Dr (Lt Col) Leena N Sreedhar

Dr. (Lt. Col.) Leena N. Sreedhar is a highly experienced gynaecologist with more than 34 years in Obstetrics & Gynaecology. She heads both the Department of OBG and the Department of Academics and Research at Manipal Hospitals Dwarka. Known for her compassionate and patient-friendly approach, she is an expert in managing high-risk pregnancies and infertility while pioneering laparoscopic gynaecological procedures. Fluent in English and Hindi, she is also an influential voice in women’s healthcare awareness across India.

Educational Qualifications

• MBBS – Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi (1987)
• MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) – VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (1992)
• FICMCH – Indian College of Maternal and Child Health

Professional Experiences

• Chairman – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Manipal Hospitals Dwarka
• HOD – Department of Academics and Research, Manipal Hospitals Dwarka
• Over 34 years of experience in obstetrics, gynaecology, infertility, and laparoscopic surgery
• Regular media contributor on women’s health, pregnancy, and maternal well-being

Professional Memberships

• Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI)
• Indian Menopausal Society
• IMA Panchkula
• Delhi Gynae Forum (West)

Awards and Achievements

• Accreditation for advanced laparoscopic & hysteroscopic surgeries – Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, London
• Widely recognised for leadership in OBG academic & research programmes
• Featured in leading platforms (TOI, Indian Express, ET Healthworld, IDiva, India Today, Vanita Magazine) for women’s healthcare advocacy

Publications & Media Presence

• Shared advice to pregnant and to-be mothers on paying attention to mental health during the pandemic – featured in IDiva
• Highlighted how lack of physical activity during lockdown increased irregular periods among women – Times of India
• Stressed awareness on safe pregnancy & delivery during COVID times, given pregnancy as an immune-suppressive state
• Discussed myths and facts about pregnancy in Vanita Magazine (Print)
• Article on a woman’s right: To abort or not to abort! – ET Healthworld
• Featured in The Indian Express – “What is postpartum hemorrhage, and can it be prevented?”
• Shared insights in India Today on women’s health: “Why 30s are the new 40s for women”
• Spoke on Hello Doctor Health Podcast (Ep 204): “Pregnancy में परेशानी हो इससे पहले करें ये उपाय”