Mr Antonio BellosoOtolaryngology ENT in Blackburn
Professional statement
Mr Antonio Belloso is a consultant ENT surgeon in Blackburn. He specialises in tonsillitis, blocked nose and septoplasty, as well as endoscopic sinus surgery, neck lumps and head and neck cancer. He privately practises at The Beardwood Hospital and his NHS base is the East Lancashire NHS Trust (ELHT).
As a highly-qualified and dedicated practitioner with LMS, DLO, FRCS (ENT) and FRCS (ORL_HNS) certificates, Mr Belloso is committed to delivering personalised care tailored to each patient's unique needs. He holds a substantive position at the East Lancashire NHS Trust (ELHT), where he serves as the regional Lancashire lead for Head & Neck oncology and the Clinical Lead for H&N surgery. Here, he has introduced robotic surgery (TORS) for ENT cancer, and set up a multidisciplinary one-stop neck lump clinic, a nurse-led thyroid clinic and a multidisciplinary voice clinic, among other important achievements. Additionally, he plays a pivotal role in improving cancer care across the region as part of the East Lancashire Cancer Board.
Outside his clinical responsibilities, Mr Belloso is deeply involved in education and training, serving as an honorary senior lecturer for Edge Hill University. He is also actively engaged in supporting the training of future ENT specialists, ensuring the highest standards of care for patients.
Furthermore, Mr Belloso is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) and a proud member of esteemed professional organisations such as the British Medical Association (BMA), ENT UK, and the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons (BEATS). His dedication to excellence and contributions to the field have been recognised through various awards, including the START award for Best Medical team in ELHT and the START award for Most Innovative Consultant.
As a highly-qualified and dedicated practitioner with LMS, DLO, FRCS (ENT) and FRCS (ORL_HNS) certificates, Mr Belloso is committed to delivering personalised care tailored to each patient's unique needs. He holds a substantive position at the East Lancashire NHS Trust (ELHT), where he serves as the regional Lancashire lead for Head & Neck oncology and the Clinical Lead for H&N surgery. Here, he has introduced robotic surgery (TORS) for ENT cancer, and set up a multidisciplinary one-stop neck lump clinic, a nurse-led thyroid clinic and a multidisciplinary voice clinic, among other important achievements. Additionally, he plays a pivotal role in improving cancer care across the region as part of the East Lancashire Cancer Board.
Outside his clinical responsibilities, Mr Belloso is deeply involved in education and training, serving as an honorary senior lecturer for Edge Hill University. He is also actively engaged in supporting the training of future ENT specialists, ensuring the highest standards of care for patients.
Furthermore, Mr Belloso is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (FRCS) and a proud member of esteemed professional organisations such as the British Medical Association (BMA), ENT UK, and the British Association of Endocrine and Thyroid Surgeons (BEATS). His dedication to excellence and contributions to the field have been recognised through various awards, including the START award for Best Medical team in ELHT and the START award for Most Innovative Consultant.
Clinics
The Beardwood Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Blackburn, Preston New Road, BB2 7AEMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 34 years of experience
- Consultant ENT surgeon, The Beardwood Hospital - part of Circle Health Group (2010 - present)
Subspecialties
- Ear infections
- Tonsillitis
Professional memberships
- Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Intercollegiate) (FRCS)
- British Medical Association (BMA)
Education
- FRCS (ORL-HNS), Intercollegiate exam, Royal College of Surgeons, Dublin (2007)
- FRCS (ENT), Royal College of Surgeons, London (2000)
Teaching posts
- Senior lecturer, ENT surgery, Edge Hill University, Ormskirk (2015 - present)
- Educational / Clinical supervisor for all ENT SpR trainee (2010 - present)
Positions in organisations
- Regional clinical lead of H&N cancer in the north west (Preston, Blackpool, Lancaster, Morecambe and Blackburn) (2020 - present)
- Regional Head & Neck MDT lead of H&N cancer in the north west (2020 - present)
Publications and conferences
- Return to theatre in secondary post-tonsillectomy haemorrhage: a comparison of coblation and dissection techniques. Amir I, Belloso A, Broomfield SJ, Morar P . Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 2012 Feb;269(2):667-71. doi: 10.1007/s00405-011-1678-8. Epub 2011 Jun 26.PMID: 21706319
- Postoperative drainage in head and neck surgery. Amir I, Morar P, Belloso A. Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2010 Nov;92(8):651-4. doi: 10.1308/003588410X12699663904754. Epub 2010 Jul 7.PMID: 20615307
Prizes and awards
- Best medical team in ELHT (H&N cancer team) START award at ELHT (Blackburn) (2003)
- Most innovative consultant in ELHT, START award at ELHT (Blackburn) (2003)
Languages spoken
- English
- Spanish
Registration number: 3700626
Reviews
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- Great doctor. Explained everything and answered all my questions
- I recently attended an ENT appointment with Mr Bellido and was extremely impressed with the care I received. He was professional, approachable, and took the time to listen carefully to my concerns. Everything was explained clearly and in a reassuring manner, which helped me feel at ease throughout the consultation. I felt well supported and confident in the plan going forward. I would highly recommend Mr Bellido for his expertise, kindness, and excellent patient care.
- Good experience Dr extremely professional made me feel at ease. Reassured me. Everything went well.
- I saw Mr Belloso after struggling since last year with symptoms and going around in circles. Mr Belloso was very professional and put my anxiety at ease after diagnosing my problem. He provided me with a treatment plan and gave me advice to help with my symptoms. Throughout the appointment he communicated with me very well and explained everything clearly answering questions I had. I did not feel rushed and finally felt listened to. He was caring and compassionate. He is a lovely guy thank you
- Mr Belloso always has the time and the patience to explain your treatment He gives you full confidence in the treatment he is discussing with you . A gentleman as well as a brilliant consultant
- Mr Belloso is special ( an overused word but true ) he is unfailingly a doctor who not only gives you confidence but he also has that invaluable quality of giving you the impression he has all the time in the world to explain to you about the treatment he is giving you.
- I was seen by Mr Antonio Belloso on an urgent basis. He was exceptionally helpful and professional and resolved my medical matter swiftly. Mr Belloso is very friendly and quite clearly very experienced!
- Mr Belloso made me feel instantly at ease, I felt listened to and included in all aspects of the consultation and he made sure I understood all the treatment options available to me. The whole team at Beardwood were fantastic.
- He gave me my life back.
- Mr Beloso is an amazing person-he was informative and very caring and I have had a fantastic result with my operation on my sinuses - thank you so much