Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Comprehensive Obstetrics & Gynaecology Care in Chennai
At KKCTH's Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, we offer comprehensive women's healthcare services. Our expert team provides care throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond, using state-of-the-art technology. We specialise in managing high-risk pregnancies, fertility treatments, menstrual disorders, and advanced gynaecological surgeries. Our commitment to patient safety ensures high standards of care, with personalised treatment plans for every woman. From infertility to menopause, our compassionate obstetricians and gynaecologists offer solutions for every stage of life. Reliable and expert prenatal, postnatal, and gynaecological care at one of Chennai's top healthcare institutions.
LEADING WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTRE IN CHENNAI – MILESTONES
KKCTH's Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology has achieved several significant milestones. We have successfully managed numerous high-risk pregnancies and performed over 1,000 successful deliveries each year. Our department is also recognised for pioneering minimally invasive gynaecological surgeries and offering advanced fertility treatments. With dedicated neonatal support, we have improved maternal and child outcomes, contributing to lower maternal and neonatal morbidity rates. Our continuous commitment to innovation and patient care excellence has established us as a leading centre for women's health in the region.
Obstetric / Maternity Care
- Comprehensive prenatal, antenatal, and postnatal care.
- Specialised high-risk pregnancy management with neonatal support.
- Painless labour options and 24/7 emergency obstetric care.
- Preterm and multiple gestation management with advanced monitoring.
Gynaecologic Outpatient Services
- Routine gynaecological exams and screenings.
- Treatment for menstrual irregularities and disorders.
- Comprehensive fertility evaluations and treatments (IVF, IUI).
- Family planning, contraception advice, and management.
- Menopause management and hormonal therapy options.
Gynaecologic Oncology
- Early detection of gynaecological cancers through advanced screening.
- Biopsy and colposcopy services for precise diagnosis.
- Comprehensive cancer treatment, including chemotherapy and surgery.
- Minimally invasive cancer removal surgeries.
- Ongoing post-treatment care and survivorship support.
Procedures and Interventions
Gynaecologic Surgeries
- Minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery for fibroids, cysts, and endometriosis.
- Advanced hysteroscopic diagnostic and treatment procedures.
- Fertility-preserving surgical options for gynaecological conditions.
Emergency Obstetric and Gynaecologic Services
- Round-the-clock emergency care for urgent obstetric and gynaecologic issues.
- Immediate intervention for life-threatening complications (e.g., ectopic pregnancy, haemorrhage).
- Emergency surgical services for gynaecologic emergencies.
Facilities
- Advanced labour and delivery rooms with foetal monitoring systems and neonatal support.
- State-of-the-art operating theatres equipped for complex obstetric and gynaecological surgeries.
Experienced Obstetricians and Gynaecologists in Chennai
Obstetricians and gynaecologist in KKCTH provide reliable care for women at every stage of life. We manage high-risk pregnancies, childbirth, fertility issues, menstrual disorders, and menopause with skill and compassion. Advanced technology and a gentle approach ensure safe, positive outcomes. Couples receive guidance and support throughout treatment for confident decision-making.
Consultant
FAQ
- KKCTH's Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology—led by Dr. Usha Vishwanath (Director, MBBS, MD) and Dr. Sneha Sethumadhavan (MRCOG), offers comprehensive maternity care from conception through the postnatal period, performing over 1,000 successful deliveries annually.
- Obstetric services include routine antenatal care, high-risk pregnancy management, painless labour (epidural analgesia), vaginal birth after caesarean section where appropriate, emergency caesarean delivery, management of preterm labour, multiple gestation care, and foetal monitoring with advanced cardiotocography. The department operates 24-hour obstetric emergency cover and is directly adjacent to the NICU, enabling immediate neonatal resuscitation at high-risk deliveries.
- Yes. KKCTH uniquely integrates obstetric and neonatal services under one roof, so a trained neonatal resuscitation team is immediately available at every delivery for high-risk cases.
- For planned high-risk deliveries, the neonatology team is briefed in advance and present in the delivery room. The direct adjacency of the labour suite to the Level III NICU eliminates transport delays for critically ill neonates. Prenatal counselling sessions are conducted by neonatologists for mothers whose foetuses have been identified with significant anomalies, so that families are prepared and a management plan is in place before delivery.
- Yes. KKCTH performs a broad range of gynaecological surgeries including minimally invasive laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures as well as complex open operations.
- Surgical services include laparoscopic management of ovarian cysts, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and ectopic pregnancy; hysteroscopic procedures for intrauterine pathology; laparoscopy for tubal factor infertility; and hysterectomy (minimally invasive and open). Gynaecological oncology services include biopsy, colposcopy, and surgical resection for gynaecological cancers. Fertility-preserving surgical approaches are employed where oncologically appropriate.
- Yes. Comprehensive prenatal screening for chromosomal and structural foetal anomalies is provided through KKCTH's obstetric and radiology services.
- Screening includes first-trimester combined screening (nuchal translucency ultrasound plus maternal serum biochemistry), second-trimester anomaly scan, non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) referral, and foetal echocardiography for cardiac anomaly screening. Dr. Sanchaya Parthibhan (Fellowship in Obstetric Ultrasound) provides specialist obstetric sonography, while visiting fertility specialist Dr. Vasundara J supports assisted reproductive technology consultations.
- Yes. Postnatal care at KKCTH encompasses maternal recovery, lactation support, neonatal assessment, and contraceptive counselling in a structured follow-up pathway.
- The dedicated lactation consultation service supports breastfeeding initiation and troubleshooting in the immediate postpartum period. Postnatal maternal review assesses wound healing, anaemia, mood (perinatal mental health screening), and contraceptive needs. Neonatal assessment visits are coordinated with the paediatric department to ensure continuous monitoring of the newborn's growth and development.
- Yes. High-risk obstetric management is a defined strength of KKCTH's women's health programme, given its unique position as a combined maternity and Level III neonatal centre.
- High-risk conditions managed include gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia and eclampsia, placenta praevia and accreta spectrum, foetal growth restriction, preterm premature rupture of membranes, twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome, and pregnancies complicated by maternal systemic disease (cardiac, renal, autoimmune). The availability of on-site NICU and PICU means that outcomes for infants born to high-risk mothers are optimised by immediate specialist paediatric support.