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Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)

Specialized Care for Ear, Nose, Throat, Head, and Neck Health

About the Department

The Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Department at Nyeri County Referral Hospital is dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the department delivers comprehensive, high-quality care using modern equipment and evidence-based practices. Our team of experienced otolaryngologists, audiologists, and support staff work collaboratively to provide tailored care across all age groups—from newborns to elderly patients. We focus on restoring essential functions like hearing, breathing, and swallowing, while enhancing quality of life through both outpatient and surgical services.

Core Functions

  • Comprehensive ENT Care – Management of a wide range of conditions including sinusitis, otitis media, tonsillitis, nasal polyps, hearing loss, and voice disorders

  • Audiological Services – Hearing evaluations, newborn screening, and hearing aid fittings in partnership with audiology specialists

  • Surgical Interventions – Procedures such as tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, myringotomy, septoplasty, endoscopic sinus surgery, and excision of head and neck tumors

  • Head and Neck Oncology Support – Collaborative diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant tumors in the throat, larynx, thyroid, salivary glands, and lymph nodes

  • Voice and Swallowing Clinics – Assessment and management of communication and swallowing disorders with referrals to speech-language therapists

  • Pediatric ENT Services – Specialized care for children with ENT concerns including congenital anomalies and recurrent infections

  • Airway and Sleep Apnea Management – Evaluation and treatment of obstructive sleep apnea and other airway-related conditions

  • Community Outreach and Education – Participation in screenings, education campaigns on safe ear care and noise prevention, and ENT-related public health awareness

  • Training and Research – Clinical training for medical interns, ENT residents, nurses, and ongoing research in otolaryngology best practices

Key Services Offered

  • ENT Clinics – Routine and specialized outpatient consultations

  • Audiology Services – Pure tone audiometry, tympanometry, otoacoustic emissions (OAE), and fitting of hearing aids

  • Minor and Major Surgeries – Including tonsillectomy, functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS), and tympanoplasty

  • Endoscopic Procedures – Nasal endoscopy, laryngoscopy, and pharyngoscopy for both diagnosis and treatment

  • Head and Neck Mass Evaluation – Clinical and surgical management of swellings and tumors

  • Allergy Testing & Management – Diagnosis and treatment of ENT-related allergies including allergic rhinitis

  • Voice and Speech Rehabilitation – Recovery support in collaboration with speech-language pathologists

  • Emergency ENT Care – Immediate response for nasal bleeding, airway obstruction, facial trauma, and foreign body removal

  • Neonatal and Pediatric ENT Assessments – Early hearing screening, airway evaluations, and interventions for congenital disorders

  • Health Education and Prevention – Public campaigns on ear hygiene, noise protection, and upper respiratory infection prevention

  • Capacity Building – Training of healthcare workers and community health personnel on ENT care and effective referral systems

Why Choose Us

  • Experienced team of ENT specialists and audiologists

  • State-of-the-art diagnostics and surgical capabilities

  • Full range of pediatric and adult ENT services under one roof

  • Strong focus on community education and outreach

  • Integration with speech therapy, oncology, and audiology for holistic care

Contact

For ENT appointments, evaluations, or emergencies, visit the ENT Department or call 0724 249 693. Operating Hours: Always Open