Shagaf Bakour

Shagaf Bakour is a Clinical Senior Lecturer (Teaching & Clinical) and Director of Medical Education at Aston Medical School, part of the College of Health and Life Sciences at Aston University. He holds an external appointment as an Associate Professor at the University of Birmingham's College of Medical and Dental Sciences since October 2022 and serves as a Consultant Gynaecology at Sandwell and West Birmingham Hospitals NHS Trust since March 2004.

His research focuses on gynecological conditions such as postmenopausal bleeding, endometrial assessment, and hysteroscopy, alongside medical education themes including widening participation in higher education and student confidence interventions. Notable contributions include studies on menopause hormone therapy, bone density, and pulmonary embolism management in pregnancy. Bakour emphasizes evidence-based practices, with recent work exploring the efficacy of interventions to enhance educational equity.

His articles span clinical and educational domains, reflecting expertise in both patient care and pedagogical innovation. He actively engages in collaborative research, particularly in obstetrics, gynecology, and medical policy, with a commitment to advancing healthcare accessibility and diagnostic precision.