About Prof. Dr. A. Muraleedharan
Senior Consultant ENT Surgeon – Iswarya Hospital, OMR, Chennai
Prof. Dr. A. Muraleedharan is one of India’s most respected ENT surgeons with over 40 years of experience in the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck disorders.
Currently practicing at Iswarya Hospital, Chennai, he has held prestigious roles such as Emeritus Professor at The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University and Director & Professor of ENT at Madras Medical College & Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital.
He has pioneered cochlear implant surgeries, led statewide deafness prevention programs, and trained hundreds of ENT surgeons through academic and surgical workshops.
Education
- MBBS – Stanley Medical College, Chennai (1977)
- DLO – Madras Medical College, Chennai (1981)
- MS (ENT) – Madras Medical College, Chennai (1986)
- FABMS – Fellow, Association of Biomedical Scientists
Areas of Expertise
- Ear & Hearing Disorders – Cochlear Implant, Stapedectomy, Middle Ear & Mastoid Surgery, Hearing Restoration
- Nose & Sinus Disorders – Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS), Balloon Sinuplasty, Septoplasty, Nasal Allergy & Polyp Treatment
- Voice & Throat Disorders – Phonosurgery, Vocal Cord Lesions, Snoring & Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Surgery
- Head & Neck Surgery – Thyroid, Parathyroid, Salivary Glands, Head & Neck Cancer, Skull Base Surgery
- Preventive ENT Care – Newborn Hearing Screening, Rural ENT Camps, National Deafness Control Programs
Key Achievements
- 40+ years of ENT surgical expertise
- 30+ successful cochlear implants at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital
- Chief ENT Surgeon – Cancer Institute, Adyar (specialized in head & neck cancer surgeries)
- Best Doctor Award – Tamil Nadu IMA (2024)
- Invited Speaker – Maharajah of Travancore Curzon Endowment Lecture, University of Madras
- State Nodal Officer – National Programme for Prevention & Control of Deafness (NPPCD), Tamil Nadu
Book an Appointment
📍 Iswarya Hospital – OMR, Chennai
📞 044 2025 2025
🌐 www.iswarya.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Who is Prof. Dr. A. Muraleedharan?
He is a Senior Consultant ENT Surgeon at Iswarya Hospital, Chennai, with more than 40 years of experience in ENT surgery and patient care.
Q2. What ENT treatments does he specialize in?
His expertise includes cochlear implant surgery, endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), phonosurgery, snoring & sleep apnoea surgery, thyroid & parathyroid surgery, skull base surgery, and head & neck cancer surgery.
Q3. Does he perform cochlear implant surgeries?
Yes. Dr. Muraleedharan is a pioneer in cochlear implants in Tamil Nadu, with over 30 successful surgeries in government hospitals.
Q4. Can I consult him for sinus problems?
Yes. He is an expert in treating chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, and allergies using FESS and balloon sinuplasty.
Q5. Does he treat children with ENT problems?
Yes. He offers newborn hearing screening, congenital ear disorder treatment, and pediatric airway management.
Q6. Does he perform sleep apnoea surgery?
Yes. He provides surgical treatment for snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).
Q7. Has he received awards for his work?
Yes. He has received several recognitions, including the Best Doctor Award from Tamil Nadu IMA in 2024.
Q8. How do I book an appointment with him?
You can book a consultation at Iswarya Hospital, OMR, Chennai by calling 📞 044 2025 2025 or visiting 🌐 www.iswarya.com.