Clinical Support
Laboratory Team
Mohsen Attia MB ChB MMedSci
Laboratory Manager
Mohsen Attia joined us here at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy in 2020 as Lab and Quality Manager.
He has a strong scientific background supported by a Master’s degree in Assisted Reproduction Technology and also in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Mohsen is recognised by the Health and Care Professionals Council as a State Registered Clinical Embryologist / EHSRE certified clinical embryologist and HFEA certified PR. He is both an ICSI and Embryo Biopsy practitioner.
Mohsen began his career in embryology in 2009 at Guy’s Assisted Conception Unit as a trainee Embryologist where he completed his training and obtained HCPC registration as a clinical scientist. He then managed the IVF laboratory at Newlife clinic in Epsom for two years. He was employed by highly recognised IVF clinics including Guys’ ACU, Hammersmith Wolfosn fertility and ARGC. He is also an external lecturer in Nottingham University for Master’s students in ART.
Omnia Elhaj MBBS MD
Senior Clinical Embryologist
Omnia Elhaj is a Senior Clinical Embryologist here at the clinic. She obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from Sudan and a Master’s degree in Biotechnology of Human Assisted Reproduction and Embryology from Spain.
Her career kicked off in 2006 as an Embryologist Deputy Manager in assisted reproduction. From that point onwards, she embarked on a journey to gain experience in the top clinics in Sudan. This foundation enabled her to progress in international locations spanning from Africa to Europe. Omnia began her career in the UK in 2018 at Newlife and ARGC. She joined The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy in 2020.
Omnia is a crucial member of the team here at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy and is always attentive to the needs of patients as well as her colleagues. She is enthusiastic about utilising her skills to positively impact couples on their fertility journey, aiming to provide them with a satisfying and rewarding experience.
Languages: English and Arabic
Kyrillos Salib MBCHB BSc
Deputy Practice Manager and Trainee Embryologist
Kyrillos Salib is a valuable member of the team at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy, with medical and scientific background experience as a graduated doctor and scientist. His qualifications include an MBCHB and BSc from Mansoura University (Egypt). He joined the Academy in 2021 with the aim of gaining experience in fertility, reproductive immunology, assisted conception and embryology, and since then has portrayed great enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and notable skill progress within these areas.
A keen team member, Kyrillos has excelled in his role as Deputy Manager and Trainee Embryologist. His previous experience has allowed him to flourish in the day-to-day management of the Academy, however, these important responsibilities do not impinge on his training. He displays a discerning interest in embryology, which he hopes to explore further under the guidance of the experienced team at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy. Kyrillos is also a member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
Languages: English and Arabic
Nursing Team
Nirmala Budhathoki
Nurse Manager, RCN Registered Nurse
Having qualified as a nurse in Germany, Nirmala moved to the UK in 2006 and worked in two prestigious IVF clinics for 16 years before joining the team at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy.
She is dedicated to her work, patient-focused and provides a comprehensive experience in a clinical setting. She produces high quality independent work, and has excellent regard for detail and accuracy, strong follow-through and confident administrative skills.
Nirmala loves helping patients and is seen as a go-to person by her colleagues when it comes to queries. A highly organised and perceptive team member, she ensures the clinic runs smoothly on a day-to-day basis, which helps to maintain an efficient, positive environment for patients, as well as staff.
When not at work, Nirmala loves to spend time with her children, family and friends.
Languages: English, Nepalese, German, Hindi
Prerna Sharma
Fertility Nurse
Prerna became a qualified nurse in 2020. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in nursing from a local college in India and underwent a year of practical, on-the-job experience in an Indian hospital. In 2022, Prerna moved to the UK to pursue and obtain a master’s degree in Healthcare Leadership.
She is a firm believer in providing quality, patient-centred care, and does so in her work at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy. She enjoys getting to know the people she works with and she is a self-disciplined and hard working member of our team.
As a great benefit to our diverse range of patients, Prerna can communicate in Hindi and Punjabi, alongside English. In her free time, Prerna likes to travel and spend time with her family.
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi
Clinical Support
Laboratory Team
Mohsen Attia MB ChB MMedSci
Laboratory Manager
Mohsen Attia joined us here at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy in 2020 as Lab and Quality Manager.
He has a strong scientific background supported by a Master’s degree in Assisted Reproduction Technology and also in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Mohsen is recognised by the Health and Care Professionals Council as a State Registered Clinical Embryologist / EHSRE certified clinical embryologist and HFEA certified PR. He is both an ICSI and Embryo Biopsy practitioner.
Mohsen began his career in embryology in 2009 at Guy’s Assisted Conception Unit as a trainee Embryologist where he completed his training and obtained HCPC registration as a clinical scientist. He then managed the IVF laboratory at Newlife clinic in Epsom for two years. He was employed by highly recognised IVF clinics including Guys’ ACU, Hammersmith Wolfosn fertility and ARGC. He is also an external lecturer in Nottingham University for Master’s students in ART.
Omnia Elhaj MBBS MD
Senior Clinical Embryologist
Omnia Elhaj is a Senior Clinical Embryologist here at the clinic. She obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from Sudan and a Master’s degree in Biotechnology of Human Assisted Reproduction and Embryology from Spain.
Her career kicked off in 2006 as an Embryologist Deputy Manager in assisted reproduction. From that point onwards, she embarked on a journey to gain experience in the top clinics in Sudan. This foundation enabled her to progress in international locations spanning from Africa to Europe. Omnia began her career in the UK in 2018 at Newlife and ARGC. She joined The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy in 2020.
Omnia is a crucial member of the team here at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy and is always attentive to the needs of patients as well as her colleagues. She is enthusiastic about utilising her skills to positively impact couples on their fertility journey, aiming to provide them with a satisfying and rewarding experience.
Languages: English and Arabic
Kyrillos Salib MBCHB BSc
Deputy Practice Manager and Trainee Embryologist
Kyrillos Salib is a valuable member of the team at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy, with medical and scientific background experience as a graduated doctor and scientist. His qualifications include an MBCHB and BSc from Mansoura University (Egypt). He joined the Academy in 2021 with the aim of gaining experience in fertility, reproductive immunology, assisted conception and embryology, and since then has portrayed great enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and notable skill progress within these areas.
A keen team member, Kyrillos has excelled in his role as Deputy Manager and Trainee Embryologist. His previous experience has allowed him to flourish in the day-to-day management of the Academy, however, these important responsibilities do not impinge on his training. He displays a discerning interest in embryology, which he hopes to explore further under the guidance of the experienced team at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy. Kyrillos is also a member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
Languages: English and Arabic
Nursing Team
Nirmala Budhathoki
Nurse Manager, RCN Registered Nurse
Having qualified as a nurse in Germany, Nirmala moved to the UK in 2006 and worked in two prestigious IVF clinics for 16 years before joining the team at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy.
She is dedicated to her work, patient-focused and provides a comprehensive experience in a clinical setting. She produces high quality independent work, and has excellent regard for detail and accuracy, strong follow-through and confident administrative skills.
Nirmala loves helping patients and is seen as a go-to person by her colleagues when it comes to queries. A highly organised and perceptive team member, she ensures the clinic runs smoothly on a day-to-day basis, which helps to maintain an efficient, positive environment for patients, as well as staff.
When not at work, Nirmala loves to spend time with her children, family and friends.
Languages: English, Nepalese, German, Hindi
Prerna Sharma
Fertility Nurse
Prerna became a qualified nurse in 2020. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in nursing from a local college in India and underwent a year of practical, on-the-job experience in an Indian hospital. In 2022, Prerna moved to the UK to pursue and obtain a master’s degree in Healthcare Leadership.
She is a firm believer in providing quality, patient-centred care, and does so in her work at The Fertility & Gynaecology Academy. She enjoys getting to know the people she works with and she is a self-disciplined and hard working member of our team.
As a great benefit to our diverse range of patients, Prerna can communicate in Hindi and Punjabi, alongside English. In her free time, Prerna likes to travel and spend time with her family.
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi
