Seven Hills Hospital, Mumbai – India
About Dr. Sheetal Sawankar
Dr. Sheetal Sawankar is a Medical Director and Senior IVF Fertility Specialist with over 12 years of experience in IVF/ICSI, IUI, donor egg programs, surrogacy, minimal stimulation IVF, natural cycle IVF for poor responders, PCOS, endometriosis, and recurrent implantation failure management. She is widely recognised as one of the best Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist doctors in India with European and UK training.
- 12+ years of experience as a Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist in Mumbai, India
- Masters in Reproductive Medicine (London, UK) from Homerton University Hospital Foundation Trust
- Diploma in Reproductive Medicine & Embryology — International School of Medicine, Kiel, Germany
- Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine — Bud Munder, Germany
- MOGS Dr. N.A. Purandare Award for Minimal Stimulation IVF paper (MOGS Annual Conference 2014–2015)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Undergraduation from Mumbai
- DNB — Obstetrics & Gynaecology, K.J. Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre, Sion, Mumbai, India
- MNAMS — Member of National Academy of Medical Sciences
- FICOG — Fellow of Indian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Fellowships & Special Training
- Masters in Reproductive Medicine — Homerton University Hospital Foundation Trust, London, UK
- Diploma in Reproductive Medicine & Embryology — International School of Medicine, Kiel, Germany
- Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine — Bud Munder, Germany
- Fellowship in Advanced Infertility & ART — India
- Certificate Course in Clinical Embryology & IVF Laboratory Process — UK
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
- Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member
- Mumbai Obstetric and Gynaecological Society (MOGS) — Member
- Indian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ICOG) — Fellow (FICOG)
- National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Female Infertility
- Male Infertility (Severe Factor — ICSI Candidates)
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)
- Endometriosis-Related Infertility
- Poor Ovarian Reserve
- Recurrent Implantation Failure
- Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
- Tubal Factor Infertility
- Unexplained Infertility
- Reproductive Hormonal Disorders
Sub-specialties
- IVF/ICSI: Conventional and advanced IVF — a trusted Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist specialist Mumbai India.
- Minimal Stimulation IVF & Natural Cycle IVF: Specialised for poor responders — widely searched as the best Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist doctor India.
- Donor Egg Program & Surrogacy: Comprehensive ART donor services.
- Clinical Embryology: UK-certified in IVF Laboratory Processes.
- Recurrent Implantation Failure Management: Specialised tertiary care.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- IVF-ET (Fertilisation In Vitro – Embryo Transfer)
- ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)
- Minimal Stimulation IVF
- Natural Cycle IVF for Poor Responders
- Donor Egg Program
- Surrogacy Coordination
- IUI (Intra-Uterine Insemination)
- Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET)
- Hysteroscopy & Laparoscopy for Infertility
- Comprehensive Fertility Counselling
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Avisa IVF & Fertility Centre, Mulund, Mumbai — Medical Director / IVF Specialist, Present
Past Affiliations
- Morpheus Life Sciences Pvt Ltd — Associate Vice President; Clinical Head, Morpheus Mumbai; Medical Director, Morpheus Juhu Fertility Center, approx. 4 years
- SevenHills Hospital, Mumbai — Consultant Fertility Specialist, 2 years
- Rotunda – The Center for Human Reproduction, Mumbai — Fertility Specialist (first IVF role), 4 years
- K.J. Somaiya Medical College and Research Centre, Sion, Mumbai — DNB OBGY Training
- Homerton University Hospital Foundation Trust, London, UK — Masters in Reproductive Medicine Training
- International School of Medicine, Kiel, Germany — Diploma Training
Academic & Research Roles
- Author — Chapters in textbooks on reproductive medicine; several papers in journals
- Active Member — MOGS, FICOG academic programmes
- Speaker — Multiple conferences, CMEs, and workshops
Key Achievements
- 12+ years of clinical experience in infertility and IVF
- MOGS Dr. Shantabai Gulabchand Traveling Fellowship for overseas studies, 2015–2016
- MOGS Dr. N.A. Purandare Award for Minimal Stimulation IVF paper, 2014–2015
- MOGS R.D. Pandit Essay Writing Competition (Reproductive Health)
- International training across London, UK and Kiel & Bud Munder, Germany
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- MOGS Dr. N.A. Purandare Award — Paper Presentation on 'Comparison of IVF outcomes between Minimal stimulation and Conventional high dose stimulation for patients with poor Ovarian Reserve', MOGS Annual Conference 2014–2015
- MOGS Dr. Shantabai Gulabchand Traveling Fellowship for Overseas Studies, 2015–2016
- MOGS R.D. Pandit Essay Writing Competition Award on 'Reproductive Health Is Wealth'
Professional Memberships
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Maharashtra Medical Council
- Mumbai Obstetric and Gynaecological Society (MOGS)
- Indian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (FICOG)
- National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Paper: 'Comparison of IVF outcomes between Minimal stimulation and Conventional high dose stimulation for patients with poor Ovarian Reserve' (MOGS Annual Conference 2014–2015, N.A. Purandare Award).
- Published chapters on reproductive medicine and infertility in textbooks for medical students and practitioners. Specific titles and DOIs for journal publications are not consolidated on a single public profile.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimal stimulation IVF and natural cycle IVF outcomes in poor responders
- Recurrent implantation failure management
- Donor egg and surrogacy programmes
- Clinical embryology
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Fertility Consultation | ₹1,500 – ₹3,000 | $18 – $36 |
| IVF-ET (per cycle, conventional) | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $2,160 – $4,200 |
| ICSI (per cycle) | ₹2,20,000 – ₹4,20,000 | $2,640 – $5,040 |
| Natural Cycle IVF (per cycle) | ₹90,000 – ₹1,80,000 | $1,080 – $2,160 |
| Donor Egg Program | ₹2,80,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,360 – $6,600 |
| IUI (per cycle) | ₹15,000 – ₹35,000 | $180 – $420 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Sheetal Sawankar use in Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist treatment?
Dr. Sheetal Sawankar uses the most advanced reproductive medicine technologies including state-of-the-art IVF laboratory systems, conventional and minimal stimulation IVF protocols, natural cycle IVF for poor responders, ICSI laboratory infrastructure, donor egg and surrogacy programme coordination, and UK/Germany-certified embryology laboratory processes. Remote second opinions are available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Sheetal Sawankar specialize in treating?
Dr. Sheetal Sawankar specialises in female and male infertility, PCOS, endometriosis-related infertility, poor ovarian reserve, recurrent implantation failure, recurrent pregnancy loss, tubal factor infertility, unexplained infertility, and reproductive hormonal disorders. She is a trusted Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist specialist Mumbai India, and Dr. Sheetal Sawankar doctor reviews highlight her London/Germany training and MOGS awards as the best Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist doctor India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Sheetal Sawankar?
Appointments with Dr. Sheetal Sawankar 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. Sheetal Sawankar?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Sheetal Sawankar, 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. Sheetal Sawankar offer second opinions for Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking to review their IVF, ICSI, poor ovarian reserve, recurrent implantation failure, or donor egg programme diagnosis with an expert Gynaecologist and Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, IVF Specialist in Mumbai, India.
