Best ENT Surgeons in Sri Lanka

Frequently asked

How do I find the best ent surgeon in Sri Lanka?

Review Guru ranks 18 ent surgeons by aggregated patient reviews and ratings. Compare their feedback, check which hospitals each practises at, and confirm SLMC registration — then channel through the hospital directly.

Are the ent surgeons listed on Review Guru verified?

Listings display SLMC (Sri Lanka Medical Council) registration where we've been able to verify it, alongside practice locations and patient reviews. Always confirm a doctor's current registration and channelling availability with the hospital before booking.

How much does a ent surgeon consultation cost in Sri Lanka?

Private channelling fees vary by doctor and hospital — typically a few thousand rupees plus the hospital's booking charge. Confirm the current fee when you channel, as rates change.

When should I see an ENT surgeon for sinus problems, tonsils or hearing loss?

An ENT (ear, nose and throat) surgeon is the right specialist when a problem in these areas is persistent, recurrent or not settling with first-line treatment from a GP. Common reasons to see one include sinus congestion, facial pressure or nasal blockage lasting more than about 12 weeks despite sprays and medication (chronic sinusitis) or nasal polyps; repeated tonsillitis episodes in a year, enlarged tonsils or adenoids causing snoring or breathing pauses during sleep; and hearing loss, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), recurrent ear infections, a discharging ear or persistent glue ear in children. See an ENT surgeon promptly — or go to an emergency unit — for sudden hearing loss in one ear, hoarseness lasting more than three weeks, a new lump in the neck, difficulty swallowing or breathing, or a nosebleed that will not stop.

Can I channel an ENT specialist in Colombo without a GP referral?

Yes — at private hospitals in Colombo you can usually channel an ENT surgeon directly through the hospital's channelling desk, app or website without a GP referral, and slots are often available within the same week. A referral letter is still useful because it tells the specialist what has already been tried and which tests have been done, so bring any previous hearing test (audiogram), scan or prescription with you. In the government system, ENT clinics at the National Hospital of Sri Lanka (Colombo 10) and the teaching hospitals are accessed through a referral from a medical officer; care is free but waiting times for non-urgent appointments can be longer.

What ENT procedures are done as day surgery in Sri Lanka (tonsillectomy, FESS sinus surgery, grommets)?

Several common ENT operations can be performed as day-case or short-stay procedures, depending on the patient's age, general health and the hospital's policy. Grommet (ventilation tube) insertion for glue ear and adenoidectomy in children are typically day cases. Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) for chronic sinusitis or nasal polyps, septoplasty and nasal polyp removal are often done as day surgery or with a one-night stay. Tonsillectomy is frequently planned as an overnight stay, particularly for young children, because of the small risk of bleeding afterwards. Your ENT surgeon will advise whether you can go home the same day, what recovery to expect and when to return to work or school; ask the hospital for a cost estimate that includes the surgeon, anaesthesia and theatre charges before booking.