Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa
MBBS, MS - ENT
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist,
Pediatric Otorhinolaryngologist
21 Years Experience Overall (13 years as specialist)
Medical Registration Verified
95% (73 patients)
Dr. Prakash Obalappa is graduated in Medicine from Bangalore Medical College. He trained further in ENT and Head & Neck Surgery (MS) from Command Hospital, Bangalore. Major Prakash subsequently trained in Otology at Vikram Hospital, Coimbatore and later at Command Hospital, Pune. After his postgraduation Major Prakash was offered the post of a Graded Specialist in ENT in INDIAN ARMY (Army Medical Corps). He served in various military hospitals in India treating armed personnel and their families. He has been a lead consultant and Head of the Department in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery at Sri Narayani Hospital & Research Centre, Vellore. As the head of unit, he has been actively involved in expansion of the department and is currently one of the busiest units in Vellore. He has also taken part in community ENT projects like rural medical camps, rehabilitation camps for hearing impaired (hearing aids to the poor/economically backward people). He takes innovative approaches within the frameworks of evidence based practices to meet patients individual needs and tailor the care package to their circumstances. He has special interests in Otology and Paediatric Otology and Paediatric Airway. Professional Expertise: General and Paediatric Otology including Stapes surgeries, Endoscopic Nasal Surgeries including FESS and Dacrocystorhinostomy (DCR), Thyroid surgeries, Coblation Tonsil surgeries, Surgeries for Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndromes.
Patient Stories for Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa
I never met such a generous doctor in Bangalore. Dr.Prakash is very friendly, in today's world doctors don't listen and understand what you are trying to explain about your health but Dr.Prakash listens to all your health problems and treat accordingly. Excellent doctor , people friendly.
Happy with: Explanation of the health issueTreatment satisfaction
He is well experienced and treated well for the issues which were reported to him. Well trained doctor
Visited For Ear Wax (Cerumen) Removal
Happy with: Doctor friendlinessTreatment satisfactionValue for money
Very good experience. Removed my ear wax effortlessly and with expertise. Very friendly doctor. I would reccommend him to all my friends and relatives.
Visited For Ear Wax (Cerumen) Removal
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The doctor is very experienced ** ********** ****** and very professional in handling the patients. The overall service was very good and we are happy with the treatment given by the doctor
Common questions & answers
Q: What do patients say about Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa?
A: Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa has been recommended by 69 patients and has recieved stories from 15 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.
Q: What is Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa's education qualification?
A: Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa has the following qualifications - MBBS, MS - ENT.
Q: What does Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa specialises in ?
A: Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa specialises as ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist, Pediatric Otorhinolaryngologist.
Q: How many years of experience does Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa have?
A: Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa has an overall experience of 21 years. View where has Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa practiced in the past.
Q: Who is Dr. (Maj) Prakash Obalappa?
A: Dr. Prakash Obalappa is graduated in Medicine from Bangalore Medical College. He trained further in ENT and Head & Neck Surgery (MS) from Command Hospital, Bangalore. Major Prakash subsequently trained in Otology at Vikram Hospital, Coimbatore and later at Command Hospital, Pune. After his postgraduation Major Prakash was offered the post of a Graded Specialist in ENT in INDIAN ARMY (Army Medical Corps). He served in various military hospitals in India treating armed personnel and their families. He has been a lead consultant and Head of the Department in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery at Sri Narayani Hospital & Research Centre, Vellore. As the head of unit, he has been actively involved in expansion of the department and is currently one of the busiest units in Vellore. He has also taken part in community ENT projects like rural medical camps, rehabilitation camps for hearing impaired (hearing aids to the poor/economically backward people). He takes innovative approaches within the frameworks of evidence based practices to meet patients individual needs and tailor the care package to their circumstances. He has special interests in Otology and Paediatric Otology and Paediatric Airway. Professional Expertise: General and Paediatric Otology including Stapes surgeries, Endoscopic Nasal Surgeries including FESS and Dacrocystorhinostomy (DCR), Thyroid surgeries, Coblation Tonsil surgeries, Surgeries for Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndromes. . View more details about the doctor on Practo.