Mr Nav Kara

Mr Kara is a consultant ENT surgeon who graduated from the University of Aberdeen and undertook further training across Scotland and England. He is based in the North east of England and provides an extensive ENT service, dealing with a wide spectrum of both adult and childrens' ENT conditions.

The Rhinology lead for his department, Mr Kara has a special interest in nasal polyps, nasal blockage/deformity due to trauma, deviated nasal septums, allergy and complex sinus surgery. He also holds dedicated paediatric clinics, centrally focused on common childhood problems such as obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), tonsillitis and hearing loss.

Mr Kara is Clinical Lead for his Department and maintains a strong focus on patient safety through open and honest communication with patients. He is a strong advocate for transparent doctor-patient communication and ensures patients understand their diagnosis and are actively involved in important decisions involved in their treatment plan.

Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

General adult, Rhinology and Paediatric ENT surgery

Tonsillectomy (adults and children)

Adenoidectomy

Intracapsular Coblation Tonsillectomy

Grommets

Myringoplasty (repair of eardrum)

Septoplasty

Septorhinoplasty

Endoscopic sinus surgery, Nasal polypectomy

Tonsillitis and Tonsil stones

Ear problems

Hearing loss (adult and children)

Tinnitus

General ENT conditions

Snoring, sleep disturbance, sleep apnoea

Voice problems and throat disorders

Nasal blockage, deformity and sinus disease

Allergy