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Clinical Andrology & Embryology Course (Advanced) 2.0

Basic and advanced ART lab technique in one programme, from semen science to embryo biopsy, with the background science most training leaves out.

Online certificate4 modulesEdition 2.0Certificate included
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About this course

(01)Overview

Who it’s for

  • Gynaecologists
  • Embryologists
  • Andrologists
  • Endocrinologists
  • IVF lab technicians
  • QC & fertility unit managers
  • Pathologists
  • Medical & life-science graduates

This course gives detailed knowledge of basic and advanced ART laboratory techniques, along with the basic science and background that conventional training often leaves out.

It builds a common knowledge base for the whole range of professionals who treat infertile couples. Version 2.0 brings an updated curriculum, new faculty and deeper sessions, building on a first edition followed by trainees in 30+ countries.

  • Basic & advanced ARTFrom semen analysis to embryo biopsy in one programme.
  • Background scienceThe foundations that make advanced techniques click.
  • Lab management & QCGas purity, VOCs, consumables and total quality management.
  • Certificate on completionA Fertilis Academy certificate.

(02)Curriculum

4 modules, session by session

Every session builds on the one before, with time for questions.

  1. Module 1

    Andrology

    • Semen analysis: WHO criteria and interpretation
    • Sperm morphology (Kruger criteria)
    • Semen preparation overview
    • Density gradient centrifugation, step by step
    • Swim-up technique
    • Work-up of the male partner
    • Male-factor infertility: clinical overview
    • Andrology lab set-up: equipment and consumables
    • Sperm DNA fragmentation: clinical relevance
    • Sperm freezing and cryopreservation
  2. Module 2

    Embryology

    • ART lab set-up: infrastructure, equipment, clean room
    • Oocyte pick-up and handling
    • Oocyte morphology and cumulus assessment
    • Conventional IVF: procedure and outcomes
    • ICSI: technique and decision-making
    • Fertilisation check and interpretation
    • Cleavage embryo grading
    • Blastocyst culture and grading
    • Embryo transfer techniques
    • Vitrification and embryo cryopreservation
  3. Module 3

    Advanced topics

    • Day 3 vs Day 5: the developmental debate
    • Extended culture beyond Day 5
    • Innovative embryo selection
    • Advances in ultra-rapid vitrification
    • Embryo biopsy: overview and indications
    • IMSI
    • Assisted hatching: when and how
    • Time-lapse incubation: clinical evidence
  4. Module 4

    Lab management & QC

    • Indicators of an effective embryology lab
    • Maintaining an IVF facility
    • Purity of gases: analysis and improvement
    • VOCs in the IVF lab
    • Consumables and media selection
    • Clinician–embryologist interaction
    • Troubleshooting common lab challenges
    • Quality control and total quality management

(03)Faculty

Taught by practising specialists

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Dr. Sarabpreet SinghFounder & Academic Director, The Fertilis Academy, GurugramMBBS, MD (AIIMS) · ESHRE-certified Senior Clinical Embryologist
Portrait of Dr. B. Aanantha Lakshmi
Dr. B. Aanantha LakshmiConsultant & Senior Clinical Embryologist, Janani Trichy Fertility Centre, Tamil NaduESHRE & American College certified
Portrait of Dr. Fiona Dsouza
Dr. Fiona DsouzaHead of Scientific Operations, Anderson Diagnostic Services Pvt Ltd

(04)Fees & enrolment

Fees, inclusions and how to enrol

Fees

The fee for this course is shared on enquiry. Message the academy on WhatsApp for the current fee in INR, USD or NGN.

What’s included

  • Online classes
  • Certificate of completion
  • Access through the MyInstitute app (Android & iOS)

How to enrol

  1. Register in the course store: cards, UPI and net banking are accepted. Open store
  2. Paying another way? Send your payment screenshot on WhatsApp to +91 90037 63534 to confirm your seat.
  3. Get access. Join the live sessions, or study in the MyInstitute app (iPhone organisation code GIUKT).
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(05)Ask a question

Questions about this course?

Send your question and the admissions team will reply by email or WhatsApp, usually the same day.