Dr. Parul Kotdawala (Gynecology)

Doctors / Zydus Hospitals Ahmedabad
Educational Qualifications
  • Diploma in Advanced Endoscopy Surgery, Kiel School of Endoscopy, Christian Albrecht University, Kiel, Germany. November 2000
  • M. D. (Obstetrics, Gynecology & Diseases of Newborns) 1985, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad 380 009
  • M. B. B. S. (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery) 1981, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad 380 009
Degree
Year
IVF training, Institute for training & Research in Reproductive Health, Kolkata
2009
Advanced celioscopy & endoscopic Surgery, Clermont-Ferrand, France
2001
Seinology Surgery; Workshop, Clermont-Ferrand, France
2001
Workshop on Laparoscopic surgery, Birmingham University, UK
2000
Workshop on hysteroscopic surgery, Birmingham University, UK
2000
Advanced endoscopic Surgery, 3 workshops trainings ' Kiel, Germany
2000
Workshop on vaginal surgery for gynecological malignancies, GCRI, Ahmedabad
1997
Teachers training course in teaching techniques in medical studies; NTTC, Chandigadh
1996
Endoscopic Training Workshops; Wadia Hospital, Mumbai
1995
Training in Fetal Monitoring; Wadia Hospital, Mumbai
1993
Training in Microsurgical Techniques; V. S. Hospital, Ahmedabad
1993
Training in Ob/Gyn Ultrasonography; Wadia Hospital, Mumbai
1993
Training in Laparoscopic sterilization; Govt. of Gujarat, Ahmedabad
1986
Research Guide & Trainer
  • I/C Endoscopy Surgery Training Centre under the aegis of FOGSI (Federation of Obstetric & Gynecological Societies of India)
  • I/C Endoscopy Surgery Fellowship training ' ICOG (Indian College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists)
  • Guide to dissertation thesis, 'Menstrual Pattern & its correlation with ovarian volume in Adolescent Girls'
  • FOGSI Advanced Endoscopy Surgery Training Center at B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, since May 2000
  • Trainer I/C in 'Fetal Monitoring in pregnancy & Labor by Cardio-tocography', Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad
  • Trainer, Microsurgical Techniques in tubal surgery, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad
  • Trainer, Laparoscopy Sterilization, PP Unit, B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad.
  • ICMR Short Term Research Studentship :
  • I/C Endoscopy Surgery Training Centre under the aegis of FOGSI (Federation of Obstetric & Gynecological Societies of India)
  • I/C Endoscopy Surgery Training Centre under the aegis of FOGSI (Federation of Obstetric & Gynecological Societies of India)
Prospective Drug Trials
  • A multi centric trial on effect of M2Tone ' a herbal preparation on Adolescent Menstrual Problems, Completed. Results to be published soon. 2001 ' 2002
  • Injectible Prostaglandins for II trimester Termination of Malformed or Dead Fetus; A multicentric controlled prospective trial conducted by FOGSI MTP Committee 1997 ' 98
  • Pyridoxine in Lactation Control& Suppression - A controlled prospective trial at B. J. Medical College, Ahmedabad 1995
  • A prospective controlled trial on the effect of Centchroman in Menopausal Symptoms ' abandoned midway
Editorship
  • Member, Editorial Board, Indian Journal of Perinatology & Reproductive Biology
  • Edited a book 'The Adolescent Girl ' An Update', released in January 2004 at AICOG, Agra, 269 pages, Publishers; Jaypee Medical Publishers, New Delhi
Peer Review
  • For Journal of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of India, since May 2003 30+ articles
  • Iranian Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Dew-Hurst's textbook of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Fellowships, Awards, Honors
  • F.I.C.O.G. (Millennium Fellow of Indian College of Obstetrics & Gynecology), Indian College of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Mumbai. January 2002
  • F.I.C.M.C.H. (Fellow of Indian College of Maternal & Child Health), Indian College of Maternal & Child Health, Calcutta. February 2003
  • Invited member, National Academy of Medical Sciences, India, April 2005
  • Mehroo Dara Hansotia Best Committee Trophy, as a chairperson of Adolescent Health Committee, Federation of Obstetrics & Gynecological Societies of India (FOGSI), Mumbai, January 2004
  • India Region Coordinator: International Adhesions Society (IAS), USA
  • Member, International Scientific Committee, the 2nd Annual conference of New European Surgical Academy ' NESA 2007
  • Advisor, Endoscopy Committee, FOGSI, Adolescent Health Committee, FOGSI
Professional experience
Hon. Gynec Endoscopy Surgeon, V. S. Hospital, Ahmedabad
Jan 2009 - contd
Associate Professor & Consultant Gynecologist, Kesar Sal Medical College, Gujarat University
Mar. 2006 - Dec 2008
Associate Professor & consultant Gynecologist, Waghodia Medical College, Gujarat University
Apr. 2005 ' Feb. 2006
Associate Professor & Consultant Gynecologist, NHL Mun. Medical College, Gujarat University
Dec. 2001 ' Mar. 2003
Assistant Professor & Consultant Gynecologist, B. J. Medical College, Gujarat University
Oct. 1988 ' Oct. 2001
Gynecologist (Gujarat Medical Services Class I), Dept. of Health Services, Govt. of Gujarat
Sep. 1987 ' Oct. 1988
Consultant Gynecologist (trust hospital, Jasalpur, Kadi)
May 1987 ' Aug. 1997
Senior Registrar, Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad, B. J. Medical College, Gujarat University
Jan. 1986 ' Dec. 1986
Registrar (2nd & 3rd Year Resident Doctor), B. J. Medical College, Gujarat University
Jan. 1994 ' Dec. 1985
House Surgeon, Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad, B. J. Medical College, Gujarat University
Jan. 1983 ' Dec. 1983
Internship, Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad
Jan. 1982 ' Dec. 1982
Professional memberships

Life Member

  • New European Surgical Academy (NESA)
  • Indian Confederation of Healthcare Accreditation (ICHA)
  • International Adhesion Society (IAS)
  • Federation of Obstetrical & Gynecological Societies of India (FOGSI)
  • Indian Association of Gynecological Endoscopists (IAGE)
  • National Association for Reproductive & Child Health of India (NARCHI)
  • Indian Society of Perinatology & Reproductive Biologists (ISOPARB)
  • Indian Association of Juvenile & Adolescent Gynecologists & Obstetricians (IAJAGO)
  • Indian Menopause Society (IMS)
  • Endometriosis Society of India (ESI)
  • Indian Society of Prenatal Diagnosis & Therapy (ISPAT)
  • National Neonatology Forum (NNF)
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • IMA College of General Practitioners, Gujarat State Faculty. (IMACGP)
  • Association of British Scholars (ABS)
Member
  • International Federation of Gynecology & Obstetrics (FIGO)
  • Asia & Oceania Federation of Obstetrics & Gynecology (AOFOG)