Rajiv Gala, MD

Dr. Rajiv Gala received his medical degree from The University of Alabama School of Medicine in Birmingham in 2000. He went on to complete his internship and residency at The University of Alabama Birmingham in obstetrics and gynecology. He was honored with the title of Administrative Chief Resident and completed his training in 2004. After completing his training, Dr. Gala joined the faculty at The University of Texas Southwestern Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and served as the Lead Gynecologist at Parkland Memorial Hospital prior to joining the staff at Ochsner. He has been very involved with the American College of Obstetrician and Gynecologists (ACOG), the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) and is a Past President of the Society of Gynecologic Surgeons (SGS). Dr. Gala is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology with a Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) Focused Practice Designation. He has been on staff at Ochsner since 2008. Dr. Gala is dedicated to resident education and, specifically, the use of simulation to improve clinical competence and patient safety. Dr. Gala provides care to all low- to moderate-risk obstetric patients as well as the full spectrum of gynecologic care, with a special interest in endometriosis and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. Dr. Gala enjoys cooking, traveling and spending time with his family and friends in his free time.

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Medical Education

University of Alabama Medical Center (Birmingham)

University of Alabama School of Medicine
Field of Study: MD

Internship

University of Alabama School of Medicine

Residency

University of Alabama School of Medicine
Field of Study: Ob/Gyn

University of Alabama School of Medicine
Field of Study: OB/GYN

American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

June 2023

Lots of information I hadn't gotten before

May 2023

Dr Gala and his staff are awesome! I would recommend them to anyone.

April 2023

Dr. Gala is extremely compassionate and very skilled physician. He listens carefully, reassures and treats patients with dignity.

Amazing. He was very attentive and receptive to all my concerns n worries. Answered all the questions and came up with a plan that made me feel comfortable

Dr. Gala is THE BEST! I have recommended him to multiple friends. His calm, caring demeanor is second to none.

February 2023

Dr. Gala is always timely, caring, professional and patient! No one else I'd rather have deliver my children: He's always responsive and detail oriented.

January 2023

Always recommend, especially for endometriosis management treatment care. Even contacted me with results and next step following results. Amazing care.

Dr. Gala took his time and explained everything to me.

Dr. Gala was great, im glad I was able to see him for the pelvic pain I have been having.

December 2022

Love Dr. Gala! Always recommending to family & friends!

Dr. Gala is excellent. He is friendly, kind and patiently listened to my concerns. He answered my questions thoughtfully. He included my husband in care discussions. I feel my care is personalized. I don't feel rushed but also receive clear and direct information to help make informed decisions. I highly recommend this practice and Dr. Gala.

Dr. Gala is the best. Always so kind! My appointment had to be rescheduled and as soon as he walked in he apologized for the change - totally unnecessary because I understood, but it was so nice of him to acknowledge it

November 2022

Dr. Gala was compassionate & empathetic in helping me navigate a scary situation. He made me comfortable -

I am beyond pleased with the communication skills of Dr Gala, he is a good listener and addressed my concerns one by one. Excellent provider!

Dr. Gala is one of the best physicians I have ever been to. He's always so kind, patient, and attentive. Highly recommend!

It was my first time seeing Dr. Gala. He was real nice and informative. Will recommend him to friends.

October 2022

I really liked Dr. Gala! He was compassionate caring and great about explaining different options.

Excellent takes his time, listen and explains any concerns if any to his patients. Passionate about his patients.

Dr. Gala is the only reason I use Ochsner OB GYN.

The Doctor and all involved were all very caring and understanding to my problem. They all made me feel comfortable.

Provider was great

The doctor gave me an examination. He was very careful and he told me what he was getting ready to do.

September 2022

Great experience with doctor. Appointment was thorough but fast. Thanks!

January 2022

Dr. Gala is beyond amazing. I had to seek out a new OBGYN at the beginning of my pregnancy due to my GYN not handling babies/deliveries. Dr. Gala answered every single question I had during our first appointment and during every appointment there after. He takes his time with each appointment making sure when you leave you’re comfortable and all your questions have been answered. I would 100% recommend Dr. Gala if you are looking for a doctor that truly cares for your well-being and wants what’s best for you!! 10/10 would recommend!!

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It's good to hear about your positive experience with us. We work hard to make sure our patients receive the best quality of care. Thank you for choosing us!

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February 2022

Very professional and caring , explained procedure and follow up care .

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Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear that our team provided the quality service that we're known for. We wish you all the best!

I could not have had a better experience with the entire office staff. But Dr Gala and Shana were absolutely awesome ! I felt No pain whatsoever and they made me feel comfortable and well cared through it all! Thank you guys !! God answered all my prayers !!

Our Response:
Thank you for telling us about our wonderful team! They work tirelessly to ensure that every patient receives the best quality of care. They will love to hear about your kind words! We wish you all the best!

March 2022

Dr. Gala was very pleasant as a physician. He listened to my concerns and took to explained options for me. I felt listened to and empowered to make my own decision as a patient.

Our Response:
We appreciate your kind words. Compassion and empathy are the cornerstones of our patient-client relationships. Thank you for the kind review.

April 2022

Amazing Doctor, always listens to all of my concerns very comfortable with his plans for my health.

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Thank you for your great review. We strive to make every patient feel part of their treatment process. We'll make sure that our team hears about your feedback. Best wishes to you.

Very knowledgeable patient and concerned about my health. Took his time explaining to me

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Thank you for your kind words. Our staff's knowledge, compassion, and expertise are what make us a trusted healthcare provider. Have a great day!

May 2022

Dr.Rajiv Gala, I have to stay deserve ten stars plus he truly cares about his patients needs and concerns. I would highly recommend Dr. Gala, along with hus staff.

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Thank you for your great feedback! We're delighted to hear about our staff's quality care. We'll make sure that they hear your kind words and we wish you all the best!

June 2022

I’ve seen Dr. Gala for years! I’ve never felt more comfortable with a physician than I do with him. His team is great also. I highly recommend!

Our Response:
Thanks for taking the time to leave us a compliment! Glad to hear you had a great experience with us and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Have a great day!

Cordial, kind, and knowledgeable. Dr Gala put me at ease as we discussed my health. Staff was very friendly and clinic ran smoothly and efficiently.

Our Response:
Our team is always ready to provide excellent service, and compassionate care. They will appreciate your kind words. We wish you all the best!

Dr.Gala is a great OBGYN! He’s the very first doctor to diagnose and educate me of a very common issue I have. He’s always happy and smiling comforting and inviting.

Our Response:
Thank you for your feedback. We're always happy to hear that we've provided an exceptional experience for our patients. We wish you all the best!

July 2022

Dr. Gala is the best, hands down!

Our Response:
We're glad to hear it! We certainly aim to be the best! We really appreciate your review, thank you for choosing us as your healthcare provider!

Dr Gala has been my doctor for about 3.5 years, he has great bedside manner and really heard my health concerns and works diligently to find a solution, his care team of nurses are great as well! I refuse to find a provider closer to my home because he and staff provide top notch care! I’m am very thankful!

Dr. Gala and his staff are very professional and compassionate. I always feel comfortable during my appointments.

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