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  • Dr. R. Praveen Kumar is a skilled and surgically proficient ENT specialist in Mysuru with focused expertise in otology and voice disorders. He is currently practising as a Consultant - ENT & Head & Neck Surgery at Manipal Hospital Mysore, bringing over 15 years of clinical and surgical experience in managing a wide spectrum of ear, nose, throat, and head & neck conditions. With an MBBS from Shree Siddhartha Medical College and an MS in ENT from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Dr. Praveen Kumar’s training has been grounded in comprehensive surgical exposure and structured academic learning. During his postgraduate residency, he developed extensive operative experience across otology, rhinology, and laryngology, forming a strong base for advanced ENT practice. His early exposure to specialised centres such as Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology and the All India Institute of Speech & Hearing (AIISH), Mysore, further strengthened his clinical understanding of complex head and neck and voice-related conditions.

  • His surgical expertise covers a wide range of ENT procedures. In otology, he is experienced in tympanoplasty, ossiculoplasty, and mastoidectomy procedures, including both canal wall up and canal wall down techniques, along with management of chronic ear disease and its complications. His work in rhinology includes functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), endoscopic polypectomy, dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR), and augmentation rhinoplasty, allowing for effective management of sinus disorders, nasal obstruction, and structural abnormalities. In laryngology, he performs microlaryngeal surgeries such as vocal cord lesion excision, cyst removal, and voice-restorative procedures, reflecting his focused interest in voice disorders.

  • In addition to routine and advanced ENT procedures, Dr. Praveen Kumar has been involved in assisting and managing complex head and neck surgeries, including laryngectomy, neck dissection, parotidectomy, and maxillectomy. His ability to integrate diagnostic endoscopic procedures, such as nasal endoscopy, direct laryngoscopy, and oesophagoscopy, into clinical decision-making ensures accurate diagnosis and timely intervention. His comprehensive surgical expertise and structured approach contribute to his recognition as one of the best ENT specialists in Mysuru for both routine and advanced ENT care.

  • Academically, he has contributed to research through multiple publications in recognised journals, focusing on chronic otitis media, Eustachian tube function, and rare ENT presentations. His participation in national and international conferences, workshops, and surgical training programmes reflects a continued engagement with evolving techniques in ENT and head & neck surgery.

  • In clinical practice, Dr. Praveen Kumar is known for his balanced approach, combining surgical precision with patient-focused care. He places emphasis on clear communication, ensuring patients understand their condition, treatment options, and expected outcomes. Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, he ensures effective communication across diverse patient groups, particularly when discussing surgical interventions and recovery planning.

  • At Manipal Hospital Mysore, Dr. R. Praveen Kumar continues to deliver comprehensive ENT care, encompassing medical management, endoscopic evaluation, and advanced surgical interventions. His experience, technical skill, and structured clinical approach position him among the best ENT specialists in Mysuru for reliable and outcome-oriented care.

    • Field of Expertise

  • Over 12 years

    • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    • Overview

  • Dr. R. Praveen Kumar is a skilled and surgically proficient ENT specialist in Mysuru with focused expertise in otology and voice disorders. He is currently practising as a Consultant - ENT & Head & Neck Surgery at Manipal Hospital Mysore, bringing over 15 years of clinical and surgical experience in managing a wide spectrum of ear, nose, throat, and head & neck conditions. With an MBBS from Shree Siddhartha Medical College and an MS in ENT from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Dr. Praveen Kumar’s training has been grounded in comprehensive surgical exposure and structured academic learning. During his postgraduate residency, he developed extensive operative experience across otology, rhinology, and laryngology, forming a strong base for advanced ENT practice. His early exposure to specialised centres such as Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology and the All India Institute of Speech & Hearing (AIISH), Mysore, further strengthened his clinical understanding of complex head and neck and voice-related conditions.

  • His surgical expertise covers a wide range of ENT procedures. In otology, he is experienced in tympanoplasty, ossiculoplasty, and mastoidectomy procedures, including both canal wall up and canal wall down techniques, along with management of chronic ear disease and its complications. His work in rhinology includes functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), endoscopic polypectomy, dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR), and augmentation rhinoplasty, allowing for effective management of sinus disorders, nasal obstruction, and structural abnormalities. In laryngology, he performs microlaryngeal surgeries such as vocal cord lesion excision, cyst removal, and voice-restorative procedures, reflecting his focused interest in voice disorders.

  • In addition to routine and advanced ENT procedures, Dr. Praveen Kumar has been involved in assisting and managing complex head and neck surgeries, including laryngectomy, neck dissection, parotidectomy, and maxillectomy. His ability to integrate diagnostic endoscopic procedures, such as nasal endoscopy, direct laryngoscopy, and oesophagoscopy, into clinical decision-making ensures accurate diagnosis and timely intervention. His comprehensive surgical expertise and structured approach contribute to his recognition as one of the best ENT specialists in Mysuru for both routine and advanced ENT care.

  • Academically, he has contributed to research through multiple publications in recognised journals, focusing on chronic otitis media, Eustachian tube function, and rare ENT presentations. His participation in national and international conferences, workshops, and surgical training programmes reflects a continued engagement with evolving techniques in ENT and head & neck surgery.

  • In clinical practice, Dr. Praveen Kumar is known for his balanced approach, combining surgical precision with patient-focused care. He places emphasis on clear communication, ensuring patients understand their condition, treatment options, and expected outcomes. Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, he ensures effective communication across diverse patient groups, particularly when discussing surgical interventions and recovery planning.

  • At Manipal Hospital Mysore, Dr. R. Praveen Kumar continues to deliver comprehensive ENT care, encompassing medical management, endoscopic evaluation, and advanced surgical interventions. His experience, technical skill, and structured clinical approach position him among the best ENT specialists in Mysuru for reliable and outcome-oriented care.

    • Field of Expertise

  • Over 12 years

    Field of Expertise

  • Over 12 years

    • Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Kannada
  • Hindi

    • Overview

  • Dr. R. Praveen Kumar is a skilled and surgically proficient ENT specialist in Mysuru with focused expertise in otology and voice disorders. He is currently practising as a Consultant - ENT & Head & Neck Surgery at Manipal Hospital Mysore, bringing over 15 years of clinical and surgical experience in managing a wide spectrum of ear, nose, throat, and head & neck conditions. With an MBBS from Shree Siddhartha Medical College and an MS in ENT from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Dr. Praveen Kumar’s training has been grounded in comprehensive surgical exposure and structured academic learning. During his postgraduate residency, he developed extensive operative experience across otology, rhinology, and laryngology, forming a strong base for advanced ENT practice. His early exposure to specialised centres such as Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology and the All India Institute of Speech & Hearing (AIISH), Mysore, further strengthened his clinical understanding of complex head and neck and voice-related conditions.

  • His surgical expertise covers a wide range of ENT procedures. In otology, he is experienced in tympanoplasty, ossiculoplasty, and mastoidectomy procedures, including both canal wall up and canal wall down techniques, along with management of chronic ear disease and its complications. His work in rhinology includes functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), endoscopic polypectomy, dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR), and augmentation rhinoplasty, allowing for effective management of sinus disorders, nasal obstruction, and structural abnormalities. In laryngology, he performs microlaryngeal surgeries such as vocal cord lesion excision, cyst removal, and voice-restorative procedures, reflecting his focused interest in voice disorders.

  • In addition to routine and advanced ENT procedures, Dr. Praveen Kumar has been involved in assisting and managing complex head and neck surgeries, including laryngectomy, neck dissection, parotidectomy, and maxillectomy. His ability to integrate diagnostic endoscopic procedures, such as nasal endoscopy, direct laryngoscopy, and oesophagoscopy, into clinical decision-making ensures accurate diagnosis and timely intervention. His comprehensive surgical expertise and structured approach contribute to his recognition as one of the best ENT specialists in Mysuru for both routine and advanced ENT care.

  • Academically, he has contributed to research through multiple publications in recognised journals, focusing on chronic otitis media, Eustachian tube function, and rare ENT presentations. His participation in national and international conferences, workshops, and surgical training programmes reflects a continued engagement with evolving techniques in ENT and head & neck surgery.

  • In clinical practice, Dr. Praveen Kumar is known for his balanced approach, combining surgical precision with patient-focused care. He places emphasis on clear communication, ensuring patients understand their condition, treatment options, and expected outcomes. Fluent in Kannada, English, and Hindi, he ensures effective communication across diverse patient groups, particularly when discussing surgical interventions and recovery planning.

  • At Manipal Hospital Mysore, Dr. R. Praveen Kumar continues to deliver comprehensive ENT care, encompassing medical management, endoscopic evaluation, and advanced surgical interventions. His experience, technical skill, and structured clinical approach position him among the best ENT specialists in Mysuru for reliable and outcome-oriented care.

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