Dr. Lakshmi Aswathaman

Medical Degrees

• MBBS — The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai
• MD — Obstetrics & Gynaecology, The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Fellowships & Special Training

• Advanced Training in Laparoscopic Gynaecological Surgery
• High-Risk Obstetrics and Maternal-Foetal Medicine Training

Certifications & Accreditations

• Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration
• Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) — Member
• Indian Menopause Society — Member

Major Conditions Treated

• Endometriosis and Adenomyosis
• Uterine Fibroids and Polyps
• PCOS and Hormonal Disorders
• High-Risk Pregnancy (Gestational Diabetes, Pre-eclampsia, Multiple Gestation)
• Cervical Dysplasia and HPV-related Disease
• Ovarian Cysts
• Menstrual Disorders (Heavy Periods, Irregular Cycles)
• Menopausal and Perimenopausal Conditions

Sub-specialties

• Laparoscopic Gynaecological Surgery: Minimally invasive hysterectomy, myomectomy, and endometriosis excision — making Dr. Aswathaman a preferred gynaecologist in Chennai for patients seeking laparoscopic women's surgery in India.
• High-Risk Obstetrics: Specialised antenatal management for pregnancies complicated by diabetes, hypertension, foetal growth restriction, and multiple gestation.
• Menopausal Health: Evidence-based hormone replacement therapy and management of post-menopausal symptoms and osteoporosis risk.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

• Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH)
• Laparoscopic Myomectomy
• Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy
• Hysteroscopic Polypectomy and Endometrial Ablation
• Colposcopy and LEEP for Cervical Dysplasia
• Normal and Caesarean Section Deliveries
• Foetal Doppler and Advanced Antenatal Monitoring
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Planning

Current Affiliation

• Senior Consultant Gynaecologist & Obstetrician — Apollo Hospitals / Gleneagles Global Health City, Chennai (Present)

Past Affiliations

• Consultant Gynaecologist — MIOT International Hospital, Chennai (Past)
• Consultant Obstetrician — Government Kilpauk Medical College Hospital, Chennai (Past)

Academic & Research Roles

• Faculty — Postgraduate Obstetrics & Gynaecology Teaching, Chennai
• Participant — Institutional Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes Audit Committee

Key Achievements

• Thousands of normal and operative deliveries performed across career
• Expert in total laparoscopic hysterectomy for large and complex uteri
• High patient recommendation rate for high-risk antenatal care
• Experienced in treating international patients from the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia

National & International Awards

• Information not publicly available.

Professional Memberships

• Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI)
• Indian Menopause Society
• Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Published Papers (Selected)

• Information not publicly available.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

• Laparoscopic outcomes in symptomatic uterine fibroid management
• High-risk obstetric outcomes in tertiary care settings
• Menopausal hormone therapy in South Asian women

A patient with a 14-week-size fibroid uterus causing severe menorrhagia and anaemia underwent laparoscopic myomectomy under Dr. Aswathaman's supervision, achieving successful removal of seven fibroids with minimal blood loss and discharge within 48 hours.

A patient with triplet pregnancy complicated by selective foetal growth restriction underwent specialised antenatal monitoring and planned preterm delivery under Dr. Aswathaman's protocol, with all three neonates surviving without major complications.

• Calm in High-Risk Pregnancies: Mothers with complicated pregnancies consistently describe Dr. Aswathaman's reassuring, methodical management as reducing anxiety throughout the antenatal period.
• Skilled Laparoscopic Surgery: Patients highlight her dexterity in minimally invasive procedures, resulting in shorter hospital stays and quicker return to normal activity.
• Comprehensive Women's Health Perspective: Reviewers appreciate her holistic approach to women's health across all life stages, from reproductive years through menopause.

Patient-Centred Care

Dr. Lakshmi Aswathaman views gynaecology and obstetrics as a continuum of women's healthcare requiring personalised attention at every stage. She conducts thorough consultations covering full gynaecological history, imaging, and hormonal assessment before recommending intervention, and practices shared decision-making — particularly in decisions around hysterectomy versus uterine preservation. For international patients, she provides detailed written summaries and discharge notes to support continuity of care at home.

Technology & Innovation

Dr. Aswathaman employs high-definition 3D laparoscopy for complex endometriosis excision and fibroid surgery, hysteroscopic systems for intrauterine pathology management, colposcopy with HPV co-testing for cervical screening, and foetal Doppler with advanced 4D ultrasonography for high-risk obstetric monitoring. She integrates FOGSI evidence-based guidelines in all aspects of obstetric and gynaecological practice.

*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 Tamil 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. Lakshmi Aswathaman.

Virtual Consultations

Pre-travel video consultations are available through Cancer Rounds, allowing patients to share scan reports, hormonal investigations, and gynaecological history with Dr. Lakshmi Aswathaman before travelling to Chennai, India.