​Ear Health (Otology) Programme ​

The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) offers a comprehensive Ear Health Programme dedicated to addressing ear-related conditions in adults and children. Our team of highly skilled and experienced otolaryngologists (ENT doctors) utilises advanced technologies and a patient-centred approach to deliver specialised care for a wide range of ear disorders.

Conditions We Treat

• Hearing loss (conductive, sensorineural, mixed)  
• Congenital hearing loss (hearing loss present at birth, treated with cochlear implant surgery) ​​
  
• Ear infections (acute, chronic suppurative otitis media)
• Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
• Ear drum perforations
• Bone growth affecting hearing (Otosclerosis)
• Meniere's disease (inner ear disorder causing dizziness and hearing loss)
• Facial nerve disorders (Bell's palsy)
• Tumours of the ear
  

Our Services

The AKUH Ear Health Programme employs a comprehensive approach, focusing on:

• Accurate diagnosis: Utilising cutting-edge diagnostic tools like otoscopy (microscopic examination), audiometry, tympanometry, and advanced imaging studies to reach a precise diagnosis.
  
• Individualised treatment plans: Tailoring treatment options to each patient's specific needs and preferences, ranging from medication and minimally invasive procedures to advanced surgical interventions when necessary.
• Patient education and support: Empowering patients with knowledge about their condition and actively involving them in the decision-making process.

Our Multidisciplinary Team

The AKUH Ear Health Programme is led by a team of highly qualified and experienced ENT doctors who possess extensive experience in diagnosing and managing ear disorders.

• Otolaryngologists: ENT specialists with expertise in diagnosing and treating ear disorders, both medically and surgically.
• Audiologists: Hearing healthcare professionals who specialise in evaluating hearing, balance, and tinnitus, and fitting hearing aids.
• Nurses: Specially trained nurses who provide compassionate care and patient education.​
  

To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor​ under the specialty of ENT (Otolaryngology)​.

Next steps: If you are experiencing chronic ear drainage, hearing loss, or discomfort, consult our ENT specialists to discuss treatment options and explore if this programme might be right for you.​