Dr. Parimala Devi – Senior Gynecologist, Infertility and Preventive Oncology Specialist in Bangalore
Dr. Parimala Devi is a highly experienced Obstetrician, Gynaecologist, Infertility Specialist and Preventive Gynaecological Oncology Specialist in Bangalore with 40 years of experience, as listed by Fortis Healthcare. She serves as a Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru. Her clinical expertise includes high-risk pregnancy management, infertility treatment, colposcopy, hysteroscopy, advanced laparoscopic gynaecological surgery and the prevention and surgical management of selected gynaecological cancers.
Dr. Parimala Devi completed her MBBS from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, in 1982, followed by MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the same institution in 1985. Her additional qualifications include DGO, FICS, MICOG, FICOG and FMAS. She has also received specialized training in colposcopy in the United Kingdom and holds a WHO fellowship, reflecting her advanced training in women's reproductive healthcare.
Throughout her professional career, Dr. Parimala Devi has gained extensive experience in government, academic and private healthcare institutions. She served in Government of Karnataka-affiliated hospitals for approximately 20 years and worked as a teaching faculty member at Bangalore Medical College. Her experience includes 12 years as Assistant Professor and Senior Surgeon at Vani Vilas Hospital, a teaching hospital associated with Bangalore Medical College.
Dr. Parimala Devi has extensive experience in managing high-risk pregnancies that require specialized maternal and fetal monitoring. Her obstetric practice includes antenatal assessment, management of pregnancy complications and delivery planning for women with additional medical or obstetric risk factors. She emphasizes individualized maternal healthcare and appropriate monitoring throughout pregnancy.
Infertility management is an important area of her clinical expertise. She has received specialized experience in infertility management at Radhakrishna Hospital, Bangalore, a recognized FOGSI training centre for infertility, laparoscopy and hysteroscopy. Her practice includes infertility evaluation, reproductive health assessment and appropriate treatment planning for couples experiencing difficulty conceiving.
Dr. Parimala Devi specializes in advanced gynaecological laparoscopy and hysteroscopy. These minimally invasive techniques may be used to evaluate and treat selected conditions affecting the uterus, ovaries and other reproductive organs. Her expertise includes the surgical management of gynaecological disorders that may require diagnostic or operative hysteroscopy, laparoscopic procedures or conventional surgery.
Preventive Gynaecological Oncology is another important focus of her practice. She has gained experience in gynaecological oncology through clinical work with Dr. U. D. Bafna at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology. Her expertise includes the evaluation of suspected gynaecological malignancies, preventive cancer screening and appropriate surgical management or referral according to the patient's diagnosis.
Dr. Parimala Devi currently leads colposcopy-related clinical work at Fortis Hospital. Colposcopy allows detailed examination of the cervix and surrounding tissues, particularly when cervical screening tests identify abnormalities. This procedure supports the evaluation of precancerous cervical changes and helps determine when biopsy, surveillance or treatment is required.
Her clinical interests also include menstrual disorders, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, endometriosis and other gynaecological conditions affecting women's reproductive health. Treatment planning may involve medical management, diagnostic investigations, minimally invasive surgery or other appropriate interventions depending on the diagnosis and patient preferences.
Dr. Parimala Devi has received professional recognition for her contributions to obstetrics and gynaecology, including the Aryabhata Award, Mother Teresa Award and a gold medal for active management of septic abortion. Her extensive clinical and academic experience supports her work in specialist women's healthcare and surgical gynaecology.
At Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, Dr. Parimala Devi provides specialist consultations for high-risk pregnancies, infertility, cervical screening abnormalities, gynaecological surgery and preventive women's healthcare. Her approach emphasizes accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, preventive screening, individualized care and appropriate long-term follow-up.