Dr. S. Shantha Kumari

Professional Summary

Dr. S. Shantha Kumari is a highly distinguished Senior Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, and Laparoscopic Surgeon at Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, Hyderabad. With over 26 years of dedicated clinical experience, she has established herself as one of India's leading authorities in women's healthcare, offering comprehensive services ranging from routine gynaecological care to complex laparoscopic surgeries and high-risk pregnancy management. Dr. Shantha Kumari's contributions to the field of obstetrics and gynaecology extend far beyond clinical practice. She served as President of the Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI), the largest professional body of obstetricians and gynaecologists in the country. Her extensive involvement in over 400 national and international conferences, numerous publications, and leadership roles across prestigious medical organizations underscores her commitment to advancing women's health on a global scale. Her international recognition is reflected in her prestigious fellowships — FRCP (Ireland) and FRCOG (UK) — along with multiple national awards. International patients seeking expert gynaecological care, minimally invasive surgical solutions, or management of high-risk pregnancies can trust her vast experience and world-class credentials.

Specializations

- Obstetrics & Gynecology

Procedures & Expertise

- Myomectomy (Fibroid Removal Surgery)
- Uterine Fibroids
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding (AUB)
- Endometriosis Treatment
- Ovarian Cysts
- Chronic Pelvic Pain Management
- Menopause Management
- Oophorectomy

Education & Qualifications

- MD
- DNB
- FICOG — Fellowship of Indian College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- FRCP (Ireland) — Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
- FRCOG (UK) — Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, United Kingdom

Hospital Affiliations

- Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda, Hyderabad

Awards & Recognition

- CL Jhaveri Award from FOGSI
- Young Scientist Award — IAHR
- Fellowship of Indian College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (FICOG)
- Elected as President of FOGSI (Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India)
- Numerous publications and presentations
- Participation in more than 400 National and International Conferences

Professional Memberships & Leadership Roles

- Managing Committee Member, Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopists (IAGE), 2015–2020
- Secretary, TCOGS, 2015–2018
- Secretary, Indian College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (ICOG), 2015–2018
- Member, FIGO Working Group on Violence Against Women, 2015–2018
- Chairperson, Indian Menopause Society (IMS) Education Committee, 2015–2016
- Vice President, Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI), 2013
- ICOG Governing Council Member, 2012–2015
- National Corresponding Editor, The Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology of India, 2011–2013
- Chairperson, MNNRRC, FOGSI, 2008–2010