Mr Mark Johnston
Qualifications
MB ChB, BSc (Hons), FRCS Ed (ORL-HNS)
GMC number: 3461699
Practising since: 1990
Specialties
ENT (Otolaryngology)
Consultation times
- Weekly Monday 18:00–20:00
- Weekly Wednesday 08:00–12:30
- Overview
About
I'm a Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) and Head & Neck Surgeon based in Derby. I have over 20 years of experience and have been a Consultant at the Royal Derby Hospital since 2003.
Education
I qualified in medicine from the University of Birmingham in 1990. I gained my medical degree (MBChB) and a first‑class honours degree in Pathological Sciences.
I completed my early training in Birmingham. I then undertook specialist ENT training in the East Midlands. This included working at Queen’s Medical Centre in Nottingham, Leicester Royal Infirmary and Derby Royal Infirmary.
Teaching and leadership
I have held senior roles in medical education. I was the Regional Training Programme Director for ENT trainees in the East Midlands for six years. I have also worked as Clinical Lead for ENT surgical training through the University of Nottingham.
Approach to patient care
My aim is to provide clear advice and effective treatment. I will work with you to understand your condition and help you feel informed and supported throughout your care.
Special interests
I treat a wide range of ear, nose and throat conditions.
Ear conditions
- Hearing loss
- Glue ear
- Middle ear problems
- Complex ear surgery, including mastoid surgery
- Pinnaplasty (ear correction surgery).
Nose and sinus conditions
- Blocked nose
- Sinus problems
- Nasal polyps
- Nasal injuries and reconstruction.
Personal interests
Outside of work, Mr Johnston is married with two children and enjoys sport. He has played senior rugby for Derby Rugby Club alongside his son and has taken part in endurance events to raise money for charity
Languages spoken
English
Treatments and tests offered by Mr Mark Johnston at Nuffield Health
- Polypectomy
- Adenoidectomy
- Deviated septum (Septoplasty)
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Antral washout
- Parotid surgery
- Tonsillectomy
- Excision of skin lesion
- Frenotomy
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
- Mastoid surgery
- Grommet insertion
- Middle ear surgery
Locations Mr Mark Johnston works with
Related experience
Memberships
- ENT UK (The British Association of Otolaryngologists, Head and Neck Surgeons)
- British Rhinological Society
- British Otological Society
- Midlands Institute of Otolaryngology
Other posts held
- Consultant Otolaryngologist/ENT Surgeon, Royal Derby Hospital
- Consultant Otolaryngologist, Ilkeston Community Hospital
- Consultant Otolaryngologist, Heanor Community Hospital
- Paediatric ENT clinics at Derby Children’s Hospital (NHS and private patients)
- Private practice at Nuffield Health Derby Hospital
Insurers Mr Mark Johnston works with
Mr Mark Johnston works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Bupa
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
- WPA
- Cigna
- The Exeter
- Simplyhealth
- Healix
Declaration
Mr Mark Johnston does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Mr Mark Johnston does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Mr Mark Johnston does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.