Dr. Janardhan Rao Jagini
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Dr. Janardhan Rao Jagini

Head of Department, ENT

ENT Specialist

48+ Years of Clinical Experience
MBBS MS (ENT) DNB (Diplomate of National Board) Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology ECFMG Certification USMLE (Steps 1, 2 & 3)
KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad Hyderabad, India 49+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Janardhan Rao Jagini

Dr. Janardhan Rao Jagini is one of Hyderabad's most seasoned ENT surgeons, with nearly five decades of experience helping patients breathe easier, hear better, and live more comfortably. As Head of Department at KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad, he brings a steady, reassuring hand to everything from routine tonsil problems in children to complex cochlear implant surgeries in adults. Patients and families across India and abroad have trusted him with some of the most sensitive ENT conditions — and that trust has been earned one careful consultation at a time.

Dr. Jagini's training spans two continents. He completed his MBBS and MS in ENT at the prestigious Osmania Medical College in Hyderabad, building a strong clinical foundation over years of hands-on practice. In 2005, he went on to complete an international Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Children's Hospital of Michigan in Detroit, USA — one of North America's leading centres for children's ear, nose, and throat care. He is also ECFMG certified and has passed all three steps of the USMLE, credentials that reflect his commitment to international standards of medicine.

What sets Dr. Jagini apart is the breadth of what he can offer under one roof. Whether it is a child with recurring ear infections or hearing loss, a teenager with a deviated septum, or an adult struggling with sleep apnea or chronic sinusitis, he approaches each case with patience and precision. His subspecialty interest in pediatric ENT means younger patients receive care that is both technically advanced and age-appropriately gentle. Colleagues at Apollo Hospitals, Sunshine Hospital, and the Government ENT Hospital, Hyderabad have all benefited from his expertise over the years.

For international patients considering treatment in India, Dr. Jagini's profile is particularly compelling. His US fellowship training and American medical licensing experience mean he is well-acquainted with global expectations around communication, transparency, and care quality. Gaf Healthcare works directly with his team to help overseas patients arrange consultations, understand treatment plans in plain language, and navigate their journey to Hyderabad with confidence.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Janardhan Rao Jagini

  • Hearing Loss (Adult and Pediatric)
  • Chronic Middle Ear Disease
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps
  • Tonsillitis and Adenoid Enlargement
  • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
  • Vertigo and Balance Disorders
  • Chronic Tinnitus
  • Pediatric Airway Disorders
  • Voice and Laryngeal Disorders
  • Nasal Septal Deviation
  • Thyroid Conditions Requiring Surgery

Areas of Interest

  • Pediatric ENT and Otolaryngology
  • Cochlear Implant Surgery
  • Micro Ear Surgery and Mastoidectomy
  • Sleep Apnea Diagnosis and Surgery
  • Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
  • Voice and Laryngeal Disorders
  • Nasal and Septal Reconstruction
  • Pediatric Hearing Rehabilitation

Qualifications

  • MBBSOsmania Medical College, Hyderabad, 1978
  • MS (ENT)Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, 1983
  • DNB (Diplomate of National Board)National Board of Examinations, India, 1987
  • Fellowship in Pediatric OtolaryngologyChildren's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, USA, 2007
  • ECFMG CertificationEducational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, USA, 2005
  • USMLE (Steps 1, 2 & 3)United States Medical Licensing Examination

Work Experience

  • Currently serving as Head of Department, ENT at KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad — one of Telangana's leading multi-specialty hospital groups.
  • Completed a two-year Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Children's Hospital of Michigan, Detroit, USA (2005–2007), gaining subspecialty expertise in pediatric ear, nose, and throat care.
  • Has held clinical associations with Apollo Hospitals Hyderabad, Sunshine Hospital Secunderabad, and the Government ENT Hospital, Hyderabad across his career.
  • Trained and practised at Osmania Medical College and affiliated institutions in Hyderabad, building over four decades of ENT surgical experience.
  • Holds medical licensure experience in the United States alongside ECFMG certification and full USMLE qualification, reflecting engagement with international medical standards throughout his career.

Certifications (0)

    Memberships (4)

    • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
    • Association of Otolaryngologists of India (AOI)
    • Indian Society of Otology (ISO)
    • Cochlear Implant Group of India (CIGI)

    Research Papers & Publications (0)

    Procedures

    Cochlear Implant Surgery (Adult and Pediatric) Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) Tonsillectomy and AdenoidectomyMastoidectomy Septoplasty and TurbinoplastyMicro Ear SurgerySleep Apnea SurgeryLaryngeal SurgeryThyroid SurgeryPediatric Airway SurgerySinus Surgery for Nasal PolypsManagement of Vertigo and Tinnitus

    Frequently Asked Questions

    It's straightforward. Simply reach out to Gaf Healthcare through our website at gafhealthcare.in or via WhatsApp, and our care coordinators will connect you with Dr. Jagini's team at KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad. We handle appointment scheduling, help you share your medical records in advance, and make sure you know exactly what to expect before your visit — whether you're travelling from abroad or within India.