Preetha Velu, MD

Preferred Pronouns:

she/her/hers

Where did you grow up? 

Portland, OR

What is your medical school/undergraduate background? 

Boston University - BA 

Boston University - MD 

Why are you pursing a career in ENT? 

I love the breadth of the field from bread and butter T&A's to large free flap cases!  Additionally, we get to deal with a lot of functional and quality-of-life issues in patients and follow them longitudinally to see significant improvements in their lives.  Ultimately, otolaryngologists were some of the happiest and most welcoming attendings I have worked with, and I am thrilled to be joining this community! 

Favorite things to do in New Orleans?

I'm excited to continue exploring New Orleans, but I love walking around the Garden District and Magazine Street and trying out new restaurants around the city!