About Dr. Anjali Kumar
Dr. Anjali Kumar is a senior obstetrician and gynecologist practicing in Gurugram, Haryana. She has more than three decades of experience in women’s healthcare, with particular expertise in obstetrics, gynecological surgery, advanced endoscopy, laparoscopic procedures, and pregnancy care. Current hospital information identifies her as an experienced gynecologist and advanced robotic gynecologic surgeon at CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram.
She completed her MBBS from Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, followed by an MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the same institution. She has also completed specialist training and certification in gynecological endoscopy, including training through the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons and Ethicon Endo-Surgery Institute.
Dr. Kumar’s career has included senior positions at Artemis Health Institute, Paras Hospitals, and other hospitals in the Delhi NCR region. She has also maintained an independent gynecology practice and has been involved in medical education.
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Focus Areas
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- High-risk pregnancy
- Natural childbirth-oriented pregnancy care
- Vaginal birth after cesarean
- Laparoscopic gynecological surgery
- Robotic gynecologic surgery
- Hysteroscopic procedures
- Uterine fibroids
- Ovarian cysts
- Endometriosis
- Fertility-enhancing surgery
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Menstrual disorders
- Pelvic health
- Gynecological endoscopy
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Specialties And Women’s Healthcare Approach
Obstetrics and gynecology covers reproductive health, pregnancy, childbirth, menstrual conditions, hormonal concerns, pelvic disorders, and surgical treatment of many gynecological conditions.
Dr. Kumar’s professional background combines routine obstetric and gynecological care with advanced surgical practice. Her clinical focus includes gynecologic endoscopy, laparoscopic surgery, high-risk obstetrics, fetal medicine, endometriosis, and vaginal surgery.
Her approach also includes education for expectant parents. She has promoted pregnancy preparation and natural-childbirth-oriented care and was involved in establishing antenatal education and labor-preparation programs in the Gurugram region.
Pregnancy And Obstetric Care
Pregnancy requires regular assessment of both maternal and fetal health. Routine antenatal care can include monitoring blood pressure, fetal development, laboratory findings, nutritional needs, and possible pregnancy complications.
Dr. Kumar has extensive experience in obstetrics, including high-risk pregnancy care. Her professional profile also identifies fetal medicine and high-risk deliveries among her clinical interests.
High-risk pregnancy may require closer monitoring when factors such as previous pregnancy complications, medical conditions, fetal concerns, or previous surgical history are present.
Vaginal Birth After Cesarean
Vaginal birth after cesarean, commonly called VBAC, can be an option for some women who have previously undergone a cesarean delivery. Whether it is appropriate depends on factors including the reason for the previous cesarean, the type of uterine incision, pregnancy history, current pregnancy, and the facilities available for emergency care.
Dr. Kumar has developed a particular professional interest in VBAC and natural childbirth-oriented pregnancy care. Her work includes counseling women about birth options and supporting appropriate candidates through pregnancy and delivery.
Her professional profile also describes the Kumar Technique, a reverse uterine closure technique developed for selected cases involving a thin lower uterine segment during repeat cesarean delivery. The technique was presented and published in connection with AICOG and FIGO meetings.
Laparoscopic Gynecological Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery uses small abdominal incisions and specialized instruments to perform selected gynecological procedures. Compared with traditional open surgery, minimally invasive approaches can offer different recovery characteristics for appropriately selected patients.
Dr. Kumar is trained in advanced gynecological endoscopy and has experience with procedures including laparoscopic hysterectomy, laparoscopic myomectomy, ovarian cyst surgery, fertility-enhancing procedures, and laparoscopic treatment of ectopic pregnancy.
The appropriate surgical approach depends on the diagnosis, anatomy, previous surgery, medical history, and individual circumstances.
Hysteroscopic Procedures
Hysteroscopy allows a gynecologist to examine the inside of the uterus using a small camera inserted through the cervix. It can be used for diagnosis and for selected procedures involving the uterine cavity.
Dr. Kumar’s professional background includes operative hysteroscopy, with procedures such as polyp removal, myomectomy, septal resection, synechiolysis, and tubal cannulation listed among her specialist surgical experience.
These procedures may be considered for selected conditions affecting the uterine cavity and are planned according to the patient’s symptoms and diagnostic findings.
Fibroids And Ovarian Cysts
Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that can cause heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pressure, pain, or fertility problems in some women. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled or other structures that can occur in or on the ovaries and may require monitoring or treatment depending on their characteristics.
Dr. Kumar’s clinical profile identifies fibroids and ovarian cysts among the gynecological conditions she treats. Her surgical experience includes laparoscopic myomectomy and laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy.
Treatment decisions depend on symptoms, size and location of the condition, age, reproductive plans, imaging findings, and other medical factors.
Endometriosis And Pelvic Conditions
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus and can cause pelvic pain, painful periods, or fertility difficulties.
Dr. Kumar’s professional profile lists endometriosis as an area of clinical focus, including both medical and surgical management.
Evaluation may involve a detailed menstrual and pain history, examination, imaging, and other investigations when appropriate. Treatment varies according to symptoms, disease extent, reproductive goals, and previous treatment.
Fertility-Enhancing Surgery
Some gynecological conditions can affect fertility. In selected situations, minimally invasive surgery may be used to treat conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, or certain tubal problems.
Dr. Kumar’s professional experience includes laparoscopic fertility-enhancing surgery and laparoscopic management of ectopic pregnancy with tubal-preservation procedures in selected cases.
Fertility treatment should be individualized because the underlying cause of reduced fertility can involve female, male, or combined factors.
Robotic And Advanced Gynecological Surgery
Robotic-assisted surgery is a minimally invasive approach that allows surgeons to control specialized instruments through a computer-assisted system. It can be used for selected gynecological procedures.
Current CK Birla Hospital material describes Dr. Kumar as a trained advanced robotic gynecologic surgeon, while her professional background includes extensive laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery.
Whether robotic, laparoscopic, vaginal, or open surgery is most appropriate depends on the specific condition and the patient’s individual clinical circumstances.
Menstrual And General Gynecological Care
Gynecological consultations can address menstrual problems, pelvic pain, abnormal bleeding, hormonal concerns, infections, reproductive health, and other conditions affecting women.
Dr. Kumar’s broad obstetrics and gynecology practice includes routine gynecological care alongside advanced surgical services. Her professional profiles identify menstrual disorders, endometriosis, fibroids, ovarian cysts, and other gynecological conditions among her areas of practice.
Patients can help make consultations more useful by recording menstrual patterns, previous diagnoses, medications, imaging results, and previous surgical history.
Patient Care And Communication
Pregnancy and gynecological surgery can involve decisions that require careful discussion. Patients may need to understand different treatment options, expected recovery, possible complications, and how a proposed procedure fits their individual circumstances.
Dr. Kumar has been particularly involved in patient education around pregnancy and childbirth. Her work includes antenatal education and labor-preparation programs designed to help expectant couples understand pregnancy and birth.
She has also contributed to public education through television appearances, newspaper columns, and women’s health discussions.
Professional Experience
Dr. Kumar has more than 30 years of experience in obstetrics and gynecology. Current professional listings report approximately 35 years of overall medical experience, while her own professional descriptions commonly refer to more than 29 years of postgraduate experience.
Her career has included senior clinical and leadership positions at Artemis Health Institute, Paras Hospitals, and other Delhi NCR hospitals. Practo records her as Head of Department and Senior Consultant in Gynaecology and Obstetrics at Artemis from 2014 onward, while current sources associate her with CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram.
Her experience spans routine obstetrics, high-risk pregnancy, gynecological surgery, endoscopy, laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, and advanced minimally invasive procedures.
Academic And Professional Contributions
Dr. Kumar has remained involved in medical teaching alongside clinical practice. Her professional profile identifies her as faculty at the Ethicon Endo-Surgery Institute, where she has contributed to surgical education.
She has also participated in national and international gynecology and obstetrics conferences. Her work relating to the Kumar Technique was presented and accepted at AICOG 2015 and FIGO Vancouver 2015.
Her professional activities have therefore included patient care, surgical training, medical education, and public communication about women’s health.
Professional Recognition
Dr. Kumar is recognized for her work in advanced gynecological endoscopy and obstetric care. One of the distinctive elements of her professional career is the Kumar Technique, a reverse uterine closure technique developed for selected repeat cesarean cases involving a very thin lower uterine segment.
She has also appeared on several television programs and regularly contributed to media discussions concerning pregnancy, childbirth, and women’s health.
Credentials And Education
Dr. Anjali Kumar completed her MBBS from Lady Hardinge Medical College, New Delhi, followed by an MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Current professional records identify the University of Delhi for both degrees, with the MBBS completed in 1987 and MD in 1991.
Her additional qualifications include FICMCH and FMAS, along with certificate training in endoscopy through the World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons and Ethicon Endo-Surgery Institute.
Her professional registrations include MCI registration 6946 and Haryana State Medical Council registration 4645, according to current Practo records.
Clinic And Appointment Information
Dr. Kumar currently practices at CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram Sector 51, where current listings identify her as a senior gynecologist and obstetrician. She has also maintained an association with The Gynae Clinic in Sushant Lok I, Gurugram.
Current appointment listings show consultations at CK Birla Hospital. Consultation fees and appointment availability can change, so patients should contact the hospital or clinic directly to confirm current timings, fees, insurance arrangements, and appointment availability before visiting.
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