Dr. Suneeta Mittal

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Dr. Suneeta Mittal

Senior Director & Hod Obstetrics & Gynaecology

About

Dr. Suneeta Mittal is a prominent Obstetrician and Gynecologist with over 43 years of experience, currently serving as Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Fortis Memorial Research Institute. Dr. Mittal is known for her expertise in high-risk pregnancies, fertility and reproductive health, and minimally invasive and robotic surgeries. She played a critical role in establishing national guidelines on emergency contraception and medical abortion in India and launched the “12 by 12” initiative to combat adolescent anemia. Dr. Mittal’s groundbreaking contributions extend to adapting WHO standards for India, earning her a reputation as a leading expert in women’s health and reproductive medicine in both national and international circles.

Training & Credentials

Education & Training

  • MBBS – Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi
  • MD in Obstetrics & Gynaecology – Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi
  • Fellowships – FRCOG, FICOG, and other prestigious certifications

Expertise

  • High-Risk Pregnancy Management
  • Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery
  • Fertility & Reproductive Health
  • Emergency Contraception and Medical Abortion

Achievements & Contributions

  • Developed the Mother Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative with the Government of India and UNICEF.
  • Recognized with the Distinguished Medical Service Award and the Swastha Bharat Samman.
  • Featured in The Lancet as the “Woman Doctor of the Year” in 2011, and recipient of multiple lifetime achievement awards.