THE DEPARTMENT OF OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY (ENT)
The department of ENT has a total of 5 units namely: Rhinology, Otology, Head and neck surgery, Audiology and Speech and language therapy.
Rhinology is the unit which is well established with modern endoscopic facilities for diagnosis and operations. It deals with diseases of the nose and paranasal sinuses which could be congenital, acquired and infectious.
Otology unit is well established with modern microscopy facilities for diagnosis and operations. It deals with diseases of the ear and mastoid region.
Head and neck unit treats diseases of the neck and diseases involving different parts of throat like larynx, oropharynx, and hypopharynx and salivary glands. Required equipment for establishing diagnosis and operations are available.
Audiology unit deals with patients suffering from hearing impairment and balance. It is well furnished with equipment for hearing assessment, evaluation of patients with balance problem and hearing aids fitting and services.
Speech and Language Therapy Unit is concerned with patients suffering from speech disorders including children with delayed speech, post cochlear implants and post stroke adults. It is functioning in collaboration with staff from MNH Upanga.
