Great Ormond Street surgeon harmed 94 children, review finds

The Guardian - World NewsEN 2 min read 100% complete by PA MediaJanuary 29, 2026 at 03:27 PM

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A review of orthopaedic surgeon Yaser Jabbar's work at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) in London from 2017 to 2022 found that his substandard surgical practices harmed 94 child patients. Independent experts identified inconsistencies in Jabbar's clinical care, including poor surgical planning, inadequate documentation, and premature removal of fixation devices. Of the 789 patients reviewed, 36 suffered severe harm, 39 moderate harm, and 19 mild harm. Jabbar, who specialized in lower limb reconstruction, no longer has a UK medical license and is believed to live abroad. GOSH has issued an apology and implemented changes to its orthopaedic service and hospital-wide procedures as a result of the findings.

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Great Yarmouth 80% Yaser Jabbar ×2100% Great Ormond Street hospital (Gosh) ×3100%

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orthopaedic surgeon 90% great ormond street 90% surgical harm 80% patient safety 70% surgical errors 60% medical negligence 60% clinical review 50% lower limb reconstruction 40%

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