Dr. Poornima Balagopal
Specialist Obstetrics & Laparoscopic Gynaecology
Aster Hospital, Mankhool
Experience: Over 17 years
Dr. Poornima Balagopal is a highly experienced Specialist in Obstetrics and Laparoscopic Gynaecology with over 17 years of expertise in women's healthcare. She specializes in high-risk pregnancy management, antenatal care, normal and complicated deliveries, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries, and the treatment of conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS/PCOD, uterine prolapse, and abnormal uterine bleeding.
Dr. Poornima has worked with leading healthcare institutions across the UAE, Qatar, and India, providing comprehensive and patient-centered care. She is also certified in obstetric ultrasound and is committed to delivering advanced, evidence-based treatment for women at every stage of life.
With a strong focus on preventive women's health, and minimally invasive surgical techniques, Dr. Poornima ensures optimal outcomes and faster recovery for her patients. She is dedicated to building trusted doctor-patient relationships through compassionate care, personalized treatment plans, and clear communication. Her holistic approach supports women through adolescence, reproductive years, pregnancy, and menopause, helping them achieve long-term gynecological and reproductive health.
Obstetrics & Laparoscopic Gynaecology
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Education +
MBBS, MS, FMAS, DMAS
DOH License Grade +
Specialist
Type of Physician +
Full Time
Credentials +
- MBBS – JSS Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, India (2000–2005)
- MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) – JJM Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, India (2006–2009)
- FMAS & DMAS (Fellowship and Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery) – World Laparoscopy Hospital
- Certificate of Competence in Obstetric Ultrasound – Fetal Foundation of India
Professional Experience +
- Consultant Gynaecologist – Apollo Hospital, Mysore, India (2023–2024)
- Specialist Gynaecologist – NMC Specialty Hospital, Dubai, UAE (2020–2023)
- Specialist Gynaecologist – Aster Hospital, Qatar (2017–2020)
- Consultant Gynaecologist – Lakshmi Hospital, Ernakulam, Kerala, India (2014–2017)
- Senior Resident, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology – JSS Medical College, Davangere, Karnataka, India (2011–2014)
Clinical Expertise & Services Offered +
- High-risk pregnancy management
- Antenatal care and prenatal monitoring
- Normal and complicated vaginal deliveries
- Laparoscopic gynaecological surgeries
- Hysteroscopic procedures
- Fibroid management
- Endometriosis treatment
- Adenomyosis management
- PCOS/PCOD diagnosis and treatment
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
- Ectopic pregnancy management
- Uterine prolapse treatment
- Abnormal uterine bleeding management
- Obstetric ultrasound services