About Dr. Shama Kovale:
Dr. Shama Kovale is a seasoned ENT specialist with over two decades of clinical experience in the diagnosis and management of complex ENT conditions. She has a distinguished focus on voice disorders, swallowing dysfunction, and laryngeal surgeries. Renowned for her meticulous approach and patient-centred care, she combines surgical precision with deep clinical insight. Dr. Kovale is particularly recognised for her contributions to phonosurgery and cochlear implants, providing holistic ENT care using advanced technology and minimally invasive procedures.
Why Choose Dr. Shama Kovale?
- 21+ years of experience in ENT and voice-related disorders
- Specialist in voice, swallowing, and laryngeal conditions
- Fellowship-trained in phonosurgery and cochlear implants
- Part of the multidisciplinary voice and airway team at Kokilaben Hospital
- Offers advanced endoscopic ENT and minimally invasive procedures
Education Background:
- MBBS – University of Mumbai, 1998
- Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology (DLO) – College of Physicians & Surgeons, Mumbai, 2002
- MS (ENT) – Topiwala National Medical College & B.Y.L. Nair Charitable Hospital, University of Mumbai, 2003
- Fellowship in Phonosurgery – Association of Phonosurgeons of India
- Fellowship in Cochlear Implant Surgery – Advanced ENT training in cochlear implantation
Awards & Accolades:
- Recognised speaker at national ENT and phonosurgery conferences
- Leading member of the Voice and Swallowing team at Kokilaben Hospital
- Honoured by the Association of Otolaryngologists of India for service excellence
- Part of pioneering research projects in voice therapy and laser ENT surgery
Dr. Shama Kovale Specialities:
Dr. Shama Kovale specialises in the comprehensive management of ENT disorders with subspecialty expertise in phonosurgery, voice therapy, and endoscopic ENT procedures. Her advanced training enables her to treat complex laryngeal and vocal cord pathologies with cutting-edge techniques including laser and microlaryngeal surgeries.
Medical Problems Treated by Doctor
- Vocal cord paralysis
- Chronic hoarseness
- Swallowing disorders
- Laryngeal cysts and tumours
- Nasal polyps and sinusitis
- Snoring and sleep-related airway issues
- Otitis media and hearing loss
- Allergic rhinitis and nasal obstruction
Medical Procedures Performed by Doctor
- Microlaryngeal surgery
- Phonosurgery
- Laser surgery for vocal cords
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
- Cochlear implantation
- Tympanoplasty and mastoidectomy
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS)
- Voice therapy and speech rehabilitation
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