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Dr. Nikitha Pillai
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Dr. Nikitha Pillai

General Otolaryngology · Dubai

👤 8 years of experience

5.00 · 3 verified reviews

2,303+ Patients seen
8 Years in practice
11 Publications
1 Languages spoken

About

Dr. Nikitha Pillai is a skilled ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) Surgeon with over 9 years of experience, providing expert care in the diagnosis and treatment of a range of ENT conditions. She holds her MBBS degree from Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences, Bangalore, and an MS in ENT from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bangalore. Throughout her career, Dr. Pillai has gained extensive experience working as a consultant at various hospitals and clinics, including her independent practice, Private ENT Care and Surgeon.
Dr. Pillai’s clinical expertise spans across the comprehensive management of conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, and sinuses in both children and adults. She offers services including endoscopic sinus surgeries, microscopic ear surgeries, management of hearing and speech issues, and allergy treatments. Additionally, she is well-versed in treating ENT emergencies, performing daycare procedures, and handling complex cases such as epistaxis (nosebleeds) and tonsillectomy complications.
With a passion for continuous learning, Dr. Pillai regularly participates in conferences and publishes research. Her approach is patient-centred, ensuring that each individual receives personalised and compassionate care.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr. Nikitha Pillai

Education & training

  1. 2008–2014 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Dubai (AE)
  2. 2014–2018 Residency · General Otolaryngology
    Universitat de València, Dubai (AE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2018-09–2019-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — General Otolaryngology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-986615 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of General Otolaryngology
#EB-28D5FB99 · issued 2019 · renewal 2029
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 670
Annual physical exam 99395 256
Vaccination administration 90471 912
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,015

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Nikitha Pillai
HEADSHOT
Nikitha Pillai in consultation
IN OFFICE
Nikitha Pillai with the team
WITH TEAM
Nikitha Pillai at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 108s
Meet Nikitha Pillai

Research & publications

h-index: 16 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of General Otolaryngology across AE
    Nikitha Pillai, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.1025/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 38662516 · cited by 198
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in General Otolaryngology
    Nikitha Pillai, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.4795/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 33053528 · cited by 156
  3. Long-term follow-up of General Otolaryngology across AE
    Nikitha Pillai, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.4923/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30496495 · cited by 90
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in General Otolaryngology
    Nikitha Pillai, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.2794/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36669856 · cited by 64

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in General Otolaryngology European Annual Congress (General Otolaryngology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in General Otolaryngology National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Otolaryngology — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2019
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2019

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Otolaryngology
  • Awareness When should you see a general otolaryngology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · nikitha.pillai@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

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Patient reviews

3 verified reviews
5.00
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4★ 1
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Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

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