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Professor Iain Bruce

MbChB, BSc(hons), DLO, MD, FRCS (ORL-HNS)

ENT Surgeon

28 years of experience

Manchester, M20 2AF

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14 connections in healthcare

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by Mr Damir Kosutic, Mrs Mira De Kruijf and 5 other professionals

5

/5

(408 reviews)

28 years of experience

Manchester, M20 2AF

(+1 more)

14 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr Damir Kosutic, Mrs Mira De Kruijf and 5 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Tonsillectomy
105
2
Adenoidectomy
94
2
Grommet Insertion
87
2

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About Professor Iain Bruce

Professor Bruce is an ENT surgeon providing Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat & Adult Otology services. He completed a Paediatric ENT Fellowship at the Evelina Children's Hospital, St Thomas' Hospital, London, before returning to complete his training in Manchester. As a specialist Paediatric ENT surgeon he manages all aspects of ear, nose and throat (ENT) disorders in children in his NHS practice at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. He is regularly asked to deliver lectures at major international medical conferences reflecting his reputation as a first-class Paediatric ENT surgeon. He is one of the leading Paediatric ENT researchers in the UK holding several prestigious grants. 

Professor Bruce provides a service for adults and children with hearing loss, ear infections and other ear problems. He provides a comprehensive hearing implant service, including Cochlear Implants and Bone Conduction Implants (e.g. Osia)/Bone Anchored Hearing Aids. In 2022, he delivered the preeminent lecture in cochlear implantation (Graham Fraser Memorial Lecture) and previously served as the Editor-in-Chief of the Cochlear Implants International Journal.


Subspecialties

  • Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(534)
Skill Endorsements
(27)

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Tonsillectomy
105
2
Adenoidectomy
94
2
Grommet Insertion
87
2
Tongue Tie
37
Otitis Media (Glue Ear)
35
1
Ear Infections
28
Hearing Loss
18
1
Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)
17
Ear Wax Removal
11
2
Eardrum Perforations
10
Pinnaplasty
7
2
Cholesteatoma
8
Snoring Problems
7
Nasal Blockage
7
Tongue Tie Excision
5
2
Tonsillitis
6
Ear Wax
5
Cochlear Implants
2
2
Broken Nose
4
Video Consultation
3
Tinnitus
3
Mastoidectomy
1
2
Tonsil and Adenoid Infections
3
Noisy Breathing
3
Paediatric Consultation
3
Perforated Ear Drum
1
1
Rhinitis
2
Tympanoplasty
2
Deafness
2
Acid Reflux (Heartburn)
2
Allergic Rhinitis (Hayfever)
2
Bone Conduction Implant (BCI)
2
Hearing Assessment and Management
1
Otoplasty
1
Earwax Impaction
1
Sinusitis
1
Swallowing Disorder (Dysphagia)
1
Nasal Polyps
1
Epistaxis (Nose Bleeding)
1
Deviated Septum
1
Complex Congenital Disorders
1
Reflux
1
Nose Cauterization
1
Eating Disorders
1
Neurological Pain
1
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction (ETD)
1
Dermoid Cysts
1
Prominent or Protruding Ears
1
Earache (Ear Pain)
1
Laryngomalacia
1
Excision of Benign Lesions
1
Benign Soft Tissue Tumour
1
Canalplasty
Functional Nasal Surgery
Labyrinthitis
Meniere's Disease
Rhinoplasty (Nose Job)
Sinus Surgery

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4419992


Education

University of Manchester

Medicine

Graduated 1997


Qualifications

Education

  • University of Manchester - MBChB

Memberships

  • British Association for Paediatric Otolaryngology (BAPO)
  • ENT:UK
  • European Society for Paediatric Otolaryngology (ESPO)
  • British Cochlear Implant Group (BCIG)
  • Honorary Member, South African Society of ORL,HNS
  • Fellow Royal College of Surgeons

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Vitality
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Healix Health Services
  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • General and Medical
  • AXA Health
  • WPA

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £140
*May vary on location

Locations

Spire Manchester Hospital

170 Barlow Moor Road,, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 2AF

4.91(1551 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
17:15 - 20:00
Thursday
08:00 - 18:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
17:15 - 20:00
Thursday
08:00 - 18:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Manchester Children's ENT Clinic

Spire Manchester Hospital 170 Barlow Moor Road, Di, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 2AF

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Tonsillectomy
105
2
Adenoidectomy
94
2
Grommet Insertion
87
2

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Professor Iain Bruce maintains a friendly, professional, and reassuring manner with patients and their families. He provides clear explanations and demonstrates excellent expertise throughout consultations and procedures. Improved sleep, better hearing, and an enhanced quality of life are common patient outcomes. Prominent procedures include tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, and grommet insertion.

5
verified patient
14 May 2026

The best doctor we’ve ever met!

5
verified patient
10 May 2026

I am writing this report to express my utmost gratitude and highest praise for Professor Bruce, who performed my son’s tonsillectomy with absolute excellence, precision, and compassion from start to finish. Every aspect of his care and surgical work was flawless, and the outcome has been nothing short of outstanding. From our very first consultation, Professor Bruce demonstrated deep expertise, clarity, and genuine care. He took ample time to explain the procedure in simple, reassuring terms, answered every question we had in thorough detail, and made sure we fully understood what to expect putting both my son and me completely at ease. His calm, confident manner instantly built our trust, and we knew we were in the best possible hands. The surgery itself was performed perfectly, with no complications whatsoever. Professor Bruce’s skill and precision were evident in every step, and he ensured the process was as smooth and low-risk as possible. Post-operatively, he remained fully attentive, checking in regularly, giving clear, easy-to-follow guidance for recovery, and addressing even the smallest concern promptly and thoughtfully. Thanks entirely to Professor Bruce’s exceptional skill, careful planning, and dedicated care, my son’s recovery has been remarkable far faster and smoother than we anticipated. He experienced minimal discomfort, healed quickly, and has returned fully to his normal, active life with no issues at all. The difference in his health, energy, and comfort since the procedure is incredible, and we owe this entirely to Professor Bruce’s outstanding work....

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5
verified patient
05 May 2026

I can’t rate Professor Bruce and his team highly enough. I had two of my children undergo tonsil and adenoid removal on the same day, and the entire team were calming, professional, friendly, and supportive throughout. The procedure itself was quick, and their recovery has been amazing. As a parent, having your children go in for surgery is incredibly nerve-racking, but I genuinely felt they were in the best possible hands. I wouldn’t hesitate to trust them again.

5
verified patient
01 May 2026

Professor Iain Bruce recently performed a tonsillectomy on my 11-year-old son, and we couldn’t be happier with the care we received. From the initial consultation to the operation, the waiting time was just one month, which was excellent. The procedure went smoothly, and the post-operative follow-up a week later was reassuring. Professor Bruce and his team were professional, caring, and made the whole experience much easier for both my son and us as parents. We would highly recommend him.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
30 Apr 2026

Professor Bruce was very friendly, he listened to any concerns we had and explained why certain things were happening and what his findings were. Also explained clearly a plan going forward.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
27 Apr 2026

Professor Iain Bruce is an excellent consultant whose expertise and calm, professional manner made a real difference to our son’s care. From our first meeting, he was confident, friendly, and easy to talk to. He explained everything clearly and showed real patience with both us as parents and with our 11‑year‑old. He operated on our son with great professionalism, and the procedure was a complete success. Throughout the process, he remained reassuring, attentive, and focused on achieving the best outcome. I would strongly recommend Professor Iain Bruce. If you need his help, you can be confident you’re in very capable hands.

5
verified patient
25 Apr 2026

Professor Bruce performed myringoplasty (ear drum repairs) on my twins. He explained the procedures in an age appropriate way to them, was kind, empathetic and professional. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

5
verified patient
20 Apr 2026

Professor Bruce is clear, thorough and extremely good when dealing with my young daughter.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
10 Apr 2026

Brilliant doctor, listened to my concerns, diagnosed problems and explained treatment options clearly, 100% percent happy with service provided, I recommend his services to you.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
08 Apr 2026

Professor Bruce is fantastic, he explains things well and in detail. My child had issues with ear infections and has now had grommets fitted which have worked wonders.

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Skill Endorsements

Highly regarded as one of the best experts in the field, prof Bruce has treated me as a patient recently and was super responsive, accurate, reassuring, kind and provided highest level of care. I would recommend him to all of my patients, friends and family, overall fantastic experience!

12 Jun 2025
Endorsed for
Perforated Ear Drum
Hearing Assessment and Management
Hearing Loss

Mr Damir Kosutic

Mr Damir Kosutic

Plastic Surgeon
Is a colleague

Iain is an absolutely exceptional ENT surgeon. His practice is entirely patient-centred and evidence based. I wouldn’t hesitate to take my son to him, and in fact, I have!

21 Mar 2023
Endorsed for

Mrs Mira De Kruijf

Mrs Mira De Kruijf

ENT Surgeon
Is a colleague

Highly recommend paediatric ear surgeon

27 May 2022
Endorsed for
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Mastoidectomy
Pinnaplasty

Mr Rohit Kumar

Mr Rohit Kumar

ENT Surgeon

Professor Bruce is an excellent paediatric ENT surgeon.

27 May 2022
Endorsed for
Ear Nose & Throat Surgery (ENT/Otolaryngology)
Mastoidectomy
Pinnaplasty

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Professor Iain Bruce's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 408 reviews.

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Professor Iain Bruce speaks English

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Professor Iain Bruce primarily practices at Spire Manchester Hospital, located at 170 Barlow Moor Road,, Manchester, United Kingdom, M20 2AF
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Professor Iain Bruce is working Wednesday (17:15 - 20:00), Thursday (08:00 - 18:00)

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