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What is Gynecology?

Gynecology and obstetrics are twin subjects that deal with the female reproductive system. While obstetrics deals with pregnancy and its associated procedures and complications, gynaecology involves treating women who are not pregnant. Gynecology comprises of both medicine as well as surgical fields. While many of the gynaecological illnesses need hormonal and other pharmacological management, cancers, fibroids etc. require surgical removal.

Functions of a gynecologist

Gynecologists use a range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Some of the procedures that are widely used in gynecology include:-

Hysterectomy or removal of the uterus
Ovary removal
Removal of fallopian tubes during surgery
Taking cone biopsies from the inner walls of the uterus if cancer of the womb is suspected
Colposcopy and hysteroscopy, where the insides of the uterus are viewed using endoscope like instruments
Taking biopsy or tissue samples from the cervix, if cancer is suspected
Taking routine Pap smears from the cervix in order to diagnose and detect cervix cancer

Dr. Parimalam Ramanathan

Dr. Parimalam Ramanathan is an obstetrician and gynecologist who completed her MD and DNB in Obstetrics and Gynecology from Stanley Medical College and Hospital in Chennai in 1998 and MRCOG from London in 2000. Dr. Parimalam specializes in High-risk pregnancy care, Gynecology, Minimal Access Surgery and Menopausal Problems. Presently, Dr. Parimalam Ramanathan is working at London Harley Street Women Center and Fertility Center and Apollo Specialty Hospitals in Chennai.

Dr. DeepaThiagarajamurthy

Dr. DeepaThiagarajamurthy is a Gynecologist,Obstetrician and Infertility Specialist in Adyar, Chennai and has an experience of 26 years in these fields. Dr. Deepa Thiagarajamurthy practices at Sai Women’s Clinic in Adyar, Chennai and Motherhood Hospital in Alwarpet, Chennai. She completed MBBS from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1993,DGO from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1996 and MRCOG(UK) from Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London in 1999.

She is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA),Indian Society for Assisted Reproduction (ISAR),Indian Fertility Society (IFS) and European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE). Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Labiaplasty,Laparoscopic Surgery (Obs & Gyn),Contraception Advice,Vaginal Rejuvenation and Abdominal Hysterectomy etc.

Dr. Meenakshi Sundaram

Dr. Meenakshi Sundaram is one of the Best Gynecologist in Chennai. The services provided by her are Robotic Hysterectomies, Laparoscopy Hysterectomy, Vaginal Hysterectomy, Tubectomy/Tubal Ligation, Cervical Cerclage and Uterine artery ligation. She is also an expert in Uterine Prolapse Treatment, Uterine Bleeding, Laparoscopic Myomectomy and Uterine Fibroid Treatment. She passed her MBBS from Madras Medical College in 1999 and went on to do DNB in Obstetrics & Gynecology under National Board of Examinations Ministry of Health Government of India in 2003.

She excelled in her academics and was appointed as a member of Tamilnadu Medical Council, Managing Committee Member and Indian Association of Gynecological Endoscopists (IAGE). She has successfully treated a wide range of infertility in her 2 decades of service. She has also received many awards and recognition from reputed institutions from India and abroad including Dr. VNC Rao medal for Best student in Anatomy Lady Grant Duff and a Gold medal for best outgoing Hindu lady student. She also received the Medicos 82 award for Pre-clinical Course Gold medal in Physiology.

Dr. P V Anuradha

Dr. P V Anuradha is an infertility specialist who graduated MBBS from Kilpauk Medical College in Chennai in 1988 and DGO from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1992. Dr P V Anuradha is one such obstetrician and gynecologist who implements yoga and healthy dietary habits for improved results of the treatments for patients and couples. Dr P V Anuradha is currently practicing at Anyaa Wellness for Women, Anna Nagar, Chennai.

Dr. P V Anuradha

Dr. C Geetha Haripriya

Dr. C Geetha Haripriya is an award winning infertility specialist and reproductive medicine specialist who specializes in Reproductive Medicine, IUI, IVF, Endoscopy Surgery, Gynecology Laparoscopy as well as Sperm Donor Programs. Dr. Geetha MBBS, DGO and MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology in Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1980, 1985 and 1988 respectively. She has also pursued MRCOG and FRCOG from Royal College of Surgeons, England in 1994 and 2007 respectively. Dr. Geetha Haripriya working at Prashanth Super Specialty Hospital and as a chairperson at Prashanth Fertility Research Centre, Chennai.

Dr. Meenakshi Sundaram

Dr. Meenakshi Sundaram is a famous Gynecologist and Obstetrician in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The services provided by her are Robotic Hysterectomies, Laparoscopy Hysterectomy, Vaginal Hysterectomy, Tubectomy/Tubal Ligation, Cervical Cerclage and Uterine artery ligation. She is also an expert in Uterine Prolapse Treatment, Uterine Bleeding, Laparoscopic Myomectomy and Uterine Fibroid Treatment. She passed her MBBS from Madras Medical College in 1999 and went on to do DNB in Obstetrics & Gynecology under National Board of Examinations Ministry of Health Government of India in 2003. She excelled in her academics and was appointed as a member of Tamilnadu Medical Council, Managing Committee Member and Indian Association of Gynecological Endoscopists (IAGE). She has successfully treated a wide range of infertility in her 2 decades of service. She has also received many awards and recognition from reputed institutions from India and abroad including Dr. VNC Rao medal for Best student in Anatomy Lady Grant Duff and a Gold medal for best outgoing Hindu lady student. She also received the Medicos 82 award for Pre-clinical Course Gold medal in Physiology.

Dr. P V Anuradha

Dr. P V Anuradha is an infertility specialist who graduated MBBS from Kilpauk Medical College in Chennai in 1988 and DGO from Madras Medical College, Chennai in 1992. Dr P V Anuradha is one such obstetrician and gynecologist who implements yoga and healthy dietary habits for improved results of the treatments for patients and couples.