Mr Robert Grounds
MBBCh, BSc, MEd, FRCS
Live bookings available
14 years of experience
Haywards Heath, RH16 1UD
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26 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Sri Mahalingam, Mr Eamon Shamil and 1 other professional
Live bookings available
14 years of experience
Haywards Heath, RH16 1UD
(+2 more)
26 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Mr Sri Mahalingam, Mr Eamon Shamil and 1 other professional
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About Mr Robert Grounds
Mr Robert Grounds is a Consultant ENT Surgeon at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, working across Brighton, Worthing and Haywards Heath. Ranking as one of the top ear surgeons in the country after completing ENT training in the UK, he was awarded the prestigious TWJ Fellowship to undertake additional training in Canada, gaining expertise in complex ear, hearing and balance surgery beyond the remit of most ENT Surgeons. His advanced training using modern, advanced techniques not routinely practised in the UK gives him a range of solutions to help all patients get the best possible care.
Mr Grounds treats the full spectrum of adult and paediatric ENT conditions, with a specialist interest in Otology; including hearing loss, ear infections, balance disorders, implantable hearing aids, tinnitus, and Eustachian tube dysfunction. He also has extensive experience managing common ENT problems such as tonsillitis, sinusitis, nosebleeds and hoarseness.
A committed educator and researcher, Mr Grounds has published widely and teaches future ENT specialists. His compassionate, patient-centred approach is deeply influenced by his own experience of undergoing multiple major ear surgeries as a child.
Outside medicine, he is a classically trained musician with an interest in music production, as well as a keen cook, traveller, and charity volunteer. As a husband and father of two, he ensures every patient receives the same level of care he would expect for his own family.
Subspecialties
- Paediatric Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
- Adult Ear, Nose & Throat Surgery
- Otology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7137899
Education
Cardiff University
Medicine
Graduated 2011
Qualifications
MB BCh 2011 Cardiff University
BSc
MEd(Dist)
MRCS(ENT)
FRCS(ORL-HNS)
Publications
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01 / 07 / 2022
How many patients will be eligible for cochlear implantation (CI) on audiological grounds, once the new 2019 NICE guidance takes effect? Evaluation of audiological data for the population of East Kent to estimate cochlear implantation eligibility based on NICE 2019 guidance (TA566) and NICE 2009 guidance (TA166) - PubMed
Published in Clinical Otolaryngology
01 / 07 / 2021
Is surgery about “doing” or “thinking”. A review of current training practices and educational theory.
Published in The Bulletin - Royal College of Surgeons of England
26 / 02 / 2015
Predicting operative duration and implications for list planning: a retrospective analysis of data from 85 adults and 72 children undergoing tonsillectomy.
Published in Clinical Otolaryngology
29 / 09 / 2020
The painful ear - Review article to train GPs how to manage patients with a painful ear
Published in InnovAiT: Education and inspiration for general practice.
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa
- Bupa Fee Assured
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- WPA
- Vitality
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- General and Medical
- Self-pay only
Fees
New appointment
£220Follow-up appointment
£150
Locations
Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital
Burrell Road, Haywards Heath, United Kingdom, RH16 1UD
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Worthing Hospital
Lyndhurst Road, Worthing, United Kingdom, BN11 2DH
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Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Rd, Kemptown, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN2 5BE
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Reviews
MR Grounds was extremely helpful and explained my condition very clearly.
Thank you very much for your kind review and thank you for taking the time to feedback. Very much appreciated, Rob Grounds
Very pleasant and informative appointment. Put at ease straightaway and everything explained in terms understandable to non medical individuals.
Thank you for your kind review and also thank you for trusting allowing me to be part of your care.
Mr Grounds was fantastic. He listened to my concerns and did a thorough assessment for me, arranged scans and found the source of the problem along with discussing the management options. I would highly recommed him.
Thank you so much for your kind review, and more importantly for allowing me to be part of your care. Glad we were able to get a good result for you.
professional, patient, explains things clearly, re-assuring.
Thanks so much for allowing me to be part of your care and thank you for taking the time to feedback.
Mr Grounds was very knowledgeable and informative he has excellent bedside manner
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to be involved with your care. Thanks for allowing me to be part of it
I cannot recommend Mr Grounds highly enough. From the moment I met him, I felt completely reassured that I was in the hands of someone incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely caring. I had been struggling with symptoms for some time without clear answers, and Mr Grounds took the time to really listen, ask the right questions, and explain everything in a way that was easy to understand. His expertise and attention to detail led to a clear diagnosis of Ménière’s disease, which was a huge relief after a period of uncertainty. What stood out most was not just his clinical expertise, but his empathy and professionalism. He made me feel comfortable throughout, clearly explained the condition, and talked through the next steps and management options with real clarity and confidence. Thanks to Mr Grounds, I now have a much better understanding of what I’m dealing with and how to manage it going forward. I’m incredibly grateful for his support and would highly recommend him to anyone experiencing similar symptoms.
Thank you for taking the time to review. I'm really glad we were able to get a clear plan in place for you and thank you so much for allowing me to be part of your care. Rob Grounds
Mr Grounds made me feel at ease immediately and reassured me the he would be able to get my issues resolvdd
Glad you were happy with the care you received - thank you for allowing me to be part of your care, Rob Grounds
Mr Grounds came highly recommended due to his deep clinical experience relevant to my medical problems. Mr Grounds is extremely knowledgeable, personable and takes time to understand the issue, conduct a thorough analysis and explain the treatment options – I have great confidence in his diagnosis and solution.
Thank you for your comments and allowing me to be part of your care, Rob Grounds
I had an appointment with Robert Ground as I have been suffering from dizziness since October 2025. I was told the NHS waiting time was 30 weeks which is why I decided to go private. Robert was very kind and knowledgeable about my condition and was adamant he could treat me. He took time to explain what he was doing and why I am feeling the way I am.
Thank you so much for taking the time to review and more importantly thank you for allowing me to part of your care. Kindest regards, Robert Grounds
Robert is a really lovely warm doctor who explains everything really simply and clearly
Thank you for your kind review - really grateful for the feedback. Thank you for involving me in your care and I wish you all the best going forwards Robert Grounds
Skill Endorsements
Mr Grounds has been a colleague for several years. He highly regarded, especially in his subspecialist interest in conditions pertaining to the ear, inclusive of balance issues. He has excellent communication skills and puts patients first. I have no hesitation in recommending him.
31 May 2026
Mr Sri Mahalingam
ENT SurgeonMr Grounds is a fantastic ENT surgeon, high skilled in ear problems, with an excellent bedside manner. I would happily be treated by him.
31 May 2026
Mr Eamon Shamil
ENT SurgeonMr Robert Grounds is a highly regarded ENT surgeon specialising in complex ear conditions and hearing restoration, with whom I trained. I would strongly recommend seeing him .
21 Apr 2026
Mr Max Whittaker
ENT Surgeon
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What are Mr Robert Grounds's reviews like?
Mr Robert Grounds's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 18 reviews.
What languages does Mr Robert Grounds speak?
Mr Robert Grounds speaks English
Where is Mr Robert Grounds located?
Mr Robert Grounds primarily practices at Nuffield Health Haywards Heath Hospital, located at Burrell Road, Haywards Heath, United Kingdom, RH16 1UD
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What are Mr Robert Grounds working hours?
Mr Robert Grounds is working Tuesday (12:30 - 13:00), Thursday (08:30 - 13:30), Friday (17:15 - 18:15)
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