Fellowship In Reproductive Medicine Full Time by Dr Kamini Rao Hospitals Bangalore

What Will You Learn?

• 1. Theoretical Curriculum
• Reproductive Anatomy & Physiology
• • Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal Axis
• • Ovarian Folliculogenesis
• • Spermatogenesis
• • Uterine and Endometrial Receptivity
• • Tubal Function
• Endocrinology in Infertility
• • Hormones in Reproduction (FSH, LH, Estrogen, Progesterone, AMH, Inhibin, etc.)
• • Thyroid Disorders & Infertility
• • PCOS & Hyperprolactinemia
• Genetics in Reproductive Medicine
• • Chromosomal Abnormalities (Karyotyping, Genetic Syndromes)
• • Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A, PGT-M, PGT-SR)
• • Male and Female Genetic Factors in Infertility
• Embryology & Gametogenesis
• • Oogenesis, Development & Maturation
• • Spermatogenesis, Physiology and Capacitation
• • Fertilization and Embryo Development
• • Laboratory Culture & Embryo Grading
• Evaluation of the Infertile Couple
• • History Taking & Clinical Examination
• • Basic & Advanced Investigations
• • Semen Analysis, DNA Fragmentation Index (DFI)
• • Hysterosalpingography (HSG) & Sono-hysterography
• • Laparoscopy & Hysteroscopy (Diagnostic and operative)
• Ovulation Induction & Controlled Ovarian Stimulation (COS)
• • Natural Cycle vs. Stimulated Cycle
• • Ovulation Induction Protocols
• • Folliculometry
• Intrauterine Insemination (IUI)
• • Indications & Patient Selection
• • Preparation of Sperm (Swim-up, Density Gradient)
• • Timing & Procedure
• In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) & Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
• • IVF Protocols (Antagonist, Agonist, Minimal Stimulation, Dual Stimulation, PPOS)
• • Prevention & Management of OHSS
• • Oocyte Retrieval Techniques
• • Embryo Transfer (Fresh vs. Frozen, Day 3 vs. Day 5)
• Luteal Phase Support & Pregnancy Monitoring
• • Progesterone Supplementation
• • Antenatal Care
• Andrology & Male Infertility
• • Causes and Management of Male Infertility
• • Surgical Sperm Retrieval Techniques (PESA, TESA, TESE, Micro TESE)
• Endoscopic Surgery in Reproductive Medicine
• • Hysteroscopy (Polypectomy, Myomectomy, Adhesiolysis)
• • Laparoscopy (Tubal Surgery, Ovarian Drilling, Fibroid Removal)
• Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL) & Implantation Failure
• • Immunological & Autoimmune Factors
• • Thrombophilia Workup
• • Uterine Abnormalities & Surgical Corrections
• 2. Laboratory Observership (Embryology & Andrology)
• Oocyte Handling & Maturation
• Sperm Processing & Freezing Techniques
• ICSI (on Micro-manipulators), IMSI
• Blastocyst Culture & Cryopreservation (Vitrification & Warming)
• Laser-assisted Hatching
• 3. Research & Academics
• Mandatory Research Project
• Paper Presentation at National/International Conferences
• Publications in Peer-reviewed Journals
• Journal Club & Case Presentations
• 4. Practical & Hands-on Training
• Hands-on Ovulation Induction & Stimulation Protocols
• Real-time Follicular Monitoring (TVS-guided)
• Hands-on IUI & Sperm Preparation Techniques
• Assisting Oocyte Retrieval & Embryo Transfer
• Witnessing & Assisting ICSI Procedures
• Assisting Hysteroscopic & Laparoscopic Surgeries
• 5. Assessment & Examinations
• Quarterly Assessments (Theory & Practical)
• Case Log-book Maintenance (Cases Assisted & Performed)
• Final Fellowship Examination (Theory + Practical Viva)
• 6. Additional Training & Workshops
• Cryopreservation & Fertility Preservation Techniques
• Ultrasound Doppler in Reproductive Medicine
• Artificial Intelligence & Digitalization in IVF
• Ethical & Legal Aspects in Assisted Reproduction (ART Bill, 2021)
• 7. Fellowship Completion & Certification
• Exit Exam & Evaluation by University/Institute
• Award of Fellowship Certificate by University/Institute
• After successful completion of training and the final examination, you will receive a university-recognized Certificate for Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine Program. This certificate will help you apply for senior roles in fertility centers or start your own assisted reproduction center.