Cardiff Nose & Sinus Clinic

About Us

Trusted Care

Expert ENT Care You Can Trust

The Cardiff Nose and Sinus Clinic is led by two highly experienced rhinologists based at the University Hospital of Wales, who together bring over a decade of collaborative expertise in the diagnosis and management of nasal and sinus conditions. Having both completed international rhinology fellowships in Australia, we combine global experience with local excellence to provide comprehensive, patient-centred care.

Between us, we cover the full spectrum of rhinology — including septoplasty, septorhinoplasty, sinus surgery, turbinate surgery, and repair of septal perforations. We manage all nasal and sinus disorders, from rhinitis, sinusitis, and dry nose to headache and smell loss, offering both medical and surgical treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs.

Our private clinics are conveniently located at the Spire Hospital Cardiff and the Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital, operating under one umbrella service but with independent schedules and secretarial teams for patient convenience. Having trained and worked together for over ten years, we share a strong professional partnership grounded in trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to clinical excellence.

We are proud to have trained and mentored numerous junior doctors and registrars, and we continue to engage in international teaching, research, and conferences to ensure our patients benefit from the very latest advances in rhinology and sinus surgery.

Mr Ben Stew

MBBCh, DOHNS, PGCMEd, FRCS(ORL-HNS)

Consultant ENT and Anterior Skull Base Surgeon

Consultant ENT and Anterior Skull Base Surgeon
I am an experienced Consultant ENT Surgeon in Cardiff, based at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW). I graduated from Cardiff University and became a consultant in 2017 following my international rhinology fellowship in Adelaide, Australia. Since then, I have been the rhinology lead at the hospital overseeing complex tertiary sinus surgery and skull base surgery. My practice includes all types of nasal presentation including surgery for sinusitis, nasal polyps, allergy, facial pain and blockage. I am proficient in all endoscopic and minimally invasive approaches to the skull base and orbit and a significant proportion of my work includes collaboration with neurosurgery and ophthalmology. During COVID I setup a local anaesthetic service offering patients awake nasal surgery. I am recognised nationally for my expertise and receive referrals for difficult cases and following complications from hospitals across South Wales.
In addition to my rhinology practice, I manage all ENT presentations including paediatrics.
I am Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England as well as an active member of the British Rhinology Society (BRS), British Skull Base Society (BSBS) and British Society of Facial Plastics (BSFPS). I am committed to excellence in clinical care, medical education and surgical innovation, with an extensive record of publications and leadership within professional societies. I am invited faculty on several national advanced sinus surgery courses and frequently lecture at national meetings.

Mr. Ben Stew

MBBCh, DOHNS, PGCMEd, FRCS(ORL-HNS)

Consultant ENT and Anterior Skull Base Surgeon
I am an experienced Consultant ENT Surgeon in Cardiff, based at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW). I graduated from Cardiff University and became a consultant in 2017 following my international rhinology fellowship in Adelaide, Australia. Since then, I have been the rhinology lead at the hospital overseeing complex tertiary sinus surgery and skull base surgery. My practice includes all types of nasal presentation including surgery for sinusitis, nasal polyps, allergy, facial pain and blockage. I am proficient in all endoscopic and minimally invasive approaches to the skull base and orbit and a significant proportion of my work includes collaboration with neurosurgery and ophthalmology. During COVID I setup a local anaesthetic service offering patients awake nasal surgery. I am recognised nationally for my expertise and receive referrals for difficult cases and following complications from hospitals across South Wales.
In addition to my rhinology practice, I manage all ENT presentations including paediatrics.
I am Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England as well as an active member of the British Rhinology Society (BRS), British Skull Base Society (BSBS) and British Society of Facial Plastics (BSFPS). I am committed to excellence in clinical care, medical education and surgical innovation, with an extensive record of publications and leadership within professional societies. I am invited faculty on several national advanced sinus surgery courses and frequently lecture at national meetings.

Mr. Pranter Brahmabhatt

MBBCh, FRCS (ORL-HNS)

I am a Consultant ENT Surgeon with an NHS practice at the University Hospital of Wales. In addition to being proficient in all aspects of general ENT, my sub-specialty area of interest is in diseases of the nose and sinuses.

I specialise in general ENT and being a fellowship trained Rhinologist, I have additional experience and skills at managing complaints related to nose and sinus issues. This includes nasal obstruction, allergies, sinusitis, nasal polyps and various other problems.

I completed my training in Wales and developed a keen interest in rhinology. This led me to undertake an international fellowship (higher specialist training) in advanced rhinology in the Royal Brisbane Hospital, Australia during which I further developed my clinical and surgical skills in the management of a wide range of nasal and sinus issues. These range from simple nasal obstruction to complex and revision cases involving sinusitis and nasal polyps. Working in a specialist centre such as the UHW, I am routinely referred complex and revision cases from all over South Wales.

I am the educational lead for ENT at the University Hospital of Wales and am the council representative for Wales at the British Rhinology Society.

Our Identity & Commitment

At our ENT clinic, we are committed to providing advanced and compassionate care for sinus, nasal, and allergy issues. With a strong focus on patient comfort and long-term wellness, we blend medical expertise with a personal approach to ensure every individual breathes better and lives more comfortably.

Our Mission

To deliver expert and patient-focussed care

Our Vision

To be the region’s leading providers for nose and sinus health issues

What Sets Us Apart

We combine modern diagnostic tools with a patient-first mindset, ensuring accurate results and comfortable experiences at every step. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, effective solutions tailored to your unique needs.