About The Doctor
Dr. Suneeta Mittal is a well-known name in the field of obstetrics & gynaecology. She has an experience of more than 42 years. Owing to her vast experience in the field, she is considered as one of the best gynaecologists in Delhi and Gurgaon. Her expertise has been used by the government and agencies abroad. She was instrumental in drafting a guide of Emergency Contraception in India. She has issued National Guidelines for Medical Abortion in India and Rational use of Emergency Contraception. She has launched 12 by 12 Initiative for preventing Adolescent Anaemia with long term goal of making pregnancy safer. Dr. Suneeta Mittal has done an Adaptation and Indianization of WHO Medical Eligibility Criteria Wheel and has developed Minimum Standards for Mother Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative with GOI & Unicef. She is an astute clinician and surgeon par excellence getting referrals from all over the country as well from neighboring countries for all complicated cases and with advanced skills in minimal invasive endoscopic surgery and Robotic Surgery.
Specialization
- Acute lung injury
- Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS)
- Interstitial lung disease
- Occupational and environmental lung disease
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Pulmonary vascular disease and Sarcoidosis
Awards
- 3 Gold Medals & 8 prizes during MBBS Several Gold Medals & Orations throughout Several best paper awards in conferences & journals, including 4 times best paper annual award by International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics Distinguished Medical Service Award, DMA, 1997
- Dr V V Puri Award, Family Planning Association of India, 2004
- Labhsetwar Trust Award for Outstanding Contribution to Population Control in India, 2006
- 1st `Swastha Bharat Samman – 2010’ organized by the Zee News/LIC Rajasthan Ratnakar Award, 2011, Annual Award for meritorious doctor Profiles in The Lancet as the “Woman doctor of the year, 2011 Life time achievement award, LHMC Alumni Association, Centenary year, 2016 Life time Achievement Award, ISSRF, 2016
Frequently Asked Questions About Gynaecology
What are the measures I need to take before I get pregnant to have a healthy pregnancy?
When you start thinking about trying to have a baby you should
- Visit a doctor for a pre-pregnancy checkup to detect medical or genetic conditions which can be passed onto your child and for an overall health checkup
- Focus on foods that contain necessary nutrients such as folic acid for preconception, followed by supplemental support.
- Practice some pre-pregnancy exercises such as walking, yoga, Lamaze or water aerobics
- Reduce stress using some simple stress relieving techniques such as breathing exercises, visualisation techniques
- Adopt a healthy lifestyle. You could quit smoking and alcohol.
Can I travel during pregnancy?
Unless you have been identified with any complications, it is perfectly safe to travel during pregnancy. Most women find the second trimester the most ideal time to travel as you are done with the morning sickness of the first trimester and won’t get as easily tired as one does in their third trimester. Indian airline carriers allow women to travel up to 32 weeks of their pregnancy.
What should be my diet once I am pregnant?
A pregnant woman needs more folic acid, calcium, iron & protein than a non-pregnant woman. Hence pre-natal vitamins, which contain an ideal amount is prescribed to every expecting woman. Leafy vegetables, whole grains, dairy products, fruits and lean meats should make up 80 % of the diet. There can be cravings for salty and sugary food in pregnancy but one should try to eat as healthily as possible to avoid gaining excess weight.
What are the early signs that I’m expecting?
You may notice some subtle signs of pregnancy – fatigue, nausea, frequent urination, aversions to foods that you usually love, morning sickness, breast swelling and tenderness, and a missed period if you are very regular with menstruation. A pregnancy test is a way to know for sure.
What are the dos and don’ts, now that I’m pregnant?
Dos
- Have a healthy and balanced meal. Get all essential vitamins and minerals, leafy greens, fruits, vegetables, proteins and calcium rich food.
- Light to moderate exercise is recommended for a healthy pregnancy and delivery.
- Practice clean hygiene. Take regular showers and always wash your hands with soap before preparing food, meals, after handling raw meat and using the bathroom.
Don’ts
- Paint- Let somebody else paint the baby’s room. Pregnant women shouldn’t be exposed to toxic substances and chemicals, which include paint and cleaning solvents.
- Get an X-ray- Get an X-ray only if necessary. It is highly advised to avoid tests like X-rays and mammograms while pregnant because they can be dangerous to your growing baby. If you need to have an X-ray, make sure that your doctor knows you are pregnant so they can take extra precautions.
What are the benefits of taking treatment through MMT instead of directly from the doctor?
We provide services from top doctors across top hospitals to ensure that you get the best treatment.
