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Mr Nick Clifton

Mr Nick Clifton

ENT Surgeon

Harpenden, AL5 4BP

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23 years of experience

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23 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

5.00

16 patient reviews1 professional endorsement
5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

14 recommendations for:

Ear Infections(2)
Tonsillectomy(2)
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)(1)
Other(9)

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About

Mr Clifton is an experienced consultant ENT surgeon who treats adults and children covering the full spectrum of ear, nose and throat complaints. He has completed two additional years of advanced fellowship training in nasal and sinus disorders in Plymouth, UK and Melbourne, Australia. He has a specialist interest in disorders of the nose and sinuses including sinusitis, nasal polyps, nasal allergy and facial pain.

He has published academic journal extensively and is experienced in performing a range of procedures.


Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments


  • Functional nasal surgery
  • Septoplasty
  • Turbinate surgery
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Grommets
  • Head and Neck surgery
  • Sinus Surgery
  • Nasal polyp surgery
  • Microsuction of ear
  • Allergy tests
  • Epley manoeuvre for dizziness
  • Nose surgery
  • Rhinology (nasal disorders)
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery and balloon sinuplasty
  • Facial pain
  • Nasal allergy
  • Functional septorhinoplasty
  • voice and swallowing disorders
  • hearing and balance / dizziness
  • tonsillectomy
  • grommets
  • glue ear
  • ear infections
  • Hayfever

Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Ear Infections (14%)
  • Tonsillectomy (14%)
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) (7%)
  • Sinusitis (7%)
  • Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology) (7%)
  • Others (50%)

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

All conditions and treatments
  • Ear Infections
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
  • Sinusitis
  • Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
  • Broken Nose
  • Deafness
  • Deviated Septum
  • Ear Wax
  • Eardrum Perforations
  • Epistaxis (Nose Bleeding)
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Balloon Sinuplasty
  • Ear Wax Removal
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
  • Functional Nasal Surgery
  • Grommet Insertion
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Microscopic Laryngeal Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4722757


Qualifications

Education:

  • FRCS (ORL/HNS) Royal College Of Surgeons of England 2009
  • MB.ChB. Sheffield University Medical School 2000
  • BSc. Anatomy and Cell Biology Sheffield University 1994
  • FHEA Higher Education Academy 2011
  • PGCCE Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry 2011

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £180
  • Follow-up appointment: £120

insurers
  • General Medical
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Groupama
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Saga Insurance
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • CS Healthcare
  • WPA
  • Legal & General
  • Cigna
  • Norwich Union
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health
  • AXA PPP Healthcare

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Spire Harpenden Hospital

4.87
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Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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4.77
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Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
Lewsey Road, Luton, United Kingdom, LU4 0DZ
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Church End Biddenham, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 4AW
Church End Biddenham, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 4AW
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Bridge House, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK42 9DJ
Bridge House, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK42 9DJ
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Reviews

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Ear Infections (1)
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) (1)
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*Star rating based on patient reviews

16 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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I perceive him as extremely competent and professional with clear explanations and very approachable. I initially consulted him about a reduction in hearing ability which I thought was the result of an obstruction. Nick considered the possibility of a more serious condition (vasculitis) which after tests proved to be the case. The condition developed before final diagnosis and I collapsed and spent 8 days in hospital. I continue to be treated and progress is good but my prognosis could have been a lot worse without Nick identifying the possibility of vasculitis and I may have died or suffered a serious stroke as a result of the way the disease affected me.

08 Aug 2020verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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I would not hesitate to recommend Mr Clifton . I had sinus problem during lockdown and very worried about but luckily I could make an appointment with Dr Clifton after lockdown was eased and I can say that after looking my cavities in my nose he didn’t find a big problem but still recommend to do scan to be sure there is not problem . I only can say that people who had a sinus and nose problem don’t hesitate to see Mr Clifton best consultant I have ever seen .

31 Jul 2020verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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I found Doctor Clifton to be firstly very warm and friendly. This certainly helps with initial nerves and worry. Dr Clifton explained the process for the examination and also maintained that reassurance during. Once complete he explained his findings and diagnosis. I had not known anything about my condition and Dr Clifton took the time to explain it to me with all possible side effects. He detailed a full course of tests to ensure a comprehensive assessment was made and that I was safe. I am extremely happy that firstly I made the decision to get checked and secondly ended up under Dr Cliftons care.

19 Jun 2020verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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I would not hesitate to recommend Mr Clifton. Highly professional, caring and diligent he made my young son feel at ease and involved during the whole Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy process. Delighted that we chose him as our sons surgeon.

12 Feb 2020verified patient
Patient seen for:
Tonsillectomy

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have been a patient of Mr Clifton’s for 4-5 years following many sinus issues. Mr Clifton has also carried our two surgeries on my sinuses. He has been an exceptional consultant and surgeon and I cannot recommend him highly enough. He has always been very thorough in his diagnosis and treatment of my sinuses and I am now considerably more comfortable breathing and with very few sinusitis episodes.

02 Feb 2020verified patient
Patient seen for:
Sinusitis

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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Clear diagnosis, advice and treatment. Highly recommended.

01 Feb 2020verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
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I saw Mr Clifton after having some discomfort and the feeling of something stuck in my throat after swallowing a small piece of dry ice from a cocktail on holiday. He was extremely reassuring and kind. Mr Clifton arranged a procedure with his colleague and a referral to a gastro enterologist all in record time as he knew I was also suffering with anxiety about what was going on. Highly recommended!

01 Feb 2020verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

I have seen Mr Clifton several times with both of my children who were suffering with ear problems. Mr Clifton immediately made my children feel very at ease and explained everything to me in a detailed, yet easy to understand, manner. We had seen several other doctors who are unable to help with the ear problems that we were experiencing, however it was Mr Clifton who found the root of the problem and now both children are symptom-free. The after-care was superb and I felt I could contact Mr Clifton with any queries without hesitation. I would highly recommend Mr Clifton.

01 Feb 2020verified patient

5

5.00
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5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Have seen Nick Clifton for years in relation to an ongoing ear problem and I am always really impressed with his bedside manner, explanations and friendliness. He’s obviously really experienced and is able to explain things in a simple and understandable way. Feel like I’m in very safe hands and would thoroughly recommend him.

01 Feb 2020verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Mr Clifton, put me at ease from the first moment I arrived. Very clear explanation of procedures and communicated to me throughout the procedure. The NHS at its very best.

01 Feb 2020verified patient
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Ear Infections (1)
Tonsillectomy (1)
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology) (1)
Eardrum Perforations (1)

1 endorsement

Nick Clifton is an excellent and knowledgeable ENT surgeon with expertise in sinus surgery.

08 Apr 2021
Endorsed for
Eardrum Perforations
Septoplasty
Tonsillectomy

Mr Alan Parbhoo

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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What are Mr Nick Clifton's reviews like?

Mr Nick Clifton's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 16 reviews

What languages does Mr Nick Clifton speak?

Mr Nick Clifton speaks English

Where is Mr Nick Clifton located?

Mr Nick Clifton primarily practices at Spire Harpenden Hospital, located at Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, United Kingdom, AL5 4BP
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