About Dr. Rupali Gulavane
Dr. Rupali Gulavane is an ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) specialist who has been practising in Baner, Pune since 2012. With over 10 years of clinical experience, her practice covers the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose and throat conditions across all age groups, from young children to adults and senior patients. This breadth of age coverage is an important aspect of ENT practice, as the presentation and management of conditions can differ considerably between paediatric and adult patients.
A significant area of Dr. Gulavane's specialised clinical work is vertigo and balance disorders. Vertigo is a condition in which the patient experiences a sensation of spinning, giddiness, swaying or a feeling of falling, even when they are stationary. These symptoms arise from a disruption in the balance system, which is closely connected to the inner ear. The balance system is one of the more complex and sensitive systems in the human body, and identifying the exact cause of a patient's vertigo requires detailed clinical assessment rather than a single broad-spectrum treatment approach.
Dr. Gulavane's ENT and Vertigo Clinic in Baner operates as a specialised resource for patients experiencing these balance-related symptoms. Through a structured evaluation process, she identifies the specific type and source of the balance disorder, which guides the management plan. The causes of vertigo can range from Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), which is treatable with repositioning manoeuvres, to more complex inner ear pathology or central causes that require different clinical approaches. Accurate diagnosis at this stage is what determines whether a patient recovers quickly or continues to struggle with recurring episodes.
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) and snoring are another area of her dedicated practice. Sleep apnoea is a condition in which the airway repeatedly collapses or becomes obstructed during sleep, causing the patient to stop breathing momentarily before waking partially to resume normal breathing. This cycle disrupts sleep quality and can have significant long-term effects on cardiovascular health, daytime concentration and energy levels. Dr. Gulavane treats OSA in both children and adults, where the underlying causes and appropriate management options differ by age group. She also manages general snoring where sleep apnoea has been ruled out.
Her practice additionally covers ear and nose piercing for children and adults, general ENT conditions including ear infections, nasal blockages, sinusitis, sore throat and voice disorders and the range of ENT concerns that present across routine clinical practice. Dr. Rupali Gulavane also practises at Baner Multi-Speciality Hospital, Baner, Pune, where patients from Baner, Wakad, Aundh and Pashan can access her specialist ENT and vertigo care conveniently close to home.
Services and Areas of Practice
- Vertigo Diagnosis and Treatment (All Types including BPPV)
- Balance Disorder Assessment and Management
- Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA) Treatment in Children and Adults
- Snoring Evaluation and Management
- Ear Conditions (Infections, Hearing Loss, Blocked Ears)
- Nose Conditions (Sinusitis, Nasal Blockage, Allergic Rhinitis)
- Throat Conditions (Sore Throat, Tonsillitis, Voice Disorders)
- Ear and Nose Piercing for Children and Adults
- ENT Care Across All Age Groups (Paediatric and Adult)
- General ENT Consultation and Preventive Ear-Nose-Throat Care
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Why Choose Dr. Rupali Gulavane as Your ENT Specialist in Baner, Pune?
Patients looking for an ENT specialist in Baner, Pune who has both a long-established local practice and a specific clinical focus on vertigo and sleep-related conditions will find Dr. Gulavane's profile directly relevant. Her presence in Baner since 2012 means she is a known and accessible resource for ENT care in this community, with over a decade of active practice behind her.
Her specialised vertigo clinic provides a more structured diagnostic approach to balance disorders than a general ENT consultation alone. For patients who have been experiencing dizziness or instability for some time without a clear explanation, this focused evaluation process can provide answers and a targeted treatment direction. Her management of sleep apnoea across both children and adults reflects a comprehensive understanding of airway and sleep health that is valuable for families dealing with snoring or sleep quality concerns. Her availability at Baner Multi-Speciality Hospital makes this range of specialist ENT services accessible to patients across the wider western Pune area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Vertigo has several possible causes, the most common being Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), which occurs when small crystals in the inner ear become displaced. Other causes include vestibular neuritis, Meniere's disease, labyrinthitis and in less common cases, central nervous system conditions. Dr. Gulavane conducts a structured clinical assessment including a detailed symptom history and specific examination tests such as the Dix-Hallpike test to identify the type and source of the balance problem before recommending treatment.
Snoring is caused by the partial vibration of soft tissue in the airway during sleep. Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) is a more significant condition in which the airway becomes completely or substantially blocked during sleep, causing the person to stop breathing briefly and repeatedly through the night. OSA is associated with daytime sleepiness, poor concentration, irritability and long-term cardiovascular risks. Dr. Gulavane evaluates both conditions, and where OSA is suspected, she recommends appropriate diagnostic steps and discusses management options including positional therapy, device-based treatment or surgical assessment where indicated.
Yes. Her practice covers ENT conditions across all age groups, including children. Common paediatric ENT concerns include recurrent ear infections, hearing difficulties, enlarged adenoids and tonsils, nasal obstruction, allergic rhinitis and snoring or sleep apnoea. She also performs ear and nose piercing for children. Paediatric ENT conditions often present differently from adult cases and benefit from a specialist with experience in managing both age groups.
The duration of vertigo treatment depends entirely on the underlying cause. BPPV, for example, often responds to one or two sessions of repositioning manoeuvres such as the Epley manoeuvre, and many patients experience significant improvement within days. Conditions such as vestibular neuritis or Meniere's disease may require a longer course of medication, vestibular rehabilitation exercises and follow-up monitoring. Dr. Gulavane provides a realistic timeline and a structured management plan based on the specific diagnosis established during assessment.
You can book a consultation by contacting Baner Multi-Speciality Hospital through the hospital helpline or the online appointment booking option on the hospital website. For your first visit, bring any previous ENT investigation reports, audiometry or vestibular test results if available and a description of your symptoms including when they started, how frequently they occur and any triggers you have noticed. This will allow Dr. Gulavane to conduct a thorough and focused initial assessment.
