Dr Neepa Vellimuttam
Consultant ENT Surgeon
Who is Dr. Neepa Vellimuttam at SL Raheja Hospital?
Dr. Neepa Vellimuttam is a Consultant ENT, Head & Neck Surgeon, and Endoscopic Skullbase Surgeon with over 13 years of clinical and surgical experience. She practises at SL Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai, where she provides specialised care for a broad range of ear, nose, throat, head, neck, and skullbase conditions in adults and children.
Tip: Each consultation at SL Raheja Hospital is approximately 15 minutes. To make the most of your appointment, note down your symptoms and any prior investigations before you arrive.
Dr. Vellimuttam completed her postgraduate training in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) at Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai. She subsequently pursued a Fellowship in Endoscopic Sinus and Skullbase Surgery and holds certification as a Cochlear Implant Surgeon. Her clinical interests span advanced rhinology, laryngology and voice disorders, otology, paediatric ENT, and complex skullbase pathologies. She has presented scientific papers at national and international conferences and has contributed to peer-reviewed medical literature.
What are Dr. Neepa Vellimuttam's areas of surgical expertise?
Dr. Vellimuttam at SL Raheja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai offers specialised ENT and skullbase surgical care across the following domains:
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS): Chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, allergic fungal sinusitis, sinonasal tumours, mucoceles, and sinus-related headaches.
- Endoscopic Skullbase Surgery: CSF leak repair, CSF rhinorrhea, pituitary tumour access, skullbase tumour surgery, and skullbase defect reconstruction.
- Laryngology & Voice Disorders: Vocal cord nodules, polyps, cysts, vocal cord paralysis, chronic laryngitis, and professional voice disorders — managed via microlaryngoscopy and endoscopic laryngeal surgery.
- Ear Disorders & Hearing Restoration: Chronic ear infections, tympanic membrane perforations, cholesteatoma, otosclerosis, vertigo, and cochlear implant surgery.
- Nasal & Airway Surgery: Deviated nasal septum, turbinate hypertrophy, chronic rhinitis, and cosmetic or functional nasal deformities via septoplasty and rhinoplasty.
- Head & Neck Surgery: Thyroid nodules, parotid gland tumours, submandibular gland disease, thyroglossal duct cysts, branchial cysts, and neck masses.
- Paediatric ENT: Recurrent tonsillitis, enlarged adenoids, snoring, sleep-disordered breathing, subglottic stenosis, laryngomalacia, and congenital choanal atresia.
Which ENT and skullbase procedures does Dr. Vellimuttam perform?
Dr. Neepa Vellimuttam performs a comprehensive range of ENT, head and neck, and skullbase procedures at SL Raheja Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai. Her surgical repertoire includes:
| Category | Procedures |
|---|---|
| Sinus & Skullbase | FESS, Endoscopic Skullbase Surgery, Endoscopic Repair of CSF Leaks, Excision of Mucoceles |
| Ear | Tympanoplasty, Mastoidectomy, Myringotomy, Ossicular Reconstruction, Cochlear Implant Surgery |
| Nose & Airway | Septoplasty, Rhinoplasty, Turbinate Reduction, Endoscopic Nasal Surgery |
| Laryngology | Microlaryngoscopy, Vocal Cord Lesion Excision, Laryngeal Biopsies, Endoscopic Laryngeal Surgery |
| Head & Neck | Thyroidectomy, Parotidectomy, Submandibular Gland Excision, Thyroglossal Cyst Excision, Neck Mass Surgery |
| Paediatric ENT | Tonsillectomy, Adenoidectomy, Myringotomy with Grommet Insertion, Endoscopic Airway Procedures |
What are Dr. Neepa Vellimuttam's qualifications and training?
Dr. Vellimuttam holds the following academic qualifications and specialist training credentials:
- MBBS
- DNB – Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) — Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai
- Fellowship in Endoscopic Sinus & Skullbase Surgery — specialised training in minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for nasal, sinus, and skullbase disease
- Certified Cochlear Implant Surgeon — trained in evaluation and surgical management of severe to profound hearing loss
Tip: Dr. Vellimuttam has presented scientific papers at national and international ENT conferences and has contributed to peer-reviewed medical journals — reflecting her commitment to evidence-based practice.
What can patients expect from a consultation with Dr. Vellimuttam at SL Raheja Hospital?
SL Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, located at Raheja Rugnalaya Marg, Mahim West, Mumbai 400016, provides a multidisciplinary environment in which Dr. Vellimuttam delivers specialised ENT and skullbase care. Patients benefit from her 13+ years of surgical experience, her fellowship-level training in endoscopic techniques, and her focus on minimally invasive approaches that aim to reduce surgical trauma and support faster recovery.
Consultations are structured to allow thorough clinical assessment. Dr. Vellimuttam emphasises accurate diagnosis, personalised treatment planning, and long-term follow-up. She works with professional voice users — including teachers, singers, and public speakers — as well as patients with complex conditions such as skullbase tumours, CSF leaks, and congenital paediatric airway disorders. For enquiries or to schedule an appointment, use the booking form on this page or contact the hospital at info@rahejahospital.com.
Book a consultation with Dr. Neepa Vellimuttam at SL Raheja Hospital
Use the booking form on this page, or reach out directly:
Email: info@rahejahospital.com
Warning: Sudden hearing loss, rapidly worsening voice changes, difficulty swallowing, or a new neck lump should be evaluated promptly. Do not delay seeking specialist assessment for these symptoms.