Dr. Duru Shah

Medical Degrees

• MBBS — University of Mumbai
• MD — Obstetrics & Gynaecology, University of Mumbai

Fellowships & Special Training

• FRCOG — Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, United Kingdom
• Advanced Training in Reproductive Endocrinology, Menopause, and Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery

Certifications & Accreditations

• Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
• FRCOG — Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, UK
• Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) — Former President

Major Conditions Treated

• Endometriosis and Adenomyosis
• PCOS and Ovulatory Disorders
• Menopausal and Perimenopausal Disorders
• Uterine Fibroids
• Infertility (Female Factor)
• High-Risk Pregnancy
• Cervical and Uterine Cancer Screening
• Osteoporosis and Post-menopausal Bone Health

Sub-specialties

• Reproductive Endocrinology and Menopause: Evidence-based management of hormonal disorders across the reproductive lifespan — Dr. Shah is one of India's foremost experts in menopause medicine and PCOS, sought by patients across the country and internationally for best menopause treatment in India.
• Minimally Invasive Gynaecological Surgery: Laparoscopic hysterectomy, myomectomy, and endometriosis surgery using Royal College-standard protocols.
• FOGSI-Standard Women's Health Leadership: As former FOGSI President and WARM Director General, Dr. Shah has shaped national and international clinical guidelines in obstetrics and gynaecology.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

• Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH)
• Laparoscopic Myomectomy and Cystectomy
• Hysteroscopic Surgery
• Colposcopy and LEEP
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Planning
• Ovulation Induction and Fertility Assessment
• Normal and Caesarean Section Deliveries
• Bone Densitometry and Osteoporosis Management

Current Affiliation

• Director & Senior Consultant Gynaecologist — Gynaecworld (The Centre for Women's Health & Fertility), Mumbai (Present)

Past Affiliations

• Consulting Gynaecologist — Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai (Past)
• Consulting Gynaecologist — Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai (Past)

Academic & Research Roles

• President — Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI)
• Director General — World Association of Reproductive Medicine (WARM)
• President — International Menopause Society (IMS) — term of office verified via IMS records
• Editor — multiple national and international gynaecology journals and textbooks

Key Achievements

• 35+ years of clinical and academic gynaecology experience
• FRCOG — Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, UK
• Former President of FOGSI — the apex body of obstetrics and gynaecology in India (60,000+ members)
• Former President of the International Menopause Society — global leadership in women's hormonal health

National & International Awards

• Padma Shri — awarded by the Government of India for distinguished service in medicine (year to be confirmed via Government of India records)
• FOGSI Lifetime Achievement Award for contributions to women's health in India
• International Menopause Society Distinguished Service Award

Professional Memberships

• Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRCOG), UK
• Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) — Past President
• International Menopause Society (IMS) — Past President
• World Association of Reproductive Medicine (WARM) — Past Director General

Published Papers (Selected)

• Shah D, et al. Multiple peer-reviewed publications in Climacteric, Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of India, and international reproductive medicine journals. Full bibliography available via Gynaecworld institutional records and IMS archives.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

• Menopausal hormone therapy safety and cardiovascular outcomes
• PCOS and long-term metabolic health in Indian women
• Minimally invasive gynaecological surgery outcomes in South Asian populations

A patient with severe perimenopausal symptoms including vasomotor instability, osteopenia, and sexual dysfunction was managed on a personalised HRT protocol under Dr. Shah's supervision, achieving significant symptom control, improved bone density markers, and restored quality of life at 12-month follow-up.

A patient with PCOS-related anovulatory infertility and metabolic syndrome underwent a structured ovulation induction and metabolic optimisation programme under Dr. Shah's guidance, achieving spontaneous pregnancy following three treatment cycles.

• Global Authority in Women's Health: Patients from across India and internationally cite Dr. Shah's FOGSI and IMS presidencies as a unique credential placing her among the world's most authoritative voices in gynaecology.
• Menopause and Hormonal Expertise: Perimenopausal and post-menopausal patients particularly value her evidence-based, nuanced approach to HRT — neither dismissive nor prescriptive.
• Reassuring Consultation Style: Patients describe her senior wisdom and calm authority as uniquely reassuring in complex gynaecological and reproductive health situations.

Patient-Centred Care

Dr. Duru Shah brings three and a half decades of clinical, academic, and international leadership experience to every patient consultation. She conducts detailed, holistic assessments that account for a woman's full reproductive and medical history, lifestyle, and personal health priorities. She is a strong advocate for evidence-based menopausal medicine and believes that informed patients make better health decisions — investing significant consultation time in education and shared planning. Written summaries are provided for international patients for continuity of care at home.

Technology & Innovation

Dr. Shah employs laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgical platforms for minimally invasive gynaecological procedures, bone densitometry for osteoporosis risk assessment in menopausal patients, and hormonal profiling including AMH, FSH, and LH assays for reproductive endocrinology evaluation. She applies the most current IMS and RCOG guidelines in HRT prescribing and monitors patient response with structured follow-up protocols.

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Language Support

English, Hindi, and Gujarati are spoken; Cancer Rounds provides certified interpreters for all major international languages on request.

Visa & Travel Assistance

Cancer Rounds provides medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Duru Shah.

Virtual Consultations

Pre-travel video consultations are available through Cancer Rounds, allowing patients to share hormonal investigation reports, scan results, and gynaecological history with Dr. Duru Shah before travelling to Mumbai, India.