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- Emergency Number :
- Chetpet: 044 4005 4005,
- Velappanchavadi: 044 4047 4047
Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam is a highly revered Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with over 50 years of distinguished clinical service in women’s healthcare. Holding MBBS, DGO, MD, PGDLMS, and MCCP, she has dedicated five decades to advancing obstetric care and women’s health, earning recognition as one of the most experienced and decorated gynaecologists in the field.
Her areas of expertise span obstetrics and menopause care, supported by a career that includes senior consultancy at the prestigious Lady Wellington Hospital, Chennai. Her extraordinary contributions to women’s health have been formally recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the University of Madras in 2011 and the Outstanding Women Achiever Award by MGR University in 2013 — honours that reflect the profound impact of her clinical and professional legacy.
Dr. Sumithra is a member of OGSSI and FOGSI, and holds a distinguished position within the Women’s Doctors Association (WDA), having served as President and currently serving as Chief Advisor — a testament to her leadership and enduring influence in the medical community. She is also associated with MMC Heritage Preservation, reflecting her commitment to medical institutional values.
She consults in Tamil and English, available on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, with a consultation fee of ₹500.
Women seeking the wisdom, experience, and guidance of a truly legendary clinician are warmly encouraged to consult Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam for trusted, time-honoured women’s healthcare.
Lifetime Achievement Award – Awarded by the University of Madras in 2011 in recognition of outstanding contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
1. Who is Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam, and what is her specialty?
Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam is a highly accomplished Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with over 50 years of clinical experience, holding MBBS, DGO, MD, PGDLMS, and MCCP. She specializes in obstetrics and menopause care, with a distinguished career that includes senior consultancy at Lady Wellington Hospital and multiple prestigious national awards for her contributions to women’s healthcare.
2. What awards and recognitions has Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam received?
Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the University of Madras in 2011 and the Outstanding Women Achiever Award from MGR University in 2013. These honours recognise over five decades of exceptional dedication to obstetric and gynaecological practice and her lasting contribution to women’s health in India.
3. What is Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam’s leadership role in the medical community?
Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam has served as President of the Women’s Doctors Association (WDA) and currently holds the position of Chief Advisor — a role that reflects her enduring authority and influence within the medical fraternity. She is also associated with MMC Heritage Preservation and holds memberships in OGSSI and FOGSI.
4. Is Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam experienced in menopause care?
Yes. Menopause care is one of Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam’s core areas of expertise. With over 50 years of experience in women’s health, she offers comprehensive guidance and management for women navigating menopause, drawing on decades of clinical wisdom to provide personalized, evidence-informed care for this important stage of a woman’s life.
5. What are Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam’s consultation timings and fees?
Dr. Sumithra Shanmugam consults on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, with a consultation fee of ₹500. She consults in Tamil and English, offering women a rare opportunity to receive guidance from one of the most experienced and award-recognized obstetricians and gynaecologists practicing today.
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