Mr Alistair Mace is a highly experienced Consultant ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) Surgeon at the Duchy Hospital in Harrogate. He offers expert care for a wide range of ENT conditions in adults, with a subspecialist interest in ear disorders, hearing loss, balance problems, and dizziness.

Mr Mace is known for his thorough, compassionate, and communicative approach. He takes the time to listen carefully, conduct in-depth consultations, and explore all possible diagnoses. His goal is to ensure every patient feels heard, understood, and supported throughout their treatment journey.

He works closely with audiologists and specialist balance physiotherapists, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to care. His clinics are equipped with advanced diagnostic tools, including microscopes and endoscopes, allowing for precise examination and prompt diagnosis.

Patients can expect:

• Ample time for consultation and discussion
• Clear communication at every stage
• Specialist examination using advanced ENT equipment
• Rapid access to radiology and diagnostic investigations
• Tailored medical and surgical treatment options

Mr Mace is committed to improving quality of life by addressing symptoms that can significantly impact daily living. Whether through reassurance, medical management, or surgical intervention, his aim is to provide effective, long-term solutions.

Outside of medicine, Mr Mace is a keen sportsman with a passion for running, cycling, and triathlon. He enjoys playing the piano and often accompanies his sons on their wind instruments. He lives in Harrogate with his wife, two sons, and their miniature Schnauzer.

Clinical interests

• Perforated ear drums
• Cholesteatoma (abnormal collection of skin cells deep in the ear)
• Hearing loss
• Tinnitus
• Discharging ears
• Surgery to improve hearing
• Bone Anchored Hearing Aid (BAHA) surgery
• Surgery to treat hearing loss caused by otosclerosis (damage to the stapes bone) with laser stapedotomy
• Dizziness (vertigo and balance problems including Meniere's disease)
• Acute or chronic rhinitis and sinusitis
• Blocked nose
• Deviated septum
• Nasal polyps
• Sinus operations (endoscopic sinus surgery)
• Skin lesions
• Swallowing problems
• Throat pain
• Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR))
• Voice disorders
• Vocal cord polyps/nodules

Specialist interests

Mr Mace has a particular interest in:

• Adult hearing loss
• Balance and vestibular disorders
• Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)
• Medico-legal assessments for personal injury and hearing-related claim

Common conditions treated

Ear & Hearing Conditions:

• Outer and middle ear infections
• Perforated eardrum
• Cholesteatoma
• Conductive and sensorineural hearing loss
• Tinnitus
• Dizziness and balance disorders

Balance & Dizziness Disorders:

• Vestibular neuritis / labyrinthitis
• Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV)
• Meniere’s disease
• Vestibular migraine

Nasal Conditions:

• Chronic rhinitis
• Deviated nasal septum
• Nasal polyps
• Sinusitis

Throat & Voice Conditions:

• Recurrent tonsillitis and tonsil stones
• Globus sensation
• Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR)
• Vocal cord nodules and other voice disorder

• ENTUK
• British Society of Otology
• British Rhinological Society
• ENT Scotland