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ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

The ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) department of Baby Memorial Hospital provides the best quality medical care and treatment for the whole range of Ear, Nose, and Throat related medical problems. The department of Otorhinolaryngology has an expert team of ENT Surgeons and Audiologists, who are equipped to give you the best quality treatment for all ailments of the Ear, Nose, Sinus Head and neck region for patients among all age groups.

The department is equipped with State-of-the-art operating microscopes, diagnostic video endoscopes, and an Audiology lab. The team here is equipped to handle both surgical and non-surgical based treatments.

Considered one of the best facilities in the region, the BMH ENT department offers treatment in Micro laryngeal surgeries, specialised surgeries for sleep disorders including snoring and sleep apnoea, etc.

Panel of Doctors

  • Dr. Paul K. Abraham

    Senior Consultant

  • Dr. Liza Gem John

    Consultant

  • Dr. Vivek S

    Associate Consultant

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Dr. Paul K. Abraham

MBBS, MS

Senior Consultant

With over 25 years of experience in ENT Head & Neck Surgery, I possess a wealth of knowledge and expertise in my field. My professional passion and expertise lie in the field of Septorhinoplasty, where I have developed a high level of precision and artistry in correcting nasal deformities and improving respiratory function.

Area of Interest
His professional passion and expertise lie in the field of Septorhinoplasty, where he have developed a high level of precision and artistry in correcting nasal deformities and improving respiratory function.

Qualifications
  • MBBS
  • Post-Graduation In Ms. (ENT) From The Prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belgaum, In 1998

Additional Qualification
  • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
  • Micro Ear Surgery - Under the esteemed Guidance of Dr. V. Anand At MCV ENT Trust Hospital
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Dr. Paul K. Abraham

Senior Consultant

OP DAYS AND TIMINGS
  • Mon 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Tue 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Wed 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Thu 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Fri 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Sat 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM

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Dr. Liza Gem John

MBBS, DLO

Consultant

Qualifications
  • MBBS - TD Medical College, Alapuzha
  • DLO - KMC, Manipal

Work Experience
  • Worked as a consultant ENT surgeon at Little Flower Hospital Angamaly, Kerala
  • Worked as a consultant ENT surgeon at ST: James Hospital, Chalakudy, Kerala
  • Working as a consultant ENT surgeon at Baby Memorial Hospital, Thodupuzha
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Dr. Liza Gem John

Consultant

OP DAYS AND TIMINGS
  • Mon 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Tue 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Wed 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Thu 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Fri 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Sat 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM

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Dr. Vivek S

MBBS, MS(ENT), DNB(ENT), MNAMS Fellowship in Laryngology

Associate Consultant

An ENT Surgeon, specializing as a Laryngologist, focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the voice, airway, and swallowing. As a Voice, Airway, and Swallowing Specialist, Dr. Vivek manages disorders related to the vocal cords, breathing difficulties, and swallowing issues. This includes both medical and surgical treatments to improve patients’ vocal function, respiratory health, and overall quality of life. In addition to these specialized services, he also treats common ENT disorders, providing comprehensive care for ear, nose, and throat conditions

Area of Interest
  • Treatment of voice, airway, and swallowing disorders
  • Microlaryngeal surgeries for benign and malignant conditions of the voice box
  • Neck surgeries
  • Management of: Salivary gland problems, Chronic cough
  • Common ENT disorders

Qualifications
  • MBBS - Government Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala (2007–2012)
  • MS - ENT - Ballari Medical College and Research Centre, Karnataka (2015–2018)
  • DNB - ENT - National Board of Examinations (2019)
  • MNAMS - National Academy of Medical Sciences, India (2021)
  • Fellowship in Laryngology - Dr. Jayakumar’s Institute of Laryngology, Trivandrum (2021–2022)

Work Experience
  • Senior Resident - ENT - Government Medical College, Alleppey, Kerala (2018–2019)
  • Senior Resident - ENT - Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala (2019–2021)
  • Assistant Professor - ENT - SMIMS, Kulasekharam, Tamil Nadu (2022)
  • Consultant - ENT and Laryngology - Rajagiri Hospital, Aluva (2022–2024)

Memberships
  • Association of Phonosurgeons of India
  • Association of Otolaryngologists of India
  • Association of Otolaryngologists of India – Kerala State
  • Indian Medical Association

Awards & Recognition
  • Awarded second prize for case report presentation in South Zone ENT Conference, Hyderabad (2016)
  • Awarded second prize for poster presentation in 15th Workshop on Phonosurgery, Mumbai (2021)
  • Awarded third prize for best paper in Larynx Conference, Kochi (2022)
  • Second prize for paper presentation in National Phonocon (2023)

Research
  • Ravikishore H, Vivek S, Ramanan H. Infected Epiglottic Cyst Presenting With Stridor in an Adult: A Case Report. Ann. Int. Med. Den. Res. 2018; 4(1):EN01-EN03.
  • Santhi T, Vivek S. Facial Nerve Schwannoma – A Diagnostic and Surgical Dilemma: A Case Report. Int J Sci Stud 2019; 7(5):107–110.
  • Vivek, S., Shankar, G. Changing Trend in the Etiological Spectrum of Hoarseness of Voice in Rural India: A Prospective Hospital-Based Study. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-020-01902-0
  • Vivek, S., Menon, U.K., Sandya, C.J. et al. Study of the Reliability of High Resolution CT Scan Evaluation of Eustachian Tube as Predictor of Predisposition for Chronic Otitis Media. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-020-02117-z
  • Rao KM, Navneeth TP, Vivek S, Rathod SS. Comparative Study of the Outcome of Surgical Decompression in Ludwig’s Angina by Conventional Skin Incision Versus Multiple Interrupted Skin Incisions. Int J Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2020; 6:2054–2057.
  • Vivek, S., Prem, G., Dorasala, S. et al. Videonystagmography (VNG) Findings in Patients with Vestibular Migraine: A Hospital-Based Study. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-021-02953-7
  • Vivek S, Menon JR, Nair RM. Decision-making in Arytenoid Granuloma Management: An Insight into the Presentations and Etiology. Int J Phonosurg Laryngol 2021; 11(2):61–65.
  • Soman V, Menon JR, Issac ME, et al. Congenital Cricopharyngeal Achalasia in an Infant Treated by External Cricopharyngeal Myotomy: A Case Report. Int J Phonosurg Laryngol 2022; 12(1):16–18.
  • Vivek S, Menon JR, Issac ME, Varghese B. Validation of Ni's Grading and European Laryngological Society Grading for Laryngeal Lesions: A Prospective Cross-sectional Study. Int J Phonosurg Laryngol 2023; 13(2):19–23.
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Dr. Vivek S

Associate Consultant

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Dr. Paul K. Abraham
Senior Consultant

With over 25 years of experience in ENT Head & Neck Surgery, I possess a wealth of knowledge and expertise in my field. My professional passion and expertise lie in the field of Septorhinoplasty, where I have developed a high level of precision and artistry in correcting nasal deformities and improving respiratory function.

Area of Interest
His professional passion and expertise lie in the field of Septorhinoplasty, where he have developed a high level of precision and artistry in correcting nasal deformities and improving respiratory function.
  • MBBS
  • Post-Graduation In Ms. (ENT) From The Prestigious Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Belgaum, In 1998
  • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
  • Micro Ear Surgery - Under the esteemed Guidance of Dr. V. Anand At MCV ENT Trust Hospital
OP DAYS AND TIMINGS
  • Mon 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Tue 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Wed 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Thu 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Fri 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
  • Sat 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
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Dr. Liza Gem John
Consultant
  • MBBS - TD Medical College, Alapuzha
  • DLO - KMC, Manipal
  • Worked as a consultant ENT surgeon at Little Flower Hospital Angamaly, Kerala
  • Worked as a consultant ENT surgeon at ST: James Hospital, Chalakudy, Kerala
  • Working as a consultant ENT surgeon at Baby Memorial Hospital, Thodupuzha
OP DAYS AND TIMINGS
  • Mon 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Tue 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Wed 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Thu 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Fri 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
  • Sat 10:00 AM - 02:30 PM
ummer
Dr. Vivek S
Associate Consultant

An ENT Surgeon, specializing as a Laryngologist, focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the voice, airway, and swallowing. As a Voice, Airway, and Swallowing Specialist, Dr. Vivek manages disorders related to the vocal cords, breathing difficulties, and swallowing issues. This includes both medical and surgical treatments to improve patients’ vocal function, respiratory health, and overall quality of life. In addition to these specialized services, he also treats common ENT disorders, providing comprehensive care for ear, nose, and throat conditions

Area of Interest
  • Treatment of voice, airway, and swallowing disorders
  • Microlaryngeal surgeries for benign and malignant conditions of the voice box
  • Neck surgeries
  • Management of: Salivary gland problems, Chronic cough
  • Common ENT disorders
  • MBBS - Government Medical College, Kottayam, Kerala (2007–2012)
  • MS - ENT - Ballari Medical College and Research Centre, Karnataka (2015–2018)
  • DNB - ENT - National Board of Examinations (2019)
  • MNAMS - National Academy of Medical Sciences, India (2021)
  • Fellowship in Laryngology - Dr. Jayakumar’s Institute of Laryngology, Trivandrum (2021–2022)
  • Senior Resident - ENT - Government Medical College, Alleppey, Kerala (2018–2019)
  • Senior Resident - ENT - Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, Kerala (2019–2021)
  • Assistant Professor - ENT - SMIMS, Kulasekharam, Tamil Nadu (2022)
  • Consultant - ENT and Laryngology - Rajagiri Hospital, Aluva (2022–2024)
  • Association of Phonosurgeons of India
  • Association of Otolaryngologists of India
  • Association of Otolaryngologists of India – Kerala State
  • Indian Medical Association
  • Awarded second prize for case report presentation in South Zone ENT Conference, Hyderabad (2016)
  • Awarded second prize for poster presentation in 15th Workshop on Phonosurgery, Mumbai (2021)
  • Awarded third prize for best paper in Larynx Conference, Kochi (2022)
  • Second prize for paper presentation in National Phonocon (2023)
  • Ravikishore H, Vivek S, Ramanan H. Infected Epiglottic Cyst Presenting With Stridor in an Adult: A Case Report. Ann. Int. Med. Den. Res. 2018; 4(1):EN01-EN03.
  • Santhi T, Vivek S. Facial Nerve Schwannoma – A Diagnostic and Surgical Dilemma: A Case Report. Int J Sci Stud 2019; 7(5):107–110.
  • Vivek, S., Shankar, G. Changing Trend in the Etiological Spectrum of Hoarseness of Voice in Rural India: A Prospective Hospital-Based Study. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-020-01902-0
  • Vivek, S., Menon, U.K., Sandya, C.J. et al. Study of the Reliability of High Resolution CT Scan Evaluation of Eustachian Tube as Predictor of Predisposition for Chronic Otitis Media. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (2020). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-020-02117-z
  • Rao KM, Navneeth TP, Vivek S, Rathod SS. Comparative Study of the Outcome of Surgical Decompression in Ludwig’s Angina by Conventional Skin Incision Versus Multiple Interrupted Skin Incisions. Int J Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2020; 6:2054–2057.
  • Vivek, S., Prem, G., Dorasala, S. et al. Videonystagmography (VNG) Findings in Patients with Vestibular Migraine: A Hospital-Based Study. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg (2021). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12070-021-02953-7
  • Vivek S, Menon JR, Nair RM. Decision-making in Arytenoid Granuloma Management: An Insight into the Presentations and Etiology. Int J Phonosurg Laryngol 2021; 11(2):61–65.
  • Soman V, Menon JR, Issac ME, et al. Congenital Cricopharyngeal Achalasia in an Infant Treated by External Cricopharyngeal Myotomy: A Case Report. Int J Phonosurg Laryngol 2022; 12(1):16–18.
  • Vivek S, Menon JR, Issac ME, Varghese B. Validation of Ni's Grading and European Laryngological Society Grading for Laryngeal Lesions: A Prospective Cross-sectional Study. Int J Phonosurg Laryngol 2023; 13(2):19–23.

Major Conditions Handled

  • Foreign Body removal
  • Extended Endoscopic
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
  • Endoscopic repair of CSF (Cerebral Spinal Fluid) Rhinorrhoea
  • Septoplasty
  • Arterial Ligations (Sphenopalatine, Ethmoidal, Maxillary, and External Carotid) for Epistaxis
  • Surgery For Tumours of The Nose And PNS
  • Adenotonsillectomy
  • Surgery for Treatment of Snoring (OSAS) such as Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) Expansion Sphincteroplasty Tongue Base Reduction
  • Adult & Paediatric Tracheostomy
  • Salivary Gland Surgeries
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Surgery for Subglottic and Tracheal Stenosis
  • Surgery for Swallowing Disorders

 

Key Procedures Done

  • Cauterization for Nasal Bleed
  • Video Endoscopy Facilities for all Types of Endoscopic Sinus Surgeries
  • Septoplasty
  • Surgery for Tumours of the Nose and PNS
  • Endoscopic Surgery Treatment for Sinus Diseases Including Sinusitis, Nasal Polyposis, Nasal Bleeding and Benign, and Malignant tumors. Endoscopic Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Rhinorrhoea Repair.

Audiology & Speech Therapy

  • Pure Tone Audiometry & Special Tests
  • Hearing Aid Trial & Fitting
  • Tympanometry
  • ASSR (Auditory Steady-State Response)
  • OAE (Otoacoustic Emissions)
  • Behavioural Audiometry
  • Speech Assessment & Therapy

 

Specialised Services

  • Ear Lobe Repair
  • Ear & Nose Piercing
  • Nasal Endoscopy
  • Video Laryngoscopy
  • Flexible Fiberoptic Nasopharyngolaryngoscopy
  • Microscopy of the Ear/ Foreign Body Removal
  • Intratympanic Gentamicin Administration
  • Myringotomy & Grommet Insertion
  • Epley’s Manoeuvre
  • Cold Caloric Testing
  • Positional Testing
  • Ear Piercing & Ear Lobe Repair (Repetition)
  • Cauterization For Nasal Bleed

 

Infrastructure & Facilities

  • Dedicated Operation Theatre
  • Dedicated Procedure Room
  • Endoscopy Suite