MBBS
Undergraduate · Competency-based
Structured postings across labour ward, antenatal OPD, gynaecology OT — with emphasis on antenatal assessment and essential newborn care.
A centre for women's health spanning high-risk pregnancy, minimally invasive gynaecology, cervical cancer screening and fertility. Modern foetal surveillance, endoscopic surgical capability, and an ICMR/SERB-funded research programme in preeclampsia genetics.
A centre for women's health spanning high-risk pregnancy, minimally invasive gynaecology, cervical cancer screening and fertility. Modern foetal surveillance, endoscopic surgical capability, and an ICMR/SERB-funded research programme in preeclampsia genetics.
15 faculty & residents
200 MBBS seats / yr
6 MS/MD postgraduate seats
Obstetric and gynaecological care delivered through modern surveillance technology, endoscopic surgical capability and innovative preventive services.
The Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at AVMCH is a centre of excellence for skill-based competency development and innovative preventive and therapeutic services. The obstetric division runs modern foetal surveillance and critical care facilities ensuring maternal and fetal well-being, while the gynaecology division offers evidence-based care including endoscopic surgeries, infertility management and aesthetic gynaecology.
Faculty engage in innovative teaching alongside ongoing research, including ICMR-funded and SERB-funded projects on preeclampsia genetics, PCOS and cervical cancer screening, with publications across Clinica Chimica Acta, JSAFOG, Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences, and the European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine.
Integrating high-risk pregnancy care with molecular research on STOX1 variants in preeclampsia, cervical cancer screening, and ultrasound-led diagnostics in complex obstetrics.
Comprehensive women's healthcare combines advanced obstetrics, minimally invasive surgery and fertility management, integrating high-risk pregnancy care with molecular research on STOX1 variants, cervical cancer screening, and ultrasound-led diagnostics in complex obstetrics.
Research Focus
Preeclampsia genetics · PCOS · Cervical Ca screening
Outreach
Breast Ca awareness · Yoga for pregnancy
Academic Programmes
Undergraduate · Competency-based
Structured postings across labour ward, antenatal OPD, gynaecology OT — with emphasis on antenatal assessment and essential newborn care.
Postgraduate · 3-year specialty
Advanced training in high-risk pregnancy, operative laparoscopy & hysteroscopy, infertility management, research methodology and dissertation.
Dr. S. Deepa — Professor & HOD — brings national-level leadership with FICOG Honorary Fellowship, National Family Welfare Committee membership and editorial work.
Professor & Head · MBBS, MD, FMAS
Honorary Fellow — Federation of Indian Chambers of Obstetrics & Gynaecology (FICOG). Member, National Family Welfare Committee, Government of India. Women in Healthcare Leadership Award 2025 (VMRF). Office bearer, Indian Fertility Society — Puducherry Chapter. Editorial board member, IJOGR (Scopus indexed). Co-investigator on SERB-funded identification of genetic risk factors of preeclampsia in Indian women.
Core OBG faculty supporting UG, PG, labour ward, fertility, and high-risk maternal care.
Dr. Satish Korah Kuruvila
Professor
MBBS, MD
Dr. Jessy Varghese
Professor
MBBS, DNB
Dr. Hema Swapnika Devi Reddy
Associate Professor
MBBS, MD, FMAS, DMAS
Dr. P. Ramya
Associate Professor
MBBS, MS
Dr. M. Akshaya
Assistant Professor
MBBS, MS, FMAS, DMAS
Dr. D. Mohanappriya
Assistant Professor
MBBS, DGO, DNB
Dr. S. Subhasri
Assistant Professor
MBBS, MS
Dr. S. Vaishali
Assistant Professor
MBBS, MS
Dr. M. Kanagavarshini
Assistant Professor
MBBS, MS
Dr. V. Dhivya
Senior Resident
MBBS, MS
Dr. M. Shafana
Senior Resident
MBBS, MS
Dr. H. Madhumitha
Senior Resident
MBBS, MS
Dr. Daggupati Manasa Veena
Senior Resident
MBBS, MS
Dr. A. Mahitha
Senior Resident
MBBS, MS
Focused international teaching and collaboration support in advanced obstetrics and gynaecological practice. This structure can be reused for future visiting faculty updates in any department.
Dr. Satish Korah Kuruvila
Visiting International Faculty (OBG)
MBBS, MD
Contributes to advanced obstetric case reviews, surgical planning discussions, and postgraduate mentorship through visiting academic sessions with the OBG team.
Collaboration Focus: High-risk obstetrics · Surgical skill enhancement
Dr. Jessy Varghese
Visiting International Faculty (OBG)
MBBS, DNB
Supports structured case-based learning, labour ward protocol refinement, and evidence-based teaching inputs for postgraduate and resident training.
Collaboration Focus: Labour ward protocol · PG clinical teaching
Genetic and biochemical factors in polycystic ovary syndrome for improved diagnosis, phenotyping and targeted management.
Novel management and screening protocols — including HPV-era cytology and p16/Ki-67 biomarkers in preinvasive lesions.
Collaborative research with Radiology on ultrasound-driven diagnosis and management of complex high-risk obstetrics.
Dissertation-driven PG studies alongside SERB- and intramural-funded faculty research on preeclampsia genetics.
Research Snapshot
28 projects since 2023 20 completed
8 ongoing 10 shown below
| # | Project | PI | Funding | Focus | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Study to correlate clinical and histopathological findings of abnormal uterine bleeding according to Figo’s PALMCOEN Classification | Dr.Sowmiya | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 02 | Correlation of USG placental thickness in evaluation of gestational Age of a Fetus in 3rd trimester with CRL done in 1st Trimester | Dr.Jayashree | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 03 | Association of Insulin Resistance with anthropometric indices and lipid profile in adolescent girls with PCOS | Dr.S.Mounika | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 04 | Correlation of 1st Trimester Glycosylated Haemoglobin (Hb,A,C) and Pregnancy outcome. | Dr.Gayathri | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 05 | To compare enhanced recovery after surgery protocol vs conventional protocol in patients undergoing elective cesarean section | Dr.M.Shafana | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 06 | The effect of myo-inositol with folic acid and metformin with folic acid vs metformin alone in management of PCOS - A randomised controlled trial | Dr.Meenakshi Pandey | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 07 | Comparison of pregnancy outcomes in patients who have conceived after infertility treatment with patients with spontaneous conception, in a tertiary care hospital - A prospective cohort study | Dr.J.Shreyas | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 08 | Comparison of prevalence of psychological disturbances among infertile women with and without polycystic ovarian syndrome | Dr.T.Nirupama | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 09 | Evaluation of etiological factors associated with menstrual disorders among teenage girls in and around Pondicherry - A Cross Sectional observational Study | Dr.K.Vimalambigai | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 10 | Correlation of abnormal vaginal discharge with adverse maternal and foetal outcome in pregnant women attending tertiary care Hospital | Dr. P.Ashwini | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 11 | Comparison of human gonadotropin and leuprolide acetate on ovulation in patient with infertility-Randomized control trial | Dr.R.Bhagyalakshmi | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 12 | Comparison of clinical pregnancy rates in Infertile women receiving standardised ovulation Induction protocol with or without Autologous Platelet Rich Plasma Instillation- Randomised Control Trail | Ilakkiya G | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 13 | Comparative study among women with symptomatic vaginal discharge using clinical and microbiological diagnosis | Anupam Patel K M | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 14 | To determine the severity of pre-eclampsia by using platelet indices | Somya Singh | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 15 | A study to compare Antral follicular count and Ovarian volume with Anti Mullerian Hormone as a test of Ovarian reserve in patients presenting with infertility | Zerin Yasmin | — | Postgraduate | Completed · Presented& published |
| 16 | Outcomes Of Episiotomy Suturing Using Chromic Catgut, Polyglactin 910, Polyglactin 910 Rapide Sutures- A Triple – Arm, Concurrent Parallel Randomised Controlled Trial | Dr.S.Nandini | — | Postgraduate | Completed |
| 17 | Association and metabolic profile of metabolic syndrome among women with polycystic ovary syndrome among reproductive age group women : A hospital-based observational study | Dr.G.Anjani | — | Postgraduate | Completed |
| 18 | Efficacy Of Oral Liposomal Iron, Oral Ferrous Sulphate, And Intravenous Iron Sucrose In Antenatal Women Between 16-28 Weeks Of Gestation With Moderate Anemia - A Randomized Controlled Trial | Dr.B.Shobika | — | Postgraduate | Completed |
| 19 | A Comparative Study Of Fertility Outcomes Among Phenotypes Of Pcos After Ovulation Induction With Letrozole – A Prospective Cohort Study | Dr.P.Sonali | — | Postgraduate | Completed |
| 20 | Association of SEPTIN12 Gene Mutation with Spermatogenesis Failure in Patients with Male Infertility: A Case-Control Study. | Dr.C.Jeyantharunkumar | — | Postgraduate | Completed |
Journal of South Asian Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Nirupama Thiagarajan , Deepa Shanmugham, Johndinesh Alexander
Journal – Journal of pharmacy and bioallied sciences
R Mahesh Anirudh, Shriram T,Prabhu CS, Ramya P
JSAFOG
Sasi Kala, Mohanappriya Dhakshinamurthy, Varadharajaperumal Radhakrishnan , Ravikumar Sambantham ,Deepa Shanmugham, Anupam Patel
Apple Academic Press, Pages 27 eBook ISBN9781003503774
Deepa Shanmugham, K. A. Sarumathy, Prithiviraj Nagarajan
Journal – European journal of cardiovascular medicine
Dr.Ramya Palani,Dr.Preetha Gunasegaran, Dr.Deepa Shanmugam
K Science: Journal of Medical Education & Research,pISSN: 0972-1177,Vol. 26 No. 4, Oct - Dec 2024.
D.Siva Sowmiya, Jessy Varghese, Deepa Shanmugham, Prithiviraj Nagarajan.
Journal – Acta scientific women health
Vimalambigai K ,Deepa shanmugam, Ramya palani
Journal – clinica chimica acta
Aarthi Manoharan,vishnu Bhat Ballambattu, Ramya Palani
Acta Scientific Women's Health (ISSN: 2582-3205) Volume 6 Issue 9 September 2024,Pg:31-33.
Vimalambigai K,Deepa Shanmugham, Ramya Palani
Afr. J. Biomed. Res. Vol. 27, No.3s (September) 2024, 01-04
Ashwini Palani , Deepa Shanmugham
New A1 techniques for real time interventions,3 July 2024,Chapter 8
S. Sangeetha, Deepa Shanmugham, S. Balamurugan, and K. Maharaja
European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine 2042-4884
Ramya Palani ,Preetha Gunasegaran, Deepa Shanmugham,
14,May 2024 Pg.313-340, Advances in Biochemistry Health and Disease (ABHD Vol.28)
Leena Rajapathy port Louis,Suganya Kannan, Deepa Shanmugam, Jayakumar Balakrishnan, Prithiviraj Nagarajan.
Donald School Journal of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (2023): 10.5005/jp-journals-10009-1983
Dipansha Bajpai1, Deepa Shanmugham2, Prithviraj Nagarajan3,Leena Rajathy P Louis4
Southeast Asian Journal of Case Report and Review 2023:10(1) 24-26
S. Mounika Reddy, Deepa Shanmugham,Boomika Gunasingh.
Journal of Medical Reviews and case Reports 2022 6(1):98-100
Dipansha Bajpai, Deepa Shanmugham, Varadharajaperumal Radhakrishnan
International Jourtnal of Medical Science and Innovative Research (IJMSIR) (2021;6(3):229-232
Dr.P.Ramya, Dr.Deepa Shanmugham,Dr.Srividya Tadru.
Indian Journal of Psychol Medicine (2020); April 42:1-5
Partheeban Murgandam, DeepaShanmugam, Niranjjan Ramachandran.
The New Indian Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology(2020) EPub ISSN: 2454-2334/2451-2342
R.Sasikala, Deepa Shanmugham, Jessy Varghese , Deepak Kannan Saravanan.
International Journal of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynaecology (2020); 4(3):80-83
Dr.Shafila Shukkur, Dr.Deepa Shanmugham and Dr.Varadha Raja Perumal Radhakrishnan
International Journal of Medical Science and Advanced clinical Research (2020) April;137-140
Dr.Deepa Shanmugam,P.Krithika,Nambala Divya sahitya
Indian Journal of Psychol Medicine (2020); April 42:1-5
Partheeban Murgandam, DeepaShanmugam, Niranjjan Ramachandran.
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences (SJAMS) ISSN 2320-6691
Deepa Shanmugham, Anitha Vijay, Thirupurasundari Rangaswamy
International Journal of Reproduction Contraception Obstetrics and Gynecology 7(1):318
Deepa Shanmugham, RK Vidhyalakshmi, HM Shivamurthy
International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology Shanmugham D et al. Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2018 Aug;7(8):3055-3059
Deepa Shanmugham, Sindhu Natarajan, Arun karthik
East African Scholars J Med . Science Vol(1) Issue (3) Pg.77-82
Deepa Shanmugham, Harshini Jayakumar, C Ramany, Jessy Varghes
International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology Shanmugham D et al. Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2019 Aug;8(8):3156-3160
Deepa Shanmugham, Nambala Divya Sahitya, Sindhu Natarajan, Deepak Kannan Saravanany
International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology Shanmugham D et al. Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2018 Jul;7(7):2590-259
Deepa Shanmugham, Ramadoss Kabilan Vidhyalakshmi, Jessy Varghese
J South Asian Feder Menopause Soc 2018;6(1):34-38.
Deepa Shanmugham,Vijaya Koothan, Jessy Varghese
International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology Shanmugham D et al. Int J Reprod Contracept Obstet Gynecol. 2016 May;5(5):1643-1645
Deepa Shanmugham, Siritha Kondra, S. Vasudevan
International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology(Vol. 8, Issue 11)
Deepa Shanmugham, Deepak Kannan Saravanan and Priyanka Shah
JOURNAL OF THE INDIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, VOL 117, NO 6, JUNE, Pg.26-27
Anitha Vijay1 , Deepa Shanmugham2 , Thirupurasundari Rangaswamy3
International Journal of Medical Science and Advanced Clinical Research (IJMACR) vol(2) issue(6) Pg.No 6-14
International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research Volume 3
Deepa Shanmugam1 , Sabary Priyadharsini Masilamani2 , Ami Ajay Mehta3 , Anusuya Parivakkam4
Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences. (Vol. 2, Issue 35) Sept. 2, 20131,483
Deepa Shanmugham, Anitha Vijay, and Thirupurasundari Rangaswamy
Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development. October-December 2014, Vol. 5, No. 4 2
Deepa Shanmugham1 , Thirupurasundari Rangaswamy1 , Anitha Vijay
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Twice Weekly
As Scheduled
Ongoing
Foetal monitoring
Antenatal check-ups, fetal biometry and monitoring with modern imaging equipment in-OPD.
Endoscopy ready
Cesarean sections, hysterectomies, laparoscopic & hysteroscopic surgeries, family planning procedures.
24×7 monitoring
Dedicated ward beds for delivery, high-risk pregnancies and post-operative care.
AV ready
Seminar rooms with audiovisual facilities for theory and clinical teaching.
Models + journals
Textbooks, journals and anatomical models for comprehensive academic support.
Active labour
Dedicated labour rooms with continuous fetal monitoring, labour analgesia and obstetric emergency readiness.
Philosophy
OBG · AVMCH
“Comprehensive women's healthcare — combining advanced obstetrics, minimally invasive surgery and leading-edge fertility management.
Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AVMCH & Hospital
Routine antenatal check-ups, high-risk pregnancy management, endoscopic gynaecology, family planning and fertility counselling. Labour analgesia, tele-consultancy and yoga/wellness programmes integrated with clinical care.
Antenatal, menstrual, infertility consultations, counselling.
Deliveries, high-risk pregnancies and post-op monitoring.
LSCS, hysterectomies, laparoscopic & hysteroscopic surgery.
USG, fetal monitoring, Pap smears, hormonal workup.
Maternal health awareness, cancer screening, rural camps.
Remote consultations and follow-ups for rural patients.
Labour analgesia, emergency obstetrics, neonatal support.
Sessions for antenatal & postnatal physical and mental health.
Dr.S.Deepa,Prof & OD
4th Annual Research Day 2023 · 02.03.2023 AVMC
Dr.S.Deepa Prof & HOD
FICOG (Honorary Fellowship of Indian College of Obstetrics & Gynaecology) · 09.01.2024
Dr.R.Sasikala, Professor VMRF
Women Achiever Award · 08.03.2024
Dr.S.Nandini, 1 st year PG
3rd prize in video clip competition · 08.03.2024
VMRF,Chennai
Dr.S. Deepa,Prof & HOD Women in Health care Leadership Award 2025. In recognition of her contributions towards women's healthcare and Research in reproductive Health · 05.03.2025
Dr.S.Deepa Prof & HOD
Indian Fertility Society - Puducherry Chapter · 22.06.2025
Dr.S.Deepa Prof & HOD
Recognition of the review made for the journal Indian Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology Research · Aug 2025
Dr.P.Sonali PG 2year
1st Prize in Quiz Competition · 03.08.2025
Dr.B.Shobika, Dr.S.Nandini PG 2nd year
3rd Prize in Poster Presentation · 07.10.2025
Dr.O.Sai Sreeja PG 1st year
2nd Prize in Carrom - Women · 28.11.2025
Dr.S.Keerthana PG 1st year
2nd Prize in Poster Presentation · 14.12.2025
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Apr 2023
IGNITE 23 · 70 participants 05 credit points
Dr.S.Deepaa Dr.Jessy
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Oct 2024
IGNITE 24 · 60 participants 05 credit points
Dr.S.Deepaa Dr.P.Ramya
02
Aug 2025
IGNITE 25 · 80 participants 05 credit points
Dr.S.Deepaa Dr.P.Ramya
28
Nov 2025
RECENT ADVANCES IN PRENATAL DIAGNOSIS · 70 participants 02 credit points
Dr.S.Deepaa Dr.P.Ramya
07
Oct 2025
BREAST CANCER PROGRAMME · 60-70 participants
Dr.S.Deepa
09
Feb 2024
HPV VACCINE – GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES AND INDIAN SCENARIO · 50 Participants
Dr.S.Deepa Dr.D.Mohanappriya
For antenatal appointments, high-risk pregnancy consults and gynaecology referrals, please contact the HOD directly. The department welcomes research collaborations on preeclampsia genetics and PCOS.
HOD:Dr. S. Deepa
E-mail:obs.gyn@avmc.edu.in
Address:AVMCH & Hospital, Kirumampakkam, Puducherry — 607 402