DR RIHAM RABEE
CHILDREN & ADULTS
ENGLISH & ARABIC
Dr Riham Rabee
MBBS BSc DOHNS MRCGP
Dr Riham is a GP with a special interest in Ears, Nose and Throat (ENT), working as an ENT Fellow at St Mary’s Hospital, Imperial College. She completed a Diploma of Head & Neck Surgery by the Royal College of Surgeons in 2020. She is also a GP Partner at Willesden Green Surgery and runs specialist ENT clinics at the Practice.
Dr Riham graduated from Imperial College London School of Medicine in 2016, with numerous publications and research papers, including medical book publications. She went on to complete an Academic Training Programme in Public Health and Primary Care at St Bartholomew and the London Hospital.
She is also University tutor at Imperial College London, teaching year 1 to year 3 of medical school, and has a keen interest in Leadership, recently completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Management.
She is a keen snowboarder and an avid tennis player, and is always up for a game!
What is Ear microsuction ?
Micro
/ˈmaɪ.krəʊ/
In reference to the microscope used for the procedure.
Suction
/ˈsʌk.ʃən/
Refers to the device used in a machine that operates by suction to clean the ears.
Ear microsuction is a safe and effective method of removing excess earwax and other debris from the outer ear canal using a specialised medical instrument called a microscope.
During the procedure, Dr Riham will use a gentle suction device and a tiny, specially-designed tube to carefully and precisely remove any buildup of earwax or other debris that may be causing discomfort, hearing problems, or other symptoms.
procedures:
Removal of impacted ear wax
Removal wax in complex ears (grommets, ear-drum surgery etc.)
Removal of debris from an infection (Otitis Externa)
Removal of foreign bodies
WHAT should i expect from the procedure?
During the procedure, you will be seated in a comfortable position, and Dr Riham will use a specialised microscope to carefully and precisely remove any debris from your ear canal. You will feel a tugging sensation as the debris is removed. The procedure usually takes only a few minutes per ear.
After the procedure, you may experience some mild discomfort or temporary hearing issues, but these should resolve quickly.
WHy NOt ear syringing?
Ear syringing is a procedure which involves flushing the ear canal with water or saline solution using a special syringe or bulb, in order to dislodge and remove the buildup of wax and debris.
Ear syringing is a blind procedure - which means the clinician does not have a direct visual into the ear canal as they do the procedure.
Increased risk of complications:
Increased risk of ear infections (a moist environment is perfect for bacteria to grow!)
Increased risk of causing a hole in the ear drum (due to the pressure used to flush the ear canal)
More likely to damage to the inner skin lining of the ear (the flushing process is quite abrasive to the ear lining!)
Lack of precision - unable to fully remove all ear canal debris (as its a blind procedure)
Increased likelihood pain and discomfort (due to the pressure effects)
Contact Us
Have questions about the services we offer? Not sure if you would be suitable for microsuction? Worried about the procedure?
Contact Dr Riham!