Hisham Khalil

Professor Hisham Khalil is a Professor of ENT Surgery and Clinical Education at the Peninsula Medical School (Faculty of Health), University of Plymouth. He holds multiple leadership roles including Director of the PMS Quality Excellence Unit, PMS Lead for internationalisation, and PMS Lead for Fitness to Practise. As a Consultant ENT Surgeon at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust since 2004, he specializes in Rhinology and endoscopic anterior skull base surgery. His academic and clinical career spans roles such as Head of Peninsula Medical School (2019–2022), Interim Dean of Medicine and Dentistry (2018–2019), and NHS Devon Copted Member (2024).

Education:

• MD in Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (North Wales)
• Specialist Training in ENT Surgery (South West England)
• Rhinology Fellowship at Fulda, Germany

Research & Clinical Focus: Professor Khalil’s work centers on healthcare delivery innovation, patient safety, and surgical education. His clinical research includes nasal obstruction, rhinosinusitis, and sino-nasal cancer. He actively contributes to medical education through curriculum design, mentorship, and digital learning tools such as the Peninsula Communication Skills app.

Awards & Recognition:

• National Teaching Fellow
• Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
• Honorary Fellow of the Academy of Medical Educators

Grants & Collaborations: Led projects on mobile health applications (e.g., Globus Pharyngeus), communication skills training, and patient-initiated follow-up systems. Collaborates with institutions including Delta University, Health Education England South West, and the Beacon Group of Practices. Supervised research students in Clinical Education and Otolaryngology.

Professional Activities: Assistant Editor of the Journal of Laryngology and Otology, Editorial Board member of the Journal of Oman Medical Association, and Regional Advisor for the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. Engages in international medical education quality assurance via roles with the General Medical Council and Irish Medical Council.