Mr Omar Quaba
Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Edinburgh
Mr Omar Quaba is a fully accredited consultant plastic surgeon on the GMC Specialist Register, with over a decade of experience in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. He holds the FRCS (Plast) qualification and was among the first surgeons in the UK to complete voluntary Cosmetic Certification by the Royal College of Surgeons.
Education & Training
Educated at Fettes College in Edinburgh, Mr Quaba studied medicine at Cambridge University, where he also gained a BA (Hons) in Medical Ethics, Psychology, and the History of Medicine. He completed his specialist plastic surgery training in Aberdeen and at the Canniesburn Plastic Surgery Unit in Glasgow, followed by a fellowship at the Royal Adelaide Hospital in Australia, where he gained advanced expertise in microsurgery and reconstruction of complex facial, head, and neck conditions.
Career & Hospital
Mr Quaba was appointed as an NHS consultant in 2010 and left his NHS post in 2020 to focus exclusively on private practice. He is co-founder and Hospital Director of Waterfront Private Hospital in Edinburgh, which he established with his father, Mr Awf Quaba. As well as directing the hospital, he maintains a full surgical caseload across cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Patients regularly travel from across Scotland — including Glasgow and Aberdeen — and further afield to be treated by Mr Quaba at Waterfront Private Hospital.
Specialist Interests
Mr Quaba has particular interests in facial plastic surgery, cosmetic breast surgery, and body contouring. In facial surgery, he specialises in facelift procedures — including the deep plane facelift — and blepharoplasty (upper and lower eyelid surgery). The deep plane facelift is a technically advanced approach that repositions the deeper structural layers of the face rather than simply tightening the skin, producing results that are more natural and longer lasting. In breast surgery, his work includes breast augmentation, breast reduction, and breast lift. He also performs abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), gynaecomastia surgery, labiaplasty, and a range of skin cancer surgery and reconstruction.
Professional Memberships
Mr Quaba is a full member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), the British Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS), and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). BAAPS membership is open only to consultant plastic surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register, providing patients with additional assurance of his qualifications and professional standards. He has also voluntarily completed the RCS Cosmetic Surgery Certification — a step beyond mandatory requirements, undertaken to demonstrate commitment to the highest professional standards.
Credentials and patient feedback
Credentials at a Glance
| ✓ GMC Specialist Register ✓ FRCS (Plast) ✓ RCS Cosmetic Certification ✓ Cambridge University, MA | ✓ BAPRAS Member ✓ ISAPS Member ✓ NHS Consultant (2010–2020) |
Patient Ratings
Mr Quaba holds five-star ratings across multiple independent, verified review platforms.
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Independent reviews
Patient Reviews
“The level of care I received was amazing. I researched where I should go and if I should consider going abroad. After my operation I was healing as hoped. I have since learned that many people travel all over to have their procedure carried out by Mr Quaba, and now I see why. You have changed the quality of my life. I will be forever grateful.”
Elaine — Trustpilot, November 2024
Tummy Tuck & Muscle Repair
“To say I am over the moon with my results is an understatement. Mr Omar Quaba is a perfectionist and I wouldn’t trust anyone else when it comes to recommendations for breast surgery. The aftercare was second to none, with quick responses and comfort on any questions I had. Extremely professional and would absolutely recommend to anyone considering breast surgery.”
Targoj — RealSelf, Verified Review
Breast Lift with Implants
“My experience with Mr Omar Quaba has been 5 star, from my first consultation straight through to post-operative. He is honest, respectful, professional and provided all the necessary information, listening to what I was hoping for and provided just this. The 3D imaging he provides is extremely good and his staff were also amazing. I would highly recommend.”
Lynne Peters — Crisalix, Verified Review
Breast Augmentation
“Omar has been excellent from start to finish and I am delighted with the results. The before and after photos at the initial consultation showed just how natural the final results can look. Omar is an extremely talented and experienced surgeon with an excellent bedside manner.”
Catherine Ross — RealSelf, Verified Review
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Before & After Photos
Browse over 219 verified before and after photos across procedures including breast augmentation, breast reduction, tummy tuck, eyelid surgery, deep plane facelift, and more — one of the most comprehensive galleries of any plastic surgeon in Scotland.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mr Omar Quaba on the GMC Specialist Register?
Yes. Mr Omar Quaba is a fully accredited consultant plastic surgeon listed on the GMC Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery — the highest level of accreditation for a plastic surgeon in the UK. This means he has completed full specialist training recognised by the General Medical Council. Patients can verify this directly on the GMC’s public register.
Is Mr Omar Quaba a member of BAAPS?
Yes. Mr Quaba is a full member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS). BAAPS membership is only open to consultant plastic surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register, providing patients with additional assurance of his qualifications and professional standards.
Does Mr Omar Quaba perform deep plane facelift surgery?
Yes. Mr Quaba performs the deep plane facelift, a technically advanced approach that works at a deeper anatomical layer than standard facelift techniques. Rather than simply tightening the skin, the deep plane facelift repositions the underlying muscle and soft tissue structures — the SMAS and ligamentous attachments — producing results that are more natural in appearance and longer lasting. It is particularly effective for patients with jowling or significant facial laxity. Mr Quaba’s training in microsurgery and complex reconstruction gives him a thorough grounding in facial anatomy, which is essential for this procedure.
What is blepharoplasty and does Mr Quaba perform it?
Blepharoplasty is eyelid surgery — a procedure to remove excess skin, fat, or muscle from the upper or lower eyelids, or both. It can address drooping upper lids, under-eye bags, and a tired or aged appearance around the eyes. Mr Quaba performs both upper and lower blepharoplasty and has extensive experience in this area, with a large portfolio of before and after photos available on his RealSelf profile.
Where does Mr Omar Quaba practise?
Mr Quaba practises at Waterfront Private Hospital, Edinburgh — the purpose-built private hospital he co-founded with his father Mr Awf Quaba in 2023, located at 1 Waterfront Park, Edinburgh EH5 1SD. The hospital is regulated by Healthcare Improvement Scotland. Mr Quaba also maintains practising privileges at Spire Edinburgh.
What procedures does Mr Omar Quaba perform?
Mr Quaba’s specialist areas include facial plastic surgery (deep plane facelift, blepharoplasty, facial rejuvenation), cosmetic breast surgery (breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift), and body contouring (abdominoplasty/tummy tuck). He also performs gynecomastia surgery, labiaplasty, and skin cancer surgery and reconstruction. He has completed over 500 procedures under general anaesthesia at Waterfront Private Hospital.