After completing her medical degree and specialist ENT training in India, Dr Sukanya Rajiv relocated to Australia, where she undertook advanced ENT surgical training across multiple metropolitan hospitals in Victoria and obtained the Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS). She also holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), completed under the supervision of Professor P. J. Wormald, reflecting her strong academic background and dedication to advancing ENT care. She has published extensively in international peer-reviewed journals.

Areas of Expertise
Adult and paediatric ENT conditions
Ear infections, hearing disorders, and balance issues
Nasal and sinus conditions
Throat and voice disorders
Head and neck conditions
Medical and surgical ENT management

Training & Qualifications
MBBS – India
MS (ENT) – India
FRACS – Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
PhD – ENT Surgery (under Prof. P. J. Wormald)
Advanced ENT surgical training – Victoria, Australia

What Does an ENT Specialist Do?
An ENT specialist diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck. This includes common problems such as infections and sinus disease, as well as more complex disorders involving hearing, voice, swallowing, and head and neck conditions. Dr Sukanya Rajiv works closely with general practitioners, audiologists, speech therapists, and other specialists to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.

On any given day, an ENT specialist’s work may include:
Assessing hearing loss, dizziness, and ear disorders
Managing sinus and nasal conditions
Treating voice and throat problems
Caring for paediatric ENT conditions
Performing surgical procedures when indicated
Educating patients and families about diagnosis, treatment, and long-term ENT health

Approach to Care
Dr Sukanya Rajiv’s approach to care is centred on thorough clinical evaluation, clear communication, and patient understanding. She places strong emphasis on ensuring patients feel informed and supported throughout their treatment journey. Her practice reflects a balance of advanced surgical expertise and thoughtful clinical judgement, focused on achieving the best possible long-term outcomes.

Dr Sukanya Rajiv is fluent in English, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, and Gujarati, enabling effective communication with patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.