Mr Mahmoud Salam

Professional statement

Mr Mahmoud Salam is a highly experienced consultant ENT surgeon with over 40 years of expertise in general ear, nose, and throat surgery. He is particularly skilled in treating rhinosinusitis, nasal polyps, blocked noses, and ear diseases.

Renowned for his proficiency in managing nasal allergies and performing endoscopic sinus surgery, Mr Salam has conducted more than 2,000 procedures in this area. His exceptional surgical outcomes, published in the Royal College of Surgeons' National Sino-Nasal Audit, place him among the top ten ENT surgeons in the UK. In Ipswich and Suffolk, Mr Salam stands out as the only surgeon offering the innovative "Balloon Sinoplasty Technique" for select cases of rhinosinusitis.

Beyond sinus surgery, Mr Salam pioneered the "Balloon Tuboplasty Dilatation Technique" for Eustachian Tube Dysfunction in the UK nearly 12 years ago. This groundbreaking approach has provided relief to numerous patients suffering from persistent symptoms such as ear blockage, hearing reduction, crackling sounds, and ear pain during air travel. With hundreds of successful Balloon Tuboplasty procedures to his credit, Mr Salam has shared his expertise by publishing results in international medical journals and presenting them at esteemed global conferences.

Mr Salam’s extensive experience extends to ear surgery, where he has performed several hundred tympanoplasty and mastoid procedures. Additionally, he has made significant contributions to the management of voice and swallowing disorders as the lead of the Voice Clinic at Ipswich Hospital NHS Trust. Working closely with speech and language therapists, he has provided comprehensive care for patients with complex voice and swallowing challenges.