Faisal Elagili
Consultant Colorectal & General Surgeon | Assistant Professor
Kuantan,06
Summary
Fellowship-trained colorectal surgeon with over 15 years of diverse experience across clinical practice, academia, and surgical education. Completed advanced training at the Cleveland Clinic (USA), specializing in minimally invasive colorectal surgery, colorectal cancer, and IBD. Strong academic background with over 50 peer-reviewed publications and a leadership role in postgraduate surgical education. Reviewer for multiple indexed surgical journals and editorial board member of the Libyan Journal of Medical and Applied Sciences. Actively seeking consultant roles in high-standard institutions with opportunities to contribute to clinical excellence and department development.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2038
2038
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Honorary Lecturer
Widad University College
Kuantan, Pahang
02.2022 - Current
- Lectures in general and colorectal surgery to medical students
Consultant Colorectal & General Surgeon | Assistant Professor
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
Kuantan, Pahang
07.2017 - Current
- Lead consultant in colorectal unit providing advanced laparoscopic resections and endoscopic procedure
- Supervise medical students, surgical trainees, colorectal fellow and postgraduate thesis work
- Initiate colorectal MDT discussions and quality improvement programs
- Publish in high-impact journals and contribute to surgical research
Visiting Scholar (Trauma Surgery)
University of Washington
Seattle, Washington
01.2011 - 07.2011
Lecturer, USMLE Instructor
Kaplan Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois
01.2008 - 01.2010
Lecturer & General Surgeon
Omar Al-Mukhtar University
01.2006 - 01.2008
Medical Officer and Registrar General Surgery
Central Al Bayda Medical Center
Al Bayda, Libya
03.1997 - 05.2001
Education
Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery -
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OHIO 01.2011 - 01.2015
Master of Clinical Surgery - General Surgery
UKM
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 01.2001 - 01.2005
MBChB / MD -
Arab Medical University
Benghazi, Libya 01.1988 - 01.1995
Advanced Laparoscopic Colon Surgery Masterclass -
Philippine Center For Advanced Surgery
Manila12.2023
Skills
PowerPoint
Education And Fellowships
- Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, USA, 07/01/11 - 06/30/15
- Master of Clinical Surgery (General Surgery), UKM, Malaysia, 01/01/01 - 12/31/05
- MBChB / MD, Arab Medical University, Libya, 01/01/88 - 12/31/95
- Advanced Laparoscopic Colon Surgery Masterclass, Philippines, 2023
Clinical Expertise
Laparoscopic ultra-low anterior resection, Laparoscopic colorectal surgery in obese patients, Laparoscopic surgery for intussusception, Endoscopic percutaneous colostomy (recurrent sigmoid volvulus), Laparoscopic colostomy creation (elective and emergency), Colorectal cancer surgery and oncologic resections, IBD surgery (Crohn’s, ulcerative colitis), Laser hemorrhoidoplasty, THD, complex fistula surgery, Rectal prolapse & pelvic floor disorders, Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (acute and complicated cases), Laparoscopic appendectomy for complex appendicitis, Hernia repair (inguinal, umbilical, incisional), Emergency trauma management and acute general surgery, Advanced colonoscopy & polypectomy
Academic Contributions And Research
- Invited speaker at regional and international colorectal meetings
- Examiner for Master of Surgery (General Surgery) Part I & Part II exams
- Thesis supervisor & co‑supervisor for >10 Master of Surgery theses
- Member, Faculty of Medicine Research Committee (IIUM)
- Editorial board member: Libyan Journal of Medical & Applied Sciences
- Peer reviewer: International Case report, International Medical Journal Malaysia, Borneo Journal of Medical Sciences, other journals
- Benchmark publication: Diverticular disease management (Elagili F et al., Colorectal Disease 2019) – cited in European Society guidelines
- Awards: Cleveland Clinic, Excellence In Teaching, Caregiver Celebration Appreciation and Core value teamwork
Conferences And Teaching Activities
- Invited speaker at national and regional meetings
- Faculty for laparoscopic, endoscopic and advanced anastomosis workshops
- Chairman of East coast surgical Symposium
Personal Information
Nationality: Libyan
Certifications And Registrations
- National Specialist Register (Malaysia), Colorectal & General Surgery
- Malaysian Medical Council, Full Registration with APC
- ECFMG Certification, USA
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), American College of Surgeons
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Accreditation, IIUM, Malaysia
Timeline
Honorary Lecturer
Widad University College
02.2022 - Current
Consultant Colorectal & General Surgeon | Assistant Professor
International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)
07.2017 - Current
Visiting Scholar (Trauma Surgery)
University of Washington
01.2011 - 07.2011
Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery -
Cleveland Clinic
01.2011 - 01.2015
Lecturer, USMLE Instructor
Kaplan Medical Center
01.2008 - 01.2010
Lecturer & General Surgeon
Omar Al-Mukhtar University
01.2006 - 01.2008
Master of Clinical Surgery - General Surgery
UKM
01.2001 - 01.2005
Medical Officer and Registrar General Surgery
Central Al Bayda Medical Center
03.1997 - 05.2001
MBChB / MD -
Arab Medical University
01.1988 - 01.1995
Advanced Laparoscopic Colon Surgery Masterclass -
Philippine Center For Advanced Surgery
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