Dr. Gati K. Shah

Dr. Gati K. Shah Dr. Gati K. Shah is an ENT (Ear, Nose, Throat) specialist and the only voice surgeon in Ahmedabad.

You felt that scratchy throat coming on. You unwrapped a lozenge. It felt better. You thought: sorted.It wasn't.Throat l...
06/05/2026

You felt that scratchy throat coming on. You unwrapped a lozenge. It felt better. You thought: sorted.

It wasn't.

Throat lozenges do not reach your vocal cords. Anatomically — they cannot. Your cords sit deep inside your larynx, well below where anything you dissolve in your mouth can travel.

And menthol lozenges? They actively dry your throat lining — and numb it so much that you keep pushing your already damaged voice without even realising it.

Swipe to understand what's really happening — and what to do instead. 👉

01/05/2026

Nobody warns you about this part of motherhood.

Repeating the same song. The same story. The same words — 47 times — until he finally falls asleep.

For months, I did it live. Every night. My voice. My throat. My vocal cords paying the price without me even realising it.

Then one night I lost my voice mid-lullaby.
That's when Dr. Gati the mom finally listened to Dr. Gati the ENT.

I recorded Arjun's favourite songs. His bedtime stories. My voice — but saved.

Now I press play. He drifts off. And my vocal cords get what every voice needs but nobody talks about —
A voice nap.

Your voice is a muscle. Muscles need rest to recover. Not just at night — during the day too. Even 20 minutes of silence can restore what hours of talking takes away.

If you use your voice for work, for your children, for your family — this post is your reminder.
Rest your voice before it asks you to.

25/04/2026

Lost your voice? Read this before you do anything else.

When your throat is infected and your vocal cords are inflamed — every sound you make is friction on an already raw surface.
Here's what actually helps 👇

✅ Voice rest — complete silence when you can
✅ Drink warm water consistently, not just when thirsty
✅ Let the inflammation settle on its own time
❌ Do NOT whisper — whispering strains your cords more than normal speech
❌ Do NOT push through it and keep talking
And if your voice isn't back in 5–7 days — please see an ENT.

What feels like a simple infection can sometimes be something that needs attention.
Your voice is not something to gamble with.

Your voice works for you every single day…but most people damage it without even realizing.💧 Hydration is one of the sim...
22/04/2026

Your voice works for you every single day…
but most people damage it without even realizing.

💧 Hydration is one of the simplest yet most ignored habits for voice care.

Dry vocal cords = more friction = more strain
And over time → fatigue, hoarseness, and damage.

Start small.
Sip water regularly. Don’t wait till you feel thirsty.

👉 Someone needs this — share it



I almost didn't go.Radio Nazariya FM 107.8 reached out for an interview and I walked in with zero expectations. I walked...
22/04/2026

I almost didn't go.

Radio Nazariya FM 107.8 reached out for an interview and I walked in with zero expectations. I walked out with something I didn't anticipate — genuine respect, and a quiet reminder about what meaningful work actually looks like.

No big studio. No funding. No glamour.

Just a small team of young women showing up every day with honesty and intention.

Low resource. High intent. That's rarer than people think.

Swipe to read what stayed with me. 👉
📻 Radio Nazariya 107.8 FM — Aawaz Hamari!8

That moment you clear your throat... and do it again 5 seconds later. 👆 Sound familiar?Most people think throat clearing...
19/04/2026

That moment you clear your throat... and do it again 5 seconds later. 👆 Sound familiar?
Most people think throat clearing is harmless. It's not.
Every single time you force that "AHEM" — your vocal cords are literally slamming into each other.
Do it 50 times a day? That's 50 micro-injuries. Daily.
The worst part? The more you do it, the more irritated your throat gets — and the more you need to do it. It becomes a loop you can't escape.

Here's what actually works 👇
✅ Sip water slowly
✅ Swallow gently instead
✅ Try quiet humming to reset the cords
❌ Whispering makes it worse (yes, really)
Save this post — you'll want to share it with that one person in your family who clears their throat every 2 minutes. 😅

16/04/2026

Happy World Voice Day! 🎤✨
Joining the MPT (Maximum Phonation Time) Challenge today!

Initiated by my mentor Dr. Nupur Nerurkar ( ), this is a simple and fun way to understand your voice a little better.

My MPT: 18 seconds ⏱️

What is MPT?
Maximum Phonation Time – a quick reflection of your breath support and vocal efficiency!

Your turn! Here's how:
🫁 Take a deep breath
🗣️ Sustain the sound "EEEEE" for as long as you can in a single breath
⏰ Time it
💬 Drop your MPT in the comments below!

This year's theme "Caring for Your Voice" reminds us to value and care for our voice – something we use every day, often without a second thought.

Whether you're a speaker, singer, teacher, or just living your daily life – your voice deserves care. 💙

Try it out and share your MPT! Would love to see how you all do! Let's start a wave of voice awareness together! 👇🌿

13/02/2023

Bringing smiles to little ones! one check-up at a time 💙 Dr. Gati Shah always goes the extra mile to make sure our pediatric patients feel comfortable and at ease during their appointments!
Schedule an appointment for your kid today! WhatsApp on +91 7016338961

કાન, નાક અને ગળાના નિષ્ણાંત તરીકે, હું તમારા નાકની તંદુરસ્તી જાળવવાનું મહત્વ સમજું છું. સાઈનસ ચેપને રોકવાથી લઈને બંધ નાક...
25/01/2023

કાન, નાક અને ગળાના નિષ્ણાંત તરીકે, હું તમારા નાકની તંદુરસ્તી જાળવવાનું મહત્વ સમજું છું. સાઈનસ ચેપને રોકવાથી લઈને બંધ નાક સુધી, હું તમારા નાકને સ્વસ્થ રાખવા અને તમારી મદદ કરવા માટે અહીં છું. યાદ રાખો, નિયમિત ચેક-અપ અને નિવારક કાળજી તમારી નાકની તંદુરસ્તી જાળવવા ખુબ મહત્વની છે.
As an ear, nose and throat specialist, I understand the importance of maintaining the health of your nose. From preventing sinus infections to addressing nasal congestion, I am here to help you keep your nose in top condition. Remember, regular check-ups and preventative care can go a long way in preserving your sense of smell and taste.
For appointments, WhatsApp on : 7016338961

As an ear, nose and throat specialist, I understand the importance of maintaining the health of your throat. From preven...
23/01/2023

As an ear, nose and throat specialist, I understand the importance of maintaining the health of your throat. From preventing throat infections to addressing voice disorders, I am here to help you keep your throat in top condition. Remember, regular check-ups and preventative care can go a long way in preserving your voice.
કાન, નાક અને ગળાના નિષ્ણાત તરીકે, હું તમારા ગળાના સ્વાસ્થ્યને જાળવવાનું મહત્વ સમજું છું. ગળાના ચેપને રોકવાથી લઈને અવાજની તકલીફોને દૂર કરવા સુધી, હું તમારા ગળાને સ્વસ્થ રાખવામાં તમારી મદદ કરવા માટે અહીં છું. યાદ રાખો, નિયમિત ચેક-અપ અને કાળજી તમારા અવાજને જાળવવામાં ખૂબ આગળ વધી શકે છે.
For appointments, WhatsApp on : 7016338961

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Health And Care Foundation Charitable Hospital, Opp. Rajwadu, Malav Talav Lane, Jivraj Park
Ahmedabad
380051

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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+917016338961

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