Mr Richard Siau is a Consultant Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of ear, nose and throat conditions. He provides expert assessment and management of hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness and balance disorders, ear pain, ear infections, nasal obstruction, sinus conditions, throat disorders and neck lumps. He offers both non-surgical and surgical treatments, tailoring care to each patient's individual needs.

Mr Siau graduated in Medicine from the University of Cambridge and St George's, University of London in 2012. During his undergraduate studies, he was awarded several academic prizes, including the British Pharmacological Society Prize. He completed his foundation training in South Wales before undertaking higher surgical training in Otolaryngology (ENT Surgery) across the North West of England.

In 2021, Mr Siau was admitted as a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (FRCS ENT) and subsequently achieved his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery in 2022. Following completion of specialist training, he undertook advanced fellowship training in Otology, the subspecialty focused on disorders of the ear and balance system, under the supervision of Professor Jaydip Ray in Sheffield.

Mr Siau was appointed as a Consultant ENT Surgeon at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in 2023, where he continues to provide specialist care for patients with a broad range of ear, nose and throat conditions. His specialist interests include otology, hearing loss, tinnitus, vertigo, balance disorders, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Ménière's disease, Eustachian tube dysfunction and chronic ear disease. He also has expertise in the management of cholesteatoma, glue ear, ear discharge and conditions requiring grommet insertion, tympanoplasty and mastoid surgery.

In addition, Mr Siau treats a wide range of nose and sinus conditions, including nasal polyps, chronic rhinosinusitis and nasal obstruction, and performs procedures such as septoplasty and Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS). He also manages throat disorders, recurrent tonsillitis, snoring, obstructive sleep apnoea, voice disorders, neck lumps and suspected head and neck cancer, offering both conservative and surgical treatment where appropriate.

Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Siau is committed to medical education and training. He holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education, awarded with Distinction, and plays an active role in supporting the development of medical students, junior doctors and future ENT surgeons.

Known for his patient-centred approach, Mr Siau is dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. He believes in working collaboratively with patients to ensure they receive a clear diagnosis, fully understand their treatment options and achieve the best possible outcomes.

Please note: At Fairfield Independent Hospital, Mr Siau currently offers consultations and treatment for adult patients (18+) only.

Clinical interests

• Adult ENT
• Otology
• Hearing loss
• Balance disorders
• Ear pain
• Ear discharge
• Wax removal
• Tinnitus
• Vertigo
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
• Ménière's disease
• Eustachian tube dysfunction
• Cholesteatoma
• Glue ear
• Grommet insertion
• Tympanoplasty
• Mastoid surgery
• Nasal polyps
• Chronic rhinosinusitis
• Septoplasty
• Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
• Tonsillitis
• Tonsillectomy
• Neck lumps
• Voice disorders
• Head and neck cancer
• Throat disorders
• Snoring
• Obstructive sleep apnoea
• Adenoidectomy