Professor Rami Salib
BM BS, BMedSci, DLO, FRCS(ORL-HNS), PhD
32 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6UY
6 connections in healthcare
32 years of experience
Southampton, SO16 6UY
6 connections in healthcare
About Professor Rami Salib
Professor Rami Salib is Chair of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery and Professor of Rhinology at the University of Southampton. He is also an Honorary Consultant ENT Surgeon at University Hospital Southampton, with specialist expertise in rhinology, facial plastics, and allergy. He is trained in both adult and paediatric ENT practice.
His clinical work focuses on the assessment and management of conditions affecting the nose and sinuses, including allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, chronic rhinosinusitis, complex frontal sinus disease, facial pain, and epiphora. He also manages snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea through dedicated specialist clinics, offering comprehensive assessment and treatment pathways, including sleep studies and CPAP therapy.
Professor Salib performs a range of surgical procedures, including functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), septoplasty, turbinate reduction, rhinoplasty and septorhinoplasty, and dacryocystorhinostomy. His practice also includes general ENT procedures such as tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, and grommet insertion, alongside the management of ear and voice disorders.
Professor Salib graduated from the University of Nottingham in 1994 and completed higher surgical training in ENT in the West Midlands and Wessex. He was awarded a PhD from the University of Southampton for research into inflammatory mechanisms in allergic rhinitis and completed a subspecialist fellowship in rhinology and anterior skull base surgery in Amsterdam.
Professor Salib leads an active research programme and contributes to undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. Link for publications https://www.southampton.ac.uk/people/5wzp6f/professor-rami-j-salib#publications
Professor Salib runs specialist clinics for nose and sinus allergy and snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea. The latter is the only such clinic in the region offering a comprehensive service for the assessment and management of snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea, in conjunction with an experienced sleep physiologist with the ability to arrange private home sleep studies and CPAP therapy.
Subspecialties
- Otology
- Rhinology
- Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
- Facial Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4095370
Education
University of Nottingham
Physiology & Pharmacology
Graduated 1992
University of Nottingham
Medicine
Graduated 1994
Royal College of Surgeons
ENT Surgery
Graduated 1998
Royal College of Surgeons
Surgery
Graduated 1999
Royal College of Surgeons
Surgery
Graduated 1998
Royal College of Surgeons
Surgery
Graduated 2006
University of Southampton
Medicine
Graduated 2007
Qualifications
Qualifications
- BMedSci (Upper 2-1 with Hons) University of Nottingham 1992
- BM BS (Hons) University of Nottingham 1994
- DLO Royal College of Surgeons of England 1998
- FRCS (CSiG with Otolaryngology) Royal College of Surgeons of England 1999
- FRCS (Otolaryngology) Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland 1998
- PhD University of Southampton 2005
- FRCS (ORL-HNS) Royal College of Surgeons of England 2006
Additional training
- Overseas Rhinology Fellowship Amsterdam Medical Centre 2008
Affiliations / memberships
- General Medical Council
- British Association of Otolaryngologists - Head & Neck Surgeons (ENT UK)
- Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Royal College of Surgeons of Ireland
- Royal Society of Medicine
- British Rhinological Society
- European Rhinology Society
Languages spoken
- English
- Arabic
Insurers
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Bupa
- Vitality
- WPA
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Healix Health Services
- The Exeter
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Cigna
- Benenden Health
- Bupa Global
Fees
New appointment
£250Follow-up appointment
£150
Locations
Spire Southampton Hospital
Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
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Professor Rami Salib maintains a professional and careful approach during patient interactions. He provides clear explanations of complex conditions and treatment plans, often involving nasal endoscopy and complex sinus surgery, turbinate reduction, or septum straightening. Patients feel comfortable, reassured, and in safe hands, reporting excellent outcomes like improved breathing and relief from nasal congestion. Care is frequently sought for sinusitis, deviated septum, hay fever, and nasal polyps.
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Prof Salib treated me exceptionally well for an issue with my throat and vocal chords. The treatment he prescribed and advice he gave meant the issue completely resolved itself. Throughout, he explained really well what the problem was. Communication was very good as well when it came to requiring follow up appointments. All incredibly professional.
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The visit was comfortable. When I had the nasal cautery, he gave me tissues before I head out as I would need it and that was nice. He was polite, friendly and answered my questions clearly.
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Follow up appointment flowing surgery. A very helpful and assuring appointment.
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First time going private, very professional, excellent manner, very happy.
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I couldn’t be happier with the results of my nose surgery. Professor Salib did an absolutely wonderful job, and I’m incredibly pleased with both the care I received and the final result. From the initial consultation through the surgery and recovery, I felt I was in very capable and caring hands. I can now breathe through my nose which has given me so much confidence. I’m truly grateful for Professor Salib’s skill, professionalism, and attention to detail. I would highly recommend him to anyone considering ENT surgery.
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He made me at ease and relaxed with a professional and logical approach
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Post surgery app. All needs met Friendly and professional.
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Professor Salib is extremely knowledgeable and I always feel I am in very safe hands with him.
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Brilliant medical experience. Prof Salib was very professional and thoughtful.
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Professor Rami Salib's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 27 reviews.
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Professor Rami Salib speaks English and Arabic
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Professor Rami Salib primarily practices at Spire Southampton Hospital, located at Chalybeate Close, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO16 6UY
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Professor Rami Salib is working Wednesday (14:00 - 20:00)
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