ENT Services at Metro Starcare
The highlights ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) services, focusing on comprehensive care for the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. At Metro Starcare Medical Centre, our ENT department is dedicated to diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of conditions affecting hearing, breathing, speech, swallowing, and overall head and neck health. Our goal is to provide patients with accurate diagnoses, effective treatments, and compassionate care in a comfortable environment.
ENT diseases can be faced by anyone of any age and might include common ENT problems like ear infection, sinusitis, allergies, sore throat, and hearing disorders to complicated disorders that involve the head and neck region. At our center, our skilled ENT professionals employ sophisticated procedures for determining the underlying cause of your symptoms and designing a customized treatment program for you. Be it a recurring sinus problem, an annoying throat problem, dizziness, hearing disorder, or even nasal congestion; we will be glad to help you get rid of them.
Metro Starcare believes that treatment must be both centered around the patient and based on scientific evidence. In the ENT department, our treatment covers assessment and management of ear disorders, hearing disorders, sinus and nasal disorders, throat infections, voice disorders, allergies, and numerous other head and neck disorders.
A focus on excellence in healthcare services leads us at Metro Starcare Medical Centre to provide total care in ENT backed by expertise from our specialists and state-of-the-art medical facilities. It is our goal that all our patients receive professional medical assistance at all times during their stay with us. For those who are in need of effective ENT treatment in Sharjah, we can help you keep your ears, nose, and throat in perfect condition through professional medical services and treatment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ali Akbar Abdusalam leverages over 24 years of specialized clinical experience to diagnose and treat a wide array of adult and pediatric ENT conditions under the Metro Medical Group. His primary areas of clinical focus include:
- Nose & Sinus Disorders: Chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, and deviated nasal septums using advanced endoscopic medical techniques.
- Ear & Hearing Care: Management of chronic ear infections, balance disorders, tinnitus, and various forms of hearing loss.
- Throat & Voice Pathology: Treatment of vocal cord issues, tonsillitis, swallowing difficulties, and chronic hoarseness.
- Sleep Medicine: Diagnostic tracking and custom management strategies for obstructive sleep apnea and severe snoring.
For patients suffering from chronic sinus pressure and breathing obstacles, Dr. Ali Akbar specializes in modern, minimally invasive solutions. He is highly skilled in performing advanced endoscopic sinus procedures that target the root causes of chronic sinusitis and recurrent blockages. These precise techniques minimize post-operative discomfort, preserve natural nasal tissue, and significantly improve overall airflow and sinus drainage, allowing patients to breathe easier and enjoy a better quality of life.
Yes. Dr. Ali Akbar is highly recognized for his empathetic and compassionate pediatric ENT care. He treats children of all ages—from infants to adolescents—addressing common pediatric issues like recurrent ear infections, tonsil and adenoid enlargement, speech/hearing developmental delays, and pediatric allergies. His family-centered approach ensures that both the child and parents feel comfortable, safe, and fully informed throughout the diagnostic and treatment process.
While minor congestion or seasonal throat irritation can be managed routinely, certain acute symptoms require prompt medical evaluation to prevent serious complications. You should seek immediate ENT attention at Metro Starcare if you or a family member experience:
- Sudden, severe, or unrelenting ear pain accompanied by fluid or blood discharge.
- Difficulty breathing, sudden hoarseness, or an inability to swallow liquids safely.
- A high fever accompanied by a severe, painful sore throat or noticeable neck swelling.
- Sudden, unexplained hearing loss or acute, debilitating dizziness (vertigo).