Biographical summary
Sherief F. Shawki, M.B., B.Ch., M.D., is a colon and rectal surgeon dedicated to patient-centered care. He believes that every patient deserves a clear understanding of their condition, the role of surgery, and what to expect throughout their treatment journey. His approach emphasizes collaboration between patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for complex colorectal conditions.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Shawki specializes in advanced surgical care for colorectal diseases. His clinical focus includes:
- Colon and rectal cancer: Comprehensive surgical management for primary and recurrent cancers.
- Recurrent colon and rectal cancer: Expertise in complex re-operative procedures for patients facing recurrence.
- Ileal pouch and continent ileostomy (Kock Pouch): Specialized care for pouch creation and management.
- Re-operative corrective surgery: Surgical solutions for complications such as leaks and fistulas.
- Re-do ileal pouch surgery: Advanced techniques for patients requiring revision of prior pouch procedures.
- Minimally invasive surgery: Offering less invasive options for faster recovery and improved outcomes, including:
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Robotic-assisted surgery
- Transanal Total Mesorectal Excision (TaTME)
Research and Education
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Shawki is deeply committed to advancing surgical care through research and education. He actively participates in studies aimed at improving outcomes for patients with complex colorectal conditions and serves as a reviewer for multiple national and international journals. His dedication to teaching ensures that medical students, residents, and fellows gain the knowledge and skills to deliver exceptional care to future patients.
Conditions treated
Procedures performed
Interests
- Colon, rectal, and anal cancer
- Recurrent colon and rectal cancer
- Re-Operative corrective surgery (for leaks, ileal pouch leak and dysfunction)
- Re-Operative ileal Pouch surgery
- Minimally invasive and robotic surgery
- Trans-anal minimal invasive techniques
- ta-TME
- Multidisciplinary complex pelvic tumors
- Multidisciplinary patient care
- Inflammatory bowel disease: Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis
- Ileal Pouch surgery and re-do surgery
- Continent Ileostomy / Koch Pouch Creation and revision
- Familial adenomatous polyposis
- Genetic colon and rectal cancer
- Polyposis syndromes
- Anorectal disease
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2016
FellowshipCleveland Clinic Foundation
- 2015
Residency - General SurgeryCleveland Clinic Foundation
- 2010
Research Fellowship - Colorectal SurgeryCleveland Clinic
- 2006
Lecturer - Assist Lecturer, Department of SurgerySuez Canal University - School of Medicine
- 2004
MScSuez Canal University - School of Medicine
- 2004
Residency - General SurgerySuez Canal University Hospitals
- 2001
House PhysicianSuez Canal University Hospitals
- 1999
MB BChSuez Canal University - School of Medicine
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2017
Colon & Rectal SurgeryAmerican Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
- 2016
General SurgeryAmerican Board of Surgery
Awards and honors
- 2019
Castle Connolly Top Doctors 2019Cleveland Clinic
- 2015
Levy Award in Surgery - Department of General Surgery Cleveland Clinic
- 2015
Outstanding Leadership AwardCleveland Clinic
- 2015
Administrative Chief Resident Appreciation AwardCleveland Clinic
- 2014
Fourth Place: Presentation entitled "Colonoscopy in Patients Aged 80 Years and Older is Safe and Effective. Presented in Ohio Valley Society of Colorectal Surgeons.Cleveland Clinic
- 2008
Third Place: Presented "What are the Outcomes of IPAA Surgery?" Florida Gastroenterologic Society and Florida Chapter – Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and AssociatesCleveland Clinic
- 2008
First Place: Presented "Reoperative IPAA Surgery – Factors Predictive of Success" South Florida chapter – American College of surgery. Cleveland Clinic Foundation.Cleveland Clinic
- 2008
Third Place: Presented in South Florida Chapter – American College of Surgery. Cleveland Clinic FoundationCleveland Clinic
Professional memberships
- 2024 - present
Abstract ReviewerSociety of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- 2024 - present
Committee Abstract ReviewerSAGES - Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
- 2023 - present
Anastomotic Leak Committee MemberAmerican Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
- 2022 - present
Member, Medical Advisory BoardQuality of Life Association
- 2022 - present
Examination ConsultantCertifying Examination, American Board of Surgery
- 2021 - 2024
ChairMayo Clinic
- 2020 - 2024
MemberMayo Clinic
- 2020 - 2024
ChairMayo Clinic
- 2020 - present
ChairMayo Clinic
- 2020 - present
MemberMidwest Surgical Quality Subcommittee
- 2017 - present
Certified MemberAmerican Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
- 2016 - present
MemberMedical Syndicate of Egypt
- 2016 - present
MemberAmerican Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
- 2016 - present
Certified MemberAmerican College of Surgeons
- 2016 - present
MemberSociety for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract
- 2016 - present
MemberInternational Society of University Colon and Rectal Surgeons
Publications