About The BLA
Aims & Mission
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Achieve advancement in laryngology through research, education and training for the benefit of the public
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Take an overall interest in the development of laryngology in Great Britain, with special reference to the needs of those in training and the public at large
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Promote all medical, surgical and rehabilitative aspects of laryngology
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Provide advice on laryngology to ENT-UK, the Department of Health and other organisations and bodies
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Hold meetings at which those interested in laryngology may meet, discuss clinical practice and present clinical and basic scientific research
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Liaise with similar organisations in the USA, Europe and worldwide.
How we work
Medical advancement through research, education and training
The BLA takes an overall interest in the development of laryngology (the management of airway, voice, swallowing disorders, including related sciences and health promotion) in Great Britain.
The BLA promotes all medical, surgical and rehabilitative aspects of laryngology and holds meetings at which those interested in laryngology are able to meet, discuss clinical practice and present clinical and basic scientific research.
Multidisciplinary approach and sharing of expertise and knowledge
The BLA membership is made up of Consultant Surgeons and Physicians, Allied Health Professionals including Speech & Language Therapists, etc etc etc.
We encourage a multidisciplinary approach and sharing of experience and knowledge through our meetings and events.
Advancing the field of laryngology for the benefit of the public
The BLA provides advice on laryngology to ENT-UK, the Department of Health and other organisations and scientific bodies. The BLA is allied to ENT-UK which is the professional association for British Ear, Nose and Throat Surgeons and other related professionals.
Special reference is given to the needs of those in training and the public at large.
Governance
The BLA is a registered charity in the UK. The Association’s objectives and rules of the society are laid out in its constitution. The BLA Council comprises between 12-16 members. The principal roles of the Council is to:
Develop the mission and vision of the BLA
Manage the Council and the business of the BLA effectively
Strategically plan to secure the financial future of the BLA
Develop research strategy in laryngology and related disciplines
Raise awareness of issues related to laryngology and build public understanding of the specialism
The BLA Council
Office Bearers
Nick Gibbins
President 2025 – 2027
Nick Hamilton
Honorary Treasurer
Chadwan Al Yaghchi
President-Elect 2027-2029
Declan Costello
Past President (2023 – 2025)
Natalie Watson
Honorary Secretary, Media & Communications Secretary
Council Members
Benjamin Cosway
Kate Heathcote
Shiying Hey
Aphrodite Iacovidou
Sadie Khwaja
Richard Steven
Representatives
Tiffany Munroe-Gray
Trainee Representative
Justin Roe
Dysphagia SLT Representative
Tori Burnay
SLT Representative
Rania Mehanna
BAPO Representative
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Corporate partnership opportunities
The BLA is working in partnership with a number of companies to grow and develop the Association and to fulfil our key objectives of promoting education and research and improving patient outcomes.
If you are interested in learning more about our Corporate Partner Programme, please contact us.