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Fatwa #329717 June 2001United States of America

Is it permissable for a woman to go to a male gynocologist/obstetrician?

Answer

If there is a need to consult a gynaecologist and a female is not available,
it is permissible to consult a male (Muslim or non-Muslim) gynaecologist.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai
FATWA DEPT.
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