Dr Yahya Atiya Rosebank

Dr Yahya Atiya – Specialist ENT Surgeon in Rosebank

About Dr Yahya Atiya

Dr Yahya Atiya is a highly skilled and dedicated Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist, with extensive experience and qualifications in the field. He graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2004 and quickly made his mark in the medical community, gaining entry into the prestigious Golden Key International Honours Society during his academic journey. His early career included completing an internship at the renowned Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital in Soweto, followed by a year in the rural town of Standerton, Mpumalanga, where he served the needs of underprivileged communities.

Dr Atiya’s passion for medicine initially steered him towards Ophthalmology, but after a pivotal experience in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology at Bara Hospital, he discovered a deep connection with ENT. This led him to pursue his specialisation in the field. Dr Atiya successfully completed his Master of Medicine in Otorhinolaryngology with distinction in 2014 and has since been committed to advancing his skills and knowledge. He is actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students and registrars at the University of the Witwatersrand and is a key member of the Baragwanath Cochlear Implant team.

Dr Atiya has a strong focus on surgical interventions and treatment options across various ENT specialisations, ensuring personalised care for each patient.

Services Provided by Dr Yahya Atiya

Dr Atiya offers a comprehensive range of ENT services to treat a wide variety of conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, and head & neck. His expertise spans several areas, including:

Otology (Ear Surgery)

• Hearing Screening: Comprehensive screening with appropriate referrals for further management.
• Cochlear Implants: In collaboration with Dr MRI Ahmed at Netcare Garden City Hospital, offering advanced cochlear implant treatments.
• Myringotomy and Grommet Insertion: Surgical treatments for fluid in the ears.
• Mastoidectomy and Tympanoplasty: Repairing ear damage caused by infections or injury.
• Cholesteatoma Surgery: Treatment for abnormal skin growth in the ear.
• Bone Anchored Hearing Devices: Surgical solutions for conductive hearing loss.
• Preauricular Sinus Excision: Removal of congenital ear sinuses.

Head and Neck Surgery

• Parotid and Salivary Gland Surgery: Surgical interventions for conditions affecting the salivary glands.
• Malignancies of the Head and Neck: Comprehensive care for cancers of the head and neck region.
• Pharyngeal Diverticulum Repair: Endoscopic and open surgical options for swallowing disorders.
• Tracheostomy: Surgical creation of an opening in the windpipe for breathing assistance.
• Benign Tumour Removal: Removal of non-cancerous growths such as lipomas.
• Abscess Drainage: Treatment for abscesses in the head and neck area.
• Adult Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy: Surgical treatment for chronic tonsil and adenoid issues.
• Laser Management: Advanced laser treatments for various laryngeal conditions.

Rhinology (Nose and Sinus Surgery)

• Septorhinoplasty: Functional open and closed procedures to correct nasal blockages (excluding cosmetic work).
• Septoplasty: Surgical correction of a deviated septum to improve airflow.
• Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) for chronic sinusitis and other sinus issues.
• Frontal Sinus Surgery: Endoscopic surgery for the treatment of sinus drainage issues and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks.
• Management of Allergic Rhinitis: Treatment of seasonal and perennial allergies.
• Endoscopic Dacrocystorhinostomy: Tear duct surgery to relieve blockage.

Paediatric ENT

• Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy: Surgical removal of the tonsils and adenoids in children with recurrent infections.
• Supraglottoplasty: Treatment for laryngomalacia, a condition causing breathing difficulties in infants.
• Branchial Cleft Surgery: Treatment for congenital neck abnormalities in children.

Voice Disorders

• Injection Laryngoplasty: Injectable treatment for vocal fold paralysis.
• Thyroplasty: Surgery to improve voice production in patients with vocal cord issues.
• Vocal Fold Surgery: Removal of vocal fold nodules and cysts.
• Resection of Tracheal Stenosis: Treatment for narrowing of the windpipe that affects breathing.

Additional Information

Dr Yahya Atiya is not only a leading ENT surgeon in Rosebank but also a committed educator in the medical field. His dedication to improving ENT healthcare is evident in his active participation in national training courses, which continually enhances his surgical abilities and broadens his expertise. His compassionate approach ensures that all patients receive personalised, quality care, with an emphasis on patient education to empower individuals in making informed decisions about their health.