
Mr Paul O'FlynnOtolaryngology ENT in Central London
Professional statement
Mr Paul O'Flynn is a highly esteemed consultant ENT/head and neck surgeon based in London who specialises in tonsillectomy, tracheostomy and flexible nasendoscopy procedures, as well as laryngeal and parotid gland surgery, salivary gland surgery, and nasal and sinus surgery. As a specialist, Mr O'Flynn is also renowned for his proficiency in the treatment of conditions such as ear infections, deafness, head and neck cancer, neck lumps including thyroid swellings, glue ear, and rhinitis. He has over 30 years of consultant-level experience.
Mr O'Flynn, who consults privately at The Wellington Hospital, qualified from University of London in 1982. He trained at Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham and Derby Royal Infirmary, and Charing Cross Hospital before going on to undertake his higher specialist ENT training at the prestigious Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital. Mr O'Flynn was transferred to University College London Hospital in 2005, and has since held a number of senior positions, including lead ENT head and neck surgeon, chair of the head and neck multidisciplinary team, and chair of the North London Cancer Network.
As a leading figure in his specialty, Mr O'Flynn has twice been elected to the council of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, first in 2012 and second in 2018. He was also the President of the Laryngology and Rhinology section at the Royal Society of Medicine from 2013 to 2014. Additional to his surgical commitments, Mr O'Flynn is closely involved in medical education. He is the chair of the JCIE Board in Otolaryngology, an intercollegiate examiner for the FRCS in Otolaryngology, and an honorary professor at Deenath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre in India. In recognition for his illustrious trajectory in healthcare, Mr O'Flynn is notably the recipient of a distinguished UK National Silver Clinical Excellence Award.
Mr O'Flynn, who consults privately at The Wellington Hospital, qualified from University of London in 1982. He trained at Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham and Derby Royal Infirmary, and Charing Cross Hospital before going on to undertake his higher specialist ENT training at the prestigious Royal National Throat, Nose and Ear Hospital. Mr O'Flynn was transferred to University College London Hospital in 2005, and has since held a number of senior positions, including lead ENT head and neck surgeon, chair of the head and neck multidisciplinary team, and chair of the North London Cancer Network.
As a leading figure in his specialty, Mr O'Flynn has twice been elected to the council of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, first in 2012 and second in 2018. He was also the President of the Laryngology and Rhinology section at the Royal Society of Medicine from 2013 to 2014. Additional to his surgical commitments, Mr O'Flynn is closely involved in medical education. He is the chair of the JCIE Board in Otolaryngology, an intercollegiate examiner for the FRCS in Otolaryngology, and an honorary professor at Deenath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre in India. In recognition for his illustrious trajectory in healthcare, Mr O'Flynn is notably the recipient of a distinguished UK National Silver Clinical Excellence Award.
Clinics

The Platinum Medical Centre
Central London, 15-17 Lodge Rd, London, NW8 7JAMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 44 years of experience
- Consultant ENT Surgeon, The Wellington Hospital (present)
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons of England
- Academy of Surgical Educators
Education
- FRCS, Royal College of Surgeons of England
- MBBS, University of London (1982)
Teaching posts
- Chair, JCIE Board of Otolaryngology
- Honorary Professor, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital and Research Centre, India
Positions in organisations
- Council Member, Royal College of Surgeons of England (present)
- Chair, North London Cancer Network (present)
Publications and conferences
- Mr O’Flynn’s publications are available on his PubMed profile
- Mr O’Flynn’s publications are available on ResearchGate
Prizes and awards
- National Silver Clinical Excellence Award
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 2569400
Reviews
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- Dear Prof Paul O’Flynn Highly recommended I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the successful rhinoplasty you performed on me last week . I am very grateful for your exceptional experience, skills and professionalism. The result exceeded my expectations, and I am completely satisfied. Thank you very much to you and your medical team for your outstanding care. Wish you all the best
- Excellent
- I have had many appointments over many years with Professor O’Flynn, a highly knowledgeable and caring consultant.
- Very professional
- Very good Doctor
- Paul O'Flynn is a world class surgeon. His experience and enaging ability to translate matters into simple terms whilst ensuring excellent care is very well received. Thank you to Paul and his team.
- A wonderful doctor who listens and really cares about his patients .