Dr Frank Elsworth

Dr Frank Elsworth is an adult and paediatric ENT Surgeon. Frank completed his ENT training at Sydney, Royal North Shore and Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children. He held visiting Medical Officer Positions at Sydney Hospital, Royal Alexandra Hospital for Children, Westmead Children’s Hospital and Mona Vale Hospital until it’s closure.

During the first 10 years of ENT practice, Frank participated in the government initiatives to supply ENT care to the indigenous communities of Lightning Ridge, Goodooga, White Cliffs, Tibooburra, Menindee, Ivanhoe and many other settlements and Cattle Stations. Transport was provided by the Royal Flying Doctor Service with many memorable experiences.

Nasal allergy is the most common cause of nasal congestion and obstruction leading to impaired sleep and reduced quality of life. Frank received education in the USA to become skilled in recognition and management of allergic rhinitis and its complications. He is also well known for the management, both conservative and surgical management, of ear blockage and infection caused by “surfers ear” in long term surfers and swimmers.