MEDICAL
ENT CLINIC OF THE YEAR IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC
DR BALA ENT HEAD NECK LASER CLINIC
Dr Bala ENT Head Neck Laser Clinic is recognised worldwide for its use of the CO2 laser in the surgical management of ENT patients . The clinic has received numerous awards and recognitions for the quantity and quality of the ENT laser work carried out in the clinic .
Using an innovative approach , Dr Balachandran Appoo modified the CO2 laser to better suit ENT surgeries and provide better outcomes for patients . Compared to the conventional surgical techniques in ENT , the laser surgery provides greater precision , fewer complications ( i . e ., bleeding ), and shorter durations of stay in the hospital , as well as faster recovery rates . As the clinic with the most ENT laser work in Malaysia , Bala ENT is popular among Malaysians as well as patients from abroad .
“ From my experience as an ENT Head and Neck Specialist , one of the hallmarks of a medical practitioner is the ability to make sound decisions . With adequate data and test results at hand , these can aid in the best decision making choices possible . Making snap decisions is also critical to my work as it ’ s wise to be calm and cool while under pressure ,” said Dr Balachandran .
Deciding which patients would do better with surgical interventions and which would do better with medication or a change up in lifestyle is one of the multifaceted challenges faced in the clinic . Dr Balachandran appreciates and cherishes this nuance and very much enjoys attending to
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each patient ’ s concerns individually and trying to deliver the best care for them .
Dr Bala ENT Head Neck Laser Clinic is home to the best otolaryngology head and neck services as it tailors to the needs of every patient that walks though the door by leveraging some of the most state-of-the-art medical technologies in the field . The problems coming from patients , ranging from being as simple as tonsillitis , sinusitis , or hearing impairment to the more complex , such as neck tumors , are managed with a wide array of procedures , including simple non- invasive treatments such as lifestyle changes or medications . When surgery is needed , a trained professional like Dr Balachandran will provide the best care plan and treatment to fit the patient ’ s individual condition , designed specifically for their needs .
“ I strive to provide a platform in which the patients can receive the best treatment via the latest technology , which comprises of the CO2 laser surgical technology , high-definition video systems , and monitors that provide exceptional views of the ears , nose , and throat . It always has been my primary goal to support my patients with the various treatment options and render them with the appropriate care to manage their conditions ,” he explained . “ This award is a testament to the endeavors I have put in alongside the strong panel of other medical staff I have on board in the clinic . In the future , I intend to expand the clinic and further modify the laser for better precision and a more tailored approach for any patient undergoing laser ENT surgeries . Furthermore , I intend to partake in clinical research or randomised controlled trials to further determine the ideal laser technique for these patients .”
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