Dr. Lakshmi Shantharam

Dr Lakshmi Shantharam is a highly experienced ENT Surgeon and Pediatric ENT Specialist in Bangalore. With 25 years of clinical experience, she is currently associated as a Consultant with:

• Rainbow Children’s Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
• Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Hospital, Vasanth Nagar
• Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Hospital, Banashankari
• Sammprada Hospital, J P Nagar

Her speciality interests include:

1. Pediatric ENT Disorders
   
2. Cochlear Implant Surgery
   
3. Otology and Neurotology
   
4. Vertigo Management
   
5. Endoscopic Ear and Nasal Surgeries
   
6. Tonsil and Adenoid Surgeries
7. Myringotomy
8. Tympanoplasty
9. Mastoid surgeries
10. Gommet insertion
11. Foreign body removal, management of ENT trauma
12. Nasal surgeries
13. Cochlear implantation
14. Comprehensive vertigo care

Upon graduating with an MBBS from Mysore Medical College, Mysore University in 2001, Dr Shantharam furthered her education by completing:

• Diploma in Laryngology and Otology from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore in 2005
• DNB in Otorhinolaryngology from the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi in 2009
• Observership and Training in Pediatric Otolaryngology at Stanford University, USA
• Mini Fellowship in Otology and Neurotology from the University of Miami Ear Institute, USA

Beyond clinical practice, she has been actively involved in academics, research, and professional development. Her published research papers include:

• Management of Exposed Cochlear Implants: A Report of Two Cases
• A Rare Case of Tuberous Xanthoma of Nose: A Case Report
• Saccular Cyst of Larynx
• Lymphoepithelial Cyst of Tonsil
• Neurofibroma of Soft Palate: A Rare Case Report

Dr Lakshmi Shantharam has presented multiple papers at national and international conferences, including a presentation on:

• Cochlear Implantation in Malformed Inner Ear at Innsbruck, Austria in 2022
• Guest Speaker at Bangalore Gynaecology Society, Rangadore Memorial Hospital, Sapthagiri Medical College
• Invited faculty at BLDE College, Bijapur, delivering expert talks on cochlear implants, radiology, and hearing restoration.

Her awards and recognitions include:

• Gold Medal for securing First Rank in Postgraduate Diploma in ENT conducted by Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka
• Gold Medal for Best Poster Presentation at the Karnataka Association of Otolaryngology Conference

Dr Lakshmi Shantharam is a member of:

• Association of Otolaryngologists of India (AOI)
• American Rhinologic Society (ARS)

She is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, enabling clear communication and patient comfort. Known for her patient-centric approach.

To inquire about Dr Lakshmi Shantharam's OPD timings, contact number and consultation fees, give us a call us at 8069923891. For seamless online appointments and priority service, reach out to the medical team at HexaHealth.