Advanced ENT Care with Precision & Compassion
Dr. Kumaraswamy Krishnappa brings over 20 years of expertise in Ear, Nose & Throat surgery — from microscopic ear procedures to complex head & neck surgeries — delivering world-class ENT care right here in Bangalore.
Years of specialised ENT, otology & skull base surgery experience
A Pioneer in Advanced ENT Surgery
Dr. Kumaraswamy Krishnappa is a Senior Consultant ENT Surgeon with over two decades of experience in ear, nose, throat, and head & neck surgery. A gold medalist and prolific academic with 26 peer-reviewed publications, he is recognised as one of Bangalore's foremost ENT specialists.
His clinic, Basavanagudi ENT, is equipped with state-of-the-art endoscopic and microscopic surgical systems, ensuring minimally invasive, precise care for patients of all ages.
Areas of Expertise
Comprehensive diagnosis and surgical management across the full spectrum of ENT conditions.
Ear Surgery
Tympanoplasty, mastoidectomy, stapedectomy, and cochlear implant support for hearing restoration.
Nasal & Sinus
FESS, septoplasty, and turbinate reduction for chronic sinusitis, polyps, and nasal obstruction.
Throat & Voice
Tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, and microlaryngoscopy for throat and voice disorders.
Head & Neck
Surgical management of head and neck tumours, thyroid, salivary gland, and lymph node conditions.
Signature Procedures
Tympanoplasty & Mastoidectomy
Microscope-guided repair of the eardrum and middle ear structures to eliminate chronic infection and restore hearing — using the latest graft techniques for high success rates.
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Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)
Minimally invasive endoscopic surgery to clear blocked sinuses, remove nasal polyps, and restore normal nasal airflow — with minimal downtime and faster recovery.
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Dr. A. Mahadevaiah
Pioneer of ENT Surgery in India
Dr. A. Mahadevaiah was one of India's earliest advanced otologists — training in the United States and Canada before anchoring his transformative practice in Bengaluru. He founded Basavanagudi ENT Care Centre, which has since become one of the city's most trusted names in ear, nose, and throat care.
Today, his medical legacy, surgical philosophy, and patient-first values continue under Dr. Kumaraswamy Krishnappa — his direct disciple — who has carried this legacy forward for over 24 years.
Meet Our Doctors
Experienced ENT specialists dedicated to precision care and patient well-being.
Patient Stories
Hear from patients who have experienced the Basavanagudi ENT difference.
"Dr. Kumaraswamy Krishnappa performed my tympanoplasty with exceptional precision. My hearing improved dramatically and the recovery was much smoother than I expected."
"I suffered from chronic sinusitis for years. After FESS at Basavanagudi ENT, I can breathe properly for the first time in a decade. Truly life-changing."
"Brought my 6-year-old for recurrent throat infections. Dr. Kumaraswamy Krishnappa was wonderful with her — thorough, gentle, and genuinely caring."
Common Questions
Clear answers to the ENT questions we hear most often.
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