Research & Innovation
Mr Mahalingam has obtained the following qualifications: MBBS, BSc (1st class Hons), MSc, DO-HNS, MRCS (ENT), FRCS (ORL-HNS), PGCE, MAcadMEd.
He is actively involved in research in ENT and adopts novel treatments from across the world, in order to benefit his patients. He has completed a BSc at King’s College London (ranking top student), and MSc in Surgical Sciences at the University of Edinburgh in parallel with his surgical training.
He has led the national study for the British Rhinology Society during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic highlighting the impact on patient care. He has published over twenty-five peer-reviewed papers and book chapters for international publications and has been invited to give over thirty oral presentations at scientific meetings across the world.
Maintaining High Standards of Care
Mr Mahalingam aims to ensure the best possible care. He believes in developing a strong relationship with his patients through excellent communication, as well as collaboration with colleagues particularly when managing complex conditions. He is a strong advocate of monitoring patient outcomes. This is through a process of audit, for which he has been awarded with multiple regional and national prizes.
Mr Mahalingam is also a keen surgical trainer, and believes in the importance of passing knowledge onto other surgeons which will ultimately improve patient care. He has been invited as faculty member for prestigious international and regional ENT Surgery courses. He has also developed the ENT Teaching materials in his role as Associate Lecturer for Kent & Medway Medical School.