408 obstetrician doctors available in Bangalore

Obstetricians, also called OB/GYN are those specialized medical practitioners who take care of a woman’s health and reproductive system during pregnancy and childbirth. They are also experts in screening for cancer treatment and conduct surgeries of the pelvic organs, if required. They also deal with infections in the urinary tract. 

Why should you consult an Obstetrician?

These specialists will guide you in cases like:

If you belong to the age group 35 years and above and are prone to high-risk pregnancy, consult an OB/GYN for the prenatal care.

An OB/GYN is highly specialized and can treat complicated pregnancies. 

These specialists monitor the health conditions and changes that take place throughout the pregnancy till childbirth, up to the first year of your baby. They advise regarding a healthy lifestyle, exercise, and nutritious diet. 

What are the types of specializations?

Some of the common Obstetric care providers are as follow:

OB/GYN are specialized doctors pertaining to prenatal care, pregnancy, and childbirth.

Maternal Foetal Medicine Specialist is well equipped to handle high-risk pregnancies.

At times, a family doctor also offers prenatal care till the delivery of your baby.

In low-risk pregnancies, midwives can be caregivers. 

Educational qualifications of an Obstetrician?

An OB/GYN completes graduation, a four-year residency programme called obstetrics and gynaecology, from an accredited medical school. The candidate learns about the state of women's health during pregnancy, labour and childbirth including its various complications, genetics as well as genetic counselling. 

What is the difference between a Gynaecologist and an Obstetrician?

A gynaecologist takes medical care of women’s reproductive system as a whole while an obstetrician is a caregiver who specializes in pregnancy health and foetus health till birth. 

When is the right time to approach an Obstetrician?

If you are planning a pregnancy, visit an OB/GYN for a healthy pregnancy, childbirth and post-childbirth health care.

How frequently are you required to visit your obstetrician during your pregnancy?

From the beginning of your pregnancy till the 28thweek you are asked to visit once a month. Thereon, till 36th-week visit once every 2-3 weeks and finally every week until the expected date of delivery. 

Is genetic testing mandatory?

Once you begin consulting your Obstetrician, she guides if any prenatal diagnostic investigation is required. 

Is there any more need to visit an Obstetrician after the childbirth?

You may need to visit the Obstetrician even after a healthy child delivery, for another year or so.  

How much do Obstetricians in Bangalore charge?

Obstetric Consultation Fees    800-1000(INR)/ session

Normal Delivery    80,000(INR)

C-section Delivery     2 Lakhs(INR)

Ultrasound NT Scan    1200 (INR)

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