Question 1

Where does Dr. Shanmugapriya practice?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shanmugapriya practices at Pentagon Clinics - Pallavaram and 2 other centres.

Question 2

Why do patients visit Dr. Shanmugapriya?

Accepted Answer

Patients frequently visit Dr. Shanmugapriya for menopause advice, Colposcopy Examination, Cervical Cerclage. To see more reasons visit the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 3

What do patients say about Dr. Shanmugapriya?

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Dr. Shanmugapriya has been recommended by 546 patients and has recieved stories from 82 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.

Question 4

What is Dr. Shanmugapriya's education qualification?

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Dr. Shanmugapriya has the following qualifications - MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology, DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology, MBBS.

Question 5

What does Dr. Shanmugapriya specialises in ?

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Dr. Shanmugapriya specialises as Gynecologist, Obstetrician.

Question 6

How many years of experience does Dr. Shanmugapriya have?

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Dr. Shanmugapriya has an overall experience of 19 years. View where has Dr. Shanmugapriya practiced in the past.

Question 7

Who is Dr. Shanmugapriya?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Shanmugapriya is a Gynecologist and Obstetrician in Pallavaram, Chennai and has an experience of 19 years in these fields. Dr. Shanmugapriya practices at Pentagon Clinics in Pallavaram, Chennai,VayuShri Fertility And Womens Centrer in Pallavaram, Chennai and SRM General Hospital in Kattankulathur, Chennai. She completed MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology from Madurai Medical College in 2005,DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology from Madurai Medical College in 2006 and MBBS from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) in 2001. She is a member of Tamilnadu Medical Council. Some of the services provided by the doctor are: menopause advice,Colposcopy Examination,Cervical Cerclage,Caesarean Section (C Section) and Hysterectomy (Abdominal/Vaginal) etc.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 8

Who is a Gynaecologist?

Accepted Answer

Gynaecology is the medical specialization that deals with the female reproductive system. Hence, a Gynaecologist is a doctor who specializes in the health and the problems of the female reproductive system that includes the vagina, ovaries, uterus and breasts. Additionally, gynaecologists are also trained in Obstetrics and hence can deal with pregnancy and child birth too.

Question 9

Is there a difference between Gynaecologist & Obstetrician?

Accepted Answer

Where a Gynaecologist deals with the health and wellbeing of the female reproductive system, an Obstetrician specializes in pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum care. A Gynaecologist is trained in Obstetrics too. Hence, when a woman is pregnant, she can either consult a Gynaecologist or an Obstetrician, but for issues related to the female reproductive system, she should consult with a Gynaecologist.

Question 10

What are the common procedures performed by a Gynaecologist/Obstetrician?

Accepted Answer

Gynaecologist:

1.	Dilation and Curettage (D&C) – The uterine lining is removed either by suction or with a curette. 
2.	Hysteroscopy– A hysteroscopy treats minor conditions inside the uterus in a non-invasive manner.

Obstetrician:

1.	Normal delivery - An Obstetrician helps in childbirth.
2.	C-section – In case of any complications, the Obstetrician operates on the patient to ensure safe childbirth.

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