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    What is a “sleep apnoea specialist”, and what makes Dr Phillips different?

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  • Dr Nicholas M Phillips

    Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon

    Dr Nicholas Phillips is a paediatric and adult ENT surgeon who has advanced training and subspeciality expertise in paediatric and adult nasal obstruction, snoring and … View Profile

    The term “sleep apnoea specialist” is commonly used by patients, but it isn’t a formal medical title in Australia. Sleep apnoea is usually managed by several clinicians, including GPs, sleep physicians and respiratory specialists. ENT surgeons become involved when nasal or upper airway anatomy is contributing to snoring or obstructive sleep apnoea, or when surgical treatment is being considered.

    Dr Phillips is one of only two ENT surgeons in Queensland and one of ten in Australia who have completed additional training in snoring and sleep apnoea surgery. He provides assessment and surgical management for adults with airway-related snoring and sleep apnoea as part of this shared-care approach.

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