Dr. Anitha TV
HOD & Senior Consultant - ENT Surgeon, Allergy Asthma Specialist
An experienced ENT surgeon practicing for over 10 years now, Dr. Anitha TV has a stellar track record in conducting micro ear surgery, functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), and micro laryngeal surgery.
She earned an MBBS degree followed by a Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO) from Government Medical College, Calicut. She has completed a Fellowship in FESS from Apollo Hospitals, Bangalore; a Fellowship in Ear Surgery; and a Fellowship in Functional Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).
She has started a FEES investigation and treatment modality – the first of its kind in Malappuram – at Aster MIMS, Kottakkal. Almost 50 cases have been handled under this program. Their details are being documented for publication in medical journals, later.
An office-bearer in several state and national medical bodies, Dr. Anitha has earned awards from the Association of Otolaryngologists of India (AOI) and Indian Medical Association (IMA) for her professional contributions.
Acquiring Additional Professional Skills
Fellowship in Temporal Bone and Ear Surgery under Dr. Vijayendra, Senior Consultant ENT Surgeon, Bangalore.
Fellowship in Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS):
(A) Dr. Janakiraman, Apollo Hospital, Bangalore
(B) Dr. Renuka Bradoo, CIMAST, MumbaiHands-on Workshop in Laryngoplasty and Airway Management
– Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, PunePaediatric Airway Management Workshop
– Christian Medical College (CMC), VelloreAllergy & Asthma Specialist Course
• Certified in handling allergy and asthma, performing Skin Prick Tests (SPT), and initiating immunotherapy under MEDTRAIN, Bangalore, under the aegis of CMC Vellore.Fellowship and Hands-on Workshop in Snoring Surgery under Dr. Ranjini Raghavan, Member of the World Sleep Society
Fellowship in Endoscopic Ear Surgery under Dr. Mubarack Khan, Dr. Khan’s Research Centre, Pune
Certification from the American Academy of Balance for managing clinically challenging cases of vertigo
Expertise in Functional Endoscopic Swallowing Assessment (FEES) and Swallow Therapy under Dr. Jayakumar, Voice Pathologist and Consultant Laryngologist at Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Ernakulam.
1. OTOLOGY (Ear Disorders)
Specialized expertise in the diagnosis and management of ear disorders with a structured and evidence-based approach to otological care. Experienced in managing both common and complex ear conditions, including hearing loss, chronic ear infections, tympanic membrane disorders, vertigo-related ear conditions, and tinnitus.
Core Otology Competencies:
Evaluation and management of hearing loss
Chronic and recurrent ear infections
Tympanic membrane repair (Tympanoplasty)
Mastoid surgery
Myringotomy with grommet insertion
Management of tinnitus and vertigo of otologic origin
Microscopic ear procedures
Endoscopic ear tympanoplasty
2. RHINOLOGY (Nose and Paranasal Sinuses)
Experienced in diagnosing and managing nasal and sinus disorders with a structured and evidence-based approach to rhinological care.
Proficient in detailed nasal endoscopic evaluation and radiological correlation, ensuring precise diagnosis and individualized treatment planning.
Surgical Expertise:
• Septoplasty
• Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
• Turbinate reduction procedures
• Management of sinonasal infections and nasal polyps
Other Core Rhinology Areas:
Management of allergic rhinitis
Management of acute and chronic rhinosinusitis
Management of sinus-related headaches
3. LARYNGOLOGY AND VOICE DISORDERS
Proficient in diagnosing and treating hoarseness, vocal cord nodules and polyps, laryngitis, reflux-related voice changes, vocal fatigue, and airway-related laryngeal conditions.
Expert in detailed laryngeal examination, including video laryngoscopy and endoscopic assessment, enabling precise diagnosis of structural and functional voice disorders.
Key Areas:
Evaluation of hoarseness and voice changes
Management of vocal cord nodules and polyps
Laryngopharyngeal reflux management
Microlaryngeal procedures
Airway-related laryngeal conditions
Care of professional voice users
4. PAEDIATRIC ENT DISORDERS
With a compassionate and reassuring approach, works closely with parents to ensure safe, effective, and child-friendly care, prioritizing both immediate relief and long-term health.
Areas of Expertise:
Management of recurrent ear infections
Paediatric hearing evaluation
Adenoidectomy / Adenotonsillectomy
Myringotomy with grommet insertion
Paediatric airway management
Foreign body removal (ear, nose, throat)
Ear piercing with sterile precautions
Speech and hearing-related ENT concerns
5. VERTIGO AND BALANCE DISORDERS
Extensive experience in the comprehensive evaluation and management of patients with peripheral vestibular disorders.
Expertise in bedside vestibular assessment, positional testing, and evidence-based management of vertigo.
Proficient in performing canalith repositioning maneuvers and guiding vestibular rehabilitation, with a patient-centered approach focused on accurate diagnosis, symptom resolution, and prevention of recurrence.
Experienced in diagnosing and managing conditions including:
• Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
• Ménière’s disease
• Vestibular neuritis
• Labyrinthitis
• Vertigo secondary to middle ear pathology
6. AIRWAY MANAGEMENT
Extensive experience in evaluating and managing acute and chronic airway conditions.
Proficient in securing difficult airways, managing upper airway obstruction, and performing emergency and elective airway procedures such as tracheostomy, airway assessment, and peri-operative airway planning.
7. ENT EMERGENCIES
Significant experience in the prompt evaluation and management of ENT emergencies.
Skilled in handling:
• Acute airway compromise
• Epistaxis
• Foreign bodies of the aerodigestive tract
• Deep neck infections
• ENT trauma
Recognized for rapid decision-making, effective intervention, and ensuring patient stabilization in emergency settings.
8. ALLERGIC AND ASTHMA DISEASES
Strong understanding of the unified airway concept, identifying the link between nasal allergy and lower airway symptoms, including asthma.
• Focus on individualized treatment plans with Skin Prick Testing (SPT) and allergen profiling
• Customized environmental control advice
• Medical therapy for effective symptom control and improved quality of life for both adults and children
• Strategic approach including Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)
• Advanced therapies such as Anti-IgE monoclonal antibodies
9. OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA & SNORING SURGERY
Comprehensive pathological evaluation with a detailed, step-by-step approach:
• Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE), if required
• Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy (DNE) and flexible laryngoscopy
• Septoplasty
• Tonsillectomy
• Adenotonsillectomy
• Lateral pharyngoplasty
• Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
• Relocation pharyngoplasty
Multidisciplinary Approach Involving Pulmonology, Dental, and Cardiology departments.
- Award for the PG paper presentation at south zone and Kerala AOI conference.
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