Dr. Uma Vaidyanathan

Dr. Uma Vaidyanathan is the Director of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at Fortis Hospital, Shalimar Bagh in New Delhi — a role that reflects both the trust her institution places in her and the depth of experience she brings to every patient she sees. With over 18 years in women's health, she has spent her career helping women navigate some of the most important and often challenging moments of their lives, from adolescence through to motherhood and beyond.

Her training roots run deep. Dr. Vaidyanathan holds an MBBS, an MS in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and a DNB — a combination that reflects rigorous academic and clinical preparation. Early in her career, she was associated with nationally respected institutions including Safdarjung Hospital and the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), and she contributed to research projects under the World Health Organization (WHO) focused on maternal mortality and infections during pregnancy. She has published research articles in national journals and co-authored chapters in postgraduate textbooks for obstetrics and gynaecology.

Patients who come to Dr. Vaidyanathan often speak of feeling genuinely heard. She has a particular interest in conditions that can quietly affect a woman's quality of life — abnormal uterine bleeding, fibroids, adenomyosis, PCOD, and chronic pelvic pain — and she favours conservative, evidence-based management wherever appropriate. For those who do need surgery, she is experienced in advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures, offering minimally invasive options that mean less downtime and faster recovery.

For international patients, Dr. Vaidyanathan offers something that is hard to quantify but easy to feel: a calm, informed approach that makes complex medical decisions less daunting. Whether you are seeking a second opinion, planning a procedure, or managing a high-risk pregnancy, Gaf Healthcare can connect you with her team and help coordinate every step of your care in India.