Dr. Krishna Ramanathan

Dr. Krishna Ramanathan is a dedicated ENT specialist with over 12 years of experience helping patients navigate some of the most complex ear, nose, and throat conditions. Based in Chennai and affiliated with Apollo Hospitals, she has earned a strong reputation for combining advanced surgical skills with a genuinely patient-centred approach. Whether a patient arrives with a long-standing hearing problem or needs a detailed evaluation before cochlear implant surgery, she takes the time to truly listen and explain.

Dr. Ramanathan completed her MBBS followed by a DNB in Otorhinolaryngology — one of India's most respected postgraduate qualifications in the field. Over the course of her career, she has developed particular depth in cochlear implant surgery, advanced middle ear procedures including stapedectomy for otosclerosis, functional endoscopic sinus surgery, and head and neck tumour surgery. Her clinical scope spans conditions affecting patients of all ages, from children needing adenoidectomy or tonsillectomy to adults managing chronic sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, or significant hearing loss.

Patients and their families often remark on how comfortable she makes them feel — especially those who arrive anxious about a diagnosis or uncertain about surgical options. She believes informed patients make better decisions, so she invests time in clear conversations rather than rushing through consultations. Her membership in the Association of Otolaryngologists of India and the Indian Society of Otology reflects her commitment to staying current with the latest evidence and techniques in ENT care.

For international patients considering treatment in India, Dr. Ramanathan offers a reassuring combination of technical expertise, institutional support at Apollo Hospitals, and the kind of attentive communication that makes navigating healthcare in a new country far less daunting. Gaf Healthcare works directly with her team to coordinate appointments, travel support, and follow-up care — so your focus stays where it belongs: on getting better.