Puberphonia, a condition where males retain a high‑pitched voice after puberty, has long been a source of psychological distress and social stigma. At the forefront of tackling this challenge is Dr. M. Kumaresan, Chairman of Siva ENT Head & Neck Hospital, Chennai, who has pioneered a unique blend of AI diagnostics and VR therapy to restore natural adult voices.
- The Challenge of Puberphonia
- AI in Diagnosis and Monitoring
- VR in Therapy and Training
- Impact and Milestones
- By merging AI precision with VR immersion, Dr. Kumaresan has created a revolutionary ecosystem for puberphonia care. His work not only restores voices but also rebuilds confidence, offering hope to thousands worldwide
The Challenge of Puberphonia
Affects confidence, social acceptance, and mental health.
Traditional treatments often required prolonged speech therapy or surgery.
Patients struggled with relapse and inconsistent outcomes.
AI in Diagnosis and Monitoring
Voice Pitch Analyzer: AI algorithms measure pitch and resonance with precision.
Kumaresan Puberphonia App: Enables early detection of voice disorders, including puberphonia, Parkinsonism, and vocal cord paralysis.
Data‑Driven Voice Index: Standardizes diagnosis and tracks rehabilitation progress.
Global Accessibility: App empowers ENT specialists, speech therapists, and even rural patients with objective screening.
VR in Therapy and Training
Immersive Voice Practice: Patients rehearse speaking in simulated real‑world scenarios (classrooms, interviews, public speaking).
Confidence Building: VR reduces social anxiety by offering safe rehearsal environments.
Clinician Education: ENT surgeons and medical engineers train interactively in uvula manipulation and resonance exercises.
Scalable Programs: Medical and engineering students are trained through VR modules, expanding expertise globally.
Impact and Milestones
Over 1,700 patients successfully treated at Siva ENT Hospital.
Launch of Brain Avatar Exhibition showcasing AI + VR applications in voice and hearing awareness.
Collaboration with bio‑engineering students from Sri Ramachandra Medical College to advance research.
Upcoming voice therapy classes to democratize access to treatment.
By merging AI precision with VR immersion, Dr. Kumaresan has created a revolutionary ecosystem for puberphonia care. His work not only restores voices but also rebuilds confidence, offering hope to thousands worldwide
