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Dr. Haldun San

Otolaryngologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Haldun San is a specialized ENT Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Istanbul.

Qualifications :

  • Istanbul Cerrahpasa School of Medicine (1999) Trakya University School of Medicine, Otorhinolaryngology Residency Program (2004)

Hospital Address :

Byk?ehir Mahallesi, Medicana International Istanbul, Beylikdz Caddesi, Beylikdz/Istanbul, Turkey

Dr. Selami

Otolaryngologist

, Samsun, Turkey

34 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Selami is a specialized ENT Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Samsun, Turkey. The doctor has over 34+ Years of experience and is associated with Medicana International Samsun Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine 1985
  • Ondokuz Mayis University Faculty of Medicine 1991

Hospital Address :

Yenimahalle Mahallesi, Medicana International Samsun, ?ehit Mesut Birinci Caddesi, Canik/Samsun, Turkey

Dr. Ahmet Karaaslan

Otolaryngologist

, Bursa, Turkey

9 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ahmet Karaaslan is a specialized ENT Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 9 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Firat University School of Medicine, (2002)
  • Umraniye Education and Research Hospital, ENT Residency Program (2011)

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

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Dr. Ugur Dokuzlar

Otolaryngologist

, Bursa, Turkey

17 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ugur Dokuzlar is a specialized ENT Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Ankara, Turkey. The doctor has over 11 Years of experience and is associated with Medicana Bursa Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • Osmangazi University School of Medicine, (2002) Uludag University School of Medicine, Otorhinolaryngology Residency Program (2007)

Hospital Address :

Odunluk Mahallesi, Medicana BURSA HOSPITAL, Akp?nar Caddesi, Nilfer/Bursa, Turkey

Dr. Ismet Emrah Emre

Otolaryngologist

, Istanbul, Turkey

9 Years of experience

Speaks: Turkish , English

 


Dr. Ismet Emrah Emre is a specialized ENT Surgeon in Turkey. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Istanbul, Turkey. The doctor has over 9 Years of experience and is associated with Acibadem University Hospital Atakent.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ismet Emrah Emre is part of:

  • Istanbul Medical Chamber
  • European Facial Plastic Surgery Academy -Web Committee
  • Turkish Face Plastic Academy
  • Turkish Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
  • Istanbul Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Specialists Association
  • Turkish Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery Foundation

Qualifications :

  • 2012 Quatela Plastic Surgery Center, Facial Aesthetics and Reconstruction Department
  • 2012 Johns Hopkins Hospital, Department of Otolaryngology, Department of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • 2012 Virginia Mason Hospital, Department of Otolaryngology, Department of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • 2012 Larrabee Facial Plastic Surgery Center
  • 2011 Regensburg University, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Department of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
  • 2010 Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital, Ear, Nose and Throat Diseases
  • 2003 Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
  • 1997 Kadikoy Anatolian High School

Hospital Address :

Halkal Merkez Mahallesi, Acibadem University Hospital Atakent, Halkal Altnehir stanbul Caddesi, K

Dr. K K Handa

Otolaryngologist

, Gurgaon, India

27 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English

 


Dr. K K Handa is a specialized ENT Surgeon in India. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Gurugram, India. The doctor has over 27 Years of experience and is associated with Medanta - The Medicity.

Association and Memberships Dr. K K Handa is part of:

  • Member Indian Society Of Rhinology
  • Member Indian Society Of Otology
  • Member Of The Voice Foundation Of India
  • Medical Advisor To The Laryngectomy Club Of India
  • Association Of Otolaryngologists Of India (AOI)

Certifications :

  • Commonwealth Fellowship for Training in Lasers, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, U.K. 2004
  • Senior Residency, PGIMER, Chandigarh 1996

Qualifications :

  • DNB - Otorhinolaryngology - DNB board, New Delhi, 1994
  • MNAMS - General Surgery - DNB board, New Delhi, 1994
  • MS - Otorhinolaryngology - POSTGRADUATE INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH, CHANDIGARH, 1993

Hospital Address :

Medanta The Medicity, Medicity, Islampur Colony, Sector 38, Gurugram, Haryana, India

Dr. Carmelo Barbaccia

Otolaryngologist

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Carmelo Barbaccia is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with American Hospital.

Qualifications :

  • MD
  • MBBS

Hospital Address :

American Hospital 1 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Ragaie Abdel Basset Gemaie

Otolaryngologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

25 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English , French

 


Dr. Ragaie Abdel Basset Gemaie is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 29 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital, Al Nahda.

Certifications :

  • Training on laser application in ENT, Head and Neck Surgery from France
  • Traning on Skull based surgery from Zurich and Microvascular free flaps from Belgium

Qualifications :

  • Bachelors (ENT), Cairo University
  • Masters (ENT), Cairo University

Hospital Address :

NMC Speciality Hospital Al Nahda Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Produl Hazarika

Otolaryngologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

35 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Produl Hazarika is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 36 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital.

Certifications :

  • FACS
  • FRCS

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • DLO
  • MS

Hospital Address :

NMC Specialty Hospital Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Arturo Mario Poletti

Otolaryngologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

30 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Arturo Mario Poletti is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 25 Years of experience and is associated with Burjeel Hospital for Advanced Surgery Dubai.

Association and Memberships Dr. Arturo Mario Poletti is part of:

  • Italian Skull Base Society
  • European Skull Base Societies.

Certifications :

  • Fellowship in Otology and Skull Base Surgery

Qualifications :

  • Italian Board in Otorhinolaryngology
  • Italian Board in Audiology
  • Member of Italian Society of Otorhinolaryngology and Cervicofacial Surgery
  • Member of American Academy of Otolaryngology and Neck Surgery

Hospital Address :

Burjeel Hospital for Advanced Surgery Dubai - Sheikh Zayed Road - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Yeshwanth Chakravarthy

Otolaryngologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Yeshwanth Chakravarthy is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 10 Years of experience and is associated with LLH Hospital, Abu Dhabi.

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS(ENT)
  • DNB(ENT)

Hospital Address :

LLH Hospital Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Manoj K Ravindran

Otolaryngologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

20 Years of experience

Speaks: Hindi , English , Malayalam

 


Dr. Manoj K Ravindran is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 30 Years of experience and is associated with .

Certifications :

  • FAGE

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • MS ENT
Dr. Haitham Morsi

Otolaryngologist

, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Haitham Morsi is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with Canadian Specialist Hospital.

Association and Memberships Dr. Haitham Morsi is part of:

  • The Egyptian ORL Society
  • The Egyptian Society of Skull Base Surgery (ESSBS)

Qualifications :

  • MBChB (MD)
  • MSc
  • PhD

Hospital Address :

Canadian Specialist Hospital - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Ahmed Abdelatty Elsayed

Otolaryngologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

10 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Ahmed Abdelatty Elsayed is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 12 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Royal Hospital, Khalifa City.

Association and Memberships Dr. Ahmed Abdelatty Elsayed is part of:

  • He is an eminent member of various medical societies

Qualifications :

  • Medical Degree , BENHA University Medical College, Egypt
  • Master Degree, Otorhinolaryngology, BENHA University Medical College, Egypt

Hospital Address :

NMC Royal Hospital Khalifa City - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

Dr. Walid Mohamed Abdelbary Abdellatif

Otolaryngologist

, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

13 Years of experience

Speaks: Arabic , English

 


Dr. Walid Mohamed Abdelbary Abdellatif is a specialized ENT Surgeon in United Arab Emirates. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates. The doctor has over 15 Years of experience and is associated with NMC Specialty Hospital - Al Ain.

Certifications :

  • Neurotology Fellowship from Vanderbilt University Medical center, Nashville, TN, USA in 2010

Qualifications :

  • MBBS
  • Doctorate of ENT

Hospital Address :

NMC Specialty Hospital Al Ain - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

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About ENT Specialist

ENT Specialist, also called an Otolaryngologist, is a doctor specialized in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disorders of the head, neck, ears, nose, sinuses, voice box (larynx) and other structures. The ENT specialist, who performs surgery to treat these conditions, is called ENT surgeons.

Common symptoms requiring a visit to an ENT Specialist include:

  • Hearing loss and ear disorders (e.g., ear infection, dizziness, tinnitus)
  • Allergies (e.g., hay fever, seasonal rhinitis)
  • Infections (e.g., sinusitis, tonsillitis)
  • Injuries
  • Congenital (present at birth) or acquired abnormalities (e.g., cleft palate, cleft lip, deviated septum, drooping eyelids, loss of smell)
  • Swallowing disorders (e.g., difficulty swallowing)
  • Speech disorders (e.g., hoarseness, laryngitis)
  • Benign (non-cancerous) growths and malignant (cancerous) tumors of the nose, sinuses, mouth, throat, larynx, upper esophagus, thyroid gland and parathyroid (e.g., nasal polyps, head and neck cancer)
  • Certain nerve disorders (e.g., Bell's palsy)
  • Sleep disorders (e.g., sleep apnea, snoring)

Procedures Performed by ENT Specialist

  • Tonsillectomy and Adnoidectomy (tonsils)
  • Myringotomy with Tube Insertion (ear tubes)
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
  • Sleep Apnea Inspire Therapy
  • Corrective breathing surgery
  • Sinus surgery
  • Blepharoplasty
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Excision and biopsy
  • Facial plastic surgery
  • Myringotomy and pressure equalization (PE) tube placement
  • Neck dissection
  • Septoplasty
  • Surgery for snoring or obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Tonsillectomy or adenoidectomy
  • Tracheostomy
  • Tympanoplasty

Top ENT Specialists

DoctorAssociated Hospital
Dr. Shwan HameedNMC Royal Hospital Sharjah, Sharjah
Dr. Vivek Kumar PathakSharda Hospital, Greater Noida
Dr. Vitoon LeekirkgongBangpakok 9 International Hospital, Bangkok
Dr. Sanjay SachdevaMax Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi
Dr. Tomas JakstasKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius
Dr. Yatin SethiVenkateshwar Hospital, New Delhi
Dr. Professor Murat TopakNPISTANBUL Brain Hospital, Istanbul
Dr. Tambi Abraham CherianThumbay University Hospital, Ajman, Ajman

Reasons to avail Online Consultation with ENT Specialist

When you are suffering issues related to your ear, nose, and throat; then you must consult a specialist instead of suffering and tolerating the issue furthermore. A specialist can assist you in a better way as he/she is well-aware of your condition, has in-depth knowledge, and has a correct line of treatment. In this technologically advanced & competent world, medical tourism for ENT procedures has been on a high tide. People are connecting with renowned specialists worldwide not only by traveling to the chosen medical destination but with a virtual consultation before they plan their medical journey. For your better understanding, find the major reasons to avail an online consultation with an ENT specialist-

  • When it comes to chronic ear infections, ear injury, hearing loss, lumps in the neck, or any other ENT conditions; online consultation is a great way to rule out surgical and non-surgical treatment options.
  • ENT specialists are fully equipped with skills & training to find out the reason for the problem and help you manage your condition
  • After assessing your medical records, a specialist can recommend the most suitable tests to diagnose your problem like biopsies, ultrasound exams, or other imaging tests.
  • During an online consultation with an ENT professional, any potential risks and complications are properly addressed, investigated, and handled, if necessary.
  • Connecting with an ENT specialist during pre-operative preparation for any recommended issue can help patients better prepare for their procedure.
  • When surgery is not necessary, ENT specialists can suggest some medications, certain exercises, and changing the diet plan to improve your condition
  • In the case of a hearing implant, you can plan your cochlear implant procedure with the same specialist and travel
  • As an additional qualification, many ENT specialists also pursue an additional 1-2 years of extensive training in any of the subspecialties of otolaryngology.
  • These specialists keep themselves abreast of the latest advancements in technology & treatment modalities by taking part in various national & international conferences, presentations, and events
  • ENT specialists employ a personalized approach to treat the patients. For example, if you have sleep apnea, then he/she may suggest lifestyle changes that can help in losing weight and not smoking, or any other home remedies.
  • When in contact with a skilled and experienced specialist, the post-operative recovery and rehabilitation period becomes seamless, and one is better able to traverse it.
  • With this consultation, the process of choosing the right treating specialist can be done quickly while saving time, effort, and resources. You can evaluate their qualifications and credentials and make the most informed decision
  • With the use of virtual media, long-term management of any eye condition can be done with ease and from the comfort of one's own home.
  • You can speak to any of the cross-borders ENT experts in the English language. For instance, like in Arabic, an interpreter service is available.
  • Online consultation with an ENT specialist can cost you between 123 USD- 456 USD

About ENT Specialist

Who Are ENT Surgeons?

ENT Surgeons are doctors specialized in providing medical and surgical treatment to people who are facing problems and/or conditions pertaining to their ears, nose and/or throat. Patients sometimes visit an otolaryngologist for getting the best ENT treatment for the conditions of ears, nose and throat, other times these doctors of ENT are consulted for ENT surgeries to aesthetically enhance the appearance of the face.

When should you consider visiting an ENT Surgeon?

There can be various symptoms or conditions that might cause you to visit an ENT surgeon. Some of them are as follows:

Ear conditions:

  • Hearing loss, other hearing related problems and deafness
  • Glue ear in i.e. blockage of the ear with fluid
  • Tinnitus causing the ringing in the ears
  • Eustachian tube dysfunction
  • Dizziness and vertigo
  • Ear infections
  • Perforated ear drum and cholesteatoma
  • Protruding ears

Nose conditions:

  • Sinus infection
  • Nasal injuries
  • Nasal polyps
  • Tumours of the nose
  • Nasal obstruction
  • Disorders of the sense of smell

Throat conditions:

  • Tonsillitis
  • Hoarseness and laryngitis
  • Problems in swallowing
  • Upper airway breathing problems
  • Snoring
  • Breathing stops during sleep

Head and neck conditions:

  • Problem and conditions affecting the head and neck

Procedures Performed by ENT Surgeons

  • Tonsillectomy and Adnoidectomy (tonsils)
  • Myringotomy with Tube Insertion (ear tubes)
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
  • Sleep Apnea Inspire Therapy
  • Insertion of grommets for glue ear
  • Tonsillectomy (removal of tonsils) or adenoidectomy (removal of adenoids)
  • Septoplasty
  • Microlaryngoscopy
  • Oesophagoscopy
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Tympanomastoid surgery
  • Open operations to remove neck lumps and salivary gland tumours
  • Tracheostomy

Facial cosmetic surgery is related to ENT surgery

Facial plastic surgery is a part of ENT surgery, which is divided into two categories: cosmetic and reconstructive. Some of the features of facial plastic surgery are:

  • Enhancing aesthetic appeal of facial features
  • Removal of excess skin and fat pads around the upper and lower eyelids
  • Facial reconstruction following trauma or cancer

Which are the countries where we can find Ent Specialist?

Popular Ent Specialist in Top Countries are :

Type of Ent Specialist available Worldwide?

Top Speciality Doctors Worldwide:

  • ENT Surgeon

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Who are the top ENT Specialists in All offering online consultation?

Given below are some of the most sought after ent specialis available for online consultation:

Who is an ENT Specialist?

Otolaryngology is the specialty area that deals with conditions of the ear, nose, and throat (ENT), and related areas of the neck and head. If you are experiencing a problem that is related to your nose, ear, and nose, you can see an ENT specialist, who is also known as an otolaryngologist, or an ear, nose, and throat doctor.

An ENT specialist may have also completed an additional 1-2 years of training in one of the following subspecialty areas:

  • Pediatric otolaryngology (treating ENT problems in children)
  • Allergy
  • Otology/audiology/neurotology (focusing on ears, tinnitus, balance)
  • Facial plastic/reconstructive surgery
  • Laryngology (specializing in the voice, throat, and swallowing)
  • Neck and neck surgery
  • Rhinology (specialization in the sinus cavity and nose)

ENTs deal with anything related to the head, neck, and ears in children and adults, including:

  • sinuses
  • larynx
  • mouth
  • Hearing
  • adenoids and tonsils
  • thyroid
  • throat
  • Cancers of the head, neck, throat
  • Reconstructive or cosmetic surgery on the head or neck
  • Ear tubes
  • Ear surgery
What are the qualifications of an ENT Specialist?

Candidates aspiring to become an ENT specialist must have a 5½ year-MBBS degree followed by MS (ENT) course. The candidates need to follow the below steps to become an ENT Specialist:

  • Students who have to appear in a medical entrance test.
  • After completion of the four and half years of MBBS course and one year and six months of training, one needs to pursue M.S. (ENT).
  • After completing their requisite specialization courses, MS (ENT), and getting the compulsory registration from a medical council, the aspiring ENT specialist can work in a government as well as a private hospital.
  • Those who want to go for more specialization and research work could also opt for M.Ch.(ENT) or P.hD. (ENT) courses after completing 2-3 years of MS (ENT) program.
What conditions do ENT Specialists treat?

An ENT specialist or an otolaryngologist is trained in the treatment and care of a number of conditions that may affect the areas in and around the throat, ears, nose, head, and neck problems. Common conditions an ENT specialist may treat include:

  • Goiter
  • Perforates Eardrum
  • Irregular Ear Shape and Size
  • Deviated Nasal Septum
  • Hearing loss
  • Radiation Necrosis in the Neck
  • Profound Deafness
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Nasal Polyp
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Throat Cancer
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Neck Injury
  • Tonsil
  • Nasal polyp
  • Allergy
  • Nasal congestion
  • Polyps in the nose
  • Throat or vocal cord issues
  • Tonsillar infections/enlarged tonsil
  • Giddiness, vertigo
What diagnostic tests are required by ENT Specialists?

If your ENT specialist suspects you might need surgery or any other treatment for your throat, ears, or nose, you may be recommended to undergo additional testing and screening. It ensures the accuracy of diagnosis so that the right treatment can start.

Your doctors and audiologists can perform a number of tests to help identify the nature of your condition. Besides specific tests for your throat, ears, and nose, doctors might recommend other blood tests or imaging, such as X-rays, MRIs, CT, and PET scans.

  • Audiometric testing
  • Nasal endoscopy
  • Allergy testing
  • CT scan
  • Cultures and biopsies
  • Tympanometry
  • Pure tone audiometry
  • Evoked potential
  • Barium swallow
  • Biopsy
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Laryngeal electromyography
  • Stroboscopy
When should you visit an ENT Specialist?

You need not see an ENT consultant in case you are having problems with your nose, ears, and throat, but it may be sometimes necessary to have specialist care. Knowing when to consult a specialist is crucial as it would ensure that you receive the help you require instead of bearing uncomfortable and painful symptoms.

Consult an ENT specialist if you experience below signs and symptoms:

  • Injury to your nose, throat, ears
  • Nerve problems in your throat, ears, nose
  • Ear infection
  • Tonsil or any adenoid infection
  • Hearing impairment
  • Swimmer's ear, Dizziness, Balance problems
  • Pain in your throat, ears, nose
  • Breathing problem
  • Tinnitus
  • Ear, nose, or throat birth defect
  • Sinus problem
  • Asthma
  • Deviated septum
  • Bleeding nose
  • Cleft palate
  • Sore throat, voice, or swallowing problems
  • Nasal congestion, hoarseness, drooping of the eyelids
  • Problems with smell
What can you expect from your first visit with an ENT Specialist?

Here is an overview of what you expect from your first visit with an ENT Specialist:

  • Exam and conversation: When it is time to meet an ENT specialist, you would be visiting in a private examination room. Also, the doctor would ask about your complete medical history. Make sure to share full details about your health, such as the reason for the visit.
  • Ask Questions: You should write your questions and symptoms beforehand so you do not ignore anything during the appointments.
  • Treatment Plan: An initial examination will provide all the information required to determine the best ways to start a treatment plan. Your ENT can recommend additional testing or medications to be used to look closely at the nose and sinuses.
  • The doctor can collect important details during the exam, which may show that more information is required.
  • The direction of your appointment depends on your overall complaints. For example, in case the complaint is about the ear, they will do ear tests like an audiogram and a tympanogram. If you are experiencing sinus pain, a nasal scope may be used to see the area.
Which are the most common procedures performed by an ENT Specialist?
  • Sinus surgery
  • Blepharoplasty
  • Tonsillectomy, Adnoidectomy (tonsils)
  • Myringotomy with Tube Insertion
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
  • Excision and biopsy
  • Facial plastic surgery
  • Sleep Apnea Inspire Therapy
  • Corrective breathing surgery
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Surgery for snoring, obstructive sleep apnea
  • Thyroid surgery
  • Myringotomy and pressure equalization tube placement
  • Neck dissection
  • Tympanoplasty
  • Tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy
  • Septoplasty
  • Tracheostomy

FAQs related to

Who is an ENT Specialist?

Otolaryngology is the specialty area that deals with conditions of the ear, nose, and throat (ENT), and related areas of the neck and head. If you are experiencing a problem that is related to your nose, ear, and nose, you can see an ENT specialist, who is also known as an otolaryngologist, or an ear, nose, and throat doctor.

An ENT specialist may have also completed an additional 1-2 years of training in one of the following subspecialty areas:

  • Pediatric otolaryngology (treating ENT problems in children)
  • Allergy
  • Otology/audiology/neurotology (focusing on ears, tinnitus, balance)
  • Facial plastic/reconstructive surgery
  • Laryngology (specializing in the voice, throat, and swallowing)
  • Neck and neck surgery
  • Rhinology (specialization in the sinus cavity and nose)

ENTs deal with anything related to the head, neck, and ears in children and adults, including:

  • sinuses
  • larynx
  • mouth
  • Hearing
  • adenoids and tonsils
  • thyroid
  • throat
  • Cancers of the head, neck, throat
  • Reconstructive or cosmetic surgery on the head or neck
  • Ear tubes
  • Ear surgery
What are the qualifications of an ENT Specialist?

Candidates aspiring to become an ENT specialist must have a 5½ year-MBBS degree followed by MS (ENT) course. The candidates need to follow the below steps to become an ENT Specialist:

  • Students who have to appear in a medical entrance test.
  • After completion of the four and half years of MBBS course and one year and six months of training, one needs to pursue M.S. (ENT).
  • After completing their requisite specialization courses, MS (ENT), and getting the compulsory registration from a medical council, the aspiring ENT specialist can work in a government as well as a private hospital.
  • Those who want to go for more specialization and research work could also opt for M.Ch.(ENT) or P.hD. (ENT) courses after completing 2-3 years of MS (ENT) program.
What conditions do ENT Specialists treat?

An ENT specialist or an otolaryngologist is trained in the treatment and care of a number of conditions that may affect the areas in and around the throat, ears, nose, head, and neck problems. Common conditions an ENT specialist may treat include:

  • Goiter
  • Perforates Eardrum
  • Irregular Ear Shape and Size
  • Deviated Nasal Septum
  • Hearing loss
  • Radiation Necrosis in the Neck
  • Profound Deafness
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Nasal Polyp
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Throat Cancer
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Neck Injury
  • Tonsil
  • Nasal polyp
  • Allergy
  • Nasal congestion
  • Polyps in the nose
  • Throat or vocal cord issues
  • Tonsillar infections/enlarged tonsil
  • Giddiness, vertigo
What diagnostic tests are required by ENT Specialists?

If your ENT specialist suspects you might need surgery or any other treatment for your throat, ears, or nose, you may be recommended to undergo additional testing and screening. It ensures the accuracy of diagnosis so that the right treatment can start.

Your doctors and audiologists can perform a number of tests to help identify the nature of your condition. Besides specific tests for your throat, ears, and nose, doctors might recommend other blood tests or imaging, such as X-rays, MRIs, CT, and PET scans.

  • Audiometric testing
  • Nasal endoscopy
  • Allergy testing
  • CT scan
  • Cultures and biopsies
  • Tympanometry
  • Pure tone audiometry
  • Evoked potential
  • Barium swallow
  • Biopsy
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Laryngeal electromyography
  • Stroboscopy
When should you visit an ENT Specialist?

You need not see an ENT consultant in case you are having problems with your nose, ears, and throat, but it may be sometimes necessary to have specialist care. Knowing when to consult a specialist is crucial as it would ensure that you receive the help you require instead of bearing uncomfortable and painful symptoms.

Consult an ENT specialist if you experience below signs and symptoms:

  • Injury to your nose, throat, ears
  • Nerve problems in your throat, ears, nose
  • Ear infection
  • Tonsil or any adenoid infection
  • Hearing impairment
  • Swimmer's ear, Dizziness, Balance problems
  • Pain in your throat, ears, nose
  • Breathing problem
  • Tinnitus
  • Ear, nose, or throat birth defect
  • Sinus problem
  • Asthma
  • Deviated septum
  • Bleeding nose
  • Cleft palate
  • Sore throat, voice, or swallowing problems
  • Nasal congestion, hoarseness, drooping of the eyelids
  • Problems with smell
What can you expect from your first visit with an ENT Specialist?

Here is an overview of what you expect from your first visit with an ENT Specialist:

  • Exam and conversation: When it is time to meet an ENT specialist, you would be visiting in a private examination room. Also, the doctor would ask about your complete medical history. Make sure to share full details about your health, such as the reason for the visit.
  • Ask Questions: You should write your questions and symptoms beforehand so you do not ignore anything during the appointments.
  • Treatment Plan: An initial examination will provide all the information required to determine the best ways to start a treatment plan. Your ENT can recommend additional testing or medications to be used to look closely at the nose and sinuses.
  • The doctor can collect important details during the exam, which may show that more information is required.
  • The direction of your appointment depends on your overall complaints. For example, in case the complaint is about the ear, they will do ear tests like an audiogram and a tympanogram. If you are experiencing sinus pain, a nasal scope may be used to see the area.
Which are the most common procedures performed by an ENT Specialist?
  • Sinus surgery
  • Blepharoplasty
  • Tonsillectomy, Adnoidectomy (tonsils)
  • Myringotomy with Tube Insertion
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
  • Excision and biopsy
  • Facial plastic surgery
  • Sleep Apnea Inspire Therapy
  • Corrective breathing surgery
  • Endoscopic sinus surgery
  • Surgery for snoring, obstructive sleep apnea
  • Thyroid surgery
  • Myringotomy and pressure equalization tube placement
  • Neck dissection
  • Tympanoplasty
  • Tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy
  • Septoplasty
  • Tracheostomy