About Dr. Shakuntala Baliga
Dr. Shakuntala Baliga is an internationally recognised Gynaecologist and Gynaecological Oncologist at Narayana Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre (Mazumdar Shaw Cancer Centre), Bommasandra, Bangalore, with 47+ years of distinguished experience. She completed both her MBBS and MD (Gynaecology & Oncology) from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, earning 1st Prize in the Final MBBS at AIIMS. She is a world authority on colposcopy, having authored 3 internationally recognised books, one of which — Principles and Practice of Colposcopy — has been translated into Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese.
- 47+ years of experience; Senior Consultant — Narayana Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre, Bommasandra, Bangalore
- MBBS & MD (Gynaecology & Oncology) — AIIMS, New Delhi (1st Prize in Final MBBS)
- Author of 3 internationally recognised books on Colposcopy; one translated into Spanish, Russian & Portuguese
- Awards: NBE Teacher Award 2019, Zee Swasth Bharat Award 2011, Best Paper in Gynecologic Oncology AICOG Bangalore 2019
- 99% patient recommendation rate; expert in gynaecological precancers, LLETZ/LEEP, cryosurgery
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India (1st Prize in Final MBBS Examination)
- MD (Gynaecology & Oncology) — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council Registration
- Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) — Member
- International Federation for Cervical Pathology & Colposcopy (IFCPC) — Associate
- Indian Association of Gynaecological Oncology — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Cervical Precancers (CIN I, II, III)
- Vaginal & Vulval Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Cervical Cancer (Early Stage)
- Familial Gynaecological Cancers
- Ovarian Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer
- Abnormal PAP Smear Management
- Gynaecological Infections & HPV
Sub-specialties
- Colposcopy (World-Level Expertise): Internationally recognised author of 3 books on colposcopy — Principles and Practice of Colposcopy translated into Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese; one of India's foremost colposcopy educators and practitioners with 47+ years of experience at AIIMS-trained standard.
- Gynaecological Precancer Management (LLETZ/LEEP/Cryosurgery): Specialist in management of female lower genital tract dysplasias and intraepithelial cancers with LLETZ (Large Loop Excision of Transformation Zone), LEEP, and cryosurgery — evidenced-based and internationally published practitioner.
- Familial Gynaecological Cancer Risk Management: Expert in hereditary gynaecological cancer syndromes (BRCA1/2, Lynch syndrome) — specialist counselling and surveillance for women at elevated risk of gynaecological cancers.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Colposcopy
- LLETZ (Large Loop Excision of Transformation Zone)
- LEEP (Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure)
- Cryosurgery (Cervical Precancer)
- PAP Smear & HPV Testing
- Vaginal/Vulval Precancer Management
- Gynaecological Cancer Surgery
- Hysteroscopy & Diagnostic Laparoscopy
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Narayana Mazumdar Shaw Medical Centre (Mazumdar Shaw Cancer Centre), 258/A, Bommasandra Industrial Area, Hosur Road, Bangalore — Senior Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology (Gynaecological Oncology), Present
Academic & Research Roles
- Author of 3 internationally recognised books on Colposcopy, including Principles and Practice of Colposcopy (translated into Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese)
- Co-authored Best Paper in Gynecologic Oncology — AICOG Bangalore, January 2019
- NBE Teacher Award 2019 — recognising excellence in medical education
Key Achievements
- 47+ years of gynaecological practice
- MBBS & MD from AIIMS New Delhi (1st Prize in Final MBBS)
- Author of 3 internationally recognised books on Colposcopy
- Book translated into Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese
- NBE Teacher Award 2019; Zee Swasth Bharat Award 2011
- 99% patient recommendation rate
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- NBE Teacher Award — National Board of Examinations, India, 2019
- Zee Swasth Bharat Award — 2011
- 1st Prize in Final MBBS — AIIMS, New Delhi
- Best Paper in Gynecologic Oncology — All India Congress of Obstetrics & Gynecology (AICOG), Bangalore, January 2019
Research & Publications
Books Authored
- Principles and Practice of Colposcopy (internationally recognised; translated into Spanish, Russian, and Portuguese)
- Two additional internationally recognised books on Colposcopy
Published Papers (Selected)
- Co-authored paper — Best Paper in Gynecologic Oncology, AICOG Bangalore, 2019
- Multiple publications on colposcopy, gynaecological precancers, and gynaecological oncology in national and international journals
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Gynaecology / Oncology Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| Colposcopy | ₹3,000 – ₹10,000 | $36 – $120 |
| LLETZ / LEEP Procedure | ₹15,000 – ₹40,000 | $180 – $480 |
| Cryosurgery (Cervical) | ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 | $60 – $180 |
| Gynaecological Cancer Surgery | ₹1,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $1,800 – $6,000 |
Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Dr. Shakuntala Baliga's specialty in Gynaecology?
Dr. Shakuntala Baliga is a world-recognised colposcopy expert and gynaecological oncologist — author of 3 internationally recognised books on colposcopy (one translated into Spanish, Russian, Portuguese), specialising in cervical precancers, LLETZ, LEEP, cryosurgery, and gynaecological cancer — AIIMS New Delhi trained with 47+ years and the NBE Teacher Award 2019.
2. What conditions does Dr. Shakuntala Baliga specialise in treating?
Dr. Shakuntala Baliga specialises in cervical, vaginal, and vulval precancers (dysplasias), abnormal PAP smears, HPV-related lesions, cervical cancer, familial gynaecological cancers, and gynaecological oncology — Senior Consultant at Mazumdar Shaw Cancer Centre, Bangalore.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Shakuntala Baliga?
Appointments can be booked through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Shakuntala Baliga?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Shakuntala Baliga offer second opinions?
Yes. Second opinion consultations in gynaecological oncology and colposcopy can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients with abnormal PAP smears, cervical dysplasia, gynaecological precancers, or cervical cancer.
