Best ENT Specialists for Deviated Nasal Septum in Delhi NCR, India

This page lists 32 deviated nasal septum doctors in Delhi NCR, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 32 deviated nasal septum doctors in Delhi NCR, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Deviated Nasal Septum doctors in Delhi NCR, India

This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.

About the Condition

What is Deviated Nasal Septum?

The nasal septum is the thin wall of cartilage and bone that divides the nasal cavity into two passages; when this wall is significantly displaced to one side, the condition is called a deviated nasal septum. While a mild degree of asymmetry is common and often causes no problems, a more pronounced deviation can obstruct airflow, disrupt sleep, and predispose a person to recurrent sinus infections, nosebleeds, and facial pressure. Left unmanaged, significant deviation may contribute to chronic sinusitis, sleep-disordered breathing, or compensatory changes in the nasal lining over time. A thorough evaluation of an individual's medical history, symptom burden, and relevant clinical investigations is necessary before any treatment pathway is recommended.

Individual assessmentEvery case is different

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Medical assessment helps clarify severity and identify appropriate options.

Treatment options for Deviated Nasal Septum

Care may include lifestyle changes, medical treatment, specialist review or a procedure, depending on the diagnosis, associated conditions and individual goals. The options below are associated with this condition in the GAF Healthcare directory.

Septoplasty

Septoplasty is a surgical procedure to correct a deviated nasal septum, the bone and cartilage wall between the two nostrils.

Why it may be consideredIt is performed to relieve nasal obstruction, improve breathing, reduce chronic sinus infections, and treat associated sleep-breathing issues. The surgery is typically done under general or local anesthesia through the nostrils, leaving no visible external scars.

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How is Deviated Nasal Septum treated?

Care usually follows several stages, from assessment through treatment and follow-up.

Assessment

Review medical history, BMI and overall health.

Lifestyle & medical treatment

Diet, physical activity, behavioural support and medicines when appropriate.

Specialist evaluation

Assess whether additional treatment may be appropriate.

Treatment selection

Non-surgical or surgical options based on individual circumstances.

Treatment & recovery

Follow the selected treatment plan and recovery guidance.

Long-term follow-up

Monitor weight, health and response to treatment.

Deviated Nasal Septum doctors

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Dr. Ashish Vashishth

MBBS, MS (Otorhinolaryngology), DNB (Otorhinolaryngology), Fellow — European Board of Otorhinolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, Fellowship — Neurotology, Lateral Cranial Base Surgery & Advanced Auditory Implants, Joint European Diploma — Endoscopic Endonasal Skull Base Surgery

HOD & Consultant — ENT, Head & Neck and Cranial Base Surgery · Specialty: ENT Specialist & Cochlear Implant Surgeon

Manipal Hospital Dwarka New Delhi, India16+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

16+ years of experience in ENT Specialist & Cochlear Implant Surgeon
HOD & Consultant ENT, Head & Neck and Cranial Base Surgery — Manipal Hospital Dwarka, New Delhi, Present
Consultant ENT Surgeon — Multiple tertiary care centres in India, 16+ years combined experience

Expertise & Procedures

Bilateral Cochlear Implant Surgery (Adults & Children)
Auditory Brainstem Implant (ABI) Placement
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and Septoplasty
Trans-Nasal Endoscopic Skull Base Tumour Resection
Facial Reanimation Surgery and Nerve Grafting

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ENT Specialist & Cochlear Implant Surgeon Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Manipal Hospital DwarkaHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL

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Dr. Abhimanyu Sangwan

MBBS, MS (Master of Surgery)

Consultant, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist

Paras Hospitals, Gurugram Gurugram, India12+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

12+ years of experience in ENT Specialist
Currently serving as Consultant – ENT at Paras Hospitals, Gurugram, managing a broad caseload of medical and surgical ENT patients.
Previously associated with PGIMS, Rohtak, where he gained extensive training and clinical experience in otorhinolaryngology.

Expertise & Procedures

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Septoplasty
Turbinoplasty
Endoscopic Nasal Surgery
Tonsillectomy

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ENT Specialist Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Paras Hospitals, GurugramHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL

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Dr. Abhishek Mittal

MBBS, MS (ENT / Otorhinolaryngology), Senior Residency, ENT, Allergy Testing & Immunotherapy Training

Consultant, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology)

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh New Delhi, India12+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

12+ years of experience in ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology)
Currently serving as Consultant ENT at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi — one of the city's leading multispecialty hospitals.
Practices at Rohini ENT Clinic, providing outpatient ENT care to patients across North Delhi.

Expertise & Procedures

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Septoplasty
Tonsillectomy
Adenoidectomy
Advanced Mastoid Surgery

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ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology) Experience: 12+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Hospital, Shalimar BaghHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI

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Dr. Ameet Kishore

MBBS, MS (ENT), DNB (ENT), Fellowship

Senior Consultant, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology)

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India25+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

25+ years of experience in ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology)
Currently serving as Senior Consultant, ENT at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi.
Built a 25+ year career managing complex ENT, head and neck surgical cases across leading institutions in Delhi.

Expertise & Procedures

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Septoplasty
Tonsillectomy
Adenoidectomy
Mastoidectomy

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ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology) Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH

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Dr. Arun Garg

MBBS

Consultant, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute New Delhi, India23+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

23+ years of experience in ENT Specialist
Currently serving as Consultant, ENT at Fortis Escorts and Heart Institute, Okhla, New Delhi.
Has practiced ENT medicine for over 23 years, managing a broad caseload of surgical and medical ear, nose, and throat conditions.

Expertise & Procedures

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Septoplasty
Turbinoplasty
Endoscopic Nasal Surgery
Tonsillectomy

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ENT Specialist Experience: 23+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Escorts Heart InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH

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Dr. Ashwani Kumar

MBBS, DNB — Otorhinolaryngology

Specialist, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology)

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India13+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

13+ years of experience in ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology)
Currently practicing as Specialist, ENT at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.
Has over 13 years of continuous clinical and surgical experience in otorhinolaryngology.

Expertise & Procedures

Cochlear Implant Surgery
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Endoscopic Nasal Surgery
Septoplasty
Mastoidectomy

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ENT Specialist (Otorhinolaryngology) Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH

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Dr. Atul Ahuja

MBBS, MS (ENT) — Master of Surgery in Ear, Nose & Throat

Senior Consultant, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist (Otolaryngology)

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India30+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

30+ years of experience in ENT Specialist (Otolaryngology)
Senior Consultant, ENT — Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi (current position).
Over 30 years of continuous clinical and surgical practice in otolaryngology across leading hospitals in Delhi.

Expertise & Procedures

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Endoscopic Nasal Surgery
Septoplasty
Tonsillectomy
Thyroid Surgery

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ENT Specialist (Otolaryngology) Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH

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Dr. Atul Kumar Mittal

MS (ENT), MBBS

Principal Director, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist

Fortis Memorial Research Institute Gurugram, India35+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

35+ years of experience in ENT Specialist
Currently serving as Principal Director of ENT at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurugram, leading a full-service ENT department.
Built and developed a high-volume ENT surgical practice performing a wide range of procedures including cochlear implants, endoscopic sinus surgery, and thyroid surgery.

Expertise & Procedures

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Cochlear Implant Surgery
Pediatric Cochlear Implant Surgery
Septoplasty
Turbinoplasty

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ENT Specialist Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Fortis Memorial Research InstituteHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH

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Dr. Ayush Chawla

MRCS, DOHNS (Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery), DNB (Otorhinolaryngology), Advanced Management of Vestibular Disorders (Certification)

Associate Consultant, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist

Sarvodaya Hospital, Faridabad Faridabad, India14+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

14+ years of experience in ENT Specialist
Currently serving as Associate Consultant, ENT at Sarvodaya Hospital, Sector 8, Faridabad.
Previously associated with Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi, one of India's leading tertiary care centres.

Expertise & Procedures

Septoplasty
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Tonsillectomy
Adenoidectomy
Mastoidectomy

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ENT Specialist Experience: 14+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Sarvodaya Hospital, FaridabadHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL

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Dr. Darius Jijina

MBBS, MS (ENT)

Principal Consultant, ENT · Specialty: ENT Specialist (Otolaryngology)

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India44+ Years experience

Why consider this doctor?

44+ years of experience in ENT Specialist (Otolaryngology)
Principal Consultant, ENT — Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi (Current)
Director, ENT Department — Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon (Former)

Expertise & Procedures

Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Septoplasty
Turbinoplasty
Tonsillectomy
Adenoidectomy

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ENT Specialist (Otolaryngology) Experience: 44+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI

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Hospitals where these doctors practise

🇮🇳 New Delhi, India

Starting from$2,000

Manipal Hospitals Dwarka

Est. 2017

NABHNABL

ENTCardiologyOncologyOrthopedics

Doctors here

4.4

54 reviews

380+

Beds

Years Since Founded

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🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India

Starting from$2,000

Paras Hospitals

Est. 2006

NABHNABL

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

Doctors here

4.4

59 reviews

300+

Beds

20+

Years Since Founded

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🇮🇳 Shalimar Bagh, New Delhi, India

Starting from$2,000

Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh

Est. 2010

NABHJCI

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

Doctors here

4.5

68 reviews

262+

Beds

16+

Years Since Founded

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🇮🇳 New Delhi, India

Starting from$2,000

Apollo Hospitals

Est. 1983

JCINABH

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

10+

Doctors here

4.9

1240 reviews

1000+

Beds

43+

Years Since Founded

+7 more

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🇮🇳 New Delhi, India

Starting from$2,000

Fortis Escorts Heart Institute

Est. 1988

JCINABH

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

Doctors here

4.5

24 reviews

310+

Beds

38+

Years Since Founded

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🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India

Starting from$2,000

Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Est. 1996

JCINABH

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

Doctors here

4.8

1100 reviews

1000+

Beds

30+

Years Since Founded

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🇮🇳 Faridabad, India

Starting from$2,000

Sarvodaya Hospital

Est. 2014

NABHNABL

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

Doctors here

4.5

74 reviews

450+

Beds

12+

Years Since Founded

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🇮🇳 New Delhi, India

Starting from$2,000

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket

Est. 2005

NABHJCI

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

Doctors here

3.8

49 reviews

539+

Beds

21+

Years Since Founded

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🇮🇳 Gurgaon, India

Starting from$2,000

Artemis Hospital

Est. 2007

JCINABH

ENTCardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical Oncology

Doctors here

4.9

64 reviews

750+

Beds

19+

Years Since Founded

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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for deviated nasal septum treatment for several reasons, including:

More affordable estimates

Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.

Internationally accredited hospitals

Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.

Experienced specialists

Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.

Care coordination support

A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.

How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Deviated Nasal Septum) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Deviated Nasal Septum in Delhi NCR, India

What is Deviated Nasal Septum?

A deviated nasal septum is a condition in which the cartilage and bone that separates the two sides of the nose is shifted noticeably off-centre, potentially narrowing one or both nasal passages and affecting normal breathing.

What are the symptoms and health risks of Deviated Nasal Septum?

Common symptoms include persistent nasal congestion (often worse on one side), difficulty breathing through the nose, frequent nosebleeds, recurrent sinus infections, postnasal drip, facial pain or pressure, and disrupted sleep or snoring. In some individuals, severe obstruction contributes to sleep apnoea or chronic fatigue. It is important to note that the presence of these symptoms alone is not sufficient to confirm a deviated nasal septum, as other nasal and sinus conditions can produce similar complaints.

How is Deviated Nasal Septum diagnosed?

Diagnosis typically begins with a detailed clinical history covering symptom duration, severity, and any prior nasal trauma or surgery, followed by an anterior rhinoscopy or nasal endoscopy performed by a specialist to directly visualise the septum and surrounding structures. The degree of deviation may be graded using established classification systems — such as the Cottle or Mladina classification — which help characterise the location and extent of the deformity. When chronic sinusitis or anatomical complexity is suspected, computed tomography (CT) imaging of the sinuses may be requested to provide a more detailed picture before any intervention is planned.

How is Deviated Nasal Septum treated?

Treatment decisions depend on the severity of the deviation, the nature and impact of symptoms, and the findings of clinical assessment — and are always determined on an individual basis by a qualified clinician. For people with mild symptoms, non-surgical measures are typically tried first; when these prove insufficient or when the deviation is anatomically significant, a surgical procedure called septoplasty — sometimes combined with functional rhinoplasty or sinus surgery — may be recommended. No single approach is universally appropriate, and the right pathway for each patient requires professional evaluation.

Can Deviated Nasal Septum be treated without surgery?

Non-surgical management aims to control symptoms rather than correct the underlying structural deviation, and may include saline nasal irrigation to reduce congestion and crusting, topical nasal corticosteroid sprays to manage associated mucosal inflammation, antihistamines or decongestants for allergy-related contributors, and treatment of concurrent sinus infections with antibiotics when clinically indicated. These measures can meaningfully improve quality of life for individuals with mild-to-moderate deviation, but they do not alter the physical position of the septum and may not provide adequate relief for those with significant obstruction.

When is Septoplasty considered for Deviated Nasal Septum?

Septoplasty may be considered when conservative or medical options have not achieved enough improvement, or when the severity of the condition warrants it. The decision depends on clinical assessment, expected benefits and individual risks.

Which doctor treats Deviated Nasal Septum?

A deviated nasal septum is evaluated and managed by an otolaryngologist (ENT — ear, nose and throat — specialist), who has the training to assess nasal anatomy through endoscopy and to perform or oversee septoplasty when surgery is indicated. In cases involving complex cosmetic concerns alongside functional issues, a rhinoplasty-trained facial plastic surgeon with ENT expertise may also be involved.

How do I choose a doctor for Deviated Nasal Septum?

When selecting a specialist, it is worth comparing their documented experience with nasal endoscopy and septoplasty, their access to CT imaging and in-hospital surgical facilities, and whether they offer a structured post-operative follow-up plan — particularly important for medical tourists who will return home after a procedure. Asking about the clinician's outcomes for patients with similar anatomy and symptom profiles can also help set realistic expectations.

What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?

Share a medical summary, investigation and imaging or biopsy reports where relevant, a current medication list, previous diagnoses and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translation where needed.

How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?

Our care coordination team helps review initial medical information, connect you with suitable doctors and hospitals, explain next steps and indicative estimates, and organise a treatment plan before travel.