Finding a gynaecologist you feel comfortable with can be an important part of pregnancy, fertility care, routine gynaecological consultations and postpartum care.
We asked parents in the IPF community to share gynaecologists and obstetricians they have consulted and would recommend based on their personal experiences. Below are the latest recommendations shared in 2026, followed by recommendations from our earlier community list.
The recommendations are shared by parents based on their individual experiences and are not rankings or endorsements. A doctor’s availability, hospital affiliation and consultation details may change, so please verify the latest information before visiting.
Gynaecologists Recommended by Pune Parents — 2026
Dr. Arundhati Kanade
Hospital: Dr Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital
Location: Yerwada
A parent appreciated Dr. Arundhati Kanade’s supportive approach and shared that she is always available on WhatsApp.
Dr. Amita Potdar
No additional experience details or hospital/clinic information were provided in the 2026 submission.
Dr. Manisha Kulkarni
Clinic: Racemous Clinic and Momstory
Location: Hadapsar
A parent described Dr. Manisha Kulkarni as patient and extremely supportive, with a willingness to listen to their queries. They also appreciated her support throughout pregnancy and preparation for a normal delivery.
Dr. Smita Deo
Hospital/Clinic: Cloudnine Hospital, Baner & Vedika Clinic
Location: Pune
A recommendation for Dr. Smita Deo was shared by a Pune parent in the 2026 form. No additional experience details were provided.
Dr. Swati Gaikwad
Hospital/Clinic: Pulse Super Speciality
Location: Wagholi
A recommendation for Dr. Swati Gaikwad was shared by a Pune parent in the 2026 form. No additional experience details were provided.
Dr. Namrata Jadhav
Clinic: Women’s Health Clinic
Location: Pirangut
A parent described Dr. Namrata Jadhav as very approachable.
Dr. Manasi Naralkar
Hospital/Clinic: Sahwas Hospital / Cloudnine
Location: Karvenagar / SN Road
A parent currently consulting Dr. Manasi Naralkar shared that they feel comfortable discussing anything and everything with her. They described her as non-judgemental and friendly, and appreciated that she explains concepts simply without creating fear or anxiety.
More Gynaecologists Recommended by Pune Parents
These recommendations were shared by parents in earlier IPF community discussions. The list is in no particular order.
- Dr. Nina Mansukhani
- Dr. Mugdha Joshi — Vaman Ganesh Clinic, Bavdhan
- Dr. Archana Kankal
- Dr. Preethika Shetty — Motherhood Hospital, Kharadi
- Dr. Gupte — Gupte Hospital, Bhandarkar Road
- Dr. Supriya Puranik — Ankura Hospital; IVF and high-risk pregnancy
- Dr. Madhuri Laha — Motherhood Hospital, Kharadi
- Dr. Rushali Nikhil Jadhav — Manipal Hospital, Kharadi
- Dr. Anagha Pai Raiturkar — Prabhat Road
- Dr. Lakshmi Swetha Karlapudi — Sanjeevani Hospital, Hadapsar
- Dr. Nandini Shete
- Dr. Rupanjal Thube and Dr. Akash Thube — Shiv Shakti Hospital, Chinchwad
- Dr. Sowmya Kulkarni — Pimple Saudagar
- Dr. Kiran Kurtkoti — Kothrud
- Dr. Juhi Luthra — Arcus Hospital
- Dr. Dilip Walkhe — Medipoint Hospital, Aundh and Jupiter Hospital, Baner
- Dr. Prasad Kulat — Ankura Hospital, Aundh
- Dr. Sada Singh Chhyo — Mothercare Hospital, Salisbury Park / Market Yard
- Dr. Usha Marathe — Ankura Hospital
- Dr. Seema Jain — Aditya Birla / Checkmate, Pimple Saudagar
- Dr. Manisha Munimane — Surya Hospital
- Dr. Payal Narang — Motherhood Hospital
- Dr. Urvi Kothari — Camp
- Dr. Sonali Chaudhary — Wakad
- Dr. Sushma Yevale
- Dr. Anuradha Sarode — Aundh
- Mini Salunke — Cloudnine
- Dr. Bhakti Dhamangaonkar — Wakad, Mitosis Hospital
- Dr. Chordiya — Chordiya Nursing Home, Kondhwa
- Dr. Varshali Mali — Hinjewadi
- Dr. Asmita Potdar — Erandwane
- Dr. Meenal Mehendale — MJM Hospital; infertility and high-risk pregnancy specialist
- Dr. Sunita Lalvani — Lalvani Mother and Child Care, Satara Road
- Dr. Jyotsna Angom — Jupiter Hospital, Baner
- Dr. Madhura Kelkar — Bhandarkar Road, Lane No. 8
- Dr. Vivek Joshi — KEM Hospital, Rasta Peth; specialist in high-risk pregnancy
- Dr. Manjiri Kulkarni — Cloudnine Hospital, SB Road; specialist in normal delivery and high-risk pregnancy
- Dr. Priyanka Gupta
- Dr. Girish Godbole — Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Erandwane
- Dr. Leena Patankar — Patankar Hospital, Sarasbaug
- Dr. Pallavi Jagtap — Sai Sneh Hospital, Katraj
How to Choose a Gynaecologist
When choosing a gynaecologist or obstetrician, consider:
- Location and accessibility: A conveniently located clinic or hospital can make regular appointments easier.
- Communication: Look for a doctor who listens to your concerns and explains things in a way you understand.
- Approach to pregnancy and delivery: If you’re pregnant, discuss the doctor’s general approach to birth, interventions and your preferences.
- High-risk pregnancy care: If you have been advised that your pregnancy may require additional monitoring, check whether the doctor has experience managing high-risk pregnancies.
- Hospital affiliation: If you have a preferred hospital for delivery or admission, check where the doctor currently practises and has admitting privileges.
- Availability: Ask about appointment timings and how urgent concerns are handled outside consultation hours.
- Comfort and trust: Pregnancy and gynaecological care can involve sensitive conversations, so finding someone you feel comfortable speaking openly with can be important.
Every person’s experience is different, and a doctor who works well for one patient may not necessarily be the right fit for another.
Have a Gynaecologist to Recommend?
Have you had a positive experience with a gynaecologist or obstetrician in Pune? Share your recommendation with the IPF community and help other parents discover doctors based on real experiences.
Disclaimer: These recommendations are based on experiences shared by members of the IPF community and are provided for informational purposes only. They are not medical advice, rankings or endorsements. Doctor affiliations, clinic locations, consultation timings and availability may change. Please verify current details directly with the doctor or hospital before visiting.