Aspro. Shivesh Maharaj

Shivesh Maharaj is a South African clinician-researcher in Otorhinolaryngology associated with tertiary academic practice in Johannesburg. His scholarship spans rhinology, otology, and head and neck pathology, with a strong focus on conditions prevalent in high HIV-burden settings. He contributes to national clinical guidance, including updated South African recommendations on enuresis, reflecting engagement in multidisciplinary, practice-shaping initiatives.

Research explores inflammatory and neoplastic sinonasal disease, HIV-associated salivary gland pathology, and the interface between immunology and ENT disorders. Work on nasal polyposis in HIV, benign lymphoepithelial cysts, and rare vascular tumors highlights expertise in complex diagnostic evaluation integrating clinical, radiologic, and histologic data. Studies on congenital ear anomalies and pediatric skull base lesions demonstrate strength in nuanced otologic assessment and surgical decision-making.

Publications also address infectious and environmental health challenges, including COVID-19–related olfactory dysfunction and atypical mercury neurotoxicity in artisanal miners. Through case reports, reviews, and prospective analyses, Maharaj advances context-relevant evidence for resource-constrained environments, emphasizing early recognition, tailored therapy, and improved patient outcomes in Southern Africa.