DRFK Turkish Medical Center is located at Villa 2, Al Athar Street, Jumeirah 3, Dubai. The clinic is easily accessible from Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim, Al Safa, Business Bay, and Downtown Dubai within around 15 minutes via Sheikh Zayed Road, with on-site parking available.
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Maternal-fetal medicine bridging when multiple gestation or early growth restriction flags, minimally invasive gynaecology suite for endometriotic resection adherence prevention barrier techniques, urogynecology anchor referral if prolapse beyond pessary competency.
Patient education ethos
Shared decision for mode of delivery nuances, VBAC candidacy scoring transparent, induction Bishop interpretation without alarmism.
Integrated documentation
Obstetric summaries auto-populate neonatal team handoff, APGAR scaffolding pre-filled only when measured not defaulted.
Dr. Shahrzad Akhounzadeh is a DHA (License No: 51018699-010) and DOH-licensed Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with over 15 years of clinical experience across Iran and the UAE healthcare sectors. Her expertise includes high-risk pregnancy management, laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery, infertility treatment and IUI, 5D ultrasound, colposcopy and cervical cancer screening, aesthetic gynaecology, and menopause management. She has performed more than 5,000 successful procedures and consults in Farsi, English, and Arabic. She prioritises evidence-based, personalised care so every patient can make informed choices about birth and treatment.
False-positive nuance explained before blood draw.
Anatomy scan 18–22 weeks
Cardiac outflow track checklist cross-verified.
Gestational diabetes screening OGTT
Fasting vs non-fasting protocol per guideline.
Routine Pap smear procurement
Speculum comfort coaching, HPV co-test triage.
Hysteroscopic polypectomy outpatient
Fluid deficit monitoring conscious sedation.
Laparoscopic ovarian cystectomy
Cyst wall integrity strip vs enucleation morphology.
Elective caesarean section
Enhanced recovery bundle compliance.
Recovery and Aftercare
Postpartum lochia charting red flag language, pad count per hour escalation.
Laparoscopy shoulder tip CO2 dispersal benign vs cardiac referral threshold.
Perineal hygiene sitz instruction when episiotomy seldom used but laceration arises.
Expert Tips
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Vitamin D repletion preconception if chronic deficiency, evidence mixed but low risk.
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Zika travel history always updated each visit, tropical corridor mapping.
Frequently Asked Questions
We offer comprehensive antenatal tests and screenings including blood tests, ultrasounds, genetic screening, gestational diabetes testing, and fetal growth monitoring. Screening plans are tailored based on gestational age and risk factors.
Pap smears are recommended every 3 years for women aged 21-29, and every 5 years for women aged 30-65 with HPV testing. More frequent screening may be recommended based on medical history.
Treatments for PCOS and hormonal imbalances include hormonal medications, birth control pills, diabetes medications, lifestyle modifications, and dietary therapy. For other hormonal disorders, hormone replacement therapy or specific medications may be recommended based on the condition.
Yes, in many cases, vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is possible. This depends on the type of previous cesarean incision, number of previous cesareans, and other factors. Your case will be carefully evaluated to determine if VBAC is safe for you.
We offer minimally invasive gynecological surgeries including laparoscopic procedures for endometriosis, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and hysterectomy. These procedures allow for faster recovery and less pain compared to open surgery.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Shahrzad Akhounzadeh | DRFK Turkish Medical Center, Dubai | Last updated: April 2026
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