- Consultant
Dr. (Mrs) A. Shamim Akthar
Consultant – Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Reproductive Medicine
MBBS, DGO Registration No.: 33055
0+ yrs
Experience in reproductive medicine
- Chennai
- Speaks English, Hindi
About
Who Dr. (Mrs) A. Shamim Akthar is?
Dr. A. Shamim Akthar is an experienced Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine specialist with a long-standing career spanning over four decades across India and international healthcare settings. She has extensive experience in reproductive medicine, infertility management, assisted reproductive technologies, and comprehensive obstetric and gynaecological care.
Currently a Consultant at Palani Balaji Fertility Centre, Chennai and 9 Hills Fertility and Women Clinic Chennai, she has previously served at leading fertility and healthcare institutions including Kanmani Fertility Centre, Institute of Biomedical Research, and Garbha Rakshambikai Fertility Centre. Her international experience includes working in the UK and Saudi Arabia.
Education & training
DGO
Diploma in Obstetrics & Gynaecology: Madras Medical College, Chennai
MBBS:
Thanjavur Medical College, Tamil Nadu
Expertise
Treatments she handles
Open a treatment to read how it works, who it suits and what it involves.
Centre & timings
Where she consults
Yellow Fertility & IVF Centre, Sri Devi Colony, Ashok Nagar
1st Floor, Plot No.- 15B & 16, Old No.- 16/1, 16/2, New No.- 1(2), 8th Avenue, Sri Devi Colony, Ashok Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600083
Consultation hours
Monday – Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PMSaturday10:00 AM – 4:00 PMClosed on Sunday — emergency support available on call
Articles
Reviewed by Dr. (Mrs)
How to Actually Read Your Semen Analysis Report?
Count, motility, morphology, what the numbers mean, and which ones matter most.
Read articlePCOS and Fertility: The Treatments That Actually Work
From lifestyle changes to IVF, here's how treatment escalates, and when each option makes sense.
Read articleVaricocele and Male Infertility: Does Treatment Improve IVF Success?
Learn how varicocele can affect male fertility, sperm quality, and IVF outcomes. This guide covers varicocele grades, treatment options, varicocelectomy, and when surgery or IVF-ICSI may be recommended.
Read articleWhat Is Altruistic Surrogacy in India? The Legal Process and Who It Helps
Learn what altruistic surrogacy means in India, who is eligible, the legal and medical process involved, expected timelines, costs, and how genetic relationships work under the current surrogacy framework.
Read article
FAQs
Questions couples ask first
Dr. A. Shamim Akthar holds an MBBS from Thanjavur Medical College and a DGO from Madras Medical College, Chennai. Her career spans over four decades, with experience in India, the UK, and Saudi Arabia.
Her expertise includes infertility management, IVF, IUI, reproductive endocrinology, and high-risk obstetrics. She also manages menstrual disorders and hormonal imbalances and performs laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries.
Yes. Patient counselling and education are among Dr. A. Shamim Akthar’s areas of expertise, helping patients understand their reproductive health concerns and treatment options.
Our team
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Dr. B. J. Shanthi
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