Dr. Nandita Palshetkar
Qualifications: M.D, F.R.C.O.G. (HON)., F.C.P.S, F.I.C.O.G
Experience: 30+ years
Biography
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is the name you can trust. She is a leading figure in infertility management and Assistive Reproductive Technologies.
With over three decades of experience, Dr. Palshetkar has helped more than 30,000 couples to become parents. Her IVF success rate is remarkable, averaging 45%-50% for women under 35. This success has earned her a stellar reputation as a top IVF doctor in Mumbai.
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is not just an IVF expert. She co-founded Babies & Us Fertility Centre, one of the best IVF centres in Mumbai. She is also the visionary Founder and Medical Director of the renowned Bloom IVF Group. This leading establishment has a remarkable legacy of over 28 years. It has garnered widespread recognition for its outstanding contributions to the field of Reproductive Medicine in India.
The Bloom IVF Group spans India with 8 centres in key locations such as Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, and Mohali. Its unwavering commitment to excellence has earned it many prestigious accolades, including the international Frost and Sullivan Award.
Dr. Palshetkar’s pioneering efforts have advanced the landscape of Reproductive Medicine in India. Her leadership continues to drive the success and innovation of the Bloom IVF Group.
Bridging Expertise with Cutting-Edge Technology
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is a reputed IVF doctor in Mumbai. She is well-known for her extensive medical expertise and groundbreaking achievements.
These include:
- Introducing laser-assisted hatchingin 1998, which led to India’s first laser-hatched twins.
- Helping a 60-year-old woman become pregnant in 2000.
- Assisting a pregnancy with sperm from a husband with hemiplegia.
- Delivering India’s first baby involving three mothers through IVF and surrogacy.
- Bringing spindle view technology to India to enhance test-tube baby procedures.
- Setting up India’s first egg and ovarian tissue bank.
- Introducing IMSI, a game-changer for male infertility cases.
Sharing Knowledge, Imparting Expertise
Beyond her clinical achievements, Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is passionate about sharing knowledge. Over the past 15 years, she has trained over 5,000 gynecologists in infertility management. Dr. Palshetkar participates in global training programs and workshops to stay at the forefront of IVF technology. She is also involved in cutting-edge research in obstetrics and gynecology.
Currently, Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is the Prof. in OBGY at the Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Navi Mumbai. She also serves as a teacher for the super-specialty degree (FNB) and Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine from the National Board in Delhi at Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai.
Specialization
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
- Infertility Management
- Assisted Reproduction Techniques: IUI, IVF, IMSI, ICSI
Qualifications
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar’s education showcases her deep dedication to IVF excellence. Her academic qualifications include:
- MD from Mumbai University (1993): Dr. Nandita Palshetkar achieved a Master of Medicine PG degree from the University of Mumbai.
- FCPS from the College of Physicians and Surgeons, Mumbai (1993): In the same year, she added the highly-regarded FCPS title to her credentials.
- ICOG from the MICOG, Mumbai: She was honoured with the ICOG by the Mumbai Institute of Continuing Medical Education.
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar pursued further medical education and international training to maintain her expertise. Her dedication to leading in her field is evident from the following endeavours:
- IVF & Micromanipulation Training at the University of Ghent, Ghent, Belgium (1989)
- Alpha School of Embryology, Naples, Italy (1999)
- IVF & ICSI Training at Melbourne IVF Centre, Australia (2001)
- Observer, Department of Genetics, UZ Ghent, Ghent, Belgium (1995)
- Participation in Embryology Workshop at the Annual ESHREE Conference, Vienna, Austria (2002)
- Ovarian tissue freezing in Copenhagen with the renowned Dr. Claus Anderson (Dec’06)
- Vitrification workshop in Prague
- Training in Ultrasonography & Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring at Wadia Hospital, Mumbai
- Training in Cytology at Cama Hospital, Bombay
- Workshops on Gynecological Oncology and Endoscopy
- World Congress on Endoscopy (1993)
- Workshop on Breastfeeding at L.T. Medical College, Bombay (1993): Her commitment to maternal and child health led her to participate in a workshop on breastfeeding at L.T. Medical College.
- Public Forum 2003: Dr. Palshetkar participated in the Mumbai Marathi Sahitya Sangh to share knowledge and expertise. Dr. Palshetkar’s educational journey highlights her dedication to leading IVF and reproductive medicine. She ensures her patients receive cutting-edge and compassionate care.
Awards and Recognitions
Many prestigious awards have marked Dr. Nandita Palshetkar’s illustrious career. These honours recognize her outstanding contributions to the field:
- MOGS Outstanding President’s Award at the 51st Annual Conference of MOGS – GOLDs in February 2023.
- Society Achievers Awards 2022 (Pride of Honour)
- Lifetime Achievement Award from the Tamil Nadu & Pondicherry Chapter of ISAR.
- Health Awards 2022 presented in recognition of her outstanding contribution to Fertility Treatment.
- Horizon Samrat Award for Outstanding Contribution in Assisted Reproductive Technology, May 2022, at Jammu.
- Dr. Subhash Mukhopadhyay Lifetime Achievement Award from the Delhi ISAR Chapter in Oct. 2021. This honoured her pioneering work in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART).
- Fellowship honoris causa from RCOG in Sept. 2021 in London. This marked her remarkable achievements in developing women’s healthcare.
- CME Dronacharya Award in 2021. This acknowledged her exemplary contributions to Gynecology and IVF.
- CSR Award for her significant contributions to the Women & Child Health initiative in 2020 and 2019.
- FOGSI DC Dutta Prize for Best FOGSI Publication in 2021, specifically for “FOGSI FOCUS on Recent Advances in Infertility.”
- ICOG Vidya Bhushan Award in 2021, recognizing her outstanding work in the ICOG.
- Dr. BN Purandare Outstanding Social Services Award by MOGS in 2021.
- Golden Aims Award for Excellence & Leadership in Healthcare in 2020.
- Best IVF Chain in India at MTI Indian Medical Tourism Summit 2020.
- ISAR Late Dr. Prabha Malhotra Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020 for her invaluable services to infertile couples.
- ISAR Champion Award in 2020 at the Annual ISAR Conference.
- FOGSI Manyata Leadership Award in 2020. This honoured her innovative leadership in the FOGSI Manyata Program, which improved childbirth care in India.
- FOGSI Champions of Motherhood Award in 2020. This marked Dr. Palshetkar’s excellent contribution to FOGSI We for Stree social and academic activities.
- FOGSI Shiromani Award in 2020.
- Mumbai Obstetric and Gynecological Society Appreciation Award in 2020.
- Distinguished Chair Award at IOG Dr. Stya Paul Awards 2019-20.
- IMA Empowered Women Award in Chennai at the National Medico Legal Conclave in August 2018.
- Economics Times Award for Inspiring Gynecologists of India at the Doctors Day Conclave in June 2018.
- Star Group Super Achievers Award for the Best Fertility & IVF Group of the Year 2017.
- The Golden Globe Tigers Award 2017 for outstanding contribution to fertility healthcare and IVF.
- Received a Leveraging Technology for Total Disease Management Award from DigiPharmaX Awards in 2018.
- Bharat Excellence Award & Gold Medal and other certificates of excellence and felicitation for her outstanding contributions in 2009.
- Recognized as Maharashtrian Woman Achiever at the Mumbai Festival at Gateway of India in 2006.
Achievements
Many pioneering IVF and reproductive medicine advancements have marked Dr. Nandita Palshetkar’s remarkable career.
Pioneering New Techniques:
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar has achieved many “firsts” in India. This highlights her innovation and passion for reproductive medicine:
- Assisted Laser Hatching (1998):
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar was the first in India to introduce the assisted laser hatching technique. It is a procedure that enhances the chances of successful IVF.
- Spindle View Technology:
She pioneered this technology. It safeguards the integrity of genes during IVF procedures.
Dr. Palshetkar introduced ovarian tissue freezing to India. It offers new possibilities for preserving fertility.
This technique allows individuals to safeguard their fertility for future family planning.
- Embryo Freezing with Vitrification:
This advanced method enhances IVF success rates by freezing embryos using vitrification.
- Time-Lapse Incubators (Embryoscope, 2012):
Dr Nandita Palshetkar was the first in Asia to adopt the time-lapse incubator, the embryoscope. It offers precise control over embryo development.
- IMSI for Male Infertility:
Dr. Palshetkar introduced IMSI in India. This revolutionary technology helps improve outcomes in male infertility cases.
- First Baby with Three Mothers:
She delivered the first baby in India using the test tube and surrogacy techniques.
- IVF-Metabolomics Machine (First in Asia, Fifth in the World, 2010):
Her forward-looking approach led to installing the IVF-Metabolomics Machine in Lilavati Hospital IVF Centre.
- Primovision – Digital Microscope (First in India):
Introducing this digital microscope underscores her commitment to enhancing pregnancy rates.
- Pregnancy Achieved from Eggs Stored in 2007:
In 2016, Dr. Palshetkar achieved a significant milestone by enabling pregnancy from eggs cryopreserved for nearly a decade. This emphasizes her dedication to preserving fertility.
- Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis and Next-Gen Sequencing:
Her clinics have adopted these cutting-edge technologies. This sets new standards in reproductive medicine.
Achievements
Many pioneering IVF and reproductive medicine advancements have marked Dr. Nandita Palshetkar’s remarkable career.
Pioneering New Techniques:
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar has achieved many “firsts” in India. This highlights her innovation and passion for reproductive medicine:
- Assisted Laser Hatching (1998):
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar was the first in India to introduce the assisted laser hatching technique. It is a procedure that enhances the chances of successful IVF.
- Spindle View Technology:
She pioneered this technology. It safeguards the integrity of genes during IVF procedures.
Dr. Palshetkar introduced ovarian tissue freezing to India. It offers new possibilities for preserving fertility.
This technique allows individuals to safeguard their fertility for future family planning.
- Embryo Freezing with Vitrification:
This advanced method enhances IVF success rates by freezing embryos using vitrification.
- Time-Lapse Incubators (Embryoscope, 2012):
Dr Nandita Palshetkar was the first in Asia to adopt the time-lapse incubator, the embryoscope. It offers precise control over embryo development.
- IMSI for Male Infertility:
Dr. Palshetkar introduced IMSI in India. This revolutionary technology helps improve outcomes in male infertility cases.
- First Baby with Three Mothers:
She delivered the first baby in India using the test tube and surrogacy techniques.
- IVF-Metabolomics Machine (First in Asia, Fifth in the World, 2010):
Her forward-looking approach led to installing the IVF-Metabolomics Machine in Lilavati Hospital IVF Centre.
- Primovision – Digital Microscope (First in India):
Introducing this digital microscope underscores her commitment to enhancing pregnancy rates.
- Pregnancy Achieved from Eggs Stored in 2007:
In 2016, Dr. Palshetkar achieved a significant milestone by enabling pregnancy from eggs cryopreserved for nearly a decade. This emphasizes her dedication to preserving fertility.
- Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis and Next-Gen Sequencing:
Her clinics have adopted these cutting-edge technologies. This sets new standards in reproductive medicine.
Publications
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar extensively contributes to textbooks, publications, and case reports. Her commitment to advancing reproductive medicine shines through these contributions. She also actively shares her knowledge with the medical community. Below are her notable contributions:
Chapters in Textbooks and Manuals:
- “Egg & Embryo Donation” in “Progress in Reproductive Endocrinology (Vol.1)”
- “Mifepristone and Misoprostol in Early Termination of Pregnancy” in “Progress in Reproductive Endocrinology” (Editor: Nimish Shelat)
- Various chapters in “Beyond the Boundaries of Endoscopic Surgery, Infertility-IVF, Practical Sonography, Colour Doppler, Vaginal Hysterectomy, Urogynaecology” (Editor: Dr. Prakash Trivedi)
- “Injection- For Severe Male Factor Infertility”
- “Oocyte Donation, Embryo Donation & Surrogacy” in “Urogynaecology”
- “Transvaginal Foetal Reduction – An Effective Technique for Handling Multifoetal Pregnancy” in “Optimizing IVF Results”
- “Foetal Reduction – An Effective Technique for Handling Multifoetal Pregnancy”
- “Oocyte & Embryo Donation Programmes” in “Practical Approach to Infertility Management”
- “Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection – A New Treatment for Severe Male Factor Infertility” in “Advanced Infertility Management”
- “Detection of Ovulation” in “OBs & Gynae Today”
- “Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis: New Breakthrough in Genetics”
- “Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone – Agonist and Antagonist” in “Reproductive Endocrinology: A Clinical Approach”
- “Transcervical Endometrial Resection: Current Status” in “Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding: An Update”
- “Hysteroscopy in Infertility” in “Principles & Practice of Obstetrics & Gynaecology for Postgraduates”
- “Satellite and Transport IVF” in “News & Views”
- “Uterine Artery Embolisation for Symptomatic Uterine Myomas” in “News & Views”
- “Recombinant FSH in Ovulation Induction” in “The Infertility Manual”
- “Factors Influencing Pregnancy Rates” in various manuals and publications
- “Prostaglandins Vs Oxytocin in Induction of Labour” for “FOGSI FOCUS”
- Contributions to multiple handbooks and manuals on various topics, including “Feto-Maternal Medicine,” “Hysteroscopy,” and “Artificial Reproductive Technologies.”
Chapters in Textbooks and Manuals:
- “Male Infertility” for FOGSI-CNN Infertility Workshop Manual 2017
- “Endometriosis and Infertility” for “Clinical Aspects in Infertility”
- “Semen Quality and Prediction of Success in IUI” for FOGSI Newsletter 2017
- “Clinical Case Report on Obstetric Complications in PCOS” in “Indian Obstetrics and Gynaecology”
- “Obstetric Complications in PCOS” for AICOG 2017 Booklet
- “Refractory Thin Endometrium”
- “Screening for Aneuploidies & Preeclampsia during Antenatal Period”
- Case reports on topics such as ectopic pregnancies and ART in HIV.
- Contributions to various souvenirs, newsletters, magazines, and conference materials on infertility, PCOS, ART, and more topics.
Research Publications:
- “Current Scenario and Future Perspectives in Oocyte Cryopreservation: A Narrative Review” was published in the Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences, Volume 14, Issue 4, in 2021.
- “Non-invasive PGT-A for Successful Outcomes in a Patient with Recurrent Implantation Failures”. It was published in the journal Polymorphism, Volume 7 in 2021.
- “First Live Birth after Sperm Freezing with a Novel Sperm Vitrification Device (Sperm VD) for Non-Obstructive Azoospermia (NOA) during the Covid Pandemic”. It was published in the scientific journal Indian Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Volume 11, Number 1, in 2021.
- “Novel Management of Azoospermia in the Current Era” was published in the Bangladesh Journal of Fertility and Sterility, Volume 1, Number 1, in January 2021.
- “Comparative Analysis of Surgically Retrieved Sperm in Obstructive and Non-obstructive Azoospermia Cases Treated for Infertility”. It was published in the Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences, Volume 13, Issue 3, in October 2020.
- “Comparing Fresh and Cryopreserved Oocytes in an Oocyte Donation Program” was published in Fertility & Reproduction. It the Official Journal of the Asia Pacific Initiative on Reproduction (ASPIRE), Volume 2, Number 1, from 2020.
- “Return to Assisted Reproductive Technology Practice in the Post-Coronavirus Disease Era”. It was published in the Journal of Reproductive Healthcare and Medicine, Volume 2, Supplement 1, in 2021.
- “A Prospective Trial Comparing Sequential Day 3/Day 5 Transfer with Cleavage Stage Transfer and Blastocyst Stage Transfer” by Rutvij Dalal, Akanksha Mishra, Hrishikesh D. Pai, and Nandita Palshetkar. It was published in ivfliteTM, the Journal of Minimal Stimulation IVF, in 2014.
- “Comparison of Transabdominal (TA) versus Transvaginal (TV) Guided Embryo Transfer in Oocyte Recipient Cycles” by R. Dalal, H. Pai, and N. Palshetkar. It was published in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology in 2014.
- “Hysteroscopic Metroplasty in Women with Primary Infertility and Septate Uterus: Reproductive Performance After Surgery” by R. Dalal, H. Pai, and N. Palshetkar. It was published in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology in April 2014.
- “Abdominal Fat Distribution, Insulin Resistance, and Cardiovascular Risk Profiles in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome” by R. Dalal, H. Pai, and N. Palshetkar. It was published in BJOG: An International Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology in April 2014.
- “Effectiveness of HP-hMG vs. r-FSH in Patients Undergoing IVF/ICSI Cycles with Moderate Male Factor Infertility” by Rutvij Jay Dalal, Hrishikesh Pai, and Nandita Palshetkar. It was published in the International Journal of Infertility and Fetal Medicine in May 2012.
- “Reproductive Performance After Hysteroscopic Metroplasty in Women with Primary Infertility and Septate Uterus” by Rutvij J. Dalal, Hrishikesh D. Pai, Nandita P. Palshetkar, Nidhi Saxena. It was published in The Journal of Reproductive Medicine in February 2012.
- “Intracytoplasmic Morphologically Selected Sperm Injection vs. Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection: A Retrospective Analysis” by Rutvij Jay Dalal, Hrishikesh D. Pai, Nandita P. Palshetkar, Akanksha P. Mishra. It was published in the International Journal of Infertility and Fetal Medicine in September 2011.
- “Perinatal Outcome After Multifetal Reduction: A Study of 12 Cases” by Nandita Palshetkar, Hrishikesh Pai, Suchita Pisat, and Sanket Pisat. It was published in the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology of India in June 2011.
- “Metformin Throughout Pregnancy in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: Safety and Advantages” by Nandita Palshetkar, Hrishikesh D. Pai, Manisha Takhtani, Rutvij Dalal. It was published in the International Journal of Infertility and Fetal Medicine in May 2011.
- “Role of Hysteroscopy Prior to Assisted Reproductive Techniques” by Rutvij Jay Dalal, Hrishikesh D. Pai, and Nandita P. Palshetkar. It was published in the International Journal of Infertility and Fetal Medicine in January 2011.
- “Role of Hysteroscopy in Infertility” by H. Pai, R. Pai, and N. Palshetkar. It was published in the International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics in October 2009.
- “Role of Hysteroscopy Prior to Assisted Reproductive Techniques” by Nandita Palshetkar, Hrishikesh Pai, and Suchita Pisat. It was published in the Journal of Gynecological Endoscopy and Surgery in March 2009.
- “Vitrification of Day 3 Embryos Improves Post-Thaw Pregnancy Rates” by Hrishikesh D. Pai, Nandita Pashetkar, and Rishma Pai. It was published in the Journal of Reproductive Medicine and Surgery and presented at the 15th World Congress on In Vitro Fertilization in Geneva in 2009.
- “Prognostic Factors Affecting Success of Oocyte Donation” by Hrishikesh Pai, Manisha Takhtani, Nandita Palshetkar, Rishma Pai, Shivanand Sakhare, Jaya Gogate. It was published in the Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences in December 2009.
- “Cryopreservation: Which Method When” by Hrishikesh Pai, Manisha Takhtani, Nandita Palshetkar, Rishma Pai, Shivanand Sakhare, and Jaya Gogate. It was published in the Journal of Human Reproductive Sciences in December 2009.
- “Reproductive Performance After Hysteroscopic Metroplasty in Women with Primary Infertility and Septate Uterus” by Hrishikesh D. Pai, Manisha T. Kundnani, Nandita P. Palshetkar, Nidhi Saxena. It was published in the Journal of Gynecological Endoscopy and Surgery in March 2009.
- “Thermal Balloon Ablation” by Hrishikesh D. Pai, Manisha T. Kundnani, and Nandita P. Palshetkar. It was published in the Journal of Gynecological Endoscopy and Surgery in March 2009.
- “Oocyte Donation Outcome: The Mumbai Experience” by Hrishikesh D. Pai, Nandita P. Palshetkar, Manisha T. Kundnani, Rishma Pai. It was presented at the World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery in February 2008.
- “Laparoscopic Myomectomy During Pregnancy” by Hrishikesh D. Pai, Nandita P. Palshetkar, Manisha T. Kundnani, Rishma Pai, Pratik Shah, Suchita Pisat. It was presented at the World Congress of Endoscopic Surgery in February 2008.
- “Laparoscopic Ovarian Drilling” by Nandita Palshetkar, Manisha T. Kundnani, Hrishikesh D. Pai, and Rishma Pai. It was published in the Journal of Gynecological Endoscopy and Surgery in March 2007.
- “The Mumbai Experience” by Hrishikesh D. Pai, Nandita P. Palshetkar, Manisha T. Kundnani, Rishma Pai, Shivanand Sakhare. It was presented at the Annual National Conference of the Indian Society for Assisted Reproduction in January 2007.
- “Management of Obstructive and Non-obstructive Azoospermia in Infertile Males” by Nandita P. Palshetkar and Hrishikesh D. Pai. It was published in the Journal of Gynecological Endoscopy and Surgery in 2004.
Community Service
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is associated with various leadership and community service initiatives:
- Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan:
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, launched this initiative. It aims to provide comprehensive and quality antenatal care to pregnant women on the 9th of every month. Private-sector obstetricians volunteer for this program. MOGS and its members actively participate in this social cause.
- Violence against Doctors:
MOGS, in collaboration with other organizations, participated in rallies and events to oppose violence against doctors. This emphasized the importance of a safe working environment for medical professionals.
- Making a Difference FOGSI MOGS Youth Summit:
Dr. Suchitra Pandit and her team organized a youth summit on reproductive awareness, self-defence, gender sensitization, and health exhibits. This initiative reached out to 950 students, promoting awareness and positive change.
- Health Check-up Camp for Police Personnel and Their Families:
Medical professionals actively collaborated with various institutions to conduct a health awareness program. They reached out to police personnel and their families, offering screenings for cervical cancer, diabetes, blood pressure, dental health, bone density, and physiotherapy.
- Rural Health Camps:
MOGS organized rural health camps to provide healthcare services in underserved areas. It helped address the health needs of local communities.
- Blood Donation Camp in Rural Area:
MOGS organized a blood donation camp in Palghar. This assisted in promoting community health and social responsibility.
- Organ Donation Drive – “Be an Organ Donor – Save Lives”:
MOGS, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, launched this initiative. The aim is to motivate individuals to engage in organ donation, potentially saving lives.
- Armman Project for HIV/AIDS:
MOGS and the Armman project collaborated to provide antenatal care for pregnant women with HIV. The main objective was to emphasize the importance of healthcare in vulnerable populations.
- She’s Ambassador – MOGS in Association with PVR and IDA:
This initiative aims to empower adolescent girls through health education and leadership development. It focuses on creating “Health Ambassadors” within their communities.
- Health Camp with Honourable Minister Shri Girish Mahajan:
MOGS participated in a health camp organized by Hon. Minister Shri Girish Mahajan. It provided medical investigations and general check-ups to thousands of people, including children.
- Adolescent Health Camp:
A camp focusing on menstrual hygiene, health, and nutrition for adolescent women, reaching over 1500 girls.
- We for Stree – Safer, Stronger, Smarter:
An initiative to make Indian women safer, smarter, and stronger through education and empowerment.
- Anaemia Detection Camps:
MOGS conducted camps to detect and treat anemia in women, reaching thousands across various towns.
- FOGSI Champions of Motherhood:
An initiative offering free childbirth services to women below the poverty line, benefiting over 100 women.
- Wellness of Women:
An initiative aimed at screening and diagnosing genital cancers, educating women about lifestyle changes, and preventing non-communicable diseases. It reached thousands of women through various events.
- FOGSI Yuva Olympia:
A program focusing on youth, health, fitness, reproductive rights, and empowerment. Over 12,000 young people participated in this program.
- Partnerships with Various Organizations:
MOGS collaborated with the Family Planning Association of India, Niine Foundation, and others to raise awareness for various issues. This includes menstrual hygiene, gender-based violence, and different health-related problems.
- Social Commitment:
MOGS is actively involved in social and community services. These include cancer awareness, infertility procedures, and educational activities. They also conduct free medical camps, health awareness workshops, and other initiatives.
- Online and Offline Health Resources:
MOGS has established free telephone helplines, email consultations, and online resources. It helps provide healthcare information and support to the community.
- Contribution to Health Education through Articles and Talk Shows:
MOGS contributes to health education through articles in various magazines and newspapers. It also participates in talk shows to reach a broad audience.
Community Service
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is associated with various leadership and community service initiatives:
- Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan:
The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, launched this initiative. It aims to provide comprehensive and quality antenatal care to pregnant women on the 9th of every month. Private-sector obstetricians volunteer for this program. MOGS and its members actively participate in this social cause.
- Violence against Doctors:
MOGS, in collaboration with other organizations, participated in rallies and events to oppose violence against doctors. This emphasized the importance of a safe working environment for medical professionals.
- Making a Difference FOGSI MOGS Youth Summit:
Dr. Suchitra Pandit and her team organized a youth summit on reproductive awareness, self-defence, gender sensitization, and health exhibits. This initiative reached out to 950 students, promoting awareness and positive change.
- Health Check-up Camp for Police Personnel and Their Families:
Medical professionals actively collaborated with various institutions to conduct a health awareness program. They reached out to police personnel and their families, offering screenings for cervical cancer, diabetes, blood pressure, dental health, bone density, and physiotherapy.
- Rural Health Camps:
MOGS organized rural health camps to provide healthcare services in underserved areas. It helped address the health needs of local communities.
- Blood Donation Camp in Rural Area:
MOGS organized a blood donation camp in Palghar. This assisted in promoting community health and social responsibility.
- Organ Donation Drive – “Be an Organ Donor – Save Lives”:
MOGS, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, launched this initiative. The aim is to motivate individuals to engage in organ donation, potentially saving lives.
- Armman Project for HIV/AIDS:
MOGS and the Armman project collaborated to provide antenatal care for pregnant women with HIV. The main objective was to emphasize the importance of healthcare in vulnerable populations.
- She’s Ambassador – MOGS in Association with PVR and IDA:
This initiative aims to empower adolescent girls through health education and leadership development. It focuses on creating “Health Ambassadors” within their communities.
- Health Camp with Honourable Minister Shri Girish Mahajan:
MOGS participated in a health camp organized by Hon. Minister Shri Girish Mahajan. It provided medical investigations and general check-ups to thousands of people, including children.
- Adolescent Health Camp:
A camp focusing on menstrual hygiene, health, and nutrition for adolescent women, reaching over 1500 girls.
- We for Stree – Safer, Stronger, Smarter:
An initiative to make Indian women safer, smarter, and stronger through education and empowerment.
- Anaemia Detection Camps:
MOGS conducted camps to detect and treat anemia in women, reaching thousands across various towns.
- FOGSI Champions of Motherhood:
An initiative offering free childbirth services to women below the poverty line, benefiting over 100 women.
- Wellness of Women:
An initiative aimed at screening and diagnosing genital cancers, educating women about lifestyle changes, and preventing non-communicable diseases. It reached thousands of women through various events.
- FOGSI Yuva Olympia:
A program focusing on youth, health, fitness, reproductive rights, and empowerment. Over 12,000 young people participated in this program.
- Partnerships with Various Organizations:
MOGS collaborated with the Family Planning Association of India, Niine Foundation, and others to raise awareness for various issues. This includes menstrual hygiene, gender-based violence, and different health-related problems.
- Social Commitment:
MOGS is actively involved in social and community services. These include cancer awareness, infertility procedures, and educational activities. They also conduct free medical camps, health awareness workshops, and other initiatives.
- Online and Offline Health Resources:
MOGS has established free telephone helplines, email consultations, and online resources. It helps provide healthcare information and support to the community.
- Contribution to Health Education through Articles and Talk Shows:
MOGS contributes to health education through articles in various magazines and newspapers. It also participates in talk shows to reach a broad audience.
Memberships
Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is a proud member of many prestigious associations.
Professional Memberships and Leadership Roles:
Leadership Roles:
National Level:
- President ISAR 2022
- President FOGSI 2019
- President IAGE (2017-18)
- Chairperson of the Steering Committee for the Manyata Project in 2019
State Level:
- President of AMOGS from 2020-22
City Level:
- President of MOGS for the term 2016-17
International Level:
- FOGSI Representative to FIGO
- Member of the FIGO Committee on Health Systems Strengthening and Respectful Care
- FIGO Project Head for PPH – AMPLI
Government Committee Memberships:
- State Supervisory Board of PCPNDT Committee
- Member of the ROTTO SOTTO (Uterus Transplant Committee)
- Member of the ART and Surrogacy Bill 2010 Committee
- Member of the Government of India Committee on Midwifery Care in Childbirth 2019
Professional Associations:
- Vice President of FOGSI in 2011
- President of MOGS
- Vice President of IAGE
- Past Secretary of ISAR (2014-2016)
- Member of the National Guidelines for Accreditation, Supervision & Regulation of ART Clinics in India
Membership in Professional Associations:
- MOGS (Mumbai Obstetrics & Gynaecological Society)
- IAGE (Indian Association of Gynaecological Endoscopists)
- ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction)
- ASRM (American Society for Reproductive Medicine)
- IAHR (Indian Association of Human Reproduction)
- ICMR (Indian Council for Medical Research)
- National Advisory Committee on Assisted Reproductive Technology
- ISAR (Indian Society of Assisted Reproduction) with roles on the Executive Committee. Dr. Nandita Palshetkar is the Chairperson of the Accreditation Committee and Endometriosis Committee.
- AFG (Association of Fellow Gynaecology)