Alfred Shihata, Family Practitioner
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Alfred Shihata

Family Practitioner

- Del Mar CA, 92014
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About

Dr. Alfred Shihata is credited as the innovator behind the FemCap modern cervical cap and the FemmyCycle™ menstrual cup. Renowned for his contributions to urological and gynecological procedures, he has published extensively on these subjects. Holding six U.S. patents and multiple international patents, Dr. Shihata boasts over three decades of dedicated research in women's reproductive health, with a primary focus on hormone-free contraception and the prevention of stress urinary incontinence. His groundbreaking work has earned him numerous awards for his achievements as a medical device inventor.

Education and Training

Cairo University School of Med MD 1961

Board Certification

American Board of Family Medicine

Provider Details

Male English

Areas of expertise and specialization

Womens Reproductive Health, Hormone-Free Contraceptive Device

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Family Practice Scripps Institution of Medicine & Science 1983 - 2017

Awards

  • https://femcap.com/new/certificates-awards/ 1980 Received numerous awards starting in 1980 
  • Top 10 Genecology Solutions Provider 2019 MedTech 
  • Best Hormone-Free Female Contraceptive Product 2020 Global Heath & Pharma (GHP) 

Professional Memberships

  • Life Member of The Society of American Inventors  
  • European Society of Contraception  
  • Association of Reproductive Health Professionals  

Areas of research

FemCap (Modern Cervical Cap): The development of FemCap represents a significant advancement in contraceptive options for women. Cervical caps are known for their non-hormonal approach to contraception, offering an alternative to traditional birth control methods. The modern design and effectiveness of FemCap showcase Dr. Shihata's commitment to providing women with reliable and hormone-free contraceptive choices.

Double Balloon Catheter: The Double Balloon Catheter is another notable invention that has likely revolutionized urological and gynecological procedures. Catheters play a crucial role in various medical interventions, and a double-balloon design may offer advantages in specific applications, potentially enhancing patient outcomes and procedural efficiency.

Shihata Percutaneous Knife: This particular invention suggests a focus on refining surgical tools for more precise and less invasive procedures. Percutaneous knives are often used in minimally invasive surgeries, reducing trauma to the patient and speeding up recovery times. Dr. Shihata's contribution in this area could have implications for improving the overall experience and outcomes of surgical interventions.

Dr. Shihata's work not only addresses fundamental aspects of reproductive health but also reflects a broader commitment to advancing medical technology and techniques. The combination of these inventions speaks to his holistic approach to contributing to the well-being of individuals through innovative and impactful solutions in the fields of urology and gynecology.

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