Dr. Sumit Mrig
Associate Director
• ENT | Otorhinolaryngology
• 17+ years of experience
• Max Hospital Saket, Delhi
Brief about doctor
Dr. Sumit Mrig is one of the most reputed and youngest cochlear implant surgeons in India and Asia. With more than 17 years of experience, he has performed more than 350 successful cochlear implants in pediatrics and adults. His patients come from 8 countries. Dr. Mrig is the first Indian surgeon to have an independent cochlear implant program in Africa. He has mentored more than 14 centers in India, initiating cochlear implant programs and providing hands-on training to make this life-changing procedure accessible to a larger population.
Work Experience
- Dr. Sumit Mrig is an elite ENT surgeon at Max Healthcare, and he is one of the youngest cochlear implant specialists in India and Asia.
- He was a senior consultant and head of ENT and cochlear implant surgery from June 2010 through April 2016. He shaped the department.
- He has done more than 350 successful cochlear implant surgeries that have hugely impacted the lives of patients, both pediatric and adult.
- Has patients coming from 8 countries, where he has special care.
- He pioneered India's outreach in ENT by setting up the first independent cochlear implant program in Africa.
- Has been invited as a mentor surgeon and helped launch cochlear implant programs at more than 14 centers across India.
Education & Training
- DNB (ENT) - 2008
- MS (ENT) Maurana Azad Medical College and Lok Nayak Hospital, 2007
- MBBS-UCMS and GTB Hospital, Delhi University, 2002
Awards and Recognitions
- Susruta Award for Excellence in ENT Max Healthcare Annual Awards, 2019
- MAX CEO's Award Recognition of exemplary service, 2018
- VALYOU Award at URJA-Max Healthcare Institute Limited, 2017
- Bharat Excellence Award: Awarded for contributions towards the prevention of deafness in India
Specialty Interests
- Cochlear Implants and Deafness Treatment:Specialist in cochlear implants, BAHA implants, and bone bridge devices for children and adults.
- Sleep Apnea and Snoring:Experienced in surgical management of sleep apnea and associated snoring problems.
- Vertigo Disorders:Treatments for vertigo and balance disorders.
- Sialendoscopy:The extraction of salivary gland stones using less invasive approaches.
- Advanced Skull Base Surgery:Specialized in anterior and lateral skull base surgery.
Memberships
- Life Member: CIGICON, AOICON, DELHI AOI, RHINOCON, and ISOCON
- Executive Committee Member: CIGICON
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. 1: In which field is Dr. Sumit Mrig an expert in ENT?
Dr. Sumit Mrig has special expertise in cochlear implants and does cochlear implant surgeries on children as well as adults. Besides that, he is an advanced surgeon in performing surgery on conditions such as sleep apnea, vertigo, and salivary gland disorders.
Q. 2: How many cochlear implants has Dr. Sumit Mrig done?
More than 350 cochlear implant surgeries have been done by Dr. Mrig. With his work, he stands as one of the greatest cochlear implant surgeons not only in India but in Asia.
Q. 3: What conditions does Dr. Sumit Mrig treat?
Besides hearing loss, Dr. Mrig also treats sleep apnea, snoring, vertigo, and salivary gland disorders. He also conducts advanced skull base surgeries.
Q. 4: Has Dr. Sumit Mrig received any awards for his work?
Yes, Dr. Mrig has acquired several exemplary awards for his contributions towards the service to humanity. Susruta Award for Excellence in ENT. MAX CEO's Award for Excellence in Treatment of Deafness. Bharat Excellence Award.
Q. 5: What is sialendoscopy and what does Dr. Sumit Mrig employ it for?
Sialendoscopy is a minimally invasive technique used to treat salivary gland stones. Doctor Mrig is adept in this technique and thus offers patients relief without having to go through invasive surgery.
