Cloudnine Hospital, Chennai – India
About Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam
Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam is Clinical Director — Fertility at Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar, Chennai (since 2015) — with 25+ years of clinical experience in infertility and high-risk obstetrics — FRCOG (Fellow of the Royal College of OBG, London), MRCOG (UK), FNB Reproductive Medicine from CMC Vellore, and MNAMS — specialising in early embryonic development and implantation, IVF/ICSI, male infertility, and high-risk obstetrics — also a visiting consultant at SMF (since 2016).
- 25+ years of experience; FRCOG — Fellow, Royal College of OBG, London; MRCOG (UK); FNB Reproductive Medicine — CMC Vellore (2001–2003); MNAMS; 190+ Practo recommendations
- MBBS — University of Kerala (1996); DGO; MD — OBG, University of Kerala (1999); DNB OBG; MRCOG London; FNB Reproductive Medicine — CMC Vellore (2001–2003); FRCOG London; MNAMS
- Career: Consultant OBG — Ramakrishna Hospital Coimbatore (1999–2001); CMC Vellore Fellowship (2001–2003); CRAFT Kodungallur (2003–2005); Senior Consultant IRM, Madras Medical Mission (2005–2015); Clinical Director Fertility Cloudnine Chennai (2015–present); Visiting Consultant SMF (2016–present)
- Areas of interest: early embryonic development and implantation, high-risk obstetrics, IVF, ICSI, male infertility, surgical sperm retrieval; national and international publications; invited guest speaker worldwide
- Member: Tamil Nadu Medical Council, IMA, RCOG London, National Academy of Medical Sciences
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — University of Kerala, 1996
- DGO — Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- MD — Obstetrics & Gynaecology, University of Kerala, 1999
- DNB — Obstetrics & Gynaecology, National Board of Examinations, India
- MRCOG — Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, London, UK
- FRCOG — Fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, London, UK
- FNB — Reproductive Medicine, Post-Doctoral Fellowship, CMC Vellore (2001–2003)
- MNAMS — Member, National Academy of Medical Sciences, India
Certifications & Accreditations
- Member — Tamil Nadu Medical Council
- Member — Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Member — Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG), London
- Member — National Academy of Medical Sciences
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Female Infertility (IVF, ICSI, IUI)
- Male Infertility & Azoospermia
- Early Embryonic Development & Implantation Disorders
- High-Risk Obstetrics & Deliveries
- PCOS / PCOD
- Endometriosis
- Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
- Fallopian Tube Factor Infertility
Sub-specialties
- Early Embryonic Development, Implantation & IVF: FRCOG (Fellow, Royal College of OBG London), MRCOG, and FNB Reproductive Medicine from CMC Vellore (2001–2003) — with special research interest in early embryonic development and implantation. Clinical Director — Fertility at Cloudnine Hospital T Nagar Chennai (since 2015) — with 25+ years of comprehensive IVF, ICSI, and reproductive surgery experience across Madras Medical Mission, CRAFT, CMC Vellore, and Cloudnine.
- Male Infertility & Surgical Sperm Retrieval: Expert in surgical sperm retrieval techniques (PESA, TESA, Micro-TESE) for men with azoospermia — and in managing sperm DNA fragmentation — invited speaker worldwide on infertility management including surgical sperm retrieval. Makes Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam a comprehensive infertility specialist for both male and female factors in Chennai.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- IVF / ICSI (In Vitro Fertilisation)
- Surgical Sperm Retrieval (PESA, TESA, Micro-TESE)
- IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)
- Natural Cycle IVF
- Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)
- Egg / Embryo Freezing (Cryopreservation)
- Diagnostic & Operative Hysteroscopy
- Laparoscopic Gynaecological Surgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliations
- Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar, Chennai — Clinical Director, Fertility (2015–Present)
- SMF (Sri Muthukumaran Hospital / Sundaram Medical Foundation), Chennai — Visiting Consultant Reproductive Medicine (2016–Present)
Past Affiliations
- Institute of Reproductive Medicine (IRM), Madras Medical Mission, Chennai — Senior Consultant, OBG & Reproductive Medicine (2005–2015)
- CRAFT, Kodungallur, Kerala — Consultant Reproductive Medicine (2003–2005)
- CMC (Christian Medical College), Vellore — Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine (2001–2003)
- Ramakrishna Hospital, Coimbatore — Consultant OBG (1999–2001)
Academic & Research Roles
- National and international publications in OBG, reproductive medicine, and fertility journals
- Invited guest speaker at national and international scientific meetings, conferences, and CMEs on infertility management
- Teaching, training, and research in OBG and Reproductive Medicine
Key Achievements
- 25+ years of clinical reproductive medicine practice
- FRCOG — Fellow, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists, London
- MRCOG (UK); FNB Reproductive Medicine — CMC Vellore (2001–2003); MNAMS
- Clinical Director — Fertility, Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar, Chennai
- National and international publications; invited worldwide speaker
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG), London — Fellow (FRCOG) & Member (MRCOG)
- National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple national and international publications in OBG, reproductive medicine, and fertility journals — with special focus on early embryonic development and implantation, IVF outcomes, and male infertility management (full list available via Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar, Chennai).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Early embryonic development and implantation — improving IVF success rates
- Surgical sperm retrieval techniques and outcomes in azoospermia
- High-risk obstetrics management in the IVF population
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Fertility Consultation | ₹600 – ₹1,200 | $7 – $14 |
| IVF / ICSI (per cycle) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $1,200 – $2,400 |
| Surgical Sperm Retrieval (PESA/TESA) | ₹20,000 – ₹50,000 | $240 – $600 |
| PGD / PGS (per cycle) | ₹50,000 – ₹1,00,000 | $600 – $1,200 |
| Laparoscopy / Hysteroscopy (Fertility) | ₹40,000 – ₹90,000 | $480 – $1,080 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam use in Infertility treatment?
Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam employs IVF/ICSI with customised protocols, surgical sperm retrieval (PESA, TESA, Micro-TESE), natural cycle IVF, PGD/PGS, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, and embryo cryopreservation. His FRCOG (London), MRCOG (UK), and FNB Reproductive Medicine from CMC Vellore — combined with 25+ years of clinical experience and worldwide invited speakerships — make him the Clinical Director of Fertility at Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar, Chennai.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam specialize in treating?
Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam specialises in IVF, ICSI, male infertility, azoospermia, PCOS, endometriosis, recurrent pregnancy loss, and high-risk obstetrics. International patients seeking the best infertility specialist in Chennai consult him at Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam?
Appointments with Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Sathya Balasubramanyam offer second opinions for Infertility cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their infertility diagnosis with an FRCOG, MRCOG (UK), and FNB Reproductive Medicine (CMC Vellore) specialist at Cloudnine Hospital, T Nagar, Chennai.
