist Mr Hassan is keen advocate for improving the care of women in the perimenopause and menopause. He manages complex cases such as irregular bleeding, abnormal thickening of the endometrium, myometrium and failed HRT medication. He also offers expert opinion and management options for fibroids in the menopause.
Professional Memberships
BMS- British Menopause Society
BSUG- British Society of Uro-Gynaecology
BSGE - British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy
ISUOG- International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
BMFMS- British Maternal and Fetal Medicine Society
RCOG- Royal College of Obstetricians Gynaecologists- Associateship; MTI regional Champion
Imperial College UK- Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, Department of Surgery and Cancer
FMF- Fetal Medicine Foundation
GMC- Specialist Register; UK
Academic Background
Mr Hassan has completed basic medical training and specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology training. He obtained advanced training in benign gynaecology and complex pathology such (Endometriosis, Fibroid surgery, adnexal & ovarian cysts etc), Laparoscopic surgery and Fetal Medicine training. Mr Hassan has expert skills in uterine fibroids and has obtained MD in this field. He holds honorary clinical senior lecturer position with Imperial College London, department of Surgery and Cancer. He obtained PhD in maternal and fetal ultrasound imaging. Additionally, Mr Hassan has undertaken advanced training in menopause management and became menopause specialist recognised by the British Menopause Society in 2024.
Medical Research and Publications:
Mr Hassan has keen interest in medical research and has multiple publications and book chapters in international peer reviewed journals and Obstetrics & Gynaecology textbooks. A list of publications can be found here.
Based at
NHS base
Colchester Hospital
GMC Number
6161032
Clinic Timetable
Tuesday and Thursday
Clinical interests
Mr Wassim Hassan is a Private Consultant Gynaecologist, BMS Menopause specialist with over 24 years of experience in this field practicing in Colchester, Essex and Suffolk region.
Benign Gynaecology:
Mr Hassan has expertise in benign gynaecology and complex pathology including:
• Fibroids
• Vaginal Prolapse (cystocele, rectocele, uterine prolapse)
• Endometriosis & Adenomyosis
• Ovarian cysts; Polyps
• Menstrual disorders: heavy, painful and irregular periods
• Menopause & Perimenopause, HRT & TRT
Mr Hassan has extensive surgical expertise and performs the following procedures:
• Hysterectomy: Laparoscopic (keyhole), open abdominal & vaginal
• Vaginal prolapse surgery
• Hysteroscopic procedures: Myosure, Resection of Fibroids & Polyps
• Laparoscopic surgery for Endometriosis, ovarian cysts
• Endometrial Ablation for heavy periods, Adenomyosis
BMS Recognised Menopause Specialist Clinic:
As Menopause specialist Mr Hassan is keen advocate for improving the care of women in the perimenopause and menopause. He manages complex cases such as irregular bleeding, abnormal thickening of the endometrium, myometrium and failed HRT medication. He also offers expert opinion and management options for fibroids in the menopause.
Professional Memberships
BMS- British Menopause Society
BSUG- British Society of Uro-Gynaecology
BSGE - British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy
ISUOG- International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
BMFMS- British Maternal and Fetal Medicine Society
RCOG- Royal College of Obstetricians Gynaecologists- Associateship; MTI regional Champion
Imperial College UK- Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer, Department of Surgery and Cancer
FMF- Fetal Medicine Foundation
GMC- Specialist Register; UK
Academic Background
Mr Hassan has completed basic medical training and specialist Obstetrics & Gynaecology training. He obtained advanced training in benign gynaecology and complex pathology such (Endometriosis, Fibroid surgery, adnexal & ovarian cysts etc), Laparoscopic surgery and Fetal Medicine training. Mr Hassan has expert skills in uterine fibroids and has obtained MD in this field. He holds honorary clinical senior lecturer position with Imperial College London, department of Surgery and Cancer. He obtained PhD in maternal and fetal ultrasound imaging. Additionally, Mr Hassan has undertaken advanced training in menopause management and became menopause specialist recognised by the British Menopause Society in 2024.
Medical Research and Publications:
Mr Hassan has keen interest in medical research and has multiple publications and book chapters in international peer reviewed journals and Obstetrics & Gynaecology textbooks. A list of publications can be found here.