Dr. Bhagwat Choudhary – ENT Specialist and Ear Surgeon in Mumbai

Dr. Bhagwat Choudhary is a Consultant ENT Specialist associated with Fortis Hospital, Mulund, Mumbai. He has extensive experience in otorhinolaryngology, with Fortis Healthcare reporting 40 years and another professional reference reporting more than 48 years. His documented clinical expertise includes hearing-related investigations, stapedectomy, tinnitus management, laryngoscopy and salivary gland stone assessment.

Dr. Choudhary completed his medical education at Grant Medical College and Sir J. J. Hospital, Mumbai. Fortis lists his MBBS in 1975, Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology in 1977 and MS in ENT in 1979. His specialist training covers the diagnosis and management of diseases affecting the ear, nose, throat and associated structures.

His principal areas of interest include otology and the diagnosis of hearing disorders. Hearing impairment may arise from problems affecting the external ear, middle ear, inner ear or auditory nerve pathways. Dr. Choudhary's documented expertise includes electrophysiological hearing assessment and stapedectomy, a procedure used for selected conditions affecting sound conduction through the middle ear.

He also evaluates tinnitus, a condition in which patients experience ringing, buzzing or other sounds without an external source. Assessment may involve reviewing hearing symptoms, examining the ear and considering appropriate hearing tests. Management depends on the underlying cause, associated hearing loss and the impact of symptoms on daily life.

Dr. Bhagwat Choudhary's clinical services include laryngoscopy and assessment of salivary gland stones. Laryngoscopy helps examine structures of the throat and voice box, while salivary gland evaluation may be required for recurrent swelling or pain associated with blocked salivary ducts. His supplementary professional profile also lists nasal, sinus and middle-ear procedures.

Patients seeking ENT consultation in Mumbai for hearing loss, tinnitus, voice-related concerns, salivary gland symptoms or other ear, nose and throat disorders may consult Dr. Bhagwat Choudhary at Fortis Hospital, Mulund. Evaluation and treatment recommendations depend on examination findings, investigations and individual medical needs.

Stapedectomy

Stapedectomy is an ear operation used to improve hearing in selected patients with otosclerosis, a condition affecting the movement of the stapes bone. The procedure involves replacing part or all of the affected structure with a prosthesis. Suitability depends on hearing tests, examination findings and individual surgical risks.

Electrophysiological Hearing Assessment

Electrophysiological hearing tests assess how the auditory system responds to sound. Investigations such as auditory brainstem response testing may help evaluate hearing pathways in selected patients. These tests can provide additional diagnostic information when conventional hearing examinations are insufficient or difficult to perform.

Tinnitus Evaluation and Management

Tinnitus involves hearing ringing, buzzing or other sounds without an external sound source. Evaluation may include examining the ear, reviewing medication history and performing hearing tests. Management can involve treating an underlying condition, hearing rehabilitation, sound-based approaches or counselling, depending on symptoms.

Laryngoscopy

Laryngoscopy is a procedure used to examine the voice box and surrounding throat structures. It may be recommended for persistent hoarseness, swallowing concerns or other throat symptoms. A flexible or rigid instrument allows the specialist to visualise the larynx and identify abnormalities requiring treatment or further investigation.

Salivary Gland Stone Management

Salivary gland stones can obstruct saliva flow and cause swelling or pain, particularly during meals. Assessment may involve clinical examination and imaging. Treatment options depend on stone size and position and may include conservative measures, minimally invasive removal or surgery in selected cases.

Tympanoplasty

Tympanoplasty is an operation performed to repair a damaged or perforated eardrum and, in selected cases, reconstruct middle-ear structures. It may be considered for persistent perforation, recurrent discharge or associated hearing problems. Surgical planning depends on middle-ear health, hearing assessment and the extent of damage.

Myringotomy

Myringotomy involves creating a small opening in the eardrum to drain middle-ear fluid or relieve pressure. In selected patients, a ventilation tube may be inserted. The procedure may be considered for persistent middle-ear effusion or other conditions following specialist examination.

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery uses an endoscope and specialised instruments to improve drainage from affected sinuses. It may be considered for selected patients with chronic rhinosinusitis or nasal polyps that do not respond adequately to appropriate medical treatment. Imaging and nasal examination guide surgical planning.

Balloon Sinuplasty

Balloon sinuplasty is a minimally invasive technique that uses a small balloon to widen selected sinus drainage pathways. It may be suitable for certain patients with chronic sinus disease. The procedure is not appropriate for every sinus condition, and eligibility depends on symptoms, anatomy and imaging findings.

Septoplasty

Septoplasty corrects a deviated nasal septum when structural narrowing contributes to persistent nasal obstruction. The procedure repositions or reshapes portions of septal cartilage or bone. Treatment decisions consider symptoms, examination findings and whether medical therapy for associated nasal conditions has been adequate.