Written by P. Deepika, Content Writer, Healthcare Industry.

Medically reviewed by: [Dr. P. Priyanka, MBBS, MS, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Kanaga Hospitals]. Last medically reviewed: [23-10-2026]. Content review process: This article was checked against the references listed below and should be updated when relevant clinical guidance changes.

Quick answer The best gynaecologist in Chennai for you is a doctor who is registered with the medical council, has handled your kind of concern many times (pregnancy care, PCOS, fibroids, fertility or menopause), explains things clearly, and is easy to reach when you need help. Below you will find how to check each of these, plus 10 well-known doctors across Chennai, including Dr. P. Priyanka at Kanaga Hospital, Kovur.

Most of us don’t go looking for a gynaecologist when life is calm. It usually starts with a late period, a positive pregnancy test, pain that won’t settle, or months of trying to conceive without luck. In moments like these you want a doctor who is qualified, of course, but also one who listens, explains without rushing, and picks up the phone when something feels wrong.

This guide is meant to help you find that doctor. We cover how to check credentials, what to ask at a first visit, and when not to wait. Further down, you will find 10 gynaecologists in Chennai with their qualifications, experience and areas of expertise. We are Kanaga Hospital in Kovur, so you will see our own Dr. P. Priyanka listed first. We are saying that openly, and we have kept every doctor’s details factual so you can judge for yourself.

When should you see a gynaecologist?

You don’t need to wait for a “serious” problem. Consider booking a visit if you notice any of the following:

• Periods that are very heavy, very painful, irregular, or have stopped when you are not pregnant
• Bleeding between periods, after sex, or after menopause
• Pelvic or lower-belly pain that keeps coming back
• Unusual vaginal discharge, itching or a strong smell
• Signs of PCOS: irregular cycles, acne, extra facial or body hair, unexplained weight gain
• A positive pregnancy test, or plans to get pregnant soon
• Trying to conceive for 12 months without success (6 months if you are 35 or older)
• Hot flushes, poor sleep or mood changes around menopause
• Routine check-ups and cervical screening, even when you feel perfectly fine

Editorial Note

Don’t wait for an appointment if: you are pregnant and bleeding, have severe abdominal pain, notice your baby moving much less than usual, or are soaking through a pad every hour. Go to the nearest hospital emergency department straight away. Kanaga Hospital’s 24-hour emergency care is open day and night.

Steps to choose the best gynaecologist in Chennai

Selecting the right gynaecologist matters for your reproductive and overall health. These steps will help you choose with confidence.

1. Start with your own need

“Best” means something different for each woman. Someone planning a first pregnancy needs a different doctor from someone dealing with fibroids, PCOS, repeated miscarriages or menopause. Write down your main concern first (for example high-risk pregnancy, infertility or IVF, laparoscopic or hysteroscopic surgery, laparoscopic myomectomy), then look for a doctor who treats exactly that on a regular basis.

2. Check registration and qualifications

In India, look for a recognised postgraduate qualification in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (MD, MS, DNB or DGO) and a valid registration with the National Medical Commission or the Tamil Nadu Medical Council. You can search a doctor’s name in the Indian Medical Register. Memberships such as FOGSI, or international qualifications like MRCOG or FRCOG, are a welcome extra but don’t replace registration. Also look at where the doctor trained and which professional bodies they belong to.

3. Ask about experience with your condition

Years in practice only tell part of the story. A fair question is “How often do you treat cases like mine?” Doctors with extra training in high-risk pregnancy, laparoscopy or reproductive medicine usually handle those cases with more confidence.

4. Read reviews, but read them carefully

Look at Google reviews and see what patients mention again and again: waiting time, how well the doctor explained things, follow-up care. One very good or very bad review is just one story. Ten similar comments are a pattern.

5. Think about distance and access

For regular check-ups, and especially in late pregnancy, a clinic 20 minutes away often serves you better than a famous one two hours away in Chennai traffic. Check clinic timings, weekend slots, and whether a hospital with emergency services is available 24 hours.

6. Notice how you feel in the first consultation

Did you feel heard? Did the doctor explain your options and risks in words you understood, in a language you are comfortable with? Could you ask the “silly” questions? Comfort matters, because it decides whether you will come back for follow-ups and speak honestly about sensitive issues.

7. Understand costs and insurance up front

Ask about the consultation fee, scan charges, any delivery or surgery package, and whether your insurance or TPA is accepted. It is much easier to ask before treatment than after.

8. Use recommendations, then verify them

Family, friends and your family physician are good starting points. Still run the doctor through steps 2 to 6 before you decide.

Red flags to watch for

• Promises of “100% cure” or “guaranteed pregnancy”
• Pressure to book expensive tests or surgery without explaining why
• No visible registration number or qualification details
• Dismissing your questions or symptoms
• No clear plan for emergencies or after-hours care
• Cosmetic or “rejuvenation” procedures sold without a clear medical reason or evidence

 

How we put this list together

We looked at publicly available information about each doctor: qualifications, years of practice, hospital affiliation and areas of expertise. This is not a ranking and it is not a paid list. Dr. P. Priyanka is listed first because she is our doctor; the other nine are in no particular order. Doctors move clinics and update their practice, so please confirm timings and availability directly with the clinic. If you are one of the doctors listed and want your details updated, write to us at corp.kanagahospital@gmail.com.

Dr. P. Priyanka, Kanaga Hospital, Kovur (Editor’s Choice)

Dr. P. Priyanka is the consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at Kanaga Hospital, and the doctor many of our women’s health patients meet first. She is known for careful diagnosis and for taking time to explain things in plain language, especially when a pregnancy needs extra watching. Her research includes a published paper on the placenta in pre-eclampsia. She speaks Tamil, Telugu, Hindi and English, so most patients can talk with her in the language they are most comfortable in.

Education: MBBS from Madras Medical College (2010); DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Madras Medical College (2014); MRCOG (London, 2022)

Experience: 7+ years in obstetrics and gynaecology, including 3.5 years of teaching

Area of expertise: Endoscopic (laparoscopic) gynaecology, high-risk pregnancies and general obstetric care

Practises at: Kanaga Hospital, 7-131 Kundrathur Main Road, Kovur, Mangadu, Chennai 600128

What patients commonly see her for: regular antenatal care and delivery, high-risk pregnancy (such as high blood pressure or diabetes in pregnancy), irregular or heavy periods, PCOS, fibroids and ovarian cysts, laparoscopic procedures, and routine women’s health check-ups.

Book an appointment with Dr. P. Priyanka

Top 10 other gynaecologists in Chennai

Doctor	Qualifications	Known for	Practises at
Dr. P. Priyanka (Editor’s Choice)	MBBS, DNB (Obs & Gyn), MRCOG	High-risk pregnancy, laparoscopic gynaecology	Kanaga Hospital, Kovur
Dr. Bhargavi R	MBBS, MS, DNB (Obs & Gyn)	Obstetric care, fetal medicine, infertility	WEA Clinic; Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Pallikaranai
Dr. Misha Pepsi	MBBS, DGO, DNB	Infertility, premarital counselling, high-risk pregnancy	Selva Maternity Centre
Dr. Swaathy	MBBS, MS (Obs & Gyn)	Cosmetic gynaecology, complicated obstetrics	WEA Clinic
Dr. Sumana Manohar	MBBS, FRCOG (UK)	Laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery, infertility	Apollo Cradle; Apollo Women’s Hospital
Dr. Erika Patel	MBBS, MS, MCh (Reproductive Medicine)	IVF, ICSI, male and female infertility	ART Fertility Clinics
Dr. Indhra Nedumaran	MBBS, DNB (Obs & Gyn)	IVF, pre-pregnancy counselling, abnormal uterine bleeding	A2Z Pregnancy Care; Chinthamani Hospital
Dr. P.V. Anuradha	MBBS, DGO (MRCOG per profile)	IVF, female infertility, normal delivery	Cloudnine, T Nagar; Anyaa Wellness; own clinic, Choolaimedu
Dr. Vinitha Padmini Mary	MBBS, MD (Obs & Gyn), DGO	Hysterectomy, D&C, cordocentesis	Own clinic
Dr. S. Samundi Sankari	MBBS, MD, DGO, Dip. Anaesthesiology	PCOS, IUI, IVF, infertility	Shruti Fertility Hospital and Women’s Clinic
Dr. Kamala Selvaraj	MBBS, MD (Obs & Gyn), DGO, PhD	IVF, assisted reproduction, infertility	GG Hospital, Nungambakkam

1. Dr. Bhargavi R

Dr. Bhargavi R is a well-regarded obstetrician and gynaecologist known for reproductive health care. She has worked across teaching and private practice, and has trained in reproductive medicine.

Education: MBBS, MS and DNB from Kilpauk Medical College (Chennai) and Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram

Experience: Visiting consultant at WEA (Women’s Enhancement & Aesthetics) Clinic and Dr. Kamakshi Memorial Hospital, Pallikaranai; assistant professor and consultant at Sri Lalithambigai Medical College Hospital; earlier Senior Registrar at Apollo Cradle and Children’s Hospital

Area of expertise: Complete obstetric care, fetal medicine, infertility, complicated pregnancies and cosmetic gynaecological surgery

2. Dr. Misha Pepsi

Dr. Misha Pepsi treats a wide range of gynaecological problems and supports women through reproductive health concerns. She speaks English and Hindi.

Education: MBBS (Annamalai University, 2006); DGO (Sri Ramachandra University, 2008); DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Voluntary Health Services Hospital, 2012)

Experience: Obstetrician-gynaecologist at Selva Maternity Centre; 13 years as a specialist, 16 years in total

Area of expertise: Infertility, premarital counselling, high-risk pregnancy, diagnosing conditions in pregnancy, and diet and nutrition plans for pregnant women

3. Dr. Swaathy

Dr. Swaathy is an obstetrician-gynaecologist with a special interest in cosmetic gynaecology. She has taken part in presentations, research and workshops in her field.

Education: MBBS (Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Chennai); MS (Kasturba Medical College, Manipal); further gynaecology training at Shashirekha Multi-specialty Hospital, Kanhangad, Kerala

Practises at: WEA Clinic, Chennai

Area of expertise: Cosmetic gynaecology, complicated obstetric care, infertility and general gynaecology

4. Dr. Sumana Manohar

Dr. Sumana Manohar is a senior obstetrician and gynaecologist with nearly four decades of experience, including laparoscopic, hysteroscopic and robotic surgery. She is a member of the Indian Medical Association.

Education: MBBS (1987); Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London (FRCOG, 2005)

Experience: About 38 years in obstetrics and gynaecology; served as secretary of the Tamil Nadu association linked to the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists from 2000 to 2005

Practises at: Apollo Cradle and Apollo Women’s Hospitals, Chennai

Area of expertise: Infertility, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery, complicated pregnancy care, laparoscopic myomectomy and natural-cycle IVF

5. Dr. Erika Patel

Dr. Erika Patel is a fertility specialist with 15 years of experience who has helped many couples with fertility treatment and childbirth. She also treats male infertility and is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi and Tamil.

Education: MBBS (D.Y. Patil Medical College, Mumbai); MS (Sumandeep University, Gujarat); MCh in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery (Sri Ramachandra University, Chennai)

Experience: Obstetrics and gynaecology consultant and IVF specialist, 15 years

Practises at: ART Fertility Clinics, Chennai

Area of expertise: Assisted reproduction, infertility treatment for both partners, reproductive medicine and ICSI

6. Dr. Indhra Nedumaran

Dr. Indhra Nedumaran is an obstetrician and laparoscopic surgeon who also works in cosmetic gynaecology. She is a member of the IMA and the Obstetric and Gynaecological Society of Southern India (OGSSI).

Education: MBBS (Rajah Muthiah Medical College, 1998); DNB in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (CSI Rainy Multi Specialty Hospital, 2006)

Practises at: A2Z Pregnancy Care and Chinthamani Hospital, Chennai

Area of expertise: IVF, premarital and pre-pregnancy counselling and evaluation, complicated pregnancy care, abnormal uterine bleeding and cancer screening

7. Dr. P.V. Anuradha

Dr. P.V. Anuradha is an obstetrician known for patient-centred care and for her work in assisted reproductive technology (ART). She received the Best Doctor Award from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 2012.

Education: MBBS (Kilpauk Medical College, 1988); DGO (Madras Medical College, 1992)

Practises at: Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar; Anyaa Wellness for Women; and her own clinic in Choolaimedu

Area of expertise: IVF and embryo transfer, female infertility treatment and normal vaginal delivery

8. Dr. Vinitha Padmini Mary

Dr. Vinitha Padmini Mary has long experience in obstetrics and gynaecology and is known for taking time to understand her patients.

Education: MBBS and MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and DGO from Madras Medical College, Chennai

Experience: 29 years in gynaecology

Practises at: Dr. Vinitha Padmini Mary Clinic

Area of expertise: Hysterectomy, dilatation and curettage (D&C) and cordocentesis

9. Dr. S. Samundi Sankari

Dr. S. Samundi Sankari is a senior gynaecologist and obstetrician with more than 50 years of experience. She is best known for treating PCOS and for fertility treatments such as IUI and IVF. She is a member of the IMA, FOGSI and ESHRE.

Education: MBBS (Madras Medical College, 1972); DGO (1978); MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (1981); Diploma in Anaesthesiology

Practises at: Shruti Fertility Hospital and Women’s Clinic, Chennai

Area of expertise: PCOD/PCOS treatment, infertility and natural-cycle IVF

10. Dr. Kamala Selvaraj

Dr. Kamala Selvaraj is one of Chennai’s best-known fertility specialists and the founder and chairman of GG Hospital in Nungambakkam. She set up the hospital’s Fertility Research Centre in 1989 and is widely known for her work in assisted reproduction and infertility treatment.

Education: MBBS, MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and DGO from Madras Medical College, Chennai; PhD in Reproductive Physiology

Experience: More than five decades in obstetrics and gynaecology. Trained in microsurgery and IVF at the National University Hospital, Singapore, and in IVF in Australia

Awards: Best Lady Doctor Award (1993); Rajiv Gandhi Memorial National Integration Award (1995)

Practises at: GG Hospital, Nungambakkam, Chennai

Area of expertise: Infertility, IVF and assisted reproduction, obstetrics and gynaecology

What to expect at your first visit

If you are nervous about a first appointment, you are not alone. Here is what usually happens, so nothing comes as a surprise:

• A conversation first. The doctor will ask about your periods, past pregnancies, medicines, medical history and family history. Honest answers help, even on awkward topics.
• Only the examination you need. Not every visit needs a physical or internal examination. You can ask for a female attendant to be present and you can say no or ask the doctor to pause at any point.
• Tests when they are useful. Depending on your concern, this may include blood tests, an ultrasound scan, or a Pap smear or HPV test. At Kanaga, our in-house laboratory and ultrasonography service keep this under one roof.
• A plan you understand. You should leave knowing what the doctor suspects, what the next step is, and when to come back.
• What to bring: previous reports and scans, a list of current medicines, and the date of your last period.

Questions worth asking your gynaecologist

• What do you think is causing my symptoms, and how will we confirm it?
• What are my treatment options, and what are the risks and costs of each?
• How many patients with my condition do you treat?
• If there is an emergency, who do I call, and where do I go?
• How often will I need to come back?

Why women choose Kanaga Hospital for gynaecology and pregnancy care

Kanaga Hospital is on Kundrathur Main Road in Kovur, Mangadu, within easy reach of Porur, Kundrathur, Poonamallee and nearby areas. What our patients tell us they value most is having things in one place:

• Women’s health under our gynaecology and obstetrics department, led by Dr. P. Priyanka
• 24-hour emergency care, laboratory, pharmacy and X-ray, so tests and medicines don’t mean running between buildings
• Ultrasonography for scans during pregnancy and gynaecological check-ups
• Other specialists on site, such as internal medicine and diabetology (useful for PCOS and for diabetes in pregnancy), general surgery, and paediatric care for your baby
• Simple booking. You can call or WhatsApp to book. No referral is needed.

Conclusion

Finding the right gynaecologist is rarely about picking the most famous name. It is about matching a registered, experienced doctor to your needs, and then trusting your own sense of whether you feel heard. Use the steps above, check registrations, read reviews with care, and ask questions at the first visit. Whether you need a routine check-up, pregnancy care or help with a longer-term concern, the right doctor makes the whole journey easier.

If you would like to see a gynaecologist near Mangadu, Porur or Kundrathur, you can book an appointment with Dr. P. Priyanka at Kanaga Hospital, or meet the rest of our specialist team.

Frequently asked questions

How can I choose the best gynaecologist in Chennai?

Check that the doctor is registered with the NMC or Tamil Nadu Medical Council, has a recognised postgraduate qualification in obstetrics and gynaecology, and has experience with your specific concern. Then look at patient reviews, distance and access, and how comfortable you feel in the first consultation.

How often should I visit a gynaecologist?

In a healthy pregnancy, visits are commonly monthly in the first 28 weeks and more frequent toward the end, but your doctor will set the schedule for you. If you are not pregnant, a yearly check-up is a sensible habit, and sooner if you notice changes in your periods or any pain. Our guide to pregnancy month by month explains what happens at each stage.

Do I need a referral to see a gynaecologist?

No. You can book directly. At Kanaga Hospital you only need to call or WhatsApp us to make an appointment.

What is the difference between a gynaecologist and an obstetrician?

A gynaecologist cares for the female reproductive system, covering periods, PCOS, fibroids, infections, fertility and menopause. An obstetrician looks after pregnancy, childbirth and the period right after delivery. Most doctors in India train in both and are called OB-GYNs.

When should I first see a doctor after a positive pregnancy test?

As soon as you can, ideally in the first trimester. Early visits confirm the pregnancy, check your health, start the right supplements and screen for risks.

I have PCOS. Which doctor should I see?

A gynaecologist is the usual first stop. Depending on your symptoms, they may involve an endocrinologist or a physician for weight, blood sugar and thyroid checks. Treatment is often a mix of lifestyle changes and medicine.

 

 

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