Themed “Basic Infertility & Myths and Facts of IVF,” the event was a major step forward in advancing reproductive healthcare education in rural and semi-urban parts of Himachal Pradesh

The conference was organized in association with Mandav Hospital Mandi, Kullu Valley Hospital Kullu, Sai Hospital Hamirpur, and City Hospital Kangra, and witnessed an enthusiastic participation of over 70 doctors, including general practitioners, gynaecologists, and aspiring fertility specialists from the region

Jindal IVF, a leading institute in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) and In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) in North India, successfully held the 20th edition of its flagship ART Update CME on 1st June 2025 at Hotel Mandi Heights, NH 21, Chandigarh-Manali Highway, Arthi, Gutkar, Himachal Pradesh.Themed “Basic Infertility & Myths and Facts of IVF,” the event was a major step forward in advancing reproductive healthcare education in rural and semi-urban parts of Himachal Pradesh.

The conference was organized in association with Mandav Hospital Mandi, Kullu Valley Hospital Kullu, Sai Hospital Hamirpur, and City Hospital Kangra, and witnessed an enthusiastic participation of over 70 doctors, including general practitioners, gynaecologists, and aspiring fertility specialists from the region.

Now in its 20th year, the ART Update conference has cemented its place as a credible academic platform dedicated to bridging the urban-rural divide in infertility care. The Mandi edition focused on holistic infertility management, fertility preservation techniques, and the rising prevalence of infertility due to stress, pollution, and delayed parenthood. Through interactive lectures, myth-busting sessions, and case-based discussions, the event empowered healthcare providers to adopt evidence-based, empathetic approaches in their practice.

All senior members of the Jindal IVF faculty, including Dr. Umesh Jindal, Dr. Sheetal Jindal, and others, actively participated by delivering insightful talks and engaging with the local medical fraternity. The event featured keynote sessions by Dr Swati Verma, Dr Nidhi Sharma, Dr Anupam Gupta, Dr Neerja Chandel and Dr Prabhneet Kaur. Dr Geetika, Dr Manishi Mittal, Dr Sangeeta Khattar, Dr Udai Bhanu participated in the panel discussion.

Speaking about the conference, Dr. Sheetal Jindal, Senior Consultant and IVF-PGT Specialist at Jindal IVF, said, “The vibrant participation in the 20th ART Update in Mandi brings into sharp focus the essential need to decentralize advanced fertility education beyond metropolitan areas to underserved regions. Empowering rural healthcare providers with cutting-edge knowledge fosters not only clinical excellence but also compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to community needs. Such initiatives are pivotal in transforming infertility treatment landscapes and ensuring equitable reproductive health outcomes. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our partners, speakers, and attendees whose dedication and collaboration were instrumental in the success of this event.”

The event also served as a platform to clarify misconceptions surrounding IVF and reproductive health, helping local practitioners stay aligned with global standards in ART. Through this initiative, Jindal IVF reinforced its commitment to improving reproductive health outcomes through knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and continued medical education.

With a legacy of over 12,000 successful deliveries, 20,000+ IUI procedures, and 15,000+ IVF cycles, alongside groundbreaking advancements such as the PGT-HLA procedure offering hope for Thalassemia major patients and pioneering success in high-risk pregnancies, Jindal IVF remains at the forefront of reproductive healthcare, steadfast in its mission to transform lives across North India.