Dr Awf Quaba
Consultant Plastic Surgeon

Over 35 Years of Surgical Excellence
Dr Quaba is a highly respected plastic surgeon in Scotland with over 35 years of experience. After more than 20 years as an NHS consultant, he has spent the past 15 years in private practice.

Specialist in Facial and Breast Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Quaba specialises in facial and breast cosmetic surgery, offering a wide range of surgical and non-surgical treatments.

Renowned for Expertise and Exceptional Results
Known for his attention to detail and excellent results, Dr Quaba is regarded as one of the UK’s leading cosmetic surgeons and a sought-after speaker at BAAPS events.

Medical Training and Early Career
Dr Quaba began his medical training in Mosul, Iraq, and earned the prestigious Hallett Prize from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Advanced Training and NHS Career
Dr Quaba completed advanced surgical training at the renowned St Andrew’s Plastic Surgery Unit in Essex and became a Consultant Plastic Surgeon in Edinburgh in 1987.

Innovator in NHS Services
During his NHS career, Dr Quaba developed expertise in lower limb trauma, skin cancer, congenital hand surgery, and breast surgery, and established Scotland’s first NHS pulsed dye laser service for birthmarks.

Founder of Quaba Cosmetic Surgery and The Waterfront Private Hospital
Dr Quaba founded Quaba Cosmetic Surgery and, alongside his son Omar Quaba, opened The Waterfront Private Hospital in Edinburgh in 2023, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing the highest standards of care.

Highly Rated by Patients
Dr Quaba’s patients consistently rate him as ‘exceptional’ on Trustpilot, highlighting his care, skill, and dedication.

Contributions to Medical Research and Excellence in Practice
With over 60 publications in respected journals and contributions to surgical textbooks, Dr Quaba remains committed to excellence, regularly reviewing his practice to ensure the highest standards of care.