Dr. Vaishali Joshi

Medical Degrees

• MBBS — Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai
• MD — Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai, 1997
• DNB — Obstetrics & Gynaecology, National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, 1998

Fellowships & Special Training

• FRCOG — Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), United Kingdom
• MRCOG — Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), UK, 2007
• CCT — Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training, London Deanery, United Kingdom
• Diploma in Operative Gynaecological Endoscopy — European University, Clermont-Ferrand, France, 2012
• BSCCP Accreditation — British Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (pre-cancerous cervical lesions), UK
• Training — da Vinci Robotic Surgery, Chitra Sethia MAS Centre, University College London, UK

Certifications & Accreditations

• Specialist Register — General Medical Council (GMC), United Kingdom
• Maharashtra Medical Council Registration (No. 74076, 1995)
• Member — RCOG, GMC, AMC (Association of Medical Consultants), FOGSI, IAGE

Major Conditions Treated

• High-Risk Pregnancy & Complicated Deliveries
• Early Pregnancy Problems & Miscarriage Management
• Recurrent Miscarriage
• Uterine Fibroids (Myomectomy)
• Endometriosis
• Ovarian Cysts
• Pre-Cancerous Cervical Lesions (Colposcopy)
• Ectopic Pregnancy
• Pelvic Floor Disorders
• Menopause & PCOS

Sub-specialties

• Advanced Laparoscopic & Hysteroscopic Surgery: Fellowship-trained in Europe and the UK in minimally invasive gynaecological surgery — making Dr. Joshi one of the most internationally credentialed Laparoscopic Gynaecologists in Mumbai for complex surgical cases.
• Colposcopy & Cervical Pathology: BSCCP-accredited Colposcopist — expert in outpatient diagnosis and treatment of pre-cancerous cervical, vaginal, and vulval conditions using UK-standard protocols.
• High-Risk & Acute Obstetrics: Extensive UK-trained expertise in managing complicated deliveries, early pregnancy emergencies, and tubal and ovarian surgical emergencies in acute gynaecology.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

• Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH)
• Laparoscopic Ovarian Cystectomy & Endometriosis Excision
• Fertility-Enhancing Laparoscopy & Hysteroscopy
• Hysteroscopic Myomectomy (TCRF)
• Pelvic Floor Repair Surgeries
• Colposcopy & Outpatient Cervical Lesion Treatment (LLETZ)
• Management of Ectopic Pregnancy (Laparoscopic)
• High-Risk Pregnancy Management & Complicated Delivery
• Robotic-Assisted Gynaecological Surgery (da Vinci-trained)

Current Affiliation

• Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital & Medical Research Institute, Andheri West, Mumbai — Senior Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Present

Past Affiliations

• Cloudnine Hospitals, Malad West, Mumbai — Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (Past)
• SevenHills Hospital, Andheri East, Mumbai — Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (Past)
• Multiple NHS Hospitals, London Deanery, United Kingdom — Specialist Training (1998–2012, 14 years)

Academic & Research Roles

• Thesis — "How to Avoid Complications in Laparoscopic Hysterectomies" submitted for European University Diploma in Operative Gynaecological Endoscopy, 2012
• National and international publications in obstetrics and gynaecology — peer-reviewed indexed journals

Key Achievements

• 27+ years of clinical experience spanning India and the UK
• 14 years of specialist training and practice in the United Kingdom NHS
• Dr. Adi Dastur Gold Medal — Clinical Excellence in Diploma of Gynaecology & Obstetrics
• FRCOG awarded by RCOG, UK for distinguished contribution to obstetrics and gynaecology

National & International Awards

• Dr. Adi Dastur Gold Medal — Clinical Examination in Diploma of Gynaecology & Obstetrics (India)
• FRCOG — Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, UK (awarded for 14 years of international contribution)

Professional Memberships

• Fellow — Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FRCOG), UK
• Specialist Register — General Medical Council (GMC), UK
• Maharashtra Medical Council
• Association of Medical Consultants (AMC)
• Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI)
• Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopists (IAGE)

Published Papers (Selected)

• Joshi V. "How to Avoid Complications in Laparoscopic Hysterectomies." European University Diploma Thesis, Université D'Auvergne Clermont-Ferrand I, March 2012.
• Additional publications in national and international indexed obstetrics and gynaecology journals — specific titles not publicly available individually.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

• Minimising complications in advanced laparoscopic hysterectomy
• Management of early pregnancy complications and recurrent miscarriage
• Outpatient management of pre-cancerous cervical and vulval lesions

A patient with a complex ectopic pregnancy involving a previous ipsilateral salpingectomy was managed laparoscopically by Dr. Joshi, achieving successful excision of the ectopic with preservation of the remaining fallopian tube — a technically demanding procedure requiring advanced operative laparoscopic skill.

A patient with CIN3 (high-grade cervical pre-cancerous lesion) identified on colposcopy underwent LLETZ (large loop excision of the transformation zone) under Dr. Joshi's BSCCP-accredited outpatient protocol, achieving complete excision with clear margins and avoiding the need for more invasive surgical intervention.

• Trusted Advisor Throughout Pregnancy: Multiple patients describe Dr. Joshi as a trusted partner throughout their pregnancy journey — not just a clinician, citing her warm, smiling, and reassuring demeanour as transformative for anxious mothers.
• Patience and Thoroughness: Reviewers consistently highlight her willingness to take time explaining diagnoses and addressing all concerns, never making patients feel rushed.
• Excellence in Surgical Outcomes: Patients who underwent complex laparoscopic procedures under Dr. Joshi's care report excellent surgical outcomes and minimal recovery times.

Patient-Centred Care

Dr. Vaishali Joshi brings the patient-centred ethos of UK NHS training to her practice in Mumbai — emphasising transparent communication, shared decision-making, and emotional support alongside clinical excellence. She is particularly known for her sensitivity to the anxiety surrounding early pregnancy complications, recurrent miscarriage, and infertility — areas where emotional support is as important as clinical intervention. Her UK-trained systematic approach to pre-cancerous cervical pathology ensures patients receive evidence-based diagnosis and treatment using internationally validated BSCCP protocols.

Technology & Innovation

Dr. Joshi employs the most advanced minimally invasive gynaecological techniques including Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH), laparoscopic endometriosis excision, fertility-enhancing laparoscopy and hysteroscopy, robotic-assisted surgery (da Vinci, trained at University College London), and BSCCP-standard colposcopy and LLETZ for cervical pathology. Her European Diploma in Operative Gynaecological Endoscopy and da Vinci robotic surgery training place her among the most internationally trained gynaecological surgeons practising in India.

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Language Support

English, Hindi, and Marathi 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. Vaishali Joshi.

Virtual Consultations

Pre-travel video consultations are available through Cancer Rounds, allowing international patients to share gynaecological reports and imaging with Dr. Vaishali Joshi before travelling to Mumbai.