<p>Aster&nbsp;DM&nbsp;Healthcare&nbsp;is&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;largest&nbsp;and&nbsp;fastest&nbsp;growing&nbsp;integrated&nbsp;healthcare&nbsp;conglomerates&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;MENA&nbsp;region&nbsp;and&nbsp;a&nbsp;globally&nbsp;recognised&nbsp;destination&nbsp;for&nbsp;medical&nbsp;tourism&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;UAE.&nbsp;Founded&nbsp;in&nbsp;1987&nbsp;by&nbsp;Dr.&nbsp;Azad&nbsp;Moopen&nbsp;as&nbsp;a&nbsp;single-doctor&nbsp;clinic&nbsp;in&nbsp;Dubai,&nbsp;the&nbsp;network&nbsp;has&nbsp;grown&nbsp;into&nbsp;a&nbsp;powerhouse&nbsp;spanning&nbsp;15+&nbsp;hospitals,&nbsp;120+&nbsp;clinics,&nbsp;and&nbsp;300+&nbsp;pharmacies&nbsp;across&nbsp;9&nbsp;countries&nbsp;with&nbsp;Dubai&nbsp;firmly&nbsp;at&nbsp;its&nbsp;heart.&nbsp;For&nbsp;international&nbsp;patients&nbsp;seeking&nbsp;world-class&nbsp;healthcare&nbsp;in&nbsp;Dubai&nbsp;at&nbsp;transparent,&nbsp;affordable&nbsp;costs,&nbsp;Aster&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;trusted&nbsp;first&nbsp;choice.&nbsp;Aster&#39;s&nbsp;flagship&nbsp;Dubai&nbsp;hospital,&nbsp;Aster&nbsp;Hospital&nbsp;Mankhool&nbsp;(inaugurated&nbsp;in&nbsp;2015&nbsp;by&nbsp;the&nbsp;UAE&nbsp;Minister&nbsp;of&nbsp;Health),&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;100-bed&nbsp;multi-speciality&nbsp;tertiary&nbsp;care&nbsp;centre&nbsp;spanning&nbsp;190,000&nbsp;sq&nbsp;ft&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;heart&nbsp;of&nbsp;Bur&nbsp;Dubai.&nbsp;Accredited&nbsp;by&nbsp;Accreditation&nbsp;Canada&nbsp;and&nbsp;holding&nbsp;HIMSS&nbsp;Stage&nbsp;6&nbsp;digital&nbsp;health&nbsp;certification,&nbsp;the&nbsp;hospital&nbsp;offers&nbsp;35+&nbsp;specialities&nbsp;staffed&nbsp;by&nbsp;85+&nbsp;globally&nbsp;qualified&nbsp;doctors.&nbsp;It&nbsp;is&nbsp;also&nbsp;a&nbsp;UAE&nbsp;pioneer&nbsp;in&nbsp;robotic&nbsp;knee&nbsp;replacement&nbsp;surgery&nbsp;and&nbsp;one&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;region&#39;s&nbsp;leading&nbsp;centres&nbsp;for&nbsp;neonatal&nbsp;intensive&nbsp;care,&nbsp;gene&nbsp;therapy&nbsp;for&nbsp;rare&nbsp;diseases&nbsp;(SMA,&nbsp;DMD),&nbsp;cardiology,&nbsp;orthopaedics,&nbsp;bariatric&nbsp;surgery,&nbsp;and&nbsp;oncology.&nbsp;Ranked&nbsp;among&nbsp;the&nbsp;top&nbsp;hospitals&nbsp;in&nbsp;the&nbsp;UAE&nbsp;by&nbsp;Newsweek&#39;s&nbsp;World&#39;s&nbsp;Best&nbsp;Hospitals&nbsp;2024&nbsp;—&nbsp;with&nbsp;Aster&nbsp;Mankhool&nbsp;at&nbsp;#5&nbsp;and&nbsp;Aster&nbsp;Al&nbsp;Qusais&nbsp;at&nbsp;#14&nbsp;—&nbsp;the&nbsp;Aster&nbsp;Dubai&nbsp;network&nbsp;consistently&nbsp;delivers&nbsp;premium&nbsp;medical&nbsp;care&nbsp;with&nbsp;the&nbsp;warmth&nbsp;of&nbsp;a&nbsp;compassionate,&nbsp;patient-first&nbsp;philosophy.&nbsp;Its&nbsp;dedicated&nbsp;International&nbsp;Patient&nbsp;Services&nbsp;team&nbsp;provides&nbsp;end-to-end&nbsp;support&nbsp;from&nbsp;online&nbsp;consultation&nbsp;and&nbsp;visa&nbsp;assistance&nbsp;to&nbsp;airport&nbsp;transfer&nbsp;and&nbsp;post-discharge&nbsp;follow-up,&nbsp;making&nbsp;it&nbsp;a&nbsp;preferred&nbsp;destination&nbsp;for&nbsp;medical&nbsp;tourism&nbsp;in&nbsp;Dubai&nbsp;for&nbsp;patients&nbsp;from&nbsp;the&nbsp;UK,&nbsp;Africa,&nbsp;Russia,&nbsp;Turkey,&nbsp;South&nbsp;Asia,&nbsp;and&nbsp;beyond.</p>

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Surgical procedures are often accompanied by natural apprehension about pain and safety. At Aster Hospitals UAE, we believe that exceptional surgical care begins long before the first incision. It starts with ensuring your absolute comfort, physiological stability, and peace of mind.

Anaesthesia

We are proud at Aster Hospitals to be the first choice for cardiology in Dubai. We have the best cardiologist in Dubai who offers the whole range of services from non-invasive cardiology and intervention to preventive check-ups and treatment of heart failure.

Cardiology

Endocrinology is a medical discipline which deals with the endocrine system and hormone-related complications. The endocrine system's organs and glands secrete hormones that help control and coordinate several key functions of our body, including metabolism, growth, mood, reproduction, and more.

Endocrinology

Your ear, nose, and throat health affects how you breathe, hear, sleep, and communicate every day. At Aster Hospitals, our ENT specialists in Dubai provide expert diagnosis and treatment for both simple and complex conditions, providing comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based management of ENT disorders in adults and children.

Digestive and liver health play a vital role in how our body feels, functions, and heals. At Aster Hospitals, our dedicated gastroenterology and hepatology specialists first diagnose and treat a versatile spectrum of conditions affecting the digestive tract and liver, from common stomach discomfort to complex liver disease.

Gastroenterology And Hepatology

Dealing with health issues isn't easy, especially when you feel off but can't quite pinpoint why. At Aster Hospitals, we know that figuring out what's wrong is the first step to feeling like yourself again. Our internal medicine team is here to make sense of it all. Instead of just looking at one specific symptom, we take a step back and look at the whole picture, making sure nothing gets overlooked.

Internal Medicine

As technological advancements are taking giant strides in providing better patient care and enhanced surgical outcomes, the field of minimally-invasive surgery – Laparoscopy, has also evolved manifolds. One such subspecialty of Laparoscopy, Laparoscopic Gynaecology, is a replacement to open surgeries. Doctors employ the use of a laparoscopic tube to get a clear picture of the interior of one’s pelvic area.

Laparoscopic Gynaecology

Nephrology is that branch of medicine that deals with the complete functioning of the kidneys. It includes the diagnosis, treatment and care of the kidneys in both children and adults. The kidneys are an integral part of the body and are responsible for the regulation of metabolism, urine health and the renal system. The department covers the overall performance of the kidneys, kidney health as well as the treatment of kidney disease. It includes the regulation of diet and prescription of medication as well as renal replacement therapy. At Aster Hospitals, you can consult with >kidney specialists and get the best treatment.

Nephrology

Few things are as unsettling as feeling like something is off with your own body. When you experience strange tingling, sudden severe headaches, or unexplained muscle weakness, it naturally causes worry. At Aster Hospitals, we know how frightening neurological symptoms can be. Our focus is on giving you clear answers and effective care. Our neurologists support you through every step with genuine understanding and medical precision.

Neurology

Ob-Gyn, the shorter name for obstetrics-gynaecology, is the branch of medicine that deals with female health, focusing on issues related to childbirth, menstruation, and reproductive health. Ob-gyn, unlike gynaecology, is the branch that covers aspects related to pre-conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and post-delivery treatments.

Obstetrics And Gynecology

There’s probably no one in the entire world who is unknown to the word ‘Cancer’. This dreaded disease has taken down so many lives, dreams, families, and aspirations. Unfortunately, this disease has found a strong foothold in our unhealthy lifestyles, even if we try our best to eat right and stay healthy. While today there are much more effective and advanced means for the detection, treatment and cure for cancer, the number of people who have been afflicted with this terrible ailment also, unfortunately, is drastically increasing.

Oncology

At Aster Hospitals, we provide advanced care across the full spectrum of orthopaedic conditions. Recognised as a leading orthopaedic hospital in Dubai, our centres bring together experienced orthopaedic surgeons, trauma specialists, and rehabilitation teams under one roof. We manage routine bone problems and complex orthopaedic surgery procedures with equal focus and care.

Orthopedics

A joyful child turns every corner into an adventure. When your little one is unwell, or if a newborn arrives needing extra medical help, compassionate care and expert support can bring comfort and reassurance to your family. Aster Hospitals offer trusted hands and gentle care, supporting your child every step of the way. Our paediatricians and neonatologists focus on ensuring that both you and your child feel safe and supported, and your child fully recovers to live a happy, healthy life.

Paediatrics And Neonatology

Our department of Plastic Surgery houses a dedicated team with some of the best plastic surgeons, experts, and clinicians. These professionals are highly skilled at delivering advanced reliable patient treatment and care. Our state-of-the-art infrastructure is studded with the latest technologies for treatment procedures, which places us among those renowned in plastic and cosmetic surgery in UAE. We have a strong focus on consultations for cosmetic and aesthetic enhancements for our services which includes:

Plastic Surgery

Times have changed, and so has the environment we live in. One of the most common effects of pollution and our modern yet questionable lifestyles is felt by our respiratory organs, especially the respiratory tract. Some common diseases and defects that arise due to such factors include pneumonia, asthma, breathlessness, and tuberculosis. Breathing is essential to human life and factors that hinder the smooth functioning of the respiratory tract can often be critical. Hence, the treatment has to be tailored to the patient. Pulmonology is that branch of healthcare science that deals with the functional abnormalities of the respiratory system and are often classified as Internal Medicine and/or Intensive Care Medicine. Pulmonologists have to often deal with scenarios involving patients in need of life support or mechanical ventilation.

Pulmonology

Urology is a surgical speciality under healthcare science that majorly treats diseases and/or infections related to the male and female urinary tract and reproductive organs. The scope of organs under Urology include kidneys, adrenal glands, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. In human bodies, the urinary and reproductive tracts are very closely connected and hence an abnormality in one critically affects the other. A lot of cases in urology involve minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic surgical procedures, scope guided procedures, and laser-assisted surgeries. There’s a range of topics that a urologist is trained in:

Urology

Dr. Poornima Balagopal is a medical specialist in the Obstetrics & Laparoscopic Gynaecology department. Practicing at Aster Hospital, Mankhool. Nationality: Indian. Languages spoken: English, Kannada, Hindi, Malayalam. Clinical Expertise & Services: High-risk pregnancy management | Antenatal care and prenatal monitoring | Normal and complicated vaginal deliveries | Laparoscopic gynaecological surgeries | Hysteroscopic procedures | Fibroid management | Endometriosis treatment | Adenomyosis management | PCOS/PCOD diagnosis and treatment | Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) | Ectopic pregnancy management | Uterine prolapse treatment | Abnormal uterine bleeding management | Obstetric ultrasound services

Dr. Poornima Balagopal

About Dr. Poornima Balagopal

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Aster DM Healthcare, Dubai

Education & Training

MBBS, MS, FMAS, DMAS

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