Find the right specialist
Each page explains what the specialist treats, which symptoms are a good reason to book, the warning signs that need emergency care instead, and what to bring to the visit. Then it lists the verified doctors of that specialty on Doctserve.
Specialties
In India you can book a specialist in private practice directly, without a referral.
General physician
GP, family doctor
Fever, infections, diabetes, blood pressure and everyday illness.
When to see oneGynecologist and obstetrician
gynaecologist, women’s health, pregnancy care
Periods, PCOS, pregnancy, contraception and menopause.
When to see onePediatrician
child specialist, paediatrician
Babies, children and teenagers: illness, vaccines and growth.
When to see oneDermatologist
skin specialist
Skin, hair and nails: acne, rashes, fungal infections, hair fall.
When to see oneCardiologist
heart specialist
Chest pain, blood pressure, palpitations and heart disease.
When to see oneOrthopedic doctor
bone and joint specialist, orthopaedic surgeon
Fractures, joint pain, arthritis, back and neck pain.
When to see oneENT specialist
ear, nose and throat doctor
Ear infections, hearing, sinusitis, tonsils and voice.
When to see oneDentist
dental surgeon
Toothache, cavities, gum problems, root canals and braces.
When to see onePsychiatrist
mental health doctor
Depression, anxiety, sleep problems and addiction.
When to see oneNeurologist
brain and nerve specialist
Migraine, seizures, stroke, tremor and nerve pain.
When to see oneGastroenterologist
stomach, gut and liver specialist
Acidity, ulcers, IBS, fatty liver and bowel problems.
When to see oneDiabetologist and endocrinologist
diabetes, thyroid and hormone specialist
Diabetes, thyroid problems and other hormone conditions.
When to see onePulmonologist
chest specialist, chest physician
Asthma, COPD, TB, long-term cough and breathlessness.
When to see oneUrologist
kidney stone and prostate specialist
Kidney stones, prostate, urinary infections and bladder problems.
When to see one
Not sure where to start?
These are common starting points. If you are unsure, a general physician can examine you and refer you to the right specialist.
- A new illness, a fever or a general check-upGeneral physician
- Your child is unwell, or is due for vaccinesPediatrician
- Periods, pregnancy or PCOSGynecologist and obstetrician
- Diabetes or thyroid problems that are hard to controlDiabetologist and endocrinologist
- Chest discomfort on exertion, or blood pressure that stays highCardiologist
- A cough for more than two weeks, or wheezingPulmonologist
How booking works on Doctserve
Booking is free for patients; you pay the consultation fee at the chamber.
- 1
Choose a doctor
Open a verified doctor’s profile to see their chambers, days, timings and fee.
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Book a slot
Sign in, pick a chamber, date and time, and get a serial number. The doctor confirms the booking.
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Follow the live queue
On the day, see who is being seen and roughly how long you will wait, and get an alert when the doctor arrives and when it is your turn.
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Keep the prescription
Your prescription and reports stay in your health record, and your doctor can send the prescription to a pharmacy.