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Miss Ekpemi Irune

Miss Ekpemi Irune

ENT Surgeon

London, W1B 6BW

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20 years of experience
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20 years of experience
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Patient Trust Score

4.96

69 patient reviews

3 professional endorsements

4.96
Overall Experience
4.96
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.96
Explanation

34 recommendations for:

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)(5)
Ear Infections(3)
Thyroid Problems(3)
Other(23)

Recent patient review

09 Dec 2023

Miss Irune is excellent. She is obviously a confident, highly competent and qualified specialist...

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About

Miss Ekpemi Irune is Consultant Laryngology, Head & Neck and Thyroid Surgeon at Addenbrooke’s Hospital, Cambridge and at The London Clinic, London. Her practice includes complex benign and malignant Head and Neck pathology (with reconstruction). She has a special interest in transoral laser micro-surgery and in transoral robotic surgery. She also undertakes research as Chief, Principal and co-investigator for studies in cancer and COVID-19. She was recently featured in the 4th series of the BBC Documentary - Surgeons: At The Edge of Life where she performed complex surgery on two patients.

Miss Irune completed her Higher Specialist Surgical Training in Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery in major teaching hospitals in England. She has an MSc in Surgical Science from Imperial College, London. She undertook clinical research studying functional outcomes following treatment in Head & Neck cancer at the Institute of Cancer Research and the Royal Marsden Hospital in London. Furthermore, she completed the European Academy Fellowship in Facial - Plastic Surgery at the Academic Medical Centre in Amsterdam. In addition, she undertook the National Training Interface Group Fellowship in Aesthetic and Reconstructive surgery, working with surgeons in Plastic surgery, Rhinoplasty surgery, and Craniofacial surgery in London. She completed the Royal College of Surgeons of England Post-CCT Fellowship in Advanced Head and Neck Surgical Oncology at Imperial Hospitals NHS Trust. She has published in peer reviewed journals and written book chapters.

Miss Irune is actively involved in Higher Specialist Surgical Training and participates in national and international teaching programmes. She is an Examiner in the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons Intercollegiate exams. She has a keen interest in the application of Extended Realty technology in surgery and is a founding member of the global network - The Holomedicine Association. She is also a member of the British Association of Head & Neck Oncologists where she sits on the Protocol & Guidance Committee; she is a member of the European Academy of Facial - Plastic Surgeons and the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons. She is a past president of Women in ENT Surgery UK and continues to advocate for diversity and equity amongst surgeons in the workplace. She also mentors a number of individuals in the public and private sector. She provides professional opinions and surgical services on an adhoc basis to medical teams and patients in West Africa. She is an avid reader and loves horse riding.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology) (15%)
  • Ear Infections (9%)
  • Thyroid Problems (9%)
  • Neck Lumps (6%)
  • Septoplasty (6%)
  • Others (56%)

Subspecialties
  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
  • Endocrine Surgery
  • Facial Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Ear Infections
  • Neck Lumps
  • Thyroid Problems
  • Tonsillitis
  • Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
  • Broken Nose
  • Epistaxis (Nose Bleeding)
  • Rhinitis
  • Snoring Problems
  • Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
  • Septoplasty
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Biopsy Procedures
  • Ear Wax Removal
  • Excision of Benign Lesions
  • Excision of Laryngeal Lesions
  • Excision of Lesion of Lip

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6079747


Qualifications

Education

  • FRCS (ORL-HNS) Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • DOHNS Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • MSc
  • MBChB

Memberships

  • British Association of Head & Neck Oncologists
  • European Head & Neck Society
  • British Association of Endocrine & Thyroid Surgeons
  • ENT-UK
  • British Laryngology Association
  • European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery

Fellowships

  • Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
  • Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £260
  • Follow-up appointment: £185

insurers
  • Legal & General
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • Healix
  • The Exeter
  • Cigna
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Vitality Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Bupa
  • Simply Health
  • WPA

Location

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The London Clinic

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20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
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30 New Road Impington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB24 9EL
30 New Road Impington, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB24 9EL
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Reviews

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Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology) (4)
Ear Infections (3)
Neck Lumps (2)
Septoplasty (2)
Thyroid Problems (2)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

69 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Miss Irune is excellent. She is obviously a confident, highly competent and qualified specialist and surgeon. She is lively, personable, explains processes and procedures, symptoms and prognoses in a manner relevant to the patient. She also has an appropriate sense of humour. Altogether a joy as a consultant.

09 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Head & Neck Surgery
Neck Lumps

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great experience, with clear explanations of treatment and diagnosis

01 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Rhinitis
Snoring Problems

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I am so lucky to have been treated by Miss Irune. From the very first consultation I felt absolutely certain that I wanted to be in her care throughout the course of my complex condition; from diagnostics, to the surgery itself, and aftercare. With her clear and thorough explanations, combined with impeccable bedside manner and compassion, there was no doubt in my mind I was in the best hands. Words cannot fully express how grateful I am, nor do justice to the wonderful Consultant Miss Irune is. In short, she is my hero.

02 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Head and Neck Surgery
Cyst Removal

Reply from Ekpemi Irune

Thank you for your generous words. It was an absolute pleasure and privilege. All the best for the future.

27 Nov 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I found Miss Irune very helpful in explaining things to me and calming during scan. Also keeping me well informed at all times.

26 Oct 2023verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Apart from a number of cancelled appointments, my overall experience with Miss Irune was very positive. The outcome of my procedure was very good and I would recommend her.

26 Sep 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)

Reply from Ekpemi Irune

Thank you for the review. It was a pleasure to look after you. I’m sorry the hospital was not in a position to deliver the surgery initially. I am however glad we were able to have a rethink and get your open pharyngeal pouch operation done.

27 Sep 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Ms Irune quickly diagnosed the symptoms and offered a treatment which removed the muffling I had suffered over a month. She is very professional and pleasant.

23 Jul 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Ear Infections

Reply from Ekpemi Irune

Thank you for this generous feedback.

27 Sep 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

The care that I received was the best medical treatment that I have ever received. Everything was communicated in such a clear way and questions were answered in a clear and concise way whilst also giving me options. I am an anxious patient and particularly appreciated Miss Irune picking that up and finding a way to help me feel relaxed in a way that suits me (directness with some added humour). I would absolutely recommend Miss Irune and in fact already have.

21 Jul 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
Septoplasty
Tonsillectomy

Reply from Ekpemi Irune

It was a pleasure to look after you. Thank you for your very kind feedback.

27 Sep 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

She was incredibly clear about what she was doing and what the outcomes I would expect to see would be. The treatment was very successful and I’m happy to be breathing much better through my nose again!

18 Jul 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Septoplasty
Nasal Polyps

Reply from Ekpemi Irune

Thank you for your kind feedback.

27 Sep 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been extremely pleased with my treatment, from my initial appointment to diagnostic surgery and discharge. Miss Irune has a quietly confident bedside manner. She thoroughly explains what investigations are necessary, sets out a clear treatment plan and describes what is to be expected before and after surgery. Miss Irune also has a very helpful and sympathetic secretary.

28 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Thyroid Problems

Reply from Ekpemi Irune

Thank you for your very kind feedback. Glad you are doing well.

27 Sep 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Great care, really friendly

30 Aug 2022verified patient
Patient seen for:
Ear Infections

Reply from Ekpemi Irune

Thank you for your kind feedback

28 Oct 2022
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Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology) (1)
Thyroid Problems (1)
Head & Neck Surgery (1)
Head and Neck Surgery (1)

3 endorsements

Miss Irune is an expert head and neck, and rhinology surgeon, whom has a meticulous skill set and always puts patients first. I strongly endorse her.

02 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Head & Neck Surgery
Facial Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery

Mr Cameron Davies-Husband

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Is a colleague

Ekpemi Irune is a great colleague. We have shared patients in both the NHS and private sector. She is a talented, skilled, ethical and dedicated ENT surgeon. We have done complex cases together and she has also helped my patients following loss of their recurrent laryngeal nerve as part of very extensive lung cancer thoracic surgery.

14 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Thyroid Problems
Head and Neck Cancer Surgery

Mr Aman Coonar

Cardiothoracic Surgery
Is a colleague

She is a very good colleague of mine and has a fantastic approach to patients both in terms of clinical acumen as well as her manner and communication skills.

24 Jun 2018
Endorsed for
Head and Neck Surgery
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)

Mr Florian Bast

Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
We trained together

FAQ

What are Miss Ekpemi Irune's reviews like?

Miss Ekpemi Irune's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 69 reviews

What languages does Miss Ekpemi Irune speak?

Miss Ekpemi Irune speaks English

Where is Miss Ekpemi Irune located?

Miss Ekpemi Irune primarily practices at The London Clinic, located at 20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1B 6BW
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