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Department of Otorhinolaryngology

KMC , Mangalore
Health Sciences

The Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, was established in 1954 and is recognised as the only facility in Mangalore that regularly performs cochlear implantation to restore hearing in patients with severe hearing loss. Additionally, it is the only medical college in the region providing laser surgeries in otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery. The department provides comprehensive surgical and medical management across all subspecialties including otology, rhinology, laryngology, and head and neck oncology, supported by an integrated audiology and speech-language pathology department.

Highlights

  • Established in 1954; only facility in Mangalore regularly performing cochlear implantation for severe hearing loss.
  • Only medical college in the region providing laser surgeries in otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery.
  • Dedicated Audiology-Speech and Language Pathology Department supporting comprehensive hearing rehabilitation.
  • Comprehensive surgical capabilities including micro-ear surgeries, endoscopic procedures, head and neck oncologic surgery, and skull base surgery.
  • Advanced laryngeal surgeries including conservative approaches, laryngectomies, and microvascular reconstruction (gastric pull-ups).
  • Specialised clinics for voice disorders, allergies, vertigo, headache, and head and neck cancer with weekly schedule.
  • Facial nerve decompression and grafting capabilities for complex otologic pathology.
  • Free camps providing specialised otorhinolaryngologic care to underprivileged populations.

Services

Offered

Cochlear Implant Program

Comprehensive hearing restoration services for patients with severe hearing loss, supported by integrated audiology and speech-language pathology expertise.

Cochlear Implant Program