Dr Shaw | Specialist in Dizziness, Tinnitus & Hearing Loss

Dr Benjamin Shaw

Audiovestibular Consultant Physician

Do you suffer with dizziness, vertigo or balance difficulties? Do you experience distressing tinnitus or have hearing difficulties?

I am an Audiovestibular Consultant Physician, based in London. I am a highly experienced and specialised Medical Doctor, who accurately diagnoses and manages dizziness, vertigo, balance disorders, hearing loss & tinnitus. I am extremely proud to be recognised and known for my expert knowledge, compassionate nature and excellent communication. I always work in partnership with my patients, thereby ensuring I consistently provide timely, effective, holistic and patient-centred care.

I am also a committed advocate for patients with these debilitating symptoms and create healthcare-related educational content, through my blog and social media accounts, with the aim of empowering patients to better understand and manage their conditions.

Testimonials

What patients are saying

Thank you for your kindness and patience when seeing me. I can, for the first time in 24 years, wake up without feeling dizzy and sick. You will never be able to fully appreciate my gratitude.

I just wanted to thank you so much for your time during my appointment. I really felt listened to & that what I was experiencing was not trivial, but had implications on my life. I really appreciated your thorough history taking and suggestions. Thank you

Thank you so much for diagnosing so accurately, and treating so efficiently and promptly, my disabling vertigo. I’m back to normal now and very grateful to you. Wish all other doctors were like you.

I cannot thank Dr Shaw enough for taking the time to listen to what I said, and come up with some answers. Finally I have direction and hope after what has been a long struggle with dizziness, tinnitus and vertigo. Easily the best consultant I have ever seen!

Superb professional knowledge and inter-personal skills. Very highly recommended.

Dr Shaw took a lot of time to understand about my issue and explain it in all detail. After 1 appointment my dizziness is gone. I would highly recommend seeing him

Thank you seems such a small word… I hope you understand how truly grateful I am for your expertise & patience. You listened, you saw and you acted, to you probably just your job but to me you have changed my life. I had spent 5 months in pain and discomfort, you changed that. I hope you can see the amazing impact you have on your patients. I will be forever grateful.

Dr Shaw has been very patient, informative, kind, caring and very helpful during all my visits. He also listens and tries his best to find solutions to help my condition… God Bless Dr Shaw

Well worth the time, Dr Ben Shaw was extremely knowledgeable and was able to “hone into” specific issues that have taken any other specialist I have previously seen far longer to notice.

Highly recommended.

Areas of Expertise

Dizziness, Vertigo & Imbalance

Dizziness, vertigo & imbalance are symptoms rather than diagnoses. There are many different causes, and therefore having an accurate diagnosis is key to effective management. I am highly skilled and experienced in the assessment, investigation and management of these debilitating symptoms. During a consultation, you can expect a very detailed history and a comprehensive specialist examination will be conducted. Next, I will advise on an appropriate management plan. This can include arranging for any required investigations (such as Blood Tests, Imaging, and/or highly specialised Vestibular Function Tests, which I have access to) and starting an effective, tailored treatment plan.

Hearing Loss

Hearing loss can have a significant effect on someone’s quality of life. Additionally, there are a wide range of causes and there may be associated conditions. I therefore offer a comprehensive assessment to patients with hearing loss & listening difficulties. After a detailed history & examination, I will arrange for and review specialist Hearing Tests, clearly explaining the test results and how the results relate to the difficulties experienced. I can arrange for further appropriate investigations to try to find the cause of the hearing loss, and I will advise on appropriate management.

Tinnitus

Tinnitus can be an incredibly distressing and intrusive symptom. In fact, there are many different triggers and perpetuating factors. I will take a detailed history and conduct a thorough specialist examination. Next, I will arrange for and review detailed Audiological Testing, clearly explaining the results. If appropriate, I will then arrange for any necessary further medical investigations. I am adept at explaining why we believe Tinnitus occurs, and will take time counselling on relevant factors. I implement a holistic approach to Tinnitus Management, thereby providing effective, patient-centred care. Although there is currently no ‘cure’ for Tinnitus, it can be managed.