Dr. Bhavik Shah: A Trusted Name in ENT Care

Patients in Mumbai have trusted Dr. Bhavik Shah for their ENT care due to his expertise, constant approach, and patient first philosophy. He has a total of 19 years of experience, with 14 years as a specialist-all of which has positioned Dr. Shah as one of the city's dependable and most skillful ENTs and Head-Neck surgeons. In this Capsule Info bio, we will be looking through his career, and qualifications, as well as his contribution through his independent practice Bhavik ENT Care.

Education and Medical Training

Dr. Shah began his medical training at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (Sion Hospital), where he graduated with his MBBS and MS in ENT. He demonstrated a commitment to excellence early on and graduated with a gold medal for his master’s degree in 2011.

Dr. Shah describes his training in an interview during a region conference,

"Training at a teaching hospital saw a high volume of patients that developed skills, discipline and perspective."

Clinical Experience 

Following the completion of his postgraduate studies, Dr. Shah joined Seth AJB BMC ENT Hospital as an Assistant Medical Officer and it is here that he undertook a variety of routine and complex ENT surgeries. His surgical learning experience was made there. 

Afterwards, he moved to become an Assistant Consultant at BARC Hospital Mumbai which involved

• clinical research
• teaching for DNB candidates 
• allied health research projects

This stage of his career meant that he was able to combine research, teaching and increased clinical exposures and helped develop his balanced and evidence-based approach to medical practice. 

Specialisation and Clinical Interests 

Dr. Bhavik Shah's specialisation is in ENT and Head-Neck surgeries, he uses a broad range of skills for: 

• chronic ear infections
• nasal blockage and sinus surgery
• voice and speech pathology
• pediatric ENT conditions
• management of head and neck masses/tumors.

His experience is best characterised by minimanlly invasive techniques, he also promotes non-surgical routes of treatments when appropriate. His goal, as a clinician, is to achieve health and well-being outcomes for ALL patients.

Bhavik ENT Care: His Independent Practice

Dr. Shah is the Founder and Medical Director of Bhavik ENT Care. He works with a committed team who rely on accurate diagnosis, full disclosure, and comprehensive follow-up.

• Entrusts Consultation and Services: 
• ENT consultation and diagnostics
• Nasal endoscopy and laryngoscopy
• Hearing testing and audiology
• Allergy testing
• Minor ENT procedures under local anesthetic
• Patient education on chronic ear, nose, and throat conditions

Bhavik ENT Care is a modern clinic equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment operating facilities that provide intervention for high quality, accessible, and affordable ENT care.

Approach to the Patient and Professional Philosophy

Dr. Shah has built a solid reputation in the community and is appreciated for his calm manner, patient-centred approach, and style. He believes in shared decision making, ensuring that there is full understanding of the condition and treatment for his patients.

"Patients don't want to hear the jargon. They want to hear simple, straightforward talk. They want to hear honesty, and they want to be listened to, " as stated by Dr. Shah in a Medical Q&A Forum.

Dr. Shah's style of communication is methodical and calm demeanor provides a low barrier approach to care for families and elderly patients who appreciate clarity and patience.