MS Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)

1. MBBS degree recognized by NMC
2. Permanent or provisional MBBS registration with State Medical Council / NMC
3. Completion of CRRI on or before the prescribed cutoff date
4. Valid NEET-PG score with qualifying percentile as per category
5. Fulfilment of eligibility norms prescribed by KUHS, NMC, and counselling authority

The MS Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) program at Dr. Somervell Memorial CSI Medical College & Hospital is a structured postgraduate surgical course designed to train competent ENT surgeons with strong clinical, surgical, and academic skills. The department provides comprehensive exposure to outpatient care, inpatient management, emergency services, and operative procedures.

Affiliated with Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and approved by the National Medical Commission, the course follows a standardized curriculum emphasizing evidence-based practice and patient safety. Residents receive hands-on training in otology, rhinology, laryngology, audiology, head and neck surgery, and endoscopic procedures.

Academic activities include seminars, case presentations, journal clubs, mortality and morbidity meetings, and compulsory research leading to a dissertation. The attached teaching hospital ensures adequate surgical workload and diverse case exposure. On completion, graduates are well prepared for independent specialist practice, academic careers, or further super-specialty training.