Adil Fatakia MD, MBA

Otolaryngologist

ENT & Allergy of New Orleans

Adil A. Fatakia, MD, MBA, is a board-certified otolaryngologist at ENT & Allergy of New Orleans in Marrero, Louisiana. With more than a decade of experience, he specializes in sinus, allergy, and nasal care, offering advanced, minimally invasive treatments to help patients breathe and live better across the Greater New Orleans area. Dr. Adil A. Fatakia earned both his Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Tulane University School of Medicine in 2012. This dual-degree background provides him with a unique combination of clinical expertise and organizational leadership, allowing him to deliver patient-centered care with efficiency and innovation. ‍ He completed a prestigious Fellowship at the Sinus and Nasal Institute of Florida (SNIFL), where he refined his surgical skills in the management of complex nasal and sinus disorders. Dr. Fatakia is a Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA) and the American Academy of Rhinology (AAR), reflecting his ongoing commitment to advancing ENT and sinus medicine through both clinical excellence and research. ‍ Before medical school, Dr. Fatakia graduated Summa Cum Laude from Vanderbilt University in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. His academic achievements include induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, as well as receiving the Harold G. Tabb, MD Award and the Tulane 34 Award, which recognizes leadership and service. ‍ An accomplished academic and published author, Dr. Fatakia has contributed to peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and scientific abstracts. His research includes studies on nasal cerebrospinal fluid leaks, pediatric sleep apnea, and the use of intraoperative nerve monitoring in thyroid surgery. He has also contributed to educational texts, such as the book chapter “History of Frontal Sinus Surgery” in The Frontal Sinus, 2nd Edition. ‍ Dr. Fatakia currently serves as President of the Greater New Orleans ENT Society, where he leads initiatives to advance professional education, clinical collaboration, and innovation among otolaryngology specialists in the region. His professional service also includes work with the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Grant for Post-Katrina Healthcare Reform, focused on strengthening healthcare delivery systems and supporting medical excellence throughout Louisiana.