Pune: ART Conclave 2025 Highlights Advances in Combating Infertility Through Cutting-Edge Technologies
Pune, 19th January 2025: Oasis Fertility, a leading fertility care provider in India, in partnership with the Pune Obstetrics and Gynaecology Society (POGS), launched the Artificial Reproductive Techniques (ART) Conclave 2025 with its unique campaign, ‘In the Good Hands of Science,’ at the Sheraton Grand, Bund Garden Road, Pune, on Saturday.
The event was inaugurated by Dr. Kiran Kurtkoti, President of the Association of Maharashtra Obstetrics and Gynaecological Society (AMOGS), alongside Dr. Arati Nimkar, President of POGS. Distinguished guests included Dr. Meenakshi Deshpande, General Secretary of POGS; Dr. Manish Machave, President-Elect of POGS; Dr. Durga G. Rao, Co-Founder and Medical Director of Oasis Fertility; Dr. Nilesh Unmesh Balkawade, Regional Medical Head and Fertility Specialist; Pushkaraj Shenai, CEO of Oasis Fertility; and Dr. Krishna Chaitanya M, Scientific Head and Clinical Embryologist.
The conclave aimed to showcase how scientific advancements minimize or combat infertility by addressing reproductive health issues with innovative technologies. Over 180 participants, including fertility experts, embryologists, gynecologists, and professionals from across the state, attended the event.
Workshops and Expert Insights
The conclave featured hands-on workshops on topics such as Ovum Pick-Up (OPU), Semen Wash Techniques, and Hysteroscopy. Expert sessions followed, where renowned national faculty shared insights on critical infertility issues.
Dr. Durga G. Rao, Co-Founder and Medical Director of Oasis Fertility, stated: “ART Conclave 2025 demonstrates how science transforms challenges into possibilities. We aim to equip professionals with practical skills and advanced knowledge through workshops and sessions addressing ART laws and diagnostic strategies. Our mission is to ensure better patient outcomes and uphold ethical practices in reproductive medicine.”
Dr. Krishna Chaitanya M, Scientific Head and Clinical Embryologist, emphasized: “The theme ‘In the Good Hands of Science’ reflects our commitment to addressing infertility through innovation. At this conclave, we focus on crucial aspects of male fertility, advancements in IVF protocols, and evidence-based insights to empower individuals with informed fertility decisions.”
Dr. Nilesh Unmesh Balkawade, Regional Medical Head and Fertility Specialist, added: “Science and AI are revolutionizing reproductive healthcare. ART provides solutions where obstacles once seemed insurmountable, reaffirming the transformative role of technology in delivering individualized patient care and fulfilling the dream of parenthood.”
Speaking at the event, Pushkaraj Shenai, CEO of Oasis Fertility, remarked: “Our theme, ‘In the Good Hands of Science,’ underscores our mission to blend precision and care in reproductive medicine. Trusted by thousands of gynecologists and obstetricians, Oasis Fertility is dedicated to advancing treatment accessibility and assisting more couples in achieving their dreams of parenthood.”
Key Sessions and Innovations
The event included notable sessions, such as:
- ‘Unexplained Infertility’ by Dr. Durga G. Rao
- ‘Anything About Male Infertility’ by Dr. Krishna Chaitanya M
- ‘Anything About IVF’ by Dr. Nilesh Unmesh Balkawade
- A panel discussion on ‘When to Refer for IVF’
A quiz session engaged attendees, with prizes awarded to winners.
Oasis Fertility remains a pioneer in fertility care, offering advanced procedures like Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidies (PGT-A), which has enabled families with chromosomal abnormalities to conceive healthy biological children. It is also the first in India to introduce “CAPA In Vitro Maturation (IVM),” a drug-free IVF option ideal for patients with PCOS or poor IVF outcomes.
With its focus on clinical excellence and cutting-edge technology, Oasis Fertility continues to redefine reproductive healthcare and assist countless couples on their journey to parenthood.
