The ART conclave highlights how science helps to minimize or combat infertility rates by tackling various reproductive health-related ailments with the latest advanced technologies
PUNE:: Oasis Fertility, a leading fertility care provider in India, in collaboration with the Pune Obstetrics and Gynaecology Society (POGS), has launched the Artificial Reproductive Techniques (ART) Conclave 2025 with the unique campaign – ‘In the Good Hands of Science’ at Sheraton Grand, Bund Garden Road, Pune, today.
The Conclave was inaugurated by Dr. Kiran Kurtkoti, Chief Guest of the event and President of the Association of Maharashtra Obstetrics and Gynaecological Society (AMOGS), along with Dr. Arati Nimkar, President of POGS, and Guests of Honour, Dr. Meenakshi Deshpande, Honourable 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 Mr. Pushkaraj Shenai, CEO of Oasis Fertility and Dr. Krishna Chaitanya M, Scientific Head, and Clinical Embryologist. The main aim of the event is to highlight how science helps minimize or combat infertility rates by tackling various reproductive health-related ailments with the latest advanced technologies.
Being an educational and technology-driven exclusive platform, the ART Conclave brought together eminent personalities, including fertility experts, specialists, top-notch embryologists, and distinguished gynecologists. Over 180 participants from various educational institutions and professions across the state attended the conclave.
The event featured hands-on training workshops covering a wide range of topics such as Ovum Pick-Up (OPU), Semen Wash Techniques, and Hysteroscopy. Following the workshops, expert talks were organized, where esteemed national faculty shared their insights on various infertility topics. These sessions provided participants and delegates with invaluable knowledge and key takeaways.
Following the inauguration, Dr. Durga G Rao, Co-Founder and Medical Director of Oasis Fertility, remarked, “ART Conclave 2025 showcases how science transforms challenges into possibilities. We are excited to offer a hands-on workshop to enhance practical skills, along with sessions on ‘ART Law’ and ‘Unexplained Infertility’ to address legal frameworks and advanced diagnostic strategies. These sessions aim to equip professionals with the tools to ensure better patient outcomes and uphold ethical practices in reproductive medicine.”
Dr. Krishna Chaitanya M, Scientific Head and Clinical Embryologist said, “The theme ‘In The Good Hands of Science’ highlights our commitment to addressing infertility through innovation. At ART Conclave 2025, we will focus on critical aspects of male fertility, including a session on the ‘Interpretation of Basic Semen Analysis and Its Optimal Management,’ and examine advancements in IVF protocols and techniques. This platform aims to enhance public awareness and empower individuals with evidence-based insights for informed fertility decisions.”
Dr. Nilesh Unmesh Balkawade, Regional Medical Head and Fertility Specialist, said, “With science and AI, we are addressing reproductive challenges with precision and hope. ART offers solutions where obstacles once seemed insurmountable, reaffirming the transformative impact of innovation in healthcare. Advanced technologies, scientific research, and evidence-based treatments have paved the way at our center for individualized patient care and striving hard to give biological children through IVF Medication.“
Speaking at the event, Pushkaraj Shenai, CEO of Oasis Fertility, said, “At ART Conclave 2025, our theme, ‘In The Good Hands of Science,’ reflects our mission to combine precision and care to turn dreams into reality. Trusted by thousands of leading gynecologists and obstetricians, we are proud to foster collaboration, innovation, and advancements in reproductive medicine. At Oasis Fertility, we remain committed to making these advanced treatments accessible and impactful. Our mission is to better serve the community and assist more couples in achieving their dreams of parenthood.”
The conclave also featured insightful sessions, including ‘Unexplained Infertility’ by Dr. Durga G Rao, ‘Anything About Male Infertility’ by Dr. Krishna Chaitanya M, ‘Anything About IVF’ by Dr. Nilesh Unmesh Balkawade, and Panel discussion on ‘When to Refer for IVF’ by Dr. Nilesh Unmesh Balkawade. A quiz session followed, offering attendees a chance to win attractive prizes while engaging with the presented topics.
Oasis fertility remains at the forefront of fertility care, providing clinical excellence and advanced technology treatments, including procedures such as Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidies (PGT-A). These advancements have played a crucial role in helping young couples facing challenges with conception, as well as those from families with a history of chromosomal abnormalities, to achieve the birth of healthy biological children. Oasis Fertility is the first to introduce “CAPA In Vitro Maturation (IVM),” a drug-free IVF option particularly beneficial for patients with PCOS or those with previous poor IVF outcomes.
