
Panchala Murthy
Rainbow children’s hospital, Hyderabad, IndiaBiography
Dr. P.V.L.N.Murthy is a highly skilled ENT surgeon specializing in airway management, with a particular interest in Pediatric and adult otolaryngology. Over the course of his career, they have developed a strong reputation for expertise in managing complex airway disorders and performing advanced surgical interventions. Their dedication to innovation and patient care led them to receive the prestigious Abdul Kalam Award for their significant contributions in Pediatric airway issues.
Throughout their career, he has embraced both clinical practice and academic engagement. They have been actively involved in educating the next generation of ENT professionals, often sharing their knowledge through lectures and panel discussions. Most notably, they participated in a key panel discussion on airway issues, given invited talks, where they presented insights on cutting-edge surgical techniques.
Their clinical interests extend to minimally invasive surgeries, including the use of Coblation technology in Pediatric airway & ENT procedures, which has helped improve patient outcomes in various surgeries. He remains dedicated to advancing the field of otolaryngology through research, education, and collaborative efforts within the medical community.
He holds numerous life memberships, reflecting a strong commitment to the ENT community. They are a life member of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India, the Indian Association of Surgeons for Sleep Apnoea, and the Laryngology and Voice Association, which supports their continued involvement in specialized medical advancements.
Adding to their extensive credentials, he has completed several prestigious fellowships and certifications. They hold a Fellowship in Snoring & Sleep Apnoea and underwent Advanced Coblation Training with Prof. Qingfeng Zhang at Dalian Municipal Central Hospital, China, in March 2013. They also served as a “Visiting Doctor Fellow” in the ENT Department of Lausanne University Hospital in Switzerland, further enhancing their global expertise. Additionally, he received a faculty certificate for an Advanced Coblation Technique Workshop conducted by Smith & Nephew in 2016 and is certified in Balloon Sinuplasty, having completed expert training in Hyderabad.
Their dedication to patient care and surgical innovation has earned them multiple prestigious awards in several conferences.
Awards and Recognitions:
Dr.P.V.L.N.Murthy has received numerous accolades, including:
Internationally: First prize for best video presentation on “Transoral Excision of Base Tongue Lesions in Neonates” at Singapore General Hospital in November 2019.
Nationally: First prize for the best surgical video, “Transoral Repair of Supraglottic Stenosis,” at the MID LVA Indo-US Airway Conference in February 2019, and the Gold Medal for the Dr. K.U. Shah Senior Consultant Award at AOICON 2024 in Bangalore, India.
State-Level: Multiple state awards, including 4 gold medals under the Sri Poojary Lakshmi Narayana category.
He regularly shares their expertise through high-profile engagements, including a recent panel discussion on airway management and an international speaking engagement in Nepal. With a career marked by clinical excellence and continuous professional development, he is committed to advancing ENT care, especially in Pediatric Airway management, to benefit patients and the medical community alike.
Research Interest
ENT surgeon specializing in airway management