About Dr Sajida Guftaar –Gynecologist in Islamabad
Many women choose a gynecologist not only for degrees.They also want a doctor whose values match their own.This page shares who Dr Sajida is as a person and as a doctor.It explains how she thinks, works, and cares for women in Islamabad.
How I Chose Women’s Health as My Life’s Work
From early in her training, Dr Sajida saw how much women carry in silence.Many patients came to hospital late because they felt shy or afraid.She saw young girls in pain each month who thought it was normal.She saw mothers trying to stay strong during high-risk pregnancies.She saw women after forty who put everyone else first and ignored their own health.These stories pulled her towards Obstetrics and Gynecology.She decided to spend her career helping women feel safe, informed, and respected.
My Approach to Caring for Women in Islamabad
Listening First, Then Treating
Many women come to clinic after weeks or months of worry.They may have searched online or asked friends and still feel confused. For Dr Sajida, the first step in any visit is to listen.She allows time for you to describe your symptoms in your own words.Only after that does she suggest tests, scans, or treatment.
Balancing Medical Guidelines with Your Values
Her clinical decisions follow accepted medical guidelines, including those from international bodies such as WHO and RCOG. At the same time, she knows that each woman has her own beliefs, fears, and family pressures. She explains options in clear language and helps you choose what suits your health and your life. You are part of the decision, not a silent observer.
Privacy, Modesty and Cultural Sensitivity in Every Visit
Many women feel shy to talk about intimate problems. Some worry about examination or about facing a crowded clinic. Examination takes place in a private room with door closed. A female staff member can be present if you wish. You can bring a family member who makes you feel safe. Your questions and reports are treated as confidential. Respect for your modesty and culture is central in her practice.
Continuing Education and Professional Development
Medicine changes over time.New research brings better ways to manage pregnancy, surgery, and long-term conditions.To stay current, Dr Sajida attends continuing medical education activities, workshops, and clinical meetings.She joins conferences and training sessions when possible, both in person and online.In her daily work, she discusses complex cases with senior colleagues and multidisciplinary teams.This habit of learning and reflection helps keep her practice safe and up to date.
How I Work with My Patients and Their Families
Many health decisions in our society involve the whole family.Husbands, mothers, or in-laws often want to ask questions as well.When you are comfortable, she welcomes family members into the discussion.She explains your condition and options in language everyone can understand.At the same time, she respects your right to privacy and your final say on your body.She encourages you to share your worries, even if they seem small.Questions about tests, medicines, delivery mode, or future plans are all valid.
Special Areas of Interest in Gynecology and Obstetrics
High-Risk Pregnancy and Safe Delivery Planning
High-risk pregnancy can feel frightening for the whole family.Conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, twins, previous C-section, or past loss need careful planning.Dr Sajida has long experience in managing such pregnancies.She works step by step: risk assessment, monitoring plan, and clear birth plan.She explains the reasons behind each decision, so you and your family understand what is happening.
PCOS, Hormone Imbalance and Long-Term Health
Polycystic ovary syndrome and other hormone problems are common in young women.They can cause irregular cycles, weight gain, hair changes, and mood swings.She sees PCOS as more than a period problem.It links with diet, weight, stress, and future risk of sugar problems.Her focus is on realistic changes, not short-term crash plans.
Delay in Pregnancy and When to Seek Help
Many couples feel pressure when pregnancy is delayed.They often move quickly from one clinic to another without a clear path.Dr Sajida believes in a structured approach.She takes history from both partners, reviews old reports, and orders only necessary tests.If advanced fertility treatment is needed, she explains when and why to involve specialist centres.
Menopause, Mid-Life Health and Screening
Women in their forties and fifties may face hot flashes, sleep problems, joint pain, and mood changes.Some also worry about cancer risk as they get older.She helps women understand which symptoms are due to normal hormone change and which need deeper study.She advises on lifestyle, vitamins, bone health, and screening tests that are suitable for age and risk.
Who I Commonly See in My Clinic
Her clinic serves a wide range of women from Islamabad and nearby Rawalpindi.
She regularly sees:
>Teenage girls with severe period pain or cycle problems
> Newly married women with questions about intimacy, planning, and early pregnancy
>Pregnant women, from first positive test to late pregnancy
>Women facing delay in pregnancy or repeated loss
>Women in their forties and fifties with bleeding changes, hot flashes, or sleep issues
She offers consultations in clear, simple language so that women from different education levels can understand their health and choices.
Outside the Clinic – A Little More About Me
Outside formal clinic hours, much of her time still revolves around women’s health.She reviews new research, attends academic activities, and prepares talks for students and junior doctors.She also values quiet time with family and believes that a balanced life makes doctors more patient and kind.This balance helps her come to clinic with a clear mind and steady focus for each woman she sees.