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Overview
The Department of ENT and Head & Neck surgery provides comprehensive care to patients with diseases of the ear, nose, throat and head and neck, the anatomic limits being the dura above and the pleura below.
Well trained surgeons with sound knowledge are offering best care to the patients with the help of state of the art equipment’s and instruments resulting in best outcomes
Vision
To provide high quality evidence based medical education to the undergraduate and postgraduate students, high quality patient care and ethical research to serve the community and become globally recognized center of excellence in otorhinolaryngology, head and neck surgery.
Mission
  • To train the undergraduates in basic ENT care and emergency management.
  • To train the postgraduates in ENT basic as well as advanced modalities like neuro otology, head and neck surgeries, cochlear implants, LASER surgeries, OSA surgeries, Rhinoplasty surgery.
  • To collaborate with national & international institutes for knowledge sharing & excellence.
  • To provide quality 24×7 emergency and inpatient care.
  • To provide rehabilitation services to the hearing and speech impaired patients.
  • To ensure active participation in deafness screening programmes and initiate cochlear implant surgeries to eliminate deafness in the community.
Program Specific Outcomes
Generic Outcomes
To provide adequate knowledge and skills for optimally dealing with common disorders and emergencies and principles of rehabilitation of the impaired hearing
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)-UG
  • PSO 1 – Knowledge of the Oto -rhino- laryngological (ENT) emergencies and problems
  • PSO 2 – Ability to recognize, diagnose and manage common problems in ENT and emergencies in ENT in primary care setting
  • PSO 3 – Ability to examine ENT systematically and to perform simple ENT procedures as applicable in a primary care setting
  • PSO 4 – Ability to recognize hearing impairment and refer to the appropriate hearing impairment rehabilitation program and following it up
  • PSO 5 – Ability to diagnose refer to a referral center the cases of ENT, Head and neck malignancies and guiding them properly to get the appropriate treatment without time lag.
  • PSO 6 – Attending the CME, undergoing hands on training on new techniques and implementing the procedures in the day-to-day practice
  • PSO 7 – To develop the proper way of communicating the patient’s attendee regarding the healthcare given for the terminally ill patients and about the potential outcomes of the treatments offered and also the availability of highly advanced recent techniques in the higher centers.
  • PSO 8 – Detecting the SN hearing loss early in the newborn and guiding to get cochlear implant done in Tertiary health care center and the ability to explain about the rehabilitation methods available for the child after cochlear implant
  • PSO 9 – The ability to organize public awareness program on cancer prevention by highlighting the causative factors like alcohol, tobacco and enquiring to quit those habits
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)-PG
  • Practice his specialty ethically keeping in mind the requirement of the patient, community and people at large.
  • Demonstrate sufficient understanding of basic sciences related to his specialty and be able to integrate such knowledge in his Clinical practice.
  • Diagnose and manage majority of conditions in his specialty (clinically and with the help of relevant investigations)
  • Plan and advise measures for the promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative aspects of health and diseases in the specialty of ENT.
  • Should be able to demonstrate his cognitive skills in the field of ENT and its ancillary branches during the formative and summative evaluation processes.
  • Play the assigned role in the implementation of National Health Programs
  • Demonstrate competence in basic concepts of research methodology and writing thesis and research papers.
  • Develop good learning, communication and teaching skills.
  • Demonstrate sufficient understanding of basic sciences and the clinical applications related to the specialty to be able to integrate this knowledge into Clinical practice. Acquire in-depth knowledge in the subject including recent advances.
  • Demonstrate that he is fully conversant with the latest diagnostics & therapeutics available.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
  • PEO1-Acquire basic knowledge, clinical applications and transfer the knowledge into clinical practice ethically and also attending the CME, undergoing hands on training on new techniques and implementing the procedures in the day-to-day practice.
  • PEO2-Able to explain about the Promotive, Preventive, curative and rehabilitative methods available in ENT.
  • PEO3-Ability to recognize hearing impairment and refer to the appropriate hearing impairment rehabilitation program and following it up.
  • PEO4-Understanding the basic concepts of research methodology and ability to write thesis and publish research papers.
  • PEO5-Ability to acquire good teaching and communication skills. PEO6-Able to perceive and reflect the knowledge in ENT and other ancillary branches during the formative and summative evaluation.
Faculty List
S.No. Faculty Name Designation
1 Dr. Tambi Abraham Cherian Professor and Head
2 Dr. Kiran. B Professor
3 Dr. Neeraj Sharma Professor
4 Dr. Balaji. R Associate Professor
5 Dr. Santhosh Kumar Associate Professor
6 Dr. Gayathri V Assistant Professor
7 Dr. Poongkamali. J Assistant Professor
8 Dr. Hemlakshmi. R Assistant Professor
9 Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Assistant Professor
10 Dr. Sushama Devi Senior Resident
11 Dr. Karthikeyan. P Senior Resident
12 Dr. Parvatha. S. R Senior Resident
Facilities
  • The Department of E.N.T (Otorhinolaryngology) is functioning from the inception of SMVMCH
  • The Department has experienced faculties
  • The outpatient department has 4 consultation rooms
  • Procedure room
  • Minor operation theatre
  • Speech therapy room
  • Endoscopy Room
  • Microscopy Room
  • Audiometry room facilities available
  • Pure Tone Audiometry
  • Tympanometry
  • BERA
  • ENG
  • OAE
  • The inpatient ward has 60 beds and equipped with post-operative ward and ICU beds.
  • The operation theatre is equipped with operating microscope (zeiss), endoscopes (storz), and microsurgical instruments, microdebrider.
  • All surgeries related to E.N.T are performed regularly
Special Clinics
Special clinics are conducted on the following days
Day Clinic Time
Tuesday Vertigo clinic 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Thursday Allergic Rhinitis 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Friday Tumor clinic 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Academics
The Undergraduates are trained in ENT as per CBME UG Curriculum by NMC Regular theory, clinical classes are conducted, and periodic evaluation of the students is done with theory and clinical examinations
Clinical postings
The clinical postings are as scheduled as follows
Year Semester Weekly
Phase II 3rd Semester
4th  Semester		 2 Wks.2 Wks.
Phase III Part – I 5th Semester
6th Semester		 2 Wks. 2 Wks.
Phase III Part – II 7th Semester
8th Semester		 2 Wks. 2 Wks.
1. Theory classes
Semester Weekly
5th Semester Twice
6th Semester Twice
7th Semester Once
8th Semester Once
2. Postgraduate Teaching
The Postgraduate are trained in ENT as per CBME PG Curriculum by NMC. The postgraduate students are posted in OPD, ward, major and minor operation theatres for acquiring clinical skills, and regular teaching sessions in the form of lectures, seminars, short discussions and journal club are held. The departmental library has the latest books required for postgraduate training, and can be utilized for the same. Seminars and other teaching programs are conducted in air conditioned room.

3. Teaching Schedule

Day I Week II Week III Week IV Week
Monday Case presentation Case presentation Case presentation Case presentation
Tuesday Seminar Scientific Society Seminar Seminar
Wednesday Seminar Seminar Seminar Mortality Review Meeting
Thursday Journal Club Journal Club Journal Club Group Discussion
Friday – – – Group Discussion
Awards
Faculty Programme Topic Awards
Dr. Poongkamali AOI Digital Summit E – Poster in the Solitary Plasmacytoma of Thyroid – A Case Report –

AOI Digital Summit		 3rd Prize
Faculty Awards PG Awards
Name of the Postgraduates Programme Topic Awards
Dr. Aberaami .V Intercollegiate ENT Postgraduate Quiz Competion – “ENTellect” 2026 Quiz 3rd Prize
Dr. Priyanka .N
Dr. Pradheep. K “ENT” IRE PG ACADEMIA – 2 2020 OSCE Examination 1st Prize
Dr. Akshaya. A.C. Association of Otolaryngologists of India AOI (Mid – Term Conference 2018 Poster Presentation 2nd Prize
University Medals
Name of the Post Graduates Batch University Medal
Dr. Jayasree .B 2022 to 2025 Gold Medal
Dr. Pradheep 2017 to 2020 Gold Medal
Outreach
  1. Community visited Thiruvennainallur Rural Health Training Centre every Friday between 8 am. to 1 pm.
  2. World Hearing Day Celebration 2026 – “From Communities to Classrooms – Hearing Care for all Children” at SMV School – 02.03.2026
  3. World Hearing Day Celebration 2025 – Medical Camp in SMV School to screen ENT Paediatric problems – 03.03.2025
Research
S. No Scopus/WOS/ PubMed ID/UGC Care No. Publication Type Publication Title Author-name Journal-name Department Year Indexing
1 https://doi.org/10.1186/s43163-026-01024-4. International (Research Article)  Occupational voice fatigueamong healthcare professionals in a tertiarycare institute: a cross sectional study Saaketh Boddupalli1*, Jayasree B.1, Poongkamali J.1, Gayatheri Vengadesan1 and Akash Murali1 The Egyptian Journalof Otolaryngology ENT 31.01.2026 Scopus
2 https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11985635/ National (Clinical Report Giant Dysplastic Sinonasal Inverted Papilloma J Poongkamali 1,✉, Anbarasan Arunkumar 1 Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT April 2025 Pubmed
3 https://www.worldwidejournals.com/indian-journal-of-applied-research-(IJAR)/fileview/an-oropharyngeal-enigma-lymphoid-hyperplasia-of-the-tonsil-and-tongue-base_April_2025_4171452719_2800195.pdf National (Original Research Paper) An oropharyngeal enigma :lymphoid hyperplasia of the Tonsil and tongue base SaakethBoddupalli* Kavya R GayatheriVengadesan Poongkamali J Indian Journal of Applied Research ENT April 2025 Pubmed
4 https://journals.lww.com/jcsr/fulltext/2025/01000/management_of_large_tympanic_membrane_perforations.2.aspx National (Original Article)  Management of large tympanic membrane perforations – A comparative study Boddupalli, Saaketh1; Gouripeddi, Sreenivas2 2025 Journal of Clinical and Scientific Research ENT 02.04.2025 DOAJ
5 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/397688485 International (Original Research Paper) Reconstructive technique for central mandibulectomy defectUsing pectoralis major osteomyocutaneous flap Jayasree Babu, VigneshwaranBalasubiramaniyan, VaithiswaranArikrishnan, BoddupalliSaaketh International journal of scientific research ENT Nov. 2025 Pubmed
6 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40727119/ National (Clinical Report)  Unseen Risks: A Case Report on Drug-induced Nasal Septal Perforation  Boddupalli Saaketh1 · Sharulatha Raguraman1 · J. Poongkamali1 · Gayatheri Vengadesan1 · Hemalakshmi Ravikumar1  Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT 18.05.2025 Pubmed
7 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38883535/ National (A Rare Case Report) Lacrimal sac Aspergillosis Masquerading as Malignancy: A Rare CaseReport Sharulatha Raguraman1 · Akshat Kushwaha1 · Lokesh Kumar Penubarthi1 Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT 06.02.2024 Pubmed
8 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39216291/ International ( A Case Report)  Basal cell adenoma of the deep lobe of the parotid gland misdiagnosed as mucoepidermoid carcinoma – A case report Neemu Hage a,*, R. Balaji a, Namit Kant Singh a, Sumitra Sivakoti b, Somalwar B. Shrinivas b International Journal of Surgery Case Reports ENT 28.08.2024 Pubmed
9 https://journals.lww.com/IJAB International (A Rare Case Report) One More Chance to see the World: A Rare Case Report on Sphenoid Mucocele Causing Vision Loss Sharulatha Raguraman 1, Akshat Kushwaha 1,✉, P Lokesh Kumar 1, Sunil Kumar Saxena 1 Wolters Kluwer – Mednow ENT 25.09.2024 Mednow
10 https://www.ijopl.com/doi/pdf/10.5005/jp-journals-10023-1262 International (A Case Report) Adult Epiglottitis—Pitfalls of Management: A Case Report Balaji Ramamourthy1, Neemu Hage2 , Namit K Singh3 International Journal of Phonosurgery & Laryngology, ENT 15.11.2024 Pubmed
11 https://www.worldwidejournals.com/indian-journal-of-applied-research-(IJAR)/article/inverted-papilloma-a-case-report/MzQ2MDk=/ National (Original Research Paper) Inverted papilloma: a case report Dr. BathulaDeepthi*, Dr. MaddelaKalyani, Dr. ArthyRajasekhar Indian Journal of Applied Research ENT Feb. 2023 Pubmed
12 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12070-023-04102-8 National (Clinical Report)  Isolated Papillary Thyroid Carcinoma of the Pyramidal Lobe: A Case Report and Review of Literature  Neemu Hage1 · Krishna Medha1 · R Balaji1 · Namit Kant Singh1 · Seetu Palo2 · Gunvanti Rathod2 Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT 25.07.2023 Pubmed
13 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s43163-023-00508-x International (Original Article) Probable impact of environmental radiationon thyroid swellings in areas of EasternHyderabad and Nalgonda Namit Kant Singh1* , Neemu Hage1 , Shailaja Prabhala2, Balaji Ramamourthy1 , Sushmitha Nagaraju1 andKrishna Medha Kappagantu1 The Egyptian Journal of Otolaryngology ENT 27.09.2023 Springer
14 https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/16496/53755_CE[Nik]_F(SHU)_PF1(AsG_KM)_PFA(AsG_KM)_PN(KM).pdf International (A Plot Study) Pathogenic Microbial Flora in Middle Ear Mucosa of Chronic Otitis Media Inactive Mucosal Disease: Relevance in Surgical Outcome of Tympanoplasty: a pilot Study D.Mohan, Rajarajeswari N,Cherian T.A.,Cherian M.K. and Shashikala Nair; European Journal of Molecular and Clinical Medicine ENT 2022 Google Scholar
15 https://www.jcdr.net/articles/PDF/16496/53755_CE[Nik]_F(SHU)_PF1(AsG_KM)_PFA(AsG_KM)_PN(KM).pdf National (A Systematic Review) Pyogenic Granuloma of the Lower Airway – A Systematic Review VM Lakshana Deve, R Sithananda Kumar, Venkatesan, TC Vikram raj Mohanam, RG Arthy Jayapriya Djamboulingam, Mary Kurien Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research ENT 01.06.2022 Crossref, Cite Factor
16 https://www.bldeujournalhs.in/article.asp?issn=2468-838X;year=2022;volume=7;issue=1;spage=156;epage=158;aulast=Muruganidhi National (Case Report) A deep lobe parotid tumor tending the facial nerve and its branches Nisha Muruganidhi, Matiappan Rajagopal, Santhanakrishnan Kaliavaradan, Poornima S. Bhat BLDE University Journal of Health Sciences ENT 27.06.2022 NJLM
17 https://journals.lww.com/ijoo/fulltext/2022/28020/congenital_mastoid_cholesteatoma_of_adult_patient.11.aspx National (Case Report) Congenital Mastoid Cholesteatoma of Adult PatientMasquerading as Complicated Otitis Media – A Case Reportand Literature Review Balaji Ramamourthy, Anurag Snehi Ramavat, Neemu Hage, Arun Govind Indian Journal of Otolaryngology ENT June 2022 Springer
18 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33504538/ National (Case Report) Laryngeal lymphangioma as a cause of respiratorydistress in an adult with Down’s syndrome: anextremely rare presentation Neha Chauhan, Balaji Ramamourthy, Manjul Muraleedharan, Ramandeep Singh Virk BMJ Publishing Group Limited ENT 27.01.2021 Pubmed
19 https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn%3Aaaid%3Ascds%3AUS%3A6b21b758-a48d-3d54-8378-246f12c4a6ed National (Original Article) Translation and validation of the Voice Handicap Index in Tamil language Santhanakrishnan Kaliavaradan, Poornima S.Bhat, Mariappan Rajagopal, V.Vinayagamoorthy,Venugopal, Pravin Surendran, Nisha Muruganidhi, K.R. Srinivasene, Indian journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT 17.03.2021 PebMed
20 https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12070-021-02579-9 National (Original Article) Bilateral Puffy Orbits in a toddler: Therapeutic Challenges N Rajarajeswari , MaryKurien ,  Sithananda Kumar ,  Jaise Jacob , RG Arthy  & Vishnu Bhat   Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT 27.04.2021 Scopus, PebMed
21 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36742827/ National (Clinical Report) Severe Snoring in a Young Healthy Female: A Diagnostic Surprise Balaji Ramamourthy1• Kanika Arora1• Amanjit Bal 2• Sourabha K. Patro1 Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT 07.07.2021 Pubmed
22 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8354302/ National (Original Article) Course of Hyposmia and Hypogeusia and their Relationship with Severity of COVID-19 Disease among Indian Population Santhanakrishnan Kaliavaradan1 Poornima S. Bhat1 Mariappan Rajagopal1V. Vinayagamoorthy2 M. Vimal3 Sathiyanarayanan Janakiraman4 Nisha Muruganidhi1 K. R. Srinivasane1 J. Jaswanthkumar5 J. Ilamparithi Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surgery ENT 10.08.2021 Scopus, PebMed
23 https://www.aijoc.com/doi/pdf/10.5005/jp-journals-10003-1370 International (Case Report) Rhinocerebral Mucormycosis with Petrositis Presenting with Gradenigo’s Triad: A Diagnostic Dilemma Kanika Arora1 , Balaji Ramamourthy2 , Satyawati Mohindra3 Kanika Arora1, Balaji Ramamourthy2, Satyawati Mohindra3 Otorhinolaryngology Clinics: An International Journal ENT Aug. 2021 ORCID
24 https://jptcp.com/index.php/jptcp/article/view/9758 National (Article) Silent Monster inside the ear! Understanding the level of awareness about Cholesteatoma in hospital visitors of Puducherry Poornima S Bhat, Santhanakrishnan Kaliavaradan, Pravin Surendran, Nisha Muruganidhi Research Square ENT 30.09.2021 Springer Nature
25 https://www.jaypeejournals.com/abstractArticleContentBrowse/JPMER/20327/JPJ/fullText National (Case Report) Successful Management of Congenital Glottic Web UsingPlasma Ablation and Fibrin Glue in an Infant: A Case Report Balaji Ramamourthy1, Anant Basotia2, Divya Jain3, Joseph L Mathew4, Ramandeep Virk5 Journal of Postgraduate Medicine, Education and Research ENT June 2020 DOAJ
26 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32837940/ National (Clinical Report) A Novel Technique of Draping for Otologic Surgery: Mitigationof Aerosol Generation During Covid Pandemic Naresh K. Panda1• Ganesh Agarwal1• Neemu Hage1• R. Balaji Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery ENT July 2020 Pubmed
27  http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20203218 International (Case Report) Recurrent dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans of head and neck with fibrosarcomatous change: a challenge for the head and neck surgeon  Balaji Ramamourthy1, Kanika Arora1, Balamurugan Thirunavukkarasu2, Anurag S. Ramavat1*, Amanjit Bal2  International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery ENT July 2020 Pubmed
28 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7519701/ Inter National (Original Article) Model for hands-on tonsillectomy surgical training of postgraduate residents during COVID – 19 Pandemic Poornima Shankar Bhat,Santhanakrishnan Kaliavaradan, Nisha Muruganidhi,P.L.Sedhu European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology ENT 26.09.2020 UGC Care, Scopus,
29 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34471617/ National (Descriptive Study) Role of Total Thyroidectomy in Painful (Symptomatic) Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Descriptive Study Atul Mukul Bage, Pradheep Kalatharan Indian Journal Otolaryngoly Head Neck Surg. ENT 07.09.2020 Scopus, PebMed
30 https://journals.lww.com/ijoo/Fulltext/2020/26030/A_Rare_Case_of_Recurrent_Massive_Petrous_Bone.18.aspx International (Case Report) A Rare Case of Recurrent Massive Petrous Bone Cholesteatoma: Subtotal Petrosectomy without Blind Sac Closure Santhanakrishnan Kaliavaradan, Poornima Shankar Bhat, Nisha Muruganidhi, Sethu Palaniappam Indian Journal of Otology ENT 22.12.2020 Scopus, PebMed
31 https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20190454 International (Original Research Article) A comparative study of CO2 laser tonsillectomy versus conventional tonsillectomy in our experience G. Gandhi, Poornima S. Bhat*, K. Pradheep  International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery ENT 23.02.2019 Copernicus
32 http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20190490 International (Original Research Article) Wide bore needle aspiration for peritonsillar abscess  G. Gandhi, K. Santhanakrishnan*, Poornima S. Bhat International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery ENT March 2019 Copernicus
33 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/345468966_Incidental_presence_of_non_recurrent_laryngeal_nerve_in_our_series_of_thyroidectomy International Journal (Research Article) Incidental presence of non-recurrent laryngeal nerve in our series of thyroidectomy Atul M. Bage1, Lakshman Bhaskar Muthuvel1*, Akshaya A. C.1, Nutan N. Bage2 International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery ENT May 2019 Pub Med
34 https://www.ijorl.com/index.php/ijorl/article/view/1542/835 International (Original Research Article) Effect of radiofrequency vs other surgeries in the management of obstructive sleep apnoea Atul M. Bage, Lakshman Bhaskar Muthuvel*, Pradheep Kalatharan International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery ENT 27.06.2019 Copernicus
35 https://medpulse.in/ENT/Article/Volume10Issue3/ENT_10_3_5.pdf International (Original Research Article) Relation of nasopharyngeal lymphoid tissue size and bacteriology in treatment of adult chronic rhinosinusitis without polyposis patients in a tertiary care hospital in south India Rajarajeswari Nalamate* , Tambi Abraham Cherian**, Mary Kurien*** , Meenu Khurana Cherian International Journal of ENT ENT June 2019 Med Pulse
36 http://www.ojolhns.com/Previous-Issues-January-June-2019.html National (Case Report) Surgical treatment of bilateral non toxic multinodular goitre: Total vs sub-total thyroidectomy Atul M Bage1, Lakshman Bhaskar M2, Akshaya AC3 Orissa Journal of Otolaryngology ENT June 2019 Cite Facror
37 https://www.ijorl.com/index.php/ijorl/article/view/677 International (Original Research Article)

A comparative study of the outcomes of temporalis fascia graft versus tragal perichondrium graft in type 1 tympanoplasty in our experience

 Santhanakrishnan K., Poornima S. Bhat. 

International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery

 ENT Feb. 2018 Copernicus
38 https://www.jemds.com/data_pdf/2_krishna.pdf National (Original Research Article)

 Ossicular erosion in mucosal type of chronic suppurative otitis media in our experience

 Santhanakrishnan Kaliavaradan1, Poornima Shankar Bhat2, Muraleedharan Radha Harish3, Akshaya A. C4 Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Science ENT 27.02.2017 Copernicus
39 https://www.ijorl.com/index.php/ijorl/article/view/494 International (Original Research Article)

Various outcomes of pinna abscess management in our experience

 Santhanakrishnan K.*, Poornima S. Bhat International Journal of Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery ENT Oct.2017 Copernicus

Events

World Voice Day Celebration 2026
Event Name: World Voice Day Celebration 2026
Organized By: Dept of ENT
Venue: Basement auditorium-Hospital block
Date: 30-04-2026
Time: 10:30 A.M – 12:30 P.M
Guest Lecture on World Voice Day Celebration 2026

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology organized a Guest Lecture in observance of World Voice Day Celebration 2026 on 30th April 2026 at the Basement Auditorium. The programme was conducted to create awareness among undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and faculty members regarding the importance of voice health and the modern methods used in the evaluation of voice disorders. The session served as an academic platform to enhance knowledge and understanding of voice assessment and management.

The programme commenced with a formal welcome address, introducing the significance of World Voice Day and emphasizing the role of voice as an essential tool for communication and professional interaction. The event witnessed active participation from UG students, PG students, and faculty members from various departments.

The main topic discussed during the guest lecture was “Clinical & Endoscopic Evaluation of Voice disorder.” The lecture provided a detailed overview of the anatomy and physiology of voice production, highlighting the coordinated function of the larynx, vocal cords, respiratory system, and resonating structures. The speaker explained how various pathological conditions can affect voice quality and lead to voice disorders such as hoarseness, vocal fatigue, and dysphonia.

The session elaborately covered the clinical evaluation of voice, including detailed history taking, assessment of vocal habits, identification of risk factors, and physical examination of patients presenting with voice complaints. Emphasis was given to the importance of early diagnosis and systematic evaluation in achieving effective treatment outcomes.

The lecture also focused extensively on the endoscopic evaluation of voice, explaining the role of laryngoscopy and video endoscopy in diagnosing vocal cord abnormalities. Various endoscopic techniques used to visualize the larynx and vocal folds were demonstrated and discussed. The speaker highlighted how endoscopic assessment helps in identifying lesions such as vocal nodules, polyps, cysts, vocal cord paralysis, and inflammatory conditions. The importance of stroboscopy and advanced imaging techniques in evaluating vocal fold movement and vibration patterns was also explained in detail.

The programme further emphasized preventive measures for maintaining good vocal health, including voice hygiene, hydration, avoidance of vocal abuse, and early medical consultation for persistent voice changes. The session was highly interactive, with participants actively engaging in discussions and clarifying their doubts regarding voice disorders and their management.

The World Voice Day Celebration 2026 Guest Lecture concluded successfully with a vote of thanks. The programme proved to be highly informative and beneficial for all participants, enriching their academic knowledge and clinical understanding of voice evaluation and management.

Hearing Day celebration

Event Name: Hearing Day celebration
Organized By: Dept of ENT
Venue: Hospital Courtyard
Date: 03-03-2026
Time: 09:00 A.M

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology organised a two-day program to commemorate World Hearing Day 2026, themed-” From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children”, focusing on raising awareness about hearing care for children and providing medical assistance to the community. The program included activities such as medical camps and competitions, involving both healthcare professionals, students and the community.

Day 1: Medical Camp in SMV School, Madagadipet
Date: 02.03.2026
Time: 09.00 am to 02.00 pm
Venue: SMV, School, Madagadipet.
  • Medical Camp at SMV School: Students of class 1-8 were screened, addressing common ear, nose, and throat issues among school children. Early diagnosis and preventive care were the primary goals of this camp.
Day 2: Multi-Event Day
Date: 03.03.2026
Time: 09.00 am to 01.00 pm
Venues:  1. Hospital Courtyard   2. Medical College Courtyard
The final day featured events, including poster presentation, a rangoli competition and an awareness talk to parents attending
  • Poster Presentation: Post-graduate students of the ENT Department displayed informative posters on the theme of World Hearing Day. This event encouraged academic excellence and knowledge sharing among students.
  • Rangoli Competition: Held at the College Courtyard, the competition allowed Nursing and Medical students to creatively express awareness messages on hearing health through artistic designs.
  • Awareness Talk: A 20 minutes awareness talk was organized for parents attending Pediatric OPD- on the topic Hearing Care for Children. In which common conditions affecting the ear and hearing, the prevention methods, early identification and timely need for consultation was emphasized. Regarding Do’s and Don’ts in Hearing care was communicated and early identification newborn hearing loss was also addressed.
Conclusion
The two-day World Hearing Day celebration was a successful initiative that combined medical services, education, and creative expression to promote hearing health. The program not only benefited the community but also enhanced the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals and students. The dedication and efforts of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, along with the enthusiastic participation of students, made the event a remarkable success.
Essentials of Qualitative Research in Health Science

Event Name: Essentials of Qualitative Research in Health Science
Organized By: Dept of ENT
Venue: Own Book reading Hall First Floor
Date: 12-11-2025
Time: 11:00 – 1:00 P.M

Report on Research Week Celebration 2025

As part of the Research Week Celebration – 2025, the Department of Otorhinolaryngology organized a Guest Lecture on “Essential Qualitative Research in Health Science” on 12th November 2025 from 11.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. at the 1st Floor Own Book Reading Hall, College Block.

The session was attended by faculty members and postgraduate students from various departments. The lecture provided an overview of the principles, methodologies, and applications of qualitative research in health sciences. The guest speaker discussed key aspects including research design, data collection methods, analysis, and interpretation of findings, emphasizing the role of qualitative methods in understanding patient experiences and healthcare practices.

Topics such as phenomenology, ethnography, grounded theory, data collection techniques (interviews, focus groups, observations), and thematic analysis were elaborated. The importance of validity, reliability, and ethical considerations in qualitative research was highlighted. The session concluded with an interactive discussion, where participants clarified doubts and shared perspectives.

Overall, the lecture was highly informative and engaging, enhancing the research knowledge of participants and contributing significantly to the goals of the Research Week Celebration – 2025.

World head and neck cancer day celebration (Guest Lecture)

Event Name: World head and neck cancer day celebration (Guest Lecture)
Organized By: Dept of ENT
Venue: Basement auditorium-Hospital block
Date: 26-07-2025
Time: 9:30 A.M – 4:30 P.M

Department of Otorhinolaryngology

Guest Lecture – World Head and Neck Cancer Day 2025

Introduction:

As part of the observance of World Head and Neck Cancer Day 2025, the Department of Otorhinolaryngology conducted a Guest Lecture on 26th July 2025 at Basement Auditorium Hospital Block. The session aimed to enhance awareness, update clinical knowledge, and highlight recent advancements in the field of Head and Neck Oncology.

The guest lecture was delivered by Dr. Sivaraman G., a renowned expert and Additional Professor from JIPMER, Puducherry, who shared his extensive knowledge and clinical experience on the topic: “Early Detection and Evolving Therapies: Charting the Future of Head and Neck Cancer Care.”

Program Highlights:
  1. Early Detection of Head and Neck Cancers:

Dr. Sivaraman emphasized the critical importance of early  diagnosis in improving patient outcomes. Key points included:

  • Identification of early warning signs such as persistent hoarseness, non-healing oral ulcers, and unexplained neck masses.
  • The role of general practitioners and ENT specialists in screening high-risk populations.
  • Utilization of diagnostic tools such as nasopharyngoscopy, FNAC, and biopsy for prompt detection.
  • Strategies for community-level awareness to reduce diagnostic delays.
  1. Advances in Therapeutic Approaches:

The lecture provided a comprehensive overview of emerging treatment modalities and personalized care in head and neck oncology:

  • Targeted therapy and immunotherapy in managing advanced cancers.
  • Integration of surgical, radiation, and chemotherapeutic interventions in multidisciplinary cancer care.
  • Role of minimally invasive surgeries, including trans oral laser and robotic approaches.
  • Importance of tumor board discussions and individualized treatment planning.
  1. Future Directions in Head and Neck Cancer Care:
Dr. Sivaraman shed light on ongoing research and technological innovations shaping the future of cancer management:
  • Genomic profiling for precision medicine.
  • Use of AI and machine learning in early diagnosis and treatment planning.
  • The importance of rehabilitation, speech therapy, and psychosocial support in long-term survivorship.

Conclusion:
The guest lecture was both academically enriching and clinically relevant, offering a valuable platform for students and faculty to update their understanding of the evolving landscape of head and neck cancer care.

AI Artificial Intelligence in speech Therapy

Event Name: AI Artificial Intelligence in speech Therapy
Organized By: Dept of ENT
Venue: Basement auditorium-Hospital block
Date: 16-07-2025
Time: 10:30 A.M – 12:30 P.M

Department of Otorhinolaryngology & In association with (IIC)

 Expert Talk: Artificial Intelligence in Speech Therapy

Venue: Basement Auditorium (Hospital Block)
Date & Time: 16th July 2025 & 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Coordinator: Dr. Poongkamali J Assistant Professor, Dept. of ENT, SMVMCH

Objectives:
  • To introduce the concepts and applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the field of Speech Therapy.
  • To sensitize students and faculty about the emerging trends and technological innovations in speech-language pathology.
  • To encourage interdisciplinary collaboration between ENT specialists and speech-language pathologists.
  • To motivate students and researchers to explore AI tools for clinical and academic advancements.
Guest Speaker:
Ms. Lakshmipriya S M
Assistant Professor, Department of
Speech-Language Pathology
School of Rehabilitation and
Behavioral Sciences
Vinayaka Mission’s Puducherry
Campus, Puducherry
Qualification:
M.ASLP; currently pursuing PhD
in Speech-Language Pathology

Participant Details:

– Undergraduate Students: MBBS students from SMVMCH
– Postgraduate Students: PGs from Department of ENT and Pediatrics
– Faculty Members: Faculty of ENT Department
– Total Participants: Approximately 70 attendees

Programme Overview:

The session commenced with a welcome address by the IIC coordinator, followed by the introduction of the esteemed guest speaker. Ms. Lakshmipriya S M delivered an insightful and interactive two-hour expert talk on the theme “Artificial Intelligence in Speech Therapy.”

Her session covered:

– The fundamentals of AI and machine learning relevant to speech therapy.
– Real-world AI applications in diagnosis and rehabilitation of speech and language disorders.
– Demonstration of AI-based tools and software currently in use.
– Future potential and ethical considerations in integrating AI into clinical practice.
The session included a Q&A segment, which fostered interdisciplinary discussion among students and faculty.

Outcomes:
  • Participants gained awareness of how AI can revolutionize traditional practices in speech therapy.
  • Students and faculty understood the role of AI in enhancing diagnosis accuracy and therapy outcomes.
  • The session encouraged collaborative interest between ENT specialists and speech-language pathologists.

Way Forward/Conclusion:

  • Plans to conduct hands-on workshops and collaborative research activities between the Departments of ENT and Speech-Language Pathology.
  • Proposal to integrate AI-based modules in the curriculum for speech and ENT trainees.
  • Recommendation for regular expert sessions on emerging technologies in healthcare.

World head and neck cancer day celebration

Event Name: World head and neck cancer day celebration
Organized By: Dept of ENT
Venue: Medical college courtyard and Hospital courtyard
Date: 25-07-2025
Time: 9:00 A.M – 4:30 P.M

Department of Otorhinolaryngology
World Head and Neck Cancer Day 2025 – Day Celebration

Introduction:
The World Head and Neck Cancer Day 2025, the Department of Otorhinolaryngology organized a series of awareness and academic events on 25th July 2025. The aim was to raise awareness about head and neck cancers, promote early detection, and engage the medical community—especially students—in meaningful participation.

The event comprised three major activities:

  1. A Medical Camp at Thiruvennainallur.
  2. A Poster Presentation Competition for Postgraduate students at Hospital Courtyard.
  3. A creative Rangoli Competition for Undergraduates and Nursing Students at Medical College Courtyard.
  1. Medical Camp – Thiruvennainallur:
A special outreach medical camp was conducted at Thiruvennainallur focusing on screening and early detection of head and neck cancers. The camp involved clinical examination, patient education, and counseling. Faculty members, postgraduate trainees, and support staff from the ENT department actively participated.
Highlights:
  • General ENT screening with focus on oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, and neck.
  • Patient education about risk factors such as tobacco, alcohol, and HPV.
  • Distribution of awareness pamphlets and referral for further treatment where required.
  • Emphasis on the importance of early symptoms like non-healing ulcers, hoarseness, and neck swellings.
  1. Poster Presentation – Postgraduate Students:
Postgraduate students from the Department of ENT showcased educational posters on topics related to Head and Neck Oncology. This academic activity encouraged critical thinking, literature review, and innovative presentation skills among the students.
Topics Covered Included:
  • Early detection and warning signs of head and neck cancers
  • Advances in imaging and diagnosis
  • Role of multidisciplinary teams in cancer care
  • Importance of patient awareness in reducing cancer morbidity
  1. Rangoli Competition – Undergraduate Students:
To enhance engagement among undergraduate students and spread awareness in a creative manner, a Rangoli Competition was organized on the theme “Awareness of Head and Neck Cancers.” Students used art as a medium to depict the harmful effects of tobacco, the importance of early diagnosis, and lifestyle modifications.
Highlights:
  • Active participation from multiple student teams.
  • Rangolis featured strong social messages and visual storytelling.
  • The activity fostered teamwork, creativity, and health communication skills.
Conclusion:
The World Head and Neck Cancer Day 2025 celebration was a well-rounded and impactful program. It successfully combined clinical outreach, academic involvement, and creative expression. Through these initiatives, the Department of Otorhinolaryngology demonstrated its commitment to public health education, student involvement, and cancer awareness.
Hands-on Cadaveric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Workshop

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Anatomy at SMVMCH organized an intensive and highly practical “Hands-on Cadaveric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Workshop” on 13th April 2025 at the Anatomy Dissection Hall, College Block. Running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, this full-day workshop aimed to equip postgraduate students with real-time anatomical orientation and operative skills essential for mastering Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS).

The event attracted enthusiastic participation from postgraduates across multiple medical colleges, offering them a unique hands-on opportunity to work on cadaveric specimens under expert guidance.

Workshop Highlights:

This workshop served as a practical extension of the previously held CME and quiz sessions, focusing on enhancing technical proficiency, spatial understanding, and endoscopic maneuverability in sinonasal surgery.

  1. Orientation & Surgical Anatomy Briefing
The day began with an introductory session covering endoscopic anatomy of the nose and paranasal sinuses. Faculty provided a brief review of
  • Key anatomical landmarks: middle turbinate, uncinate process, ethmoid bulla, and sphenoid sinus
  • Endoscopic views and navigational tips
  • Variations in anatomy that influence surgical strategy
  1. Instrumentation & Endoscope Handling
Participants were introduced to FESS-specific instrumentation including:
  • Rigid nasal endoscopes (0°, 30°)
  • Blakesley forceps, suction elevators, debriders, and microinstruments Emphasis was placed on proper hand positioning, safe instrument introduction, and ergonomic use of the endoscope, which are critical to minimizing surgical errors.
  1. Hands-on Cadaveric Dissection
The core component of the workshop involved cadaveric dissection under supervision. Each participant performed:
  • Uncinectomy
  • Middle meatal antrostomy
  • Anterior and posterior ethmoidectomy
  • Sphenoidotomy
  • Frontal sinus exploration
  • Orbital nerve decompression
  • Endoscopic exposure of the lacrimal sac
  • Trans Maxillary exposure of Pterygomaxillary Fissure and identification of Maxillary artery were done by the candidates who showed the necessary surgical inclination
Under faculty supervision, participants were guided through identifying surgical landmarks, understanding tissue planes, and executing precise dissection techniques. The step-by-step practical exposure reinforced anatomical knowledge and built surgical confidence.
  1. Doubt Clearing & Feedback Session
The workshop concluded with an interactive feedback and Q&A session, where participants discussed challenges they faced during dissection and clarified doubts with faculty. Constructive feedback was shared, and participants were encouraged to integrate this learning into future clinical practice.

Conclusion:

The Hands-on Cadaveric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Workshop was a resounding success, offering postgraduate students an invaluable opportunity to translate theoretical knowledge into real surgical skills. The program emphasized safe surgical practices, anatomical precision, and hands-on experience, which are vital for any budding otorhinolaryngology.

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology extends its sincere thanks to the Department of Anatomy for logistical support and cadaveric resources, the faculty for expert mentorship, and the participants for their dedication and enthusiasm.

CME - Hands-on Cadaveric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology, SMVMCH, successfully conducted a focused and interactive CME on “Hands-on Cadaveric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery” on 12th April 2025 at the SMVMCH Auditorium. The session aimed to provide postgraduate students a thorough understanding of endoscopic sinus surgery through anatomical dissection, imaging interpretation, and expert surgical demonstrations.

This CME brought together resource faculty from various specialties — Anatomy, Radiology and Otorhinolaryngology — to deliver a multi-disciplinary approach toward mastering Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS).

1. Anatomy of Nose and Paranasal Sinuses
Resource Faculty: Dr. Priyadarshini N.A., Professor, Department of Anatomy, SMVMCH
The program began with a foundational lecture on the detailed anatomy of the nose and paranasal sinuses (PNS). Dr. Priyadarshini emphasized clinical anatomy relevant to endoscopic sinus surgery, including the osteomeatal complex, turbinates, ethmoid air cells, and critical anatomical landmarks like the lamina papyracea and skull base.
The session provided essential knowledge needed to avoid complications during sinus surgery and highlighted anatomical variations that influence surgical approaches. Her session was well appreciated for integrating cadaveric visuals and 3D anatomical correlations.

2. How to Read CT – PNS
Resource Faculty: Dr. Joe Vimal Raj, Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology, SMVMCH
In the second session, Dr. Joe Vimal Raj offered an insightful talk on interpreting CT scans of the PNS, focusing on preoperative imaging assessment.
He explained how to systematically evaluate a CT-PNS (axial, coronal, and sagittal views) and identify anatomical variants such as agger nasi cells, Haller cells, Onodi cells, and septal deviations. He also emphasized red flag signs on imaging, such as proximity to the orbit and skull base erosions, and demonstrated how radiological findings guide safe surgical planning.

3. Video Demonstration – Functional Endoscopic Sinus of Surgery (FESS)
Resource Faculty: Dr. Sivaraman Ganesan, Professor, JIPMER
The session walked participants through the step-by-step surgical procedure, including uncinectomy, middle meatal antrostomy, ethmoidectomy, and sphenoidotomy. Dr. Ganesan elaborated on surgical technique, instrument handling, endoscopic orientation, and anatomical preservation during FESS.
This session offered an invaluable surgical perspective to budding ENT surgeons and was praised for its clarity and practical approach.

4. Complications of FESS and Their Management
Resource Faculty: Dr. Mary Kurien, Ex. Professor, PIMS
In the concluding session, Dr. Mary Kurien discussed potential complications of FESS — including bleeding, orbital injuries, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks, infection, and adhesions.
She stressed the importance of preoperative planning, intraoperative vigilance, and timely recognition of complications. Management strategies for each complication were explained in detail, backed by real case examples from her extensive experience in sinus surgeries.
Her talk served as a crucial reminder of surgical safety, patient monitoring, and post-operative care, closing the CME on a note of caution and clinical prudence.

Conclusion:
The CME on Hands-on Cadaveric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery provided postgraduate students with theoretical knowledge, radiological insights, and surgical experience. The emphasis on surgical anatomy, imaging interpretation, and a live procedural overview made it a highly impactful and educational session for young ENT aspirants.
The Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Anatomy express their heartfelt thanks to all the expert speakers, participants, and support staff who contributed to the success of this well-curated academic event.

Event Name: Hands-on Cadaveric Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Workshop
Organized By: Dept of  ENT
Venue: MIT Auditorium
Date:  12-04-2025
Time: 2:15 P.M. – 3:30 P.M
As part of the academic initiative to reinforce surgical understanding and enhance clinical acumen, a quiz competition on “Endoscopic Sinus Surgery” was organized on 12th April 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the SMVMCH Auditorium. This event followed the CME session held earlier that morning and aimed to test knowledge and promote active learning among postgraduate medical students from various colleges.
Event Highlights:
The quiz was meticulously designed to cover the relevant anatomy, Radiology and surgical aspects of Paranasal sinus disease and treatment. Initially prelims was conducted and 5 teams were selected with 2 members teams, representing their respective institutions.
Structure of the Quiz:
Round 1: ENT Trivia round
• This round focused on remembering and appreciating the stalwarts in the field of ENT and was intenteded on knowing their contributions. There were also questions on famous people who suffered from ENT related pathology.
• An additional bonus of audience question was also kept to improve audience participation and to keep the discussion lively.
Round 2: Image based Anatomy round
This round focused on detailed anatomical structures of the nose and paranasal sinuses. Participants answered questions related to:
Identification of key anatomical landmarks
Variants like agger nasi, concha bullosa, and Onodi cells
Surgical implications of anatomical variations
Visual aids, including cadaveric images and schematic diagrams, were used, enhancing both engagement and educational value.
Round 3: Radiology round
This section tested the ability of participants to read and interpret CT-PNS images. Teams were shown:
Coronal and axial HRCT scans
Clinical scenarios requiring radiological correlation
Identification of pathology and surgical planning
Round 4: Investigations round
This round covered Investigations and newer techniques in ENT. Short video clips and images were integrated to simulate real-time decisions. Pictures showing various investigations were used to assess the participants knowledge on identification, interpretation and clinical judgement of the same.
Round 5: Scenario based round
A clinical round where participants answered case-basedscenarios, focusing on:
Recognizing complications such as CSF leaks, orbital injury, or bleeding
Postoperative management
Preventive strategies in endoscopic sinus surgery
Round 6: Rapid fire round
A clinical round where participants answered QUESTIONS from all ENT topics with time based. This segment promoted practical application of knowledge and encouraged the students in quick and correct thinking.
Outcome and Feedback:
The quiz fostered a competitive yet collaborative learning environment. Participants actively discussed and debated clinical decisions, enhancing their confidence in the subject. Faculty members served as quizmasters and evaluators, offering explanations and elaborations after each answer round, which provided further clarity to all attendees.The event was well received, with students appreciating the interactive format and the opportunity to test their understanding in a structured yet stimulating manner.
Conclusion:
The Endoscopic Sinus Surgery – Quiz was a successful academic initiative that complemented the earlier CME. It served as an excellent platform for postgraduates to revise, reflect, and reinforce their knowledge in ENT surgery. The Department of Otorhinolaryngology commends all participants and extends thanks to the supporting staff for ensuring the smooth conduct of the program.
World Hearing Day Celebration - 2025

Event Name: World Hearing Celebration
Organized By:   Dept of  ENT
Venue:   Thiruvennainallur, SMV School, Skill lab college block
Date:  28-02-2025, 01-03-2025, 03-03-2025

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology organized a three-day program to commemorate World Hearing Day 2025, focusing on raising awareness about hearing health and providing medical assistance to the community. The program included various activities such as medical camps, workshops, and competitions, involving both healthcare professionals, students and the community.

Day 1: Medical Camp in Tiruvennainallur

Date: 28.02.2025
Time: 09.00 am to 02.00 pm
Venue: Tiruvennainallur

The celebration began with a medical camp at Tiruvennainallur, offering specialized ENT services to the public. The primary focus of the camp was to screen and diagnose hearing-related issues and provide medical advice. Patients requiring surgical intervention were offered a 50% concession on ear surgeries. This initiative aimed to promote accessible healthcare services to the rural community, ensuring that hearing impairments are diagnosed and treated at an early stage.

Day 2: Hands-on Workshop on “Management of Positional Vertigo and its Maneuvers”

Date: 01.03.2025
Time: 10.00 am to 12.00 pm
Venue: Skill Lab, College Block

On the second day, a hands-on workshop was conducted to educate Under Graduate students and CRR Interns on the “Management of Positional Vertigo and its Maneuvers.” The workshop provided practical training on diagnosing and managing benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) through various maneuvers such as Dix Hallpike and particle repositioning maneuvers. This session enhanced the clinical skills of the participants and equipped them with the necessary techniques to diagnose and manage vertigo patients effectively.

 

Day 3: Multi-Event Day

Date: 03.03.2025
Time: 09.00 am to 01.00 pm
Venues: 1. SMV School  2. Hospital Courtyard   3. College Courtyard

The final day featured multiple events, including a medical camp, poster presentation, and a rangoli competition.

  • Medical Camp at SMV School: Students of class 1-5 were screened, addressing common ear, nose, and throat issues among school children. Secondary school children were examined based on referral by class teacher for hearing problems. Early diagnosis and preventive care were the primary goals of this camp.
  • Poster Presentation: Post Graduate students of ENT Department displayed informative posters on the theme of world Hearing day. This event encouraged academic excellence and knowledge sharing among students.
  • Rangoli Competition: Held at the College Courtyard, the competition allowed Nursing and Medical students to creatively express awareness messages on hearing health through artistic designs.

Conclusion

The three-day World Hearing Day celebration was a successful initiative that combined medical services, education, and creative expression to promote hearing health. The program not only benefited the community but also enhanced the knowledge and skills of healthcare professionals and students. The dedication and efforts of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, along with the enthusiastic participation of students, made the event a remarkable success.

World Hearing Day - 2024
Event Name:  World head and neck cancer day celebration
Organized By: Dept of  ENT
Venue: College Block Ground floor (Rangoli) & Hospital courtyard / Exhibition area / Basement Auditorium
Date: 26-07-2024 & 27-07-2024
Time: 09.30 AM – 12:00 PM

Nature of the Program
The World Head and Neck Cancer Day celebration was a comprehensive event spanning two days, from July 26 to July 27, 2024. The program included a variety of activities designed to raise awareness about head and neck cancers, promote early detection, and educate participants on treatment options. The event featured an awareness camp, a rangoli competition, a short film competition, and guest lectures.

Awareness Camp at Thiruvennainallur
The awareness camp was held at Thiruvennainallur, on 26.07.2024 where participants received valuable information about head and neck cancers, including their symptoms, risk factors, and the importance of early detection. The camp aimed to educate the community and encourage proactive health behaviors and also routine oral screening was conducted to the participant. Around 25 to 30  people from surrounding village attended & benefited from the camp.

Rangoli Competition

A rangoli competition was organized as part of the celebration to engage students creatively while spreading awareness about head and neck cancers. The competition, held at the college block, saw enthusiastic participation, with students creating intricate designs that conveyed messages related to Head & Neck cancer awareness and prevention.

Short Film Competition

The short film competition provided a platform for students to express their understanding of head and neck cancers through visual storytelling. Held at the college block, the competition encouraged participants to create impactful films that highlighted the challenges faced by cancer patients and the importance of early detection and treatment.

Guest Lectures

Two esteemed guest speakers were invited to deliver lectures in the basement auditorium, providing insights into various aspects of head and neck cancers:

  1. Vigneshwaran, Consultant, Surgical Oncology
    • Topic: Talk on the prevalence of oncologic diseases in the head and neck region in Puducherry and high-risk areas.
    • Overview: Vigneshwaran discussed the epidemiology of head and neck cancers in Puducherry, identifying high-risk areas and populations. He emphasized the importance of awareness and early detection in reducing the burden of these cancers.
  1. Damodara Kumaran, Consultant, Medical Oncology
    • Topic: Talk on chemo-radiotherapy in head and neck cancers.
    • Overview: Damodara Kumaran provided an in-depth look at the role of chemotherapy and radiotherapy in the treatment of head and neck cancers. He discussed various treatment protocols, their effectiveness, and the advancements in therapeutic techniques.

Date: 26.07.2024 to 27.07.2024

Venue: Awareness Camp at Thiruvennainallur

Participants

The event saw participation from 150 undergraduate, postgraduate students and interns as well as patients and normal population who actively engaged in the activities and gained valuable knowledge about head and neck cancers.

Organizing Secretary
The program was organized by the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, which played a crucial role in planning and executing the various activities and ensuring the success of the event.

Resource Faculty

The guest lectures by Dr. Vigneshwaran and Dr. Damodara Kumaran were the highlights of the event, providing expert knowledge and insights into the prevalence and treatment of head and neck cancers.

Topics Discussed

  1. Prevalence of Oncologic Diseases in the Head and Neck Region in Puducherry and High-Risk Areas
  • The lecture highlighted the statistical data and patterns of head and neck cancers in Puducherry, focusing on high-risk demographics and regions. The importance of targeted awareness campaigns and early detection strategies was emphasized.
  1. Chemo-Radiotherapy in Head and Neck Cancers
  • This session covered the latest advancements in chemo-radiotherapy, discussing the combination of chemotherapy and radiotherapy as a standard treatment for head and neck cancers. The lecture also addressed the side effects, management strategies, and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in cancer treatment.

The World Head and Neck Cancer Day celebration was a resounding success, achieving its goal of raising awareness and educating participants

World Hearing Day - 2024

– Date: 01.03.2024 to 04.03.2024
– Time: 09:00 AM to 4:00 PM
– Venue:  Hospital Courtyard & Medical College Block, SMVMCH
– Department: Department of Otorhinolaryngology

Day 1: March 1, 2024
Venue: Tiruvennainallur RHTC & SMVMCH

  • Free Hearing Screening Camp at Tiruvennainallur RHTC: The celebration kicked off with a community-focused initiative, hosting a free hearing screening camp at Tiruvennainallur Rural Health and Training Center. The camp aimed to provide accessible hearing assessments to the local community, promoting early detection of hearing impairments.

Day 2: March 2, 2024
Venue: SMVMCH

  • Poster competition for PGs: On the occasion of World Hearing Day, the Department of Otorhinolaryngology organized a poster competition exclusively for postgraduate students. The event aimed to raise awareness about hearing health and promote innovative ideas to address hearing-related challenges.
  • Guest lecture by Dr Sethu PL: Dr. Sethu PL consultant MERF, Chennai delivered an enlightening lecture on cochlear implantation. The lecture focused on basics and also recent advancements in cochlear implantation.

Day 3: March 4, 2024
Venue: Hospital Courtyard & Medical College Block, SMVMCH

  • Inauguration: The official inauguration of the World Hearing Day Celebration took place, marked by the presence of esteemed guests, faculty, and participants. The event emphasized the importance of raising awareness about hearing health.
  • Free Hearing Screening Camp at Hospital Courtyard: Continuing the commitment to community service, a free hearing screening camp was organized at the Hospital Courtyard. This outreach aimed to reach a broader audience and provide valuable health services.
  • Rangoli Competition for UGs at Medical College Block: A creative Rangoli competition engaged undergraduate students, encouraging them to express their artistic talents while spreading awareness about World Hearing Day.
  • Quiz Competition for PGs: Postgraduate students participated in a challenging Quiz Competition, testing their knowledge in various aspects of Otorhinolaryngology. The competition fostered a spirit of healthy competition and continuous learning.

The World Hearing Day Celebration organized by the Department of Otorhinolaryngology was a resounding success, bringing together education, community outreach, and professional development. The diverse range of activities underscored the department’s commitment to promoting hearing health, raising awareness, and contributing to the overall well-being of the community.

Camp – Tiruvennainallur RHTC & SMVMCH

Poster competition for PGs & Guest lecture by Dr Sethu PL

Rangoli Competition for UGs at Medical College Block & Quiz Competition for PGs:

S.No. Date Nature of Programme Topic
1 23.08.2019 Workshop Endoscopic Ear Anatomy & Approaches, Audio – Vestibulometry in common Neuro – Otological Conditions
2 02.03.2020 to 04.03.2020 World Hearing Day Hearing for Life
3 1.03.2021 to 03.03.2021 Inauguration the Vertigo Clinic & Free Hearing Screening Camp World Hearing Day 2021
4 16.04.2021 Online Voice Celebration Event for Kids World Voice Day
Workshop“ANA–OTO-MY 2019”

The department of ENT conducted CME workshop “ANA–OTO-MY 2019” in association with department of Anatomy on 23.08.2019. The aim was to familiarize delegate with Anatomy of all the parts of Ear, thereby forming a solid platform of understanding the intricacies of Ear, so that various surgical procedures performed in Ear can be understood better.

The department of Anatomy graciously offered a cadaver – a head with Neck, upon which dissection was carried out by guest faculty. The case was telecast with CCTV coverage. The interaction with the audience was managed by ENT department faculty.

The procedure (Surgical) demonstrated were

Various types of incision on Ear & EAC,Grommet incision & placement, Tympanotomy, Various types of mastoidectomy, Stapedotomy, Labyrinthectomy

Approaches & procedures on inner ear like glomus tumour excision, acoustic neuroma excision.

World Hearing Day Celebration
“Free Hearing Screening Camp” at rural health training centre, Thiruvennainallur on 28.02.2020 As a part of celebration of World Hearing day, ENT department conducted a “free hearing screening camp” at Rural Health Training Centre, Thiruvennainallur on 28.02.2020 from 10 am to l pm. More than 75 patients attended the screening camp and were evaluated for ear diseases and hearing.
“World Hearing Day” (01.03.2021 to 03.03.2021)

  • On the evet of world hearing day March3rd 2021, various community oriented programmes were organized by the Dept. of ENT and Head & Neck surgery, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital.
  • On March 1st 2021, Free hearing screening camp was organized at Rural Health and Training Center, Thiruvennainallur and hearing screening and counselling was offered for rural patients.
  • On March 2nd 2021, free hearing screening and special hearing investigations like Pure Tone audiometry were done for the public, drivers and people in high risk group like diabetics and aged above 55 years at ENT OPD and more than 300 people were benefitted.
  • On March 3rd Shri. M. Dhanasekaran, Chairman & MD of Sri Manakula Vinayagar Education Trust, inaugurated the Vertigo clinic and delivered the presidential address in the august presence of Dr. D. Rajagovindan, Director, Dr. RN Kagne, Deputy Director, Dr. K. Karthikeyan, Dean Academic, Dr. M. Pragash, Medical superintendent, Dr. S. Girija & Dr. M. Jayashree, Deputy Medical Superintendents, Mr. T. Dhatchinamurthy, Registrar. In his address he highlighted that facilities like Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential (VEMP), Electronystagmogram (ENG), Brain Stem Evoked Response (BERA) are available under one roof for first time in private Medical College in Puducherry and requested the public to make use of Vertigo Clinic.
  • He also stressed the need for early detection of hard of hearing among children and early intervention to prevent incapacitating deafness which will lead to impediment of educational career and social well being of young generation. He also recalled that for every new born child in SMVMCH, Oto acoustic emission has been done as a screening procedure to detect congenital deafness and if needed BERA is also done as a confirmatory test. And soon, he hoped that the institution will be capable of doing cochlear implants and rehabilitate the affected children.
  • Welcome address was given by Professor Dr. Mariappan Rajagopal, HOD, Department of ENT & Head and Neck Surgery. Prizes for undergraduate students participated and excelled in the quiz programme arranged in the eve of World Hearing day, were distributed by Dr. D. Rajagovindan Director and Dr. R.N. Kagne Deputy Director. Vote of thanks was offered by Dr. K. Santhanakrishnan , Associate Professor, Dept. of ENT & Head and Neck surgery.
  • In the afternoon webinar on congenital hearing loss and its management was delivered by Professor Dr. F. Antony Irudhayarajan, M.S., DLO highlighting the cochlear implant surgery. He congratulated the institution and department of ENT & HNS for taking step in right direction towards WHO’s objective of “Hearing care for all”

World Voice Day- April 16, 2021 celebrations
As a part of 15th Year celebrations of our institution, we celebrated World Voice Day- 2021 (April 16) with an “ Online Voice Celebration Event for Kids” . It was organized for children less than 12 years, keeping in mind the present situation of pandemic and to nurture singing talent among children and to create awareness about the voice care among general public.
A Social Media page (Facebook Page) was created and a short singing video of kids was invited, to be posted on the page from April 1st- April 15th 2021.

Highlights of the event:

  • 122 kids actively participated in this event ranging from 2.4 yrs to 12 years of age Participations from various parts of India like Karnataka, Tamilnadu, Pondicherry, Kerala, Rajasthan, Madhyapradesh, Andhrapradesh, Himachal Pradesh etc and also from various parts of the world like USA, UK, Switzerland and Australia.
  • An overwhelming moment for us to receive a singing participation from a special child suffering from Down’s Syndrome from Madhyapradesh.
  • A child playback singer and winner of various Pan-India singing reality shows, Baby. Prakruthi Reddy, from Karnataka also extended her support to our event by sending one of her most popular singing
  • The posts on the page has reached more than 28,000 people and the event page received 311 likes, and 334 followers over a period of 15 day
  • Feedbacks were obtained from the parents of the participa E-Certificates were issued to all the participants.

Facebook Page Title: World Voice Day-2021, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College & Hospital. Event title: Online Voice Celebration Event for Kids

Link: https://www.facebook.com/ENTdepartmentPondicherry

S.No Date Nature of Programme Topic
1 18.06.16 Workshop MENTCON 2016 – Live Endoscopic Surgery
2 21.10.16 Workshop ESCON 2016 – Temporal Bone Dissection
3 09.10.18 Guest lecture Approach to Otorrhoea

PG Alumini

Year Name Designation Institute Email ID
2022 to 2025 Dr. Jayasree .B Senior Resident Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College Hospital & Research Centre [email protected]
Dr. Kavya .R Consultant Annai Clinic, Thanjavur [email protected]
2021 to 2024 Dr. Sabari Priya .G Senior Resident Government Hospital, Puducherry. [email protected]
Dr. Ramya Rajalakshmi .K Senior Resident Government Hospital, Puducherry. [email protected]
2020 to 2023 Dr. Hemalakshmi .R Assistant Professor Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College and Hospital, Puducherry. [email protected]
Dr. Prasanth Senior Resident Government Hospital, Puducherry. [email protected]
2019 to 2022 Dr. Nisha. M Assistant Professor Aarupadai Veedu Medical College & Hospital, Puducherry. [email protected]
Dr. Srinivasane. K.R. Consultant (ENT) Own Clinic Salem [email protected]
2018 to 2021 Dr. Sedhu. PL Consultant (ENT) Madras ENT Research Foundation. Chennai. [email protected]
2017 to 2020 Dr. Pradheep. K Consultant (ENT) Department of ENT, BHEL, Ranipet. [email protected]
2016 to 2019 Dr. Akshaya .A.C. Consultant (ENT) Deepa Nursing Home Multispecialty Hospital, & Arimda Hospital & Trauma Centre Near railway station, [email protected]
2014 to 2017 Dr. Aswin Mathew Consultant (ENT) Own clinic Kollam, Kerala. [email protected]
2015 to 2017 Dr. Muraleedharan Radha Harish Consultant DLO, MS, (ENT) General hospital, Adoor, Pathanamthitta, Kerala. [email protected]