What conditions are treated by a gynecologist?

Gynecologists treat several conditions, including: Menstrual disorders (heavy periods, irregular periods)Fibroids & ovarian cystsEndometriosisPelvic inflammatory disease (PID)Infertility Menopause symptoms Gynecologic cancers (in conjunction with oncologists)

What procedures can gynecologists perform?

Depending on their training, gynecologists can perform: Normal and Cesarean births Laparoscopic/hysteroscopic surgeries Hysterectomy (removal of uterus) Myomectomy (removal of fibroids) Cystectomy (removal of cysts from the ovary) Tubal ligation and sterilization

Dr. Basma Ali Shehabi - Gynecologist, United Arab Emirates: Online Consultation, Appointment, Reviews

About Dr. Basma Ali Shehabi

Dr. Basma Ali Shehabi is a highly experienced Obstetrician & Gynecologist with more than 20 years of clinical expertise in the UAE and Syria, working at leading JCI-accredited healthcare facilities.
She specializes in the comprehensive care of women with a focus on high- and low-risk pregnancies, infertility management, advanced gynecological procedures, and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.
Dr Basma is dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centred care by combining advanced medical expertise with preventative healthcare.
Fluent in English & Arabic

Conditions treated by Dr. Basma Ali Shehabi

High- and low-risk pregnancy management
Infertility and subfertility conditions
Menopausal symptoms and hormonal imbalance
Contraception and family planning issues
Gynaecological cancers (screening & early detection)
Pelvic floor dysfunctions and prolapse
Benign gynecological disorders (fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis)

Area of Interest

Normal and cesarean deliveries
Infertility management & assisted conception support
Gynecologic operative procedures – colposcopy, hysteroscopy, laparotomy, pelvic floor repair
Minimally invasive gynecological laparoscopic surgery
Obstetrics & gynecology ultrasound
Preventive women’s healthcare (cancer screening, menopause care, reproductive health)

Qualification

MBBS, Syria
MD, Damascus University, 1990

Work Experiences

Consultant Obstetrics & Gynecology, JCI-accredited hospitals, UAE
Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Damascus, Syria
20+ years of combined clinical practice in women’s health, pregnancy management, infertility care, and gynaecological surgeries in American Hospital Dubai

Certifications (3)

Certification in colposcopy & hysteroscopy
Certification in laparoscopic gynaecology surgery
Training in obstetric ultrasound and advanced pregnancy care

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Procedures Performed

C-Section

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FAQ's Related to Gynecologist

You should go to the gynecologist for check-ups, annual screenings (like Pap Smears), irregular menstruation, pelvic pain, to discuss infertility, to get pregnancy care, menopause, or if you have other abnormal symptoms related to reproductive health.

Gynecologists treat several conditions, including:

Menstrual disorders (heavy periods, irregular periods)
Fibroids & ovarian cysts
Endometriosis
Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID)
Infertility
Menopause symptoms
Gynecologic cancers (in conjunction with oncologists)

Depending on their training, gynecologists can perform:

Normal and Cesarean births
Laparoscopic/hysteroscopic surgeries
Hysterectomy (removal of uterus)
Myomectomy (removal of fibroids)
Cystectomy (removal of cysts from the ovary)
Tubal ligation and sterilization

Women should have a gynecologic appointment at least once a year for a check-up, and sooner if they have symptoms such as abnormal bleeding, pain, or reproductive health problems.

A gynecologist focuses on women's reproductive health. Inversely, an obstetrician focuses on pregnancy, childbirth, and care after the baby is born; many doctors practice as OB-GYNs (meaning they do both obstetrics and gynaecology).

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