Our Departments
E.N.T & ALLIED
Overview
The Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Department at our hospital is recognized for delivering comprehensive care across the full spectrum of ENT conditions and procedures. From routine consultations to complex surgical interventions, our multidisciplinary team—which includes ENT specialists, head and neck surgeons, onco-surgeons, plastic surgeons, therapists, and trained support staff—works together to provide seamless and effective treatment.
Equipped with cutting-edge technology and modern surgical facilities, our department is committed to achieving the best possible clinical outcomes while ensuring patient comfort and satisfaction remain at the forefront of our care approach.

Services
Outpatient & Inpatient Services
Specialist Consultation with ENT Examination
Thorough evaluation and treatment plans tailored to your condition.Flexible Nasal and Laryngeal Endoscopy
Minimally invasive diagnostic procedure for detailed assessment of the nasal passages and vocal cords.Ear Microscopy
Precise examination and treatment of ear conditions using high-magnification tools.Otology Services
Management of hearing loss, ear infections, tinnitus, vertigo, and other ear-related disorders.Rhinology & Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Diagnosis and treatment of nasal obstruction, sinusitis, nasal polyps, and allergy-related issues using advanced endoscopic techniques.Laryngology & Phonosurgery
Specialised care for voice disorders, vocal cord lesions, hoarseness, and professional voice users.Minor ENT Procedures
In-clinic procedures such as foreign body removal, ear syringing, nasal cautery, and small biopsies.
Outpatient Allied Services
Audiology
Comprehensive hearing assessment, hearing aid fitting, impedance audiometry, and newborn hearing screening.Speech & Language Therapy
Evaluation and therapy for speech delays, voice disorders, stammering, swallowing difficulties, and post-surgical rehabilitation for voice and speech.
Our Promise
Our ENT team at Holy Spirit Hospital is dedicated to delivering compassionate and evidence-based care using modern diagnostic tools and surgical techniques. Whether it’s a routine ear infection or a complex voice disorder, we aim to restore health and improve quality of life.

Infrastructure and Technology
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1. Dedicated ENT Consultation and Procedure Rooms
Soundproof consultation rooms for accurate auditory assessments.
Minor procedure rooms with adequate lighting and sterilization setup.
Ergonomic ENT chairs with adjustable headrests for patient comfort.
2. Diagnostic Equipment
Flexible and Rigid Endoscopes (Nasal, Laryngeal, Oto-endoscopes)
For high-resolution visualization of the nasal passages, vocal cords, and ear canal.Endoscopy Tower with Camera System
Equipped with HD monitors and recording systems for documentation and patient education.Ear Microscopes
High-magnification microscopes for precision diagnosis and microsurgery of the ear.Tympanometer and Audiometer
For middle ear pressure testing and detailed hearing assessments.
3. Audiology Setup
Sound-treated Audiometry Booth
To conduct pure tone audiometry (PTA), speech audiometry, and special hearing tests.Otoacoustic Emission (OAE) & Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA)
For newborn screening and assessment of auditory nerve function.Impedance Audiometry & Eustachian Tube Function Testing
For middle ear evaluation.
4. Speech & Voice Therapy Unit
Voice Analysis Software (VAG, Computerized Speech Lab)
For detailed evaluation and documentation of voice quality and speech patterns.Biofeedback Tools
Useful in therapy for stammering, voice modulation, and post-surgical rehabilitation.
5. Advanced Surgical Infrastructure
Modular Operating Theatres with ENT Microscope
For micro-ear surgery, cochlear implantation, and delicate throat procedures.Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Set (FESS Instruments)
High-definition camera systems and microdebriders for precise sinus surgeries.Coblation Technology
Minimally invasive soft-tissue dissection used in tonsillectomy, turbinate reduction, etc.Navigation System (Image-Guided Surgery)
Especially useful in complex sinus and skull base surgeries.
6. Post-operative Recovery & ICU Support
ENT-specific post-op recovery protocols including airway management.
Availability of High Dependency Unit (HDU) or ICU for complicated head and neck cases.
7. Sterilization & Infection Control
Autoclaves, Ultrasonic Cleaners, and UV Chambers
To maintain high standards of hygiene and instrument sterilization.
8. Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Integration
For storing patient history, audiograms, endoscopic images, and voice recordings.
Enables better follow-up, continuity of care, and teleconsultations.
✅ Optional Advanced Technologies
Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS)
For minimally invasive treatment of oropharyngeal tumors.Balloon Sinuplasty System
For outpatient treatment of chronic sinusitis.Laser Equipment
For phonosurgery and superficial lesions.
Professionals

Dr Christopher Desouza
Honorary ENT and Skull Base Surgeon
MS,DORL, MS, DNB, FACS, FRCS (England), FRCS (Ireland), Fellow of the American Neurotology Society, Doctor of Literature(D. Lit) Honoris Causa MUHS.
Available Timings:
- Thurs: 12:00 pm - 02:00 pm
- Sat: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Dr Sujata Rao
ENT/ Otolaryngologist, Vertigo Specialist
MS - ENT, Post Graduate Diploma In Hospital Administration (PGDHA), , Diploma - OLO - Rhino-Laryngology
Available Timings:
- Tue : 12:30 pm - 02:00 pm
- Wed: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
- Sat: 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Dr Vishal Tyagi
ENT and Head & Neck Surgery, ENT (Otolaryngology), Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, Paediatric ENT
MS- ENT
Available Timings:
- Mon / Wed / Fri: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Dr Adip Shetty
Cochlear Implant Surgeon
MBBS, M.S.( ENT ), F.A.G.E , Certified Cochlear Implant Surgeon: Innsbruck austria MED EL , BAHA: Cochlear Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia., Specialized training in otology: BONN university Germany , Voice training at MT Sinai Hospital, New York
Available Timings:
- Tue / Thurs: 8:00 am - 10:00 am
- Sat : 11:30 am - 01:30 pm

Dr Diane Biju
Allergy Clinic
MBBS, DORL ENT ALLERGOLOGIST
Available Timings:
- : Daily

Dr Ashish Castellino
Micro ear surgery, Hearing Implant Surgery, Endoscopic Sinus Surgery, Phonosurgery, Salivary gland & Thyroid Surgery
DNB, MNAMS, FIO, Implant Otology Fellowship at the Madras ENT Research Foundation (MERF)
Available Timings:
- Monday / Friday: 8:30am to 10:30 a.m