ENT / Head & Neck Surgery

ENT / Head & Neck Surgery

The Department of ENT, Head & Neck Surgery at Vanaja Hospital offers comprehensive medical and surgical care for disorders affecting the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck. Our team of experienced ENT specialists combines clinical expertise with advanced diagnostic technology to provide precise, patient-centred care for both adults and children.

From common ENT conditions to complex head and neck disorders, our department provides evidence-based treatment with a strong emphasis on minimally invasive endoscopic surgery, hearing restoration, voice care, thyroid surgery, and head & neck oncology. Supported by dedicated audiology and speech pathology services, we offer complete care under one roof—from diagnosis and treatment to rehabilitation and long-term follow-up.

Our Services

Ear Care

• Diagnosis and treatment of ear infections
• Hearing loss evaluation and management
• Hearing aid assessment, fitting and dispensing
• Ear drum repair (Tympanoplasty)
• Mastoid surgery
• Microscopic ear surgery
• Wax removal 
• Ear lobe repair 
• Tinnitus evaluation and treatment
• Vertigo and balance disorder management.

Nose & Sinus Care

• Diagnostic nasal endoscopy
• Endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
• Septoplasty for deviated nasal septum
• Turbinate reduction surgery
• Nasal polyp management
• Allergy evaluation and treatment
• Management of recurrent sinusitis
• Nosebleed (Epistaxis) evaluation and treatment
• CSF leak repair.

Throat & Voice Care

• Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
• Microlaryngeal surgery for vocal cord polyp, cyst and nodule.
• Voice disorder evaluation and treatment
• Hoarseness and swallowing disorder management
• Airway evaluation and endoscopic procedures.

Head & Neck Surgery

• Thyroid surgery
• Management of thyroid disorders requiring surgical intervention
• Salivary gland surgery
• Head and neck tumour surgery
• Oral cavity and neck swelling evaluation
• Comprehensive management of head and neck cancers
• Neck cyst and soft tissue lesion excision.

Paediatric ENT

• Recurrent ear infections
• Adenoid and tonsil disorders
• Speech and language evaluation
• Snoring and obstructive sleep-related breathing disorders.

Audiology Services

• Pure Tone Audiometry (PTA)
• Impedance Audiometry (Tympanometry)
• Hearing aid evaluation, fitting, programming and dispensing
• Follow-up hearing aid support and rehabilitation.

Speech Pathology Services

• Speech and language assessment.
• Speech therapy for children and adults.
• Voice therapy.
• Swallowing rehabilitation.
• Post-operative speech rehabilitation.
• Communication therapy for neurological disorders.

When Should You Visit an ENT Specialist?

Consult our ENT specialists if you experience:

• Hearing loss or reduced hearing
• Ringing in the ears (Tinnitus)
• Persistent dizziness or vertigo
• Frequent ear infections or ear discharge
• Recurrent sinus infections or facial pain
• Chronic nasal blockage
• Allergies affecting the nose or throat
• Frequent nosebleeds
• Persistent sore throat or difficulty swallowing
• Hoarseness lasting more than two weeks
• Neck swelling or thyroid enlargement
• Voice changes
• Snoring or sleep-related breathing problems
• Recurrent headaches associated with sinus disease
• Persistent ear wax causing hearing difficulty
• Any lump in the head or neck region.

Early diagnosis often allows more effective treatment and helps prevent long-term complications.

Facilities

• Comprehensive ENT, Head & Neck Surgery Unit
• Experienced team of consultant ENT surgeons
• Dedicated Audiology and Speech Pathology Department
• Comprehensive hearing assessment services
• Hearing aid evaluation, fitting and dispensing
• Diagnostic nasal endoscopy
• Video laryngoscopy and voice assessment
• Microscopic ear examination and surgery
• Advanced endoscopic ENT surgery
• Thyroid and head & neck surgery services
• Management of head and neck cancers
• Vertigo and balance disorder clinic
• Allergy evaluation and treatment
• Modern operation theatres with advanced surgical equipment
• Comprehensive imaging and laboratory support
• Post-operative ICU and multidisciplinary critical care support.