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Consultant – ENT29 years
Fortis Hospitals
Kolkata
Dr. Vijay Bhalla is an experienced ENT specialist and Consultant in Otorhinolaryngology at Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, Kolkata. His official hospital profile reports 29 years of professional experience in the field of Ear, Nose and Throat medicine. He specialises in the assessment and management of conditions affecting the ears, nasal passages, sinuses, throat and related structures of the head and neck. Patients experiencing persistent ear discomfort, nasal blockage, hearing difficulties or throat symptoms may seek specialist ENT evaluation.
Dr. Vijay Bhalla holds an MBBS degree and an MS in ENT (Otorhinolaryngology). His postgraduate training provides the foundation for diagnosing and treating a range of conditions involving hearing, breathing, swallowing and voice-related functions. ENT specialists use clinical examinations, appropriate investigations and medical or surgical management depending on the underlying condition and its severity.
His clinical speciality includes the assessment of common ear-related conditions, such as recurrent ear infections, hearing difficulties and balance-related symptoms. Ear disorders may require examination of the ear canal and eardrum, hearing assessment or further investigations. Dr. Bhalla has also authored educational material explaining tympanoplasty and mastoidectomy, two operations that may be considered for selected middle-ear and mastoid conditions. The availability of these procedures in his current practice should be confirmed with Fortis Hospital.
Dr. Bhalla has published educational material on sinusitis, including its causes, symptoms and treatment approaches. Sinus-related conditions may cause nasal congestion, facial pressure, reduced sense of smell and recurring discomfort. Assessment of persistent symptoms can involve nasal examination, medication and additional investigations where appropriate. Some patients may require surgical evaluation depending on the diagnosis and response to conservative treatment.
His published medical education work also discusses the relationship between acid reflux and throat problems. Reflux-related throat symptoms may include persistent irritation, coughing, throat clearing and hoarseness. ENT assessment helps identify possible causes and determine whether additional investigations or coordinated care with other specialists are appropriate. Treatment depends on the clinical findings rather than symptoms alone.
Dr. Vijay Bhalla is associated with professional otolaryngology organisations in India, including associations in West Bengal and Hyderabad. According to his official Fortis profile, he has contributed eight original research papers and one case report to Indian medical journals. Patients seeking consultation for ear, nose or throat concerns can enquire about appointments at Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, Kolkata. Consultation availability and specific surgical services should be confirmed directly with the hospital.
Ear infections may affect the outer, middle or inner ear and can cause pain, discharge, reduced hearing or fever. Assessment involves examination of the ear and eardrum, with additional investigations when necessary. Treatment depends on the infection type and may include medicines, ear care or specialist procedures for complicated cases.
Hearing loss can develop because of earwax obstruction, middle-ear disease, inner-ear disorders or age-related changes. ENT evaluation may include examination of the ears and hearing tests such as pure-tone audiometry. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may involve medication, hearing aids or selected surgical interventions.
Tympanoplasty is a surgical procedure used to repair a perforated eardrum or reconstruct selected damaged middle-ear structures. It may be considered for persistent eardrum perforations, recurrent infections or associated hearing problems. The operation aims to restore the eardrum's integrity and, when possible, improve hearing while reducing infection risk.
Mastoidectomy involves removing diseased tissue or infected air cells within the mastoid bone behind the ear. It may be required for selected cases of chronic ear disease, cholesteatoma or complications of mastoid infection. Surgical planning depends on the extent of disease, hearing status and surrounding anatomical structures.
Sinusitis occurs when the lining of the nasal sinuses becomes inflamed, often causing nasal blockage, facial pressure, mucus discharge and reduced smell. Management may include saline irrigation, appropriate nasal medicines and treatment of associated conditions. Persistent or recurrent symptoms may require further ENT assessment and imaging when indicated.
Functional endoscopic sinus surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used for selected patients with chronic sinus disease or nasal polyps that do not respond adequately to medical treatment. A nasal endoscope helps guide instruments through the nostrils. The procedure aims to improve sinus drainage and access for postoperative medical care.
A deviated nasal septum occurs when the partition separating the nasal passages is displaced, sometimes causing persistent nasal obstruction. Septoplasty is a surgical procedure that may be recommended when symptoms are significant and related to septal deviation. Treatment decisions consider nasal anatomy, associated allergies and other possible causes of blockage.
Allergic rhinitis is an inflammatory condition caused by allergic reactions to substances such as dust mites, pollen or animal allergens. Symptoms include sneezing, a runny nose, itching and congestion. Management may involve allergen avoidance, saline rinses, nasal corticosteroids, antihistamines and specialist evaluation when symptoms remain difficult to control.
Tonsillitis involves inflammation of the tonsils and can cause sore throat, fever and painful swallowing. Treatment depends on whether the cause is viral or bacterial and the severity of symptoms. Tonsillectomy may be considered for selected patients with recurrent significant infections, obstructive symptoms or other specific clinical indications.
Persistent hoarseness may result from vocal strain, inflammation, vocal fold lesions, reflux-related irritation or neurological conditions. ENT evaluation can involve examining the throat and vocal cords, sometimes using flexible laryngoscopy. Treatment depends on the diagnosis and may include voice therapy, medication or selected procedures where necessary.
Laryngopharyngeal reflux describes the movement of stomach contents towards the throat, potentially contributing to irritation, coughing, throat clearing or voice symptoms. These symptoms can also arise from other conditions. Evaluation aims to identify the cause, and management may include lifestyle changes, appropriate medicines or further specialist assessment.
Vertigo is a sensation of spinning that may develop from disorders involving the inner ear or nervous system. Evaluation may include assessment of hearing, balance, eye movements and associated symptoms. Treatment depends on the diagnosis and may involve repositioning manoeuvres, vestibular rehabilitation, medication or referral for further neurological evaluation.
MBBS, MS (ENT)
ENT consultation, ear infection evaluation, hearing loss assessment, tinnitus evaluation, vertigo and balance disorder assessment, sinusitis management, nasal obstruction evaluation, allergic rhinitis management, throat infection assessment, tonsillitis management, voice and hoarseness evaluation, laryngopharyngeal reflux assessment, tympanoplasty consultation, mastoidectomy consultation, septoplasty evaluation, endoscopic sinus surgery consultation and ENT follow-up care.
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Dr. Vijay Bhalla is a Consultant ENT specialist at Fortis Hospital, Anandapur, Kolkata. He has 29 years of experience according to the official hospital profile and specialises in Otorhinolaryngology, the medical field concerned with disorders of the ears, nose and throat.
Dr. Vijay Bhalla holds MBBS and MS (ENT) qualifications. The Fortis Healthcare profile confirms both degrees, although the educational institutions and completion years have not been verified.
The official Fortis Healthcare profile lists 29 years of professional experience. This is the preferred published figure for Medpas Health, subject to confirmation with the hospital.
Patients can seek ENT evaluation for ear discomfort, recurrent infections, hearing difficulties, nasal blockage, sinus problems, persistent throat irritation and related ear, nose and throat concerns. The appropriate treatment depends on the diagnosis and clinical findings.
Dr. Bhalla has published educational material about sinusitis on the Fortis Healthcare website. Sinusitis management may involve medicines, nasal care, investigation of persistent symptoms and surgical assessment for selected patients. Specific treatment options should be confirmed during consultation.
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