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Dr Prerit Rao
MBBS, M.S.
Specialization: Ent
Designation: Consultant ENT Surgeon
Experience: 6 +Years
Timings: Mon to Sat 9 AM - 5 PM
Location: Bengaluru
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February 2026
Dr Prerit Rao is an experienced Consultant ENT surgeon at Medicover Hospitals in Bengaluru. He has over 6 years of experience and is recognized as one of the best ENT doctors. He specializes in ear, nose, and throat care and provides advanced treatments that help patients recover safely and effectively.
Current Work Location
351 ITPL Main Road, Whitefield Road, ITPL Main Road HOODI VILLAGE, KRISHNARAJAPURA, HOBLI, Hoodi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560048
Timings: Mon to Sat 9 AM - 5 PM
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Past Experience
- Resident in the Department of ENT and Head & Neck Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka from May 2017-June 2020.
- Hospital Based Projects
- A prospective case control study on nasal mucocilliary clearance in tracheostomised patients and healthy individuals (principal investigator)
- Role of basic cold instruments in treating vocal cord cyst using Microflap technique - Our experience in an Indian teaching hospital (co-investigator)
- Clinical and Radiological profile of orbit in Fungal Sinusitis. (co-investigator) A prospective study on effects of FESS surgery on nasal symptoms and pulmonary function tests.
- Clinical correlation of chronic rhinosinusitis with anatomical variations as seen in CT paranasal sinuses (co-investigator).
- Completed Training in Biomedical Research program organised by Indian Council of Medical Research(ICMR) and NIE in March 2022.
- Worked as a freelancer practitioner from 25th July 2020 to 23rd March 2021. (8 months)
- Presently working as Senior Resident in the Department of ENT-Head and Neck Surgery in Kasturba Medical College, Manipal since 25th March 2021. (24 months)
Memberships
- American Association of Cancer Research
- European Rhinology society
- Association of Otolaryngologists of India
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Awards & Achievements
- American Association of Cancer Research
- European Rhinology society
- Association of Otolaryngologists of India
Publications
- Article published in BRITISH MEDICAL JOURNAL in April 2018 under the title "Nasal septal schwannoma: a rare sinonasal tumour with certain peculiarities".
- Article published in Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and He and Neck Surgery in January 2020 under the title "Role of Total Laryngopharyngoesophagectomy with Gastric Pull Up in the Management of Locally Advanced Hypopharyngeal Cancers". Coauthored a chapter on Management of Nasal Allergy for the book titled "Endoscopic Surgery of Nose and Paranasal Sinuses and Related Topics: For Postgraduate Students and ENT Practitioners"- CRS publishers (ISBN: 9390709571) in 2021.
- Article published in Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery in October 2022 under the title "Nasal Mucociliary Clearance in Prolonged Tracheostomy Patients: A Prospective Case-Control Study".
- Coauthored a chapter on Anatomy of Larynx for the book titled "Textbook of Otorhinolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery" - Thieme Publishers (ISBN: 9789395390200) in December 2022.
- Coauthored a chapter on Physiology of Larynx for the book titled "Textbook of Otorhinolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery" - Thieme Publishers (ISBN: 9789395390200) in December 2022
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About Doctor
Dr Prerit Rao focuses on providing care that suits each patient's needs. As a top ENT doctor, he explains conditions and treatments in simple terms, helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their care. Along with treatment, he also focuses on preventive ENT care by assisting patients in detecting risks early and adopting healthier lifestyle practices.
Dr Prerit Rao works with an experienced team and modern technology to provide excellent ear, nose, and throat care, ensuring safe and effective outcomes. Whether you need a regular check-up or treatment for severe conditions, Medicover Hospital is a trusted place for expert help.
If you are in Bengaluru and need help with your ear, nose, and throat health, book an appointment with Dr Prerit Rao, one of the best ENT doctors near you. He is available from Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 5 pm at Bengaluru.
