Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, Chennai – India
About Dr. Usha Vishwanath
Dr. Usha Vishwanath is the Professor and Head of the Department of OBGYN at Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute, Chennai, with over 30 years of experience. Sole author of the Elsevier Textbook of Obstetrics for UGs and PGs and designer of the "Suraksh" mobile app for intrapartum monitoring, she led the SRMC quality team for JCI accreditation in 2009 and 2012 and serves as a NABH assessor.
- 30+ years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- MBBS — Stanley Medical College, Chennai, 1985
- MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education / Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, 1995
- Diploma in Hospital Administration — National Institute of Health & Family Welfare (NIHFW), New Delhi
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 40187 (1985)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Stanley Medical College, Chennai, 1985
- MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education / Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, 1995
Fellowships & Special Training
- Diploma in Hospital Administration — National Institute of Health & Family Welfare (NIHFW), New Delhi
- Specialised training in Tubal Microsurgery — Chennai
- Specialised training in Obstetrics & Gynaecology Ultrasound
- Specialised training in High-Risk Obstetrics
- AIIMS Resource Person — Workshop on Professionalism, Communication Skills, Ethics and Interpersonal Relationships, Rishikesh
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 40187 (1985)
- NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) Assessor — for full and entry-level accreditation
- Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI) — Member
- Secretary — SRU-Bioethics Unit-UNESCO at Sri Ramachandra Medical College
- Secretary — Sri Ramachandra Center for Women's Advancement
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- High-Risk Pregnancy
- Pre-Eclampsia / Eclampsia
- Acute Pulmonary Edema in Pregnancy
- Mitral Regurgitation in Late Pregnancy
- Mature Cystic Teratoma (incl. Malignant Transformation)
- Wilson's Disease in Pregnancy
- Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation
- Pregnancy in Conjoined Twins
- Tubal Factor Infertility
- PCOS
- Uterine Fibroids
- Endometriosis
- Menstrual Disorders
- Lactation Issues / Breastfeeding Support
- Adolescent Gynaecology
- Menopausal Disorders
Sub-specialties
- High-Risk Obstetrics & Maternal-Fetal Medicine: Comprehensive management of complex pregnancies including pre-eclampsia, cardiac and metabolic conditions in pregnancy, plus designer of the "Suraksh" mobile app for intrapartum monitoring — a leading Gynaecologist and Obstetrician specialist in Chennai, India for international patients.
- Tubal Microsurgery & Operative Gynaecology: Comprehensive operative gynaecology including tubal microsurgery (Chennai-trained).
- Hospital Quality Assurance & Bioethics: Specialised in JCI accreditation leadership, NABH assessment, hospital administration (NIHFW Diploma) and bioethics (UNESCO) — relevant for international patients researching the best gynaecologist in India.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Tubal Microsurgery
- High-Risk Pregnancy Management
- Pre-Eclampsia / Eclampsia Management
- Pregnancy in Cardiac & Metabolic Disease
- Operative Obstetrics
- Caesarean Section & Normal Delivery
- Hysterectomy (Abdominal / Vaginal)
- Operative Laparoscopy & Hysteroscopy
- Obstetric & Gynaecological Ultrasound
- Lactation Support Counselling
- "Suraksh" Mobile App-Based Intrapartum Monitoring
- Antenatal & Postnatal Care
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Professor and Head — Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute (SRIHER), No. 1, Ramachandra Nagar, Porur, Chennai – 600116, Tamil Nadu, India (Present)
- Chairperson — Hospital Quality Assurance Division, Sri Ramachandra Hospital, Chennai (Present)
- Secretary — SRU-Bioethics Unit-UNESCO, Sri Ramachandra Medical College (Present)
- Secretary — Sri Ramachandra Center for Women's Advancement (Present)
- Senior Consultant — Dr. Usha Gynecology Clinic, Manapakkam, Chennai (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute, Chennai — Tutor in Obstetrics & Gynaecology (joined October 1995, progressing to Professor and Head)
- Stanley Medical College, Chennai — MBBS Trainee (until 1985)
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education / Kasturba Medical College, Manipal — MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) Trainee (until 1995)
- National Institute of Health & Family Welfare, New Delhi — Diploma in Hospital Administration Trainee (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Sole author — Textbook of Obstetrics for UGs and PGs (Elsevier)
- Designer — "Suraksh" mobile app for intrapartum monitoring
- Active member of the Medical Education Unit, Sri Ramachandra University
- NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) Assessor for full and entry-level accreditation
- Led the SRMC quality team during JCI (Joint Commission International) and NABH accreditation surveys in 2009 and 2012
- AIIMS Resource Person — Rishikesh workshop on professionalism, communication skills, ethics and interpersonal relationships
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications
- Active in public awareness programmes for lactation support
Key Achievements
- 30+ years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Professor and Head of OBGYN at Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute, Chennai — one of South India's leading multi-specialty teaching hospitals
- Sole author of the Elsevier Textbook of Obstetrics for UGs and PGs
- Designer of the "Suraksh" mobile app for intrapartum monitoring
- Led SRMC's JCI accreditation team in 2009 and 2012
- NABH Assessor
- AIIMS Rishikesh Resource Person
- Multilingual practice — Tamil, Hindi and English
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Sole author — Textbook of Obstetrics for UGs and PGs (Elsevier)
- Designer — "Suraksh" mobile app for intrapartum monitoring
- Led SRMC's JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation team in 2009 and 2012
- NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) Assessor
- AIIMS Resource Person — Rishikesh
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications
Professional Memberships
- Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI)
- SRU-Bioethics Unit-UNESCO — Secretary
- Sri Ramachandra Center for Women's Advancement — Secretary
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Sole author — Textbook of Obstetrics for UGs and PGs (Elsevier).
- Vishwanath U, Agarwal P. "An interesting case of acute pulmonary edema with severe pre-eclampsia and mitral regurgitation in late pregnancy." Sri Ramachandra Journal of Medicine, Jan–Jun 2012, 5(1), 10–13.
- Vishwanath U. "An interesting case of malignant transformation of mature cystic teratoma." European Scientific Journal, December 2013, 9(36), 499–505.
- Mehta P, Vishwanath U, Agarwal P. "Pregnancy in women with Wilson's disease, the copper connect." BJOG 2014, 10.1111/1471-0528.12788.
- Andrew C, Gopal S, Hemalatha R, Vishwanath U. "Congenital pulmonary airway malformation — hybrid lesion — a case report." Edpulse International Medical Journal, September 2014, 1(9), 1–3.
- Multiple paper presentations on uncommon ABS conjoined twins and pulmonary cases.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- High-risk obstetrics and maternal-fetal medicine
- Pregnancy in cardiac and metabolic disease
- Hospital quality assurance and bioethics
- Mobile health technology for intrapartum monitoring
- Lactation support and women's wellbeing
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Gynaecology Consultation | ₹600 – ₹1,500 | $8 – $18 |
| Tubal Microsurgery | ₹1,30,000 – ₹2,80,000 | $1,560 – $3,360 |
| High-Risk Pregnancy Antenatal Package | ₹40,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $480 – $1,200 |
| Caesarean Section / Normal Delivery | ₹70,000 – ₹1,80,000 | $840 – $2,160 |
| Pre-Eclampsia Management Package | ₹50,000 – ₹1,30,000 | $600 – $1,560 |
| Hysterectomy (Abdominal / Vaginal) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,20,000 | $1,200 – $2,640 |
| Operative Laparoscopy | ₹1,30,000 – ₹2,80,000 | $1,560 – $3,360 |
| Hysteroscopy | ₹40,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $480 – $1,200 |
*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 advanced technologies does Dr. Usha Vishwanath use in Gynaecologist and Obstetrician treatment?
Dr. Usha Vishwanath uses advanced gynaecological technologies including modern high-risk pregnancy care, the "Suraksh" mobile app for intrapartum monitoring (which she herself designed), modern tubal microsurgery, modern operative laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, modern obstetric and gynaecological ultrasound, and JCI-accredited quality protocols. Virtual second opinions are also available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Usha Vishwanath specialize in treating?
Dr. Usha Vishwanath specialises in high-risk pregnancy, pre-eclampsia and eclampsia, pulmonary edema in pregnancy, cardiac complications in pregnancy (mitral regurgitation), mature cystic teratoma (including malignant transformation), Wilson's disease in pregnancy, congenital pulmonary airway malformation, pregnancy in conjoined twins, tubal factor infertility, PCOS, fibroids, endometriosis, menstrual disorders, lactation issues, adolescent gynaecology, and menopausal disorders — making her a leading Gynaecologist and Obstetrician specialist in Chennai, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Usha Vishwanath?
Appointments with Dr. Usha Vishwanath can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Usha Vishwanath?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Usha Vishwanath, 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 provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Usha Vishwanath offer second opinions for Gynaecologist and Obstetrician cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with the Professor and Head of OBGYN at Sri Ramachandra Medical College — sole author of the Elsevier Textbook of Obstetrics, designer of the "Suraksh" mobile app and NABH assessor — particularly relevant for high-risk pregnancy, pre-eclampsia, pregnancy in cardiac/metabolic disease and rare obstetric cases.
