Question 1

Where does Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar practice?

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Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar practices at Surya Hospitals - Santacruz West.

Question 2

What is Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar's education qualification?

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Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar has the following qualifications - MBBS, MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

Question 3

What does Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar specialises in ?

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Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar specialises as Gynecologist, Obstetrician.

Question 4

How many years of experience does Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar have?

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Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar has an overall experience of 42 years. View where has Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar practiced in the past.

Question 5

Who is Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar?

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Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar is a Gynecologist and Obstetrician in Santacruz West, Mumbai and has an experience of 42 years in these fields. Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar practices at Surya Hospitals in Santacruz West, Mumbai,Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai in Juhu, Mumbai and Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital in Vileparle West, Mumbai. She completed MBBS from University Of Bombay in 1984 and MD - Obstetrics & Gynaecology from University Of Bombay in 1988.. View more details about the doctor on Practo.

Question 6

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 7

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 8

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.

Question 9

Does a Gynaecologist/Obstetrician treat infertility in women?

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Yes, a Gynaecologist/Obstetrician is trained to deal with infertility and related health issues in women. Consulting a Gynaecologist can be a great way to understand and evaluate the reason for infertility and explore the various avenues of treatment available. In case of infertility in women, you should consult with your Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, who will then refer to a specialist if required.

Question 10

How often should females visit a Gynaecologist/Obstetrician?

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In general, females are advised to visit their Gynaecologist/Obstetrician at least once a year. Annual exams include a number of preventive health screening procedures that can help you keep a tab on your reproductive health and are also advantageous in identifying serious health problems in initial stages. Pregnant women should consult their Gynaecologist/Obstetrician at least three times during pregnancy.

Dr. Rekha Ambegaonkar

Santacruz West, Mumbai

Surya Hospitals

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