Dr. Gurpreet Sandhu

About Dr. Gurpreet Sandhu

Professor Gurpreet Sandhu is a Consultant Otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon with over 25 years of experience treating a range of ENT conditions across all age groups.
He is a recognised leader in voice, swallowing, and airway disorders. He has been instrumental in developing complex care pathways for professional voice users and other patients with more complicated airway conditions.
He is a consultant at Charing Cross and Chelsea & Westminster Hospitals in London within the NHS. He established the National Centre for Airway Reconstruction, which comprises a multidisciplinary team specialising in complex airway problems.
Dr. Sandhu is well-known for his care of professional voice users in the field of music, stage, and media.

Conditions treated by Dr. Gurpreet Sandhu

Voice disorders (dysphonia, vocal cord lesions)
Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
Airway obstruction and complex airway problems
Laryngeal and pharyngeal cancers
Head and neck tumours
Pediatric ENT and airway disorders

Area of Interest

Laryngology and phonosurgery
Airway reconstruction and multidisciplinary airway management
Voice care for professional performers
Swallowing disorders and dysphagia management
Head and neck surgery
Research and innovation in laryngology and airway medicine

Qualification

MBBS
MD(res)
FRCS (ORL-HNS)

Work Experiences

Consultant Otolaryngologist and Head & Neck Surgeon: Charing Cross and Chelsea & Westminster Hospitals, London

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CERTIFICATIONS (3)

Honorary Fellowship: Royal Academy of Music
Fellowship: American Laryngological Association
Professorship in Laryngology: Imperial College London

MEMBERSHIPS (5)

British Laryngological Association
Royal Society of Medicine
Royal Academy of Music
American Laryngological Association
Royal Society of Musicians

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (5)

Nouraei SA, Ma E, Patel A, Howard DJ, Sandhu GS. Estimating the population incidence of adult post-intubation laryngotracheal stenosis. Clin Otolaryngol. 2007 Oct;32(5):411-2. doi: 10.1111/j.1749-4486.2007.01484.x. PMID: 17883582.
Gelbard A, Anderson C, Berry LD, et al. Comparative Treatment Outcomes for Patients With Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2020;146(1):20–29. doi:10.1001/jamaoto.2019.3022
Mezri Sameh, Bessioud Salma, Messaoudi Houssem, Bessrour Habib, Askri Haythem, Idiopathic subglottic stenosis: Two cases report, International Journal of Surgery Case Reports, 10.1016/j.ijscr.2025.111498, 132, (111498), (2025).
S. A. R. Nouraei, D. A. Giussani, D. J. Howard, G. S. Sandhu, C. Ferguson, A. Patel, Physiological comparison of spontaneous and positive-pressure ventilation in laryngotracheal stenosis, BJA: British Journal of Anaesthesia, Volume 101, Issue 3, September 2008, Pages 419–423
Rouhani, M. J., Clunie, G., Thong, G., Lovell, L., Roe, J., Ashcroft, M., Holroyd, A., Sandhu, G., & Yaghchi, C. A. (2021). A Prospective Study of Voice, Swallow, and Airway Outcomes Following Tracheostomy for COVID-19. The Laryngoscope, 131(6), E1918-E1925. https://doi.org/10.1002/lary.29346

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PROCEDURES

Cosmetic Rhinoplasty
Septoplasty

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Dr. Gurpreet Sandhu doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

Dr. Gurpreet Sandhu is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

How long is the consultation?

The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions.

How soon can the consultation be organised?

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours, or based on the doctor's and patient's availability.

Is a follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

The option to share your medical records is available during the steps of the form provided on the website.

Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages tailored to your diagnosis, assisted by our case managers.

Can you get an estimate for the procedure?

Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, which will include the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to ENT Surgeon

What does an ENT doctor or Otorhinolaryngologist do?

An ENT doctor is a specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, and head & neck area. This includes both medical management as well as surgical treatment of infections, hearing-related problems, sinus problems, throat problems, voice problems, head & neck tumors, etc.

When should I go to an ENT doctor?

You should see an ENT doctor if you are experiencing ongoing ear pain, hearing loss, frequent throat infections, sinus issues, nasal obstruction, persistent changes in your voice, dizziness or balance problems, or a lump in your head and neck area.

What conditions do ENT doctors treat?

Conditions treated by ENT doctors include ear infections, hearing loss, tonsillitis, problems with the adenoids, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis (also known as hay fever), sleep apnea, thyroid swellings, voice problems, and head & neck cancers. They will also manage congenital ear and throat issues for children.

What procedures do ENT specialists perform?

ENT surgeons perform a wide variety of procedures, including tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, sinus surgery, ear surgery (for hearing loss or congenital ear issues), cochlear implants, endoscopic sinus surgery, thyroid surgery, head & neck tumor surgery, and airway surgery for snoring and sleep apnea.

Is there discomfort after ENT surgery?

Since the advent of modern techniques, such as endoscopy and other minimally invasive procedures, most ENT procedures are inherently safer, less painful, and patients recover faster than with traditional methods.

Do ENT doctors treat children and adults?

Yes. ENT doctors provide care for people of all age ranges. Pediatric ENT care encompasses the management of tonsillitis, adenoids, ear infections, and congenital conditions, as well as other related conditions. Adult ENT care includes nuance with sinus disease, voice disorders, ear balance problems, and cancer.

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