Dr. Keerthana Ashwin
IVF Treatment
12+
Years of Experience
About Dr. Keerthana Ashwin
Dr. Keerthana Ashwin (MBBS – Government Stanley Medical College Chennai, MS – Obstetrics & Gynaecology Sri Ramachandra Medical College & Research Institute Chennai, Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine – KIEL School Germany, Fellowship & Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery – World Laparoscopy Hospital Gurgaon, Short Term Fellowship in ART) is Consultant in Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Fertility at Apollo Fertility Hospital, Karapakkam, Chennai, and Founder of Dhiya Fertility & Maternity Center (DFMC), Kandanchavadi, Chennai. She is a well-known name in the fertility landscape of Chennai with her 10+ years of experience, equally known for her clinical excellence in ART and minimally invasive surgeries and equally known for her deeply patient centric approach.
Professional Background
- Years of Practice: 10+ years
- Procedures Performed: IVF, ICSI, Robotic ICSI, IUI, Blastocyst culture, Donor egg IVF, Ovulation induction, Laparoscopic and hysteroscopic fertility enhancing surgery, Minimal access gynaecological procedures, Ultrasound in obstetrics and gynaecology, High risk obstetric care.
Innovations & Contributions
- Top Gun: Completed Fellowship & Diploma in Minimal Access Surgery from World Laparoscopy Hospital (SAGES-accredited) – Finished as Top Gun of her batch in competitive practical examinations; one of the few gynaecologists in Chennai to have completed both advanced ART and best laparoscopic surgical training.
- Institution Building: Established Dhiya Fertility & Maternity Center (DFMC) a specialized ART (Artificial Reproduction Technology) center in Chennai with a motto of honest, affordable and complete women health care; complete ART center with Robotic ICSI facility.
- Academic Contributions: Presented papers in various state, national and international obstetrics and gynaecology and reproductive medicine conferences; Won the Best Research Paper Award in FEMM International Conference 2018, Mumbai.
- Memberships: Lifetime Member, PCOD Society of India, Indian Medical Association.
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Awards
- • Best Research Paper Medal
- • IERP Award - Best New Practice of the Year
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Founder & Senior Consultant
Performed by Dr. Keerthana Ashwin
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