Dr. Purnima Kumar
MBBS | MS (ENT) | Diploma in Allergy, Asthma & Clinical Immunology
ENT Specialist & Allergist in Mumbai
Dr. Purnima Kumar is a dedicated ENT Specialist, Allergist and Surgeon in Mumbai, with a special interest in diagnosing and managing conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, voice, allergies, and related head and neck structures.
She completed her MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, in 2017, followed by her MS in Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) from Grant Government Medical College and Sir J.J. Group of Hospitals, Mumbai, in 2022. She subsequently gained valuable clinical experience through senior residency and hospital-based practice. She has also completed an Allergy diploma from Medtrain, Bangalore, further strengthening her expertise in allergy-related conditions and ENT problems.
With years of experience in Otorhinolaryngology and allergy care, Dr. Purnima believes that meaningful patient care begins with listening closely, identifying the underlying cause, choosing appropriate treatment, and helping patients understand every step of their care.
Areas of Interest
Her clinical interests include the evaluation and treatment of:
Ear Infections & Ear Pain
Hearing Problems & Hearing Loss
Tinnitus & Pulsatile Tinnitus
Eardrum Perforations
Sinusitis & Nasal Problems
Allergic Rhinitis & Other Allergies
Nasal Blockage & Breathing Difficulties
Tonsillitis & Tonsil Stones
Throat Infections
Voice & Swallowing Problems
Acid Reflux-Related Throat Problems, Including LPR
Snoring & Related ENT Conditions
Pediatric ENT Problems
Noise-Induced Hearing Problems
She also has a growing interest in allergy diagnosis and management, particularly allergy-related ENT conditions, and has completed an Allergy diploma from Medtrain, Bangalore.
Her Approach to Patient Care
Dr. Purnima believes that every patient deserves an individualized approach rather than a one-size-fits-all treatment.
Her consultations focus on understanding the patient's symptoms and concerns, performing a thorough ENT and allergy assessment, explaining the likely diagnosis in simple language, and discussing appropriate treatment options.
She follows evidence-based medical practice and believes in avoiding unnecessary investigations and medications whenever they are not clinically indicated.
Dr. Kumar's ENT and Allergy Clinic
Dr. Purnima established her private practice, Dr. Kumar's ENT and Allergy Clinic, with the aim of providing accessible, ethical, and patient-centred ENT and allergy care.
As a first-generation doctor who built her professional journey independently, she understands the importance of creating a clinic where patients feel comfortable discussing their symptoms and concerns.
The clinic provides consultation for patients with a wide range of ear, nose, throat, allergy, and voice-related problems.
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