Dr Malavika KS
Consultant ENT
MBBS, MS (ENT)
Department: ENT
Medical Council Number: TMC 74041
*Schedules are subject to change without prior notice.
7+
Years of Experience
Consultation Type
In-Clinic | Teleconsultation
Languages
English | Hindi
Overview
Dr Malavika K S is a Consultant ENT Specialist in Whitefield, Bengaluru with 7 years of overall clinical experience in ear, nose, and throat medicine. She manages the full range of ENT conditions that patients present with at a primary care setting, ear infections, hearing concerns, sinusitis, nasal blockage, tonsil problems, throat and voice disorders, and ENT conditions in children.
She completed her MBBS from Shridevi Institute of Medical Sciences, Tumkur, under RGUHS in 2018, and her MS in ENT from MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna, under KUHS University in 2023, passing with first class. During her postgraduate training, she was awarded the prestigious Dr V Krishnadas Gold Medal for the best postgraduate paper at Malabar ENTCON 2023.
Patients can consult Dr Malavika for any ear, nose, or throat concern ear pain or discharge, reduced hearing, blocked ears, tinnitus, vertigo or dizziness with an ENT cause, recurrent sinusitis, nasal blockage, allergic rhinitis, sore throat, tonsillitis, voice changes, and ENT problems in children, including recurrent ear infections, hearing concerns, and throat conditions. Her postgraduate training covered a broad range of ENT conditions in both adult and paediatric populations, and she is comfortable assessing and managing presentations across all age groups. Patient feedback highlights a doctor who examines carefully, explains findings clearly, and advises without unnecessarily escalating.
At RxDx Clinics, Whitefield, Bengaluru patients with ear, nose, or throat concerns whether a new symptom, a recurring problem, or a condition in a child that needs specialist assessment will find in Dr Malavika a clinician who takes the time to examine properly and advise clearly.
Areas of Expertise
- General ENT Consultation
- Ear Infections & Hearing Disorders
- Sinusitis & Nasal Conditions
- Allergic Rhinitis & Nasal Allergy
- Throat & Tonsil Disorders
- Voice & Throat Conditions
- Paediatric ENT Care
- Vertigo & Dizziness (ENT-related)
Conditions Treated
- Ear infections (otitis media and externa)
- Blocked ears and earwax impaction
- Hearing loss and hearing concerns
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Vertigo and dizziness
- Sinusitis and sinus headaches
- Nasal blockage and turbinate hypertrophy
- Allergic rhinitis and nasal allergies
- Deviated nasal septum (assessment)
- Sore throat and tonsillitis
- Voice changes and hoarseness
- Snoring assessment
- Recurrent ear infections in children
- Adenoid and tonsil problems in children
Procedures & Services
- ENT consultation and clinical examination
- Ear assessment and ear infection management
- Earwax removal assessment
- Diagnostic nasal endoscopy assessment
- Flexible nasendoscopy assessment
- Hearing evaluation and audiometry referral
- Sinusitis assessment and management plan
- Nasal allergy evaluation and management
- Throat and tonsil assessment
- Voice disorder evaluation
- Vertigo assessment and management
- Paediatric ENT assessment
- ENT referral and pre-operative assessment planning
Qualification
- MBBS – Shridevi Institute of Medical Sciences, Tumkur, RGUHS (2013-2018)
- MS (ENT) – MES Medical College, Perinthalmanna, KUHS University (2020-2023) First Class
- Dr V Krishnadas Gold Medal – Best Postgraduate Paper, Malabar ENTCON 2023
Language Spoken
- English
- Hindi
Locations
RxDx Clinics, Whitefield
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When should I consult Dr Malavika K S?
You can consult her if you have ear pain, hearing difficulties, nasal blockage, sinus problems, throat infections, voice changes, dizziness, allergies, or other concerns affecting your ear, nose, or throat health.
What are Dr Malavika K S’s areas of expertise?
She specialises in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) care, with expertise in diagnosing and managing ENT disorders in both adults and children, including sinus conditions, ear disorders, throat problems, and nasal conditions.
What conditions does she commonly help manage?
She commonly manages ear infections, hearing problems, sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, tonsillitis, nasal obstruction, vertigo, voice disorders, throat infections, and other acute and chronic ENT conditions.
When should I seek medical advice for hearing problems?
You should seek medical advice if you experience reduced hearing, ringing in the ears, ear fullness, recurrent ear infections, dizziness, or sudden changes in hearing.
What are the common symptoms of sinusitis?
Sinusitis may cause facial pain or pressure, nasal blockage, headache, thick nasal discharge, reduced sense of smell, and persistent cold-like symptoms.
Can allergies affect the nose and throat?
Yes, allergies can cause sneezing, nasal congestion, itching, post-nasal drip, throat irritation, and may contribute to recurrent sinus and throat problems.
What causes recurrent throat infections?
Recurrent throat infections may be associated with viral or bacterial infections, allergies, enlarged tonsils, environmental irritants, or other underlying ENT conditions.
What is a diagnostic nasal endoscopy?
Diagnostic nasal endoscopy is a procedure that uses a thin flexible camera to examine the nasal passages and sinus openings, helping assess nasal blockage, sinus conditions, and related ENT concerns.
What should I expect during my first ENT consultation?
During your consultation, she will review your symptoms, medical history, and previous treatments, followed by a detailed examination of the ears, nose, and throat before recommending any necessary investigations or treatment options.
Should I bring previous medical records and test reports?
Yes, previous hearing assessments, imaging studies, allergy test reports, prescriptions, and other relevant medical records can help provide a more comprehensive assessment.
Does she provide ENT care for children?
Yes, she provides ENT care for both adults and children and can assess a variety of paediatric ENT conditions including ear infections, tonsillitis, adenoid-related problems, and nasal conditions.
Where can I consult Dr Malavika K S?
She is available for consultation at RxDx Clinics, Whitefield, Bengaluru.
