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Mr Alistair Balfour

Mr Alistair Balfour

ENT Surgeon

Cranbrook, TN17 4AX

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26 years of experience
Verified profile
26 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.84

19 patient reviews

4.89
Overall Experience
4.79
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.84
Explanation

25 recommendations for:

Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery(8)
Sinus Surgery(7)
Septoplasty(3)
Other(7)

Recent patient review

02 Mar 2024

Very knowledgeable and competent

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About

Mr Alistair Balfour is a Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeon based in Kent, UK. He qualified as a doctor in 1997 from St Bartholomew's and the Royal London Hospitals Medical School, going on to complete his speciality training at the Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital, before undertaking further sub-specialist training in Paediatric ENT Surgery at the prestigious Great Ormond Street Hospital.

Building upon this extensive experience, Mr Balfour received additional training in Head, Neck and Thyroid Surgery at St Bartholomew's Hospital and the Royal Marsden Hospital, completing his training by undertaking a one-year Fellowship in Head, Neck and Thyroid Surgery at Guy's Hospital, London.

Now working as Consultant ENT Surgeon for the East Kent Hospitals University NHS Trust, Mr Balfour is well equipped to manage all aspects of both adult and paediatric Ear, Nose and Throat issues.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
  • Head And Neck Surgery
  • Septoplasty
  • Sinus Surgery
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Rhinology
  • Hearing Loss
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
  • Otitis Media (Glue Ear)
  • Sinusitis
  • Snoring Problems
  • Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
  • Thyroid Problems
  • Voice Problems

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery (32%)
  • Sinus Surgery (28%)
  • Septoplasty (12%)
  • Tonsillectomy (12%)
  • Sinusitis (8%)
  • Others (8%)

Subspecialties
  • Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
  • Rhinology
  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

All conditions and treatments
  • Sinusitis
  • Snoring Problems
  • Hearing Loss
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
  • Otitis Media (Glue Ear)
  • Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
  • Thyroid Problems
  • Voice Problems
  • Sinus Surgery
  • Septoplasty
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Thyroidectomy

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4416535


Qualifications

Qualifications

BSc 1995

MBBS 1997 Royal London Hospitals Medical School

FRCS (ORL-HNS) 2007 The Royal College of Surgeons


languages spoken
  • English

Location

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Benenden Hospital

4.87
(4328)
Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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4.82
(187)
Nackington Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT4 7AR
Nackington Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom, CT4 7AR
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4.94
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Spencer Private Hospitals Consulting Suite, Arunde, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0LZ
Spencer Private Hospitals Consulting Suite, Arunde, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0LZ
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Reviews

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Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery (8)
Sinus Surgery (7)
Septoplasty (3)
Tonsillectomy (3)
Sinusitis (2)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

19 reviews

3.5

4.00
Overall Experience
3.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

Very knowledgeable and competent

02 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Septoplasty
Sinus Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Friendly, provided a clear explanation and made me feel confident in having the operation

12 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sinus Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Balfour was very pleasant and explained my procedure well.

05 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Alistair was very attentive and provided assurance in the procedure abs the aftercare.

01 Oct 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

4.25

5.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

Courteous and professional throughout. Too early to comment on success or otherwise of surgery. Recovery turning out as expected

10 Jul 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sinusitis
Septoplasty
Sinus Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

From my first diagnostic appointment to surgery I felt that I understood what I needed to know about my condition and what was going to happen throughout the process.

30 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sinus Surgery
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A lovely doctor who explained everything simply for me. Couldn't have been kinder or made me feel more at ease.

10 Jun 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Tonsillectomy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My experience with Mr Balfour was excellent and I would recommend him to everyone. He was generous with his time to listen to all your concerns. He did not rush into expensive and unnecessary treatment but understood all the factors. He was very informative about any treatment that was suggested and bedside manner was friendly

15 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Tonsillectomy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent

04 Feb 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Explained procedure to me before operation. Was happy not having to wait around for ages was in and out quickly, very well organised and efficient

13 Jan 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sinus Surgery
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What are Mr Alistair Balfour's reviews like?

Mr Alistair Balfour's overall patient rating is 4.84 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 19 reviews

What languages does Mr Alistair Balfour speak?

Mr Alistair Balfour speaks English

Where is Mr Alistair Balfour located?

Mr Alistair Balfour primarily practices at Benenden Hospital, located at Goddards Green Road Benenden, Cranbrook, United Kingdom, TN17 4AX
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