Dr Ron Bova
MBBS(Hons), MS, FRACS
Specialist Thyroid, Parathyroid & Parotid Surgeon, Sydney
Specialist thyroid, parathyroid and parotid surgeon at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Sydney.
Dr Ron Bova is a leading thyroid, parathyroid and parotid gland surgeon in Sydney, based at St Vincent’s Private Hospital.
As a specialist ENT and head and neck surgeon, Dr Bova has more than 25 years’ experience assessing and surgically treating thyroid, parathyroid and salivary gland tumours, as well as other head and neck oncological conditions. He also performs routine ENT procedures, including tonsillectomy, septoplasty and endoscopic sinus surgery.
Surgical Specialities
Dr Ron Bova is a highly skilled head and neck surgeon with a special interest in endocrine surgery of the thyroid, parathyroid and salivary glands.
Thyroid Surgery
Surgery for benign and malignant thyroid nodules, with a focus on voice preservation through recurrent laryngeal nerve monitoring in all procedures.
Parathyroid Surgery
Surgery for hyperparathyroidism, including four-gland exploration and minimally invasive unilateral exploration.
Parotid & Salivary Gland Surgery
Surgery for benign and malignant salivary gland tumours, with a focus on facial nerve preservation using nerve integrity monitoring throughout surgery.
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Dr Ron Bova provides specialist diagnosis, medical treatment and surgery for a range of conditions affecting the ears, nose and throat, as well as related head and neck structures, including:
- Thyroid disorders — surgery for benign and malignant thyroid nodules, with a special interest in thyroid cancer, Graves’ disease and benign multinodular goitres.
- Parathyroid disorders — treatment of primary, secondary and tertiary hyperparathyroidism, including surgery for parathyroid adenomas.
- Head and neck cancer — management of tumours of the oral cavity and HPV-mediated tumours of the oropharynx in addition to laryngeal and nasopharyngeal tumours.
- Salivary gland tumours — surgery involving the parotid, submandibular and sublingual glands, as well as treatment for recurrent infections caused by salivary duct stones.
- Neck lumps — assessment and management of benign and malignant neck lumps.
- Nasal disorders — surgery for nasal obstruction including septoplasty and turbinate reduction surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery for patients with recurrent or chronic sinusitis
- Throat and voice disorders — management of hoarseness, throat discomfort and tonsillitis in addition to surgery for snoring and sleep-disordered breathing.
patient-centred care
Dr Bova and his team are committed to compassionate, patient-centred care. Treatment planning is guided by shared decision-making, clear communication, high clinical standards, and evidence-based best practice. Optimal surgical outcomes depend on careful preoperative planning, meticulous technique, and thoughtful aftercare and follow-up. With patient safety and mutual respect at the forefront, we support patients at every stage of their treatment journey.