Throat & Voice Centre

A Laryngologist is an ENT surgeon with advanced fellowship training dedicated exclusively to disorders of the voice, vocal cords, airway and swallowing. If you have persistent hoarseness, vocal cord paralysis, swallowing difficulty, or require specialized voice care, consulting a Laryngologist ensures comprehensive evaluation and advanced treatment options.

While all Laryngologists are ENT surgeons, not all ENT surgeons are Laryngologists. A Laryngologist has additional fellowship training dedicated exclusively to disorders of the voice, airway and swallowing. This specialized expertise allows for advanced diagnosis using Video Stroboscopy, NBI and FEES, as well as modern treatments such as Injection Laryngoplasty, EMG-guided Botox injections, office-based laryngeal procedures and phonosurgery. For persistent or complex voice disorders, evaluation by a Laryngologist can lead to more accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment.

Video Stroboscopy is the gold standard investigation for evaluating voice disorders. It uses a specialized light source to visualize vocal cord vibration in slow motion, allowing detection of abnormalities that are often missed during routine laryngoscopy.

No. It is a quick, minimally invasive outpatient procedure that usually takes only a few minutes. Most patients tolerate it very well without the need for anaesthesia.

Narrow Band Imaging is an advanced endoscopic technology that enhances visualization of blood vessels and mucosal changes, helping detect early precancerous and cancerous lesions of the vocal cords that may not be visible with conventional examination.

Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) is a specialized test that evaluates swallowing function using a flexible endoscope. It helps diagnose aspiration, swallowing disorders and guides personalized swallowing rehabilitation.

Injection Laryngoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to improve voice quality in patients with vocal cord paralysis, vocal cord weakness or age-related vocal fold atrophy by restoring vocal cord closure.

Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections are commonly used for Spasmodic Dysphonia and selected neurological disorders affecting the voice. EMG guidance ensures accurate placement for optimal results.

Yes. Depending on the cause and severity, treatment options include voice therapy, Injection Laryngoplasty, medialization surgery and rehabilitation to improve voice and swallowing.

Yes. Professional voice users place significant demands on their vocal cords. Early evaluation can identify subtle problems before they become more serious and may help prevent long-term vocal injury.

Any hoarseness lasting longer than two weeks, especially in smokers, professional voice users or individuals without a recent upper respiratory infection, should be evaluated by a Voice Specialist.

Yes. Many swallowing disorders improve with medication, swallowing therapy, dietary modifications and rehabilitation. Surgery is recommended only when necessary.

Absolutely. Many voice disorders respond to medication, voice therapy, office-based procedures and lifestyle modifications. Surgery is advised only when conservative treatment is unlikely to provide adequate improvement.

Yes. We evaluate and treat both adults and children with a wide range of voice, airway and swallowing disorders using age-appropriate diagnostic and treatment protocols.

Recovery varies depending on the procedure. Most patients resume normal daily activities within a few days, while complete voice recovery may take several weeks along with structured voice therapy when required.

Many patients benefit from voice therapy before and after surgery. Voice therapy helps optimize healing, improve vocal technique and maximize long-term voice outcomes.

No. You can schedule an appointment directly. Patients are also frequently referred by ENT specialists, physicians, pulmonologists, neurologists, gastroenterologists, oncologists, speech-language pathologists and professional voice coaches.

Yes. Men with an abnormally high-pitched voice due to puberphonia or other conditions may benefit from voice therapy, and in selected cases, minimally invasive pitch-lowering surgery. The appropriate treatment depends on the underlying cause and is decided after a detailed voice evaluation.

Puberphonia is a condition in which an adult male continues to speak in a high-pitched voice despite normal development of the vocal cords after puberty. Most patients improve with specialized voice therapy, while a small number may require surgery if therapy alone is unsuccessful.

Yes. Voice therapy is the first-line treatment and is successful for many patients. Surgery is considered only in carefully selected individuals who do not achieve satisfactory improvement with conservative treatment.

Yes. Voice feminization can be achieved through specialized voice therapy, surgery, or a combination of both. Treatment is individualized based on the patient's goals, vocal characteristics and overall health.

Voice feminization is suitable for transgender women, individuals seeking a more feminine voice, and selected patients with specific voice concerns. A comprehensive voice assessment helps determine the most appropriate treatment approach.

Yes. Voice feminization surgery is designed to permanently increase the speaking pitch. Post-operative voice therapy plays an important role in achieving the best voice quality and long-term results.

The answer depends on the surgical technique used. Modern endoscopic voice feminization procedures are performed through the mouth, without any external neck incision or visible scar. If an external approach is required for a specific indication, this will be discussed with you during consultation.

Most modern vocal cord surgeries are performed using microlaryngeal techniques through the mouth, meaning there is no cut or scar on the neck. Only a few specialized procedures require an external incision, and your surgeon will explain this beforehand if applicable.

Yes. Most surgeries for vocal cord nodules, polyps, cysts, leukoplakia and many other laryngeal conditions are performed using specialized microscopes and instruments through the mouth, avoiding any external incision.

Yes. Professional voice users, including singers, actors and broadcasters, can safely undergo vocal cord surgery when indicated. Surgery is carefully planned to preserve vocal quality and is usually combined with specialized voice rehabilitation.

No. The voice typically improves gradually over several weeks as the vocal cords heal. Voice rest and post-operative voice therapy are important for achieving the best outcome.

Many voice disorders—including vocal misuse, muscle tension dysphonia, puberphonia and some benign vocal cord lesions—can improve significantly with expert voice therapy. Surgery is recommended only when necessary.

No. Many nodules and selected polyps respond well to medication and voice therapy. Surgery is reserved for patients who do not improve with conservative treatment or when the lesion is unlikely to resolve without intervention.

Temporary hoarseness is expected during the healing phase, but permanent loss of voice is uncommon. The aim of surgery is to improve voice quality while preserving normal vocal function.

Your surgeon will recommend a period of complete or modified voice rest, usually followed by gradual return to speaking under the guidance of a voice therapist. Recovery varies depending on the procedure performed.

Yes. We offer teleconsultation services for patients from other cities and countries who wish to seek a specialist opinion for voice, airway or swallowing disorders. Performing and interpreting a Video Stroboscopy requires specialized training and significant experience in Laryngology, so whenever feasible we recommend undergoing the test at our Voice & Swallowing Centre. If you are unable to travel, our Laryngologist will review your medical records, previous endoscopy or stroboscopy videos, imaging, reports and voice recordings, discuss your symptoms in detail, and provide an expert opinion on diagnosis and treatment options.