Norfolk General Hospital has recruited a permanent obstetrician-gynecologist.
Dr. Rupanjali Kundu (Rupa) will officially start on Aug. 14.
Until now, said a news release issued by the hospital, birthing services have been provided via midwives and family physicians with specialized training, as well as surgeons and anesthetists when needed for cesarean sections and epidurals.
In addition to providing obstetrical care, Kundu will offer specialized gynecological care to women in the community.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. Kundu to Norfolk General Hospital,” said Dr. Robin Martin-Godelie, chief of staff. “Her expertise and dedication to women’s healthcare will further strengthen our commitment to providing exceptional services to our community. Dr. Kundu’s arrival reflects our ongoing efforts to expand and enhance our amazing labor and delivery unit, ensuring women in the communities we serve have access to the best possible healthcare options.”
Kundu has more than 10 years of experience as an obstetrician-gynecologist. She earned her medical degree from the Calcutta National Medical College and Hospital in India and completed her residencies in obstetrics and gynecology in Ireland.
Kundu comes to Norfolk General from Toronto where she has been providing obstetrical and gynecological services at Mount Sinai Hospital and recently completed a fellowship in advance obstetrics.
“Norfolk General Hospital was the right fit for me, as it suits my practice the most,” said Kundu. “The staff are very supportive and the hospital is at a suitable distance from where my family lives. I look forward to setting up my practice in Simcoe and exploring the community. I’m eager to work with the dedicated staff, physicians and volunteers at NGH, and to strengthen the hospital’s many excellent programs and services.”
Since the obstetrical program was re-established at the hospital in November 2022, 100 babies have been born. The hospital’s labor and delivery unit bring about 340 babies into the world annually.
Kundu’s practice will be at Roulson’s Pharmacy at 65 Donly Dr. North. Patients seeking care for obstetric or gynecologic needs can be referred to Kundu by contacting their primary care provider or healthcare professional.