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  • Associate Consultant Obstetrics & Gynaecology KK Women's and Children's HospitalKK Women's and Children's Hospital
  • Associate Consultant Urgent O&G Centre KK Women's and Children's HospitalKK Women's and Children's Hospital
  • Associate Consultant Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit (EPAU) KK Women's and Children's HospitalKK Women's and Children's Hospital
  • Associate Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology Sengkang General HospitalSengkang General Hospital

Profile

Dr Dhilshad Qadir is an Associate Consultant with the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital. She graduated from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore. She obtained the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS) and was later admitted as a Member of the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (MRCOG).

Dr Dhilshad holds a special interest in maternal health and is passionate about guiding women through the transformative journey of pregnancy. Whether it's prenatal care, managing complications, or ensuring a safe delivery, she provides personalised and compassionate support to expectant mothers, prioritising the well-being of both mother and baby. Additionally, she is experienced in performing a wide range of gynaecological surgeries and strives to achieve the best outcomes for her patients.

Committed to fostering a warm and empathetic environment, Dr Dhilshad believes in a shared decision-making process that respects her patients' autonomy. She values open communication and actively involves her patients in their healthcare decisions, ensuring they are well-informed and empowered to actively participate in their treatment plans.

Dr Dhilshad extends her compassion beyond her practice, engaging in community projects to uplift the less privileged. Notably, she was part of a medical team that conducted cervical cancer screening for women in a village in India. She is also a core member of Project ARIF, which aims to improve maternal and child outcomes, underscoring her commitment to making a positive impact.

As a devoted mother, wife, and daughter, Dr Dhilshad understands the importance of balancing personal and professional responsibilities. This understanding allows her to relate to her patients on a deeper level, appreciating the complexities of their lives and offering personalised care tailored to their individual needs.

Beyond her dedication to women's health, Dr Dhilshad embraces a well-rounded lifestyle. She finds joy in adventure and exploration, indulging in hiking, exercise, and travel. She connects with women of all generations, advocating for gender equality, women empowerment, and active ageing.


Education

  • Master of Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology- MMED (O&G) National University of Singapore 2021
  • Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists- MRCOG (UK) 2021
  • Member of the Royal College of Surgeons- MRCS (UK) 2019
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery- MBBS (NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine) 2014

Professional Appointments and Committee Memberships

  • Associate Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital
  • Clinical Instructor, SingHealth-Duke NUS Medical School
  • Member, Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society Singapore (OGSS)
  • Core Clinical Tutor, Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine (2020 till present)
  • Clinical Lecturer and Tutor, NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (2020 till present)
  • Clinical Tutor, SingHealth Duke NUS Medical School, Obstetrics & Gynaecology Academic Clinical Programme (2020 till present)
  • Clinical Supervisor for House Officers, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (2019 till present)
  • Member, Urgent O&G Centre Team, Department of General Obstetrics and Gynaecology KKH

Awards

  • Singapore Health Quality Service (SHQS) Awards 2023 - Silver Award
  • Service from the Heart Award, SingHealth 2023
  • COVID Resilience Medal - for contributions towards the fight against COVID
  • Outstanding Resident Award, Residency in SingHealth Excels (RISE), 2022
  • Outstanding Resident Award, Residency in SingHealth Excels (RISE), 2021
  • Outstanding Faculty Award, Residency in SingHealth Excels (RISE), 2021
  • Singapore Health Quality Service (SHQS) Awards 2020 - Silver Award 2020 - For outstanding and commendable service
  • Service from the Heart Award, SingHealth 2019

Research Interests

Publications

  • A Novel Method of Mirena Insertion in a Bicornuate Uterus
    Dhilshad Qadir, S Foo, SHM Siraj, B Chern - Poster presentation FIGO 2023
  • Risk factors and outcomes of uterine rupture in Singapore: Emerging trends SQ Tan, LH Chen, Dhilshad Bte Muhd Abdul Qadir, BSM Chern, GSH Yeo Ann Acad Med Singap 2021;50:5-15 https://doi.org/10.47102/annals-acadmedsg.2020319 - Poster presentation RCOG Congress 2021
  • Acute Torsion of the Enlarged Fibroid Uterus in a Postmenopausal Woman Dhilshad Qadir, R Nadarajah - Poster presentation ESGO 2022
  • Retained Products of Conception in Hysteroscopy in a Patient with Breast Cancer on Tamoxifen Dhilshad Qadir, M Chua, S Sulaiman BMJ Case Reports 2019 Vol12 Issue 8 http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2019-230635 - Oral presentation FIGO World Congress 2018
  • The Incidence of Neonatal Respiratory Morbidity with Gestational Age in 2013 Term Infants Born by Elective Caesarean Section – Poster Presentation SICOG 2013
  • Metabolic Outcomes of Bariatric Surgery in a Multi-ethnic Cohort in Singapore – Oral Presentation at IFSO-Asia Pacific Chapter Meeting 2013

Research Trials

  • Investigating the Effects of Structured Exercise on Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
    - Ongoing research study with poster presentation at International DIP Symposium 2019 in Florence, Italy.
    - Presented at Asia Pacific DM in Pregnancy & IPRAMHO International Meeting 2020