Consultant in Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation – Head of Centers of Excellence for Kidney Diseases at Cleopatra Hospitals Group

 

Dr. Mahmoud Elalfy is one of the leading nephrologists and kidney transplant specialists in Egypt and the Middle East, with over 20 years of experience in diagnosing and managing both chronic and acute kidney diseases.
He holds a prestigious Fellowship in Nephrology and Kidney Transplantation from the University of Grenoble, France, one of Europe’s most renowned institutions in internal medicine and organ transplant research.
He also received advanced training in post-transplant care, utilizing global protocols to ensure optimal outcomes for kidney transplant patients.

Professional Journey and Achievements

Dr. Elalfy has successfully performed hundreds of complex kidney transplant surgeries, serving both local and international patients as part of Egypt’s growing medical tourism sector.

He currently serves as:

• Head of Centers of Excellence for Kidney Diseases at Cleopatra Hospitals Group – the largest private healthcare network in Egypt.

• Member of the Egyptian-European Society of Nephrology and Transplantation.

• Member of the Egyptian Society for Organ Transplantation.

 Areas of Expertise

• Complex Kidney Transplantation:
  Including repeat transplant cases and rare immunological profiles, with custom immunosuppressive protocols that minimize the risk of rejection.

• Chronic Kidney Disease Management:
  Expertise in treating patients at all stages of kidney failure, with a multidisciplinary approach addressing hypertension, diabetes, and chronic anemia.

• Vascular Access Procedures:
  Creation and revision of AV fistulas, placement of temporary and permanent dialysis catheters, and management of dialysis-related vascular complications.

• Pediatric Kidney Transplantation:
  Thorough medical and immunological evaluation for children, ensuring safe and successful kidney transplant procedures even at a young age.

• Critical Care Nephrology:
  Managing acute kidney injury (AKI) in ICU settings using advanced CRRT systems and continuous renal function monitoring.

• Advanced Diagnostics and Immune Monitoring:
  Performing precise kidney biopsies, long-term immunosuppressant dose adjustments, and cutting-edge HLA matching evaluations.

 Medical Tourism Leadership

As a key medical partner with Macrocare, Dr. Elalfy plays a vital role in positioning Egypt as a premier destination for kidney transplantation in the Middle East and beyond.

He has cared for and successfully treated patients from:

• Lebanon:
  One such patient, Antoine El Shaar, a software engineer from Beirut, shared his experience:

  “I wasn’t just looking for a skilled surgeon—I needed someone who understood my fear and uncertainty. Dr. Elalfy didn’t just operate; he gave me hope. Today, I’m living with a new kidney and a new chance at life.”

• Lebanon – Henri Zgheibni:

  “I never imagined a kidney transplant in Egypt could be this professional and compassionate. Dr. Elalfy was not just a doctor—he was a leader who ensured my comfort and safety every step of the way. I’m grateful to Egypt, Macrocare, and this life-changing experience.”

• As well as patients from Libya, Sudan, GCC countries, and Europe, working closely with embassies and international medical facilitators to streamline procedures.

 

Dr. Elalfy believes that medicine is more than treatment—it is trust and protection.
To him, every kidney transplant patient carries a dream of life, and his mission is to make that dream a safe and successful reality.

 Why Patients Trust Dr. Mahmoud Elalfy

• High success rates in even the most complex kidney transplant cases.

• Close supervision of each patient’s journey, before and after surgery.

• Human-centered approach that treats every patient with empathy and care.

• Partnerships with Egypt’s top hospitals and strict adherence to European medical standards.