Draft:DR PRATIXA JOSHI
DR.Pratixa Joshi is an Indian clinical embryologist and owner of Maa Women's Hospital & IVF Center Pvt. Ltd. She has over 25 years of experience in the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology and is based in Gujarat.
Education
DR.Pratixa Joshi holds a Doctorate in Embryology and a Doctorate in Microbiology. She has also completed postgraduate studies in Clinical Research and Health & Hospital Management, along with a Fellowship in Cosmetology.
Career
DR.Pratixa Joshi serves as a Ph.D. guide for research scholars at Gujarat University and Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, mentoring advanced research in Clinical Embryology and Reproductive Sciences. She is a renowned national and international faculty speaker, having delivered over 200 invited lectures at prestigious scientific conferences, workshops, CMEs, and academic forums in the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). She formerly worked as a Scientific Officer in the IVF Department at the Institute of Kidney Diseases and Research Centre (IKDRC), where she contributed significantly to the advancement of IVF laboratory practices and embryology. Her expertise spans IVF, ICSI, embryo culture, cryopreservation, embryo biopsy, quality management, and advanced ART techniques.
DR.Pratixa Joshi has been instrumental in the birth of more than 9,000 ICSI babies, reflecting her dedication and precision in helping couples achieve parenthood through Assisted Reproductive Technology.
Areas of Expertise
- IVF & ICSI Laboratory Management
- Embryo Culture and Blastocyst Development
- Time-Lapse Embryo Assessment
- Embryo Vitrification & Warming
- Oocyte Handling and Fertilization Techniques
- Embryo Biopsy (PGT-A/PGT-M/PGT-SR Support)
- Sperm Selection Techniques (ICSI, IMSI, PICSI, MACS)
- Assisted Hatching
- Quality Control & Quality Assurance in ART Laboratories
- IVF Laboratory Validation & SOP Development
- ART Laboratory Accreditation & Compliance
- Clinical Embryology Research
- Training & Academic Mentorship