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Where does Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam practice?

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Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam practices at Chettinad Super Speciality Hospital - Kelambakkam and 1 other centres.

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How can I take Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam's appointment ?

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You can take Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam's appointment online through Practo for in-clinic visit with the doctor.

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What do patients say about Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam?

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Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam has been recommended by 1 patients and has recieved story from 1 patients. You can read detailed patient stories of the doctor on Practo.

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What is Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam's education qualification?

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Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam has the following qualifications - MBBS, DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology. You can book the doctor through the doctor's profile on Practo.

Question 5

What does Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam specialises in ?

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Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam specialises as Gynecologist.

Question 6

How many years of experience does Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam have?

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

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Who is Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam?

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Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam is a Gynecologist in Sholinganallur, Chennai and has an experience of 19 years in this field. Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam practices at Astra Speciality Hospital in Sholinganallur, Chennai,Astra Speciality Hospital in Semmancheri, Chennai and Chettinad Super Speciality Hospital in Kelambakkam, Chennai. She completed MBBS from Rajah Muthiah Medical College, Annamalai University in 2007 and DNB - Obstetrics & Gynecology from National Borad of Examinations Ministry of Health Government of India in 2013.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

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Who is a Gynaecologist?

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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?

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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?

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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.

Dr. Puvithra Thanikachalam

Kelambakkam, Chennai

Chettinad Super Speciality Hospital

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