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Mr Nav Kara

Mr Nav Kara

ENT Surgeon

Darlington, DL1 4PL

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21 years of experience
Verified profile
21 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.97

65 patient reviews

2 professional endorsements

4.95
Overall Experience
4.97
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.98
Explanation

90 recommendations for:

Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery(11)
Hearing Loss(9)
Nasal Polyps(7)
Other(63)

Recent patient review

27 Mar 2024

Friendly & approachable felt much better after the consultation having a clear plan of action ....

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About

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


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery (12%)
  • Hearing Loss (10%)
  • Nasal Polyps (8%)
  • Nasal Blockage (7%)
  • Tinnitus (6%)
  • Others (58%)

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

All conditions and treatments
  • Hearing Loss
  • Nasal Blockage
  • Nasal Polyps
  • Tinnitus
  • Sinusitis
  • Hoarseness and Other Voice Disorders
  • Deafness
  • Deviated Septum
  • Ear Infections
  • Earache (Ear Pain)
  • Ear Wax Removal
  • Grommet Insertion
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Septoplasty
  • Balloon Sinuplasty
  • Cyst Removal

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6050646


Qualifications

FRCS (ORL-HNS) Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Masters in Clinical Research Newcastle University


languages spoken
  • English
  • Gujarati
  • Hindi
  • Swahili
  • Urdu
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £180
  • Follow-up appointment: £130

insurers
  • Benenden
  • Bupa Platinum
  • Aetna
  • Bupa
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Cigna
  • WPA
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • Healix
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health
  • Freedom Healthcare
  • CS Healthcare
  • health-on-line
  • General Medical
  • Norwich Union
  • The PHC
  • April
  • Allianz Worldwide Care

Location

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Woodlands Hospital (part of Circle Health Group)

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Morton Park Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom, DL1 4PL
Morton Park Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom, DL1 4PL
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Friday
08:30 - 12:30
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Picktree Ln, Washington, Washington, United Kingdom, NE38 9JZ
Picktree Ln, Washington, Washington, United Kingdom, NE38 9JZ
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18:30 - 20:30
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Thursday
09:00 - 12:30
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Hollyhurst Rd, Darlington, United Kingdom, DL3 6HX
Hollyhurst Rd, Darlington, United Kingdom, DL3 6HX
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Reviews

All reviews(65)
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Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery (11)
Hearing Loss (9)
Nasal Blockage (6)
Nasal Polyps (6)
Tinnitus (5)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

65 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Friendly & approachable felt much better after the consultation having a clear plan of action .

27 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Nasal Polyps

Reply from Nav Kara

Thank you for your review. :-)

28 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Professional diagnosis which was the reason to see Mr Kara in the first place... very easy to deal with... 👌

27 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

Reply from Nav Kara

Thank you very much for your review! :-)

28 Mar 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I had a fantastic appointment with Mr Kara. I was listened to, and everything I needed to know was clearly explained to me. Mr Kara took a holistic approach to my care, factoring in my existing health conditions and taking time to understand how this would impact my ENT treatment. I felt in safe hands and would highly recommend him.

22 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Earache (Ear Pain)

Reply from Nav Kara

Many thanks for your positive feedback! :-)

28 Mar 2024

4

4.00
Overall Experience
4.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
4.00
Explanation

Mr Kara is very good explaining and caring

20 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hearing Loss

Reply from Nav Kara

Thank you for your review! :-)

21 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very professional consultation, took the time to understand my issues, who explained things clearly. Excellent bedside manner and would highly recommend.

19 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Nasal Blockage
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

Reply from Nav Kara

Thank you very much for your complimentary review :-)

21 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very helpful, knowledgeable and made the appointment relaxed. Superb experience thank you

15 Jan 2024verified patient

Reply from Nav Kara

Glad to hear you had a good experience. Thank you for your review. :-)

17 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A really pleasant and informative consultation

10 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

Reply from Nav Kara

Thank you for your kind review. :-)

12 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Brilliant, thoughtful and helpful

10 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Hoarseness and Other Voice Disorders
Laryngoscopy
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

Reply from Nav Kara

Glad I could help. Thnx for your review. :-)

12 Jan 2024

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Explained everything fully very caring and friendly made us feel at ease a credit to the medical profession

22 Dec 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Tonsillectomy

Reply from Nav Kara

I'm glad I was able to help! Thank you for your review. :-)

28 Dec 2023

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I received excellent care from Mr Kara, from the initial consultation right through to the surgery and aftercare. I had suffered with nasal polyps for a number of years and had been unable to breathe, smell or taste properly. Mr Kara conducted a number of investigations and recommended surgery which I happily agreed to. The standard of care was impeccable, I was fully informed of the risks and possible complications, upon arrival Mr Kara went through the procedure with me and introduced the anaesthesiologist and between them they answered all of my questions. The aftercare was excellent, Mr Kara explained the recovery period and ensured I was comfortable throughout. The follow up consultation was prompt and thorough. I can now breathe, taste and smell properly which exceeds my initial expectations of the procedure. I can’t recommend Mr Kara highly enough.

07 Nov 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Deviated Septum
Nasal Polyps
Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

Reply from Nav Kara

Many thanks for your detailed and very complimentary review. I am very pleased to hear you had a good outcome and such a positive experience. All the best... :-)

10 Nov 2023
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
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Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology) (2)
Nasal Polyps (1)
Sinusitis (1)
Tonsillectomy (1)

2 endorsements

I have known Mr. Kara since 2008. We worked as colleagues and we have interacted at numerous occasions in clinics, theatres at registrar level and as Consultant colleagues too. He initiated the coblation technique for tonsillectomies and audited his results diligently. He has always believed in evidence based practice and has a wonderful manor with his patients. He specialises in Rhinology and I would not hesitate in getting operated by him as I feel he would be the safest pair of hands for me if I were to need surgical intervention myself. I would highly recommend him for sinus surgery, tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, grommets and anything that he offers he does. He audits his practice regularly and was the clinical governance lead at the CDDFT ENT department. He is constantly developing and always has in store something new in the innovative mind!

08 Jun 2021
Endorsed for
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Tonsillectomy

Mr Kiran Jumani

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

Mr Kara is one of the leading rhinologists in the country, just look at his publications and the various Professors he is rubbing shoulders with. Truly world class and an amazing asset to Darlington. Incredibly conscientious and works so hard for his patients. Definitely the person I would go and see if my family or I had a rhinology issue. Fantastic surgeon.

25 May 2021
Endorsed for
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Sinus Surgery
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
+ 10 more

Mr Vik Veer

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

FAQ

What are Mr Nav Kara's reviews like?

Mr Nav Kara's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 65 reviews

What languages does Mr Nav Kara speak?

Mr Nav Kara speaks English, Gujarati, Hindi, Swahili and Urdu

Where is Mr Nav Kara located?

Mr Nav Kara primarily practices at Woodlands Hospital (part of Circle Health Group), located at Morton Park Darlington, Darlington, United Kingdom, DL1 4PL
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What are Mr Nav Kara working hours?

Mr Nav Kara is working Monday (18:30 - 20:30), Thursday (09:00 - 12:30), Friday (08:30 - 12:30)

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