Learn about Obstetrics Treatment in India — how it works, who it is for, recovery timelines, and what to expect before and after surgery. Compare hospitals and doctors experienced in Obstetrics and request assistance for cost estimates or appointments.

About Obstetrics

Obstetrics is the specialized branch of medicine focused on pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. An Obstetrician and Gynaecologist (OB/GYN) provides comprehensive care throughout this journey, from prenatal check-ups and monitoring fetal development to managing labor and delivery. This care includes routine screenings, ultrasounds, managing pregnancy-related conditions like gestational diabetes or preeclampsia, and performing deliveries, whether vaginal or via Cesarean section. The goal is to ensure the health and well-being of both the mother and baby, providing support, education, and medical intervention when necessary to navigate a safe and healthy pregnancy and birth.

Key Highlights

    Comprehensive care for mother and baby from conception through postpartum.Expert management of both routine pregnancies and high-risk conditions.Access to advanced prenatal diagnostics like ultrasounds and genetic screening.Personalized birth planning, including support for natural birth or Cesarean section as needed.Postpartum care to support recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn health.

Who is this surgery for?

  • Routine prenatal care and monitoring of a normal pregnancy.
  • Management of high-risk pregnancies (e.g., due to age, pre-existing diabetes, hypertension).
  • Diagnosis and treatment of pregnancy complications like preeclampsia or gestational diabetes.
  • Labor induction or augmentation for delayed or stalled labor.
  • Performance of a vaginal delivery or a Cesarean section (C-section).
  • Management of postpartum hemorrhage or other delivery complications.

How to prepare

  • Schedule regular prenatal visits for check-ups and screenings.
  • Complete recommended blood tests, ultrasounds, and diagnostic screenings.
  • Discuss and create a personalized birth plan with your obstetrician.
  • For a planned C-section, follow pre-operative fasting instructions (typically 6-8 hours for solids).
  • Attend prenatal classes for education on labor, delivery, and newborn care.
  • Pack a hospital bag with essentials for mother and baby for the delivery stay.

Risks & possible complications

  • Common: Perineal tears during vaginal delivery, postpartum bleeding (lochia).
  • Procedure-related: Infection, adverse reaction to anesthesia (for C-sections).
  • Delivery-related: Shoulder dystocia, need for emergency C-section.
  • Postpartum: Postpartum depression, breastfeeding difficulties, blood clots.
  • Rare but serious: Severe hemorrhage, preeclampsia/eclampsia, uterine rupture.

Recovery & hospital stay

  • Vaginal Delivery: Hospital stay of 1-2 days; focus on perineal care, pain management, and initiating breastfeeding.
  • Cesarean Section: Hospital stay of 2-4 days; wound care, managing post-surgical pain, and gradual mobilization.
  • For all deliveries: Monitor for signs of infection or excessive bleeding.
  • Follow the "postpartum rest and gentle activity" guideline for initial weeks.
  • Attend scheduled postpartum check-ups (typically at 6 weeks) to assess recovery.
  • checked Typical hospital stay: 1-4 days
  • checked Expected recovery time: 6-8 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

If you are considering obstetrics in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.

Procedure cost in other countries

Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for obstetrics compare across other countries where we have data.

Country Estimated cost range Typical stay Recovery time View details
India USD 544 – USD 2,719 1-4 days ~ 6-8 weeks Know More
Turkey USD 4,026 – USD 20,131 1-4 days ~ 6-8 weeks Know More

Top hospitals for Obstetrics in India

These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing obstetrics.

Artemis Hospital Gurgaon

  • IconGurgaon, India
  • Icon141 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Rangapani

  • IconSiliguri, India
  • Icon13 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Goa

  • IconPanaji, India
  • Icon79 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Whitefield

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon105 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Siliguri

  • IconSiliguri, India
  • Icon30 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Patiala

  • IconPatiala, India
  • Icon52 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Salt Lake

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon129 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Jayanagar

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon57 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Hebbal

  • IconBangalore, India
  • Icon150 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Ranchi

  • IconRanchi, India
  • Icon41 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad

  • IconGhaziabad, India
  • Icon43 Doctors

SIMS Hospital Vadapalani

  • IconChennai, India
  • Icon71 Doctors

Manipal Hospital Mukundapur

  • IconKolkata, India
  • Icon145 Doctors

Gem Hospital Coimbatore

  • IconRamanathapuram, India
  • Icon20 Doctors
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Obstetrics and Gynaecologists for Obstetrics

Explore experienced obstetrics and gynaecologists who regularly perform obstetrics and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.

Dr. Alok Basu
  • 39 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Nandini Chakraborty
  • 25 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Suchandra Mukhopadhyay
  • 25 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Biplab Deb
  • 19 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Shamita Singhal Ghosal
  • 16 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Sita Rajan Kumar Rajan
  • 41 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Varthur Road

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Dr. Namita Kapoor Sahgal Kapoor
  • 23 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Varthur Road

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Dr. Geeta Komar
  • 21 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Varthur Road

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Dr. Disha Sridhar
  • 21 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
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February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Varthur Road

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Dr. Nandhini
  • 12 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Gem Hospital Perungudi

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Dr. Ashwini Neelakanthi
  • 15 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Varthur Road

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Dr. Gautam Dutta Sharma
  • 14 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospitals Broadway

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Dr. Leena C D C
  • 25 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Hebbal

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Dr. Paramita Chattopadhyay
  • 18 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Salt Lake

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Dr. Aravinda Sathish
  • 18 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur

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Dr. Shobana Priya S
  • 22 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi, Tamil

MediFyr Plus SIMS Hospital Vadapalani

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Dr. Susmita Mitra
  • 30 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Salt Lake

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Dr. Leena N Sreedhar N
  • 35 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Dwarka

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Dr. Db Usha Rajinikanthan
  • 20 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi, Tamil

MediFyr Plus SIMS Hospital Vadapalani

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Dr. Jyoti Sharma
  • 30 Years Experience
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecologist
Speaks: English, Hindi
Available Tomorrow
February: 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

MediFyr Plus Manipal Hospital Gurgaon

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