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Global conference on Reproductive Medicine and Embryology

GARV 2026 The Art of ART is a 2-day conference and hands-on workshop covering reproductive medicine, embryology, medicolegal aspects, and research organised by GarbhaGudi IVF Centre and GarbhaGnan Foundation at Sheraton Grand, Brigade Gateway, Bengaluru.

Day 1 will feature scientific sessions on ovarian stimulation protocols, along with hands-on workshops on OPU, ET and Hysteroscopy. Scientific sessions will be conducted on both days of the conference; however, the hands-on workshop is limited to only 50 attendees per day. Day 2 brings together Indian and Global speakers for keynote sessions, panel discussions, paper presentations, and networking events.

Message from Leadership

GARV – A Prestigious Scientific Conference

Presented by GarbhaGudi IVF Powered by Garbhagnan Foundation

We are delighted to announce GARV 2026, a landmark gathering for the Reproductive Health fraternity.

This prestigious conference will bring together renowned experts and thought leaders from across the globe, providing a platform to inspire innovation, encourage collaboration, and shape the future of reproductive medicine.

✨ Featuring:

  • Global Speakers
  • Eminent National Faculty
  • Insightful Workshops
  • High-impact Brainstorming Sessions
  • Cutting-edge Scientific Discussions
Dr. Asha S Vijay

Dr. Asha S Vijay

President - GARV

Medical Director: GarbhaGudi IVF

Dean and Scientific Director: GarbhaGudi Institute of Reproductive Health and Research

Mr. Vijay Kumar Sheshadri

Mr. Vijay Kumar Sheshadri

Chairman & Executive Director - GARV

Founder & CEO - GarbhaGudi Group

We are excited and look forward to welcoming clinicians, embryologists, researchers, and healthcare professionals for two enriching days of learning, networking, and excellence.

Excited to see you all at GARV 2026!

Conference Faculty

Meet Our Expert Doctors & Faculty

Learn directly from globally recognized fertility specialists, embryologists, clinicians, and experts through interactive scientific sessions and practical discussions.

Dr Fabio Cruz

Dr Fabio Cruz

IVF & Embryology

Fertility specialist and Reproductive endocrinology specialist.

Dr Alex Varghese

Dr Alex C Varghese

IVF & Embryology

Director of Research & Innovation, Fertility Associates, Auckland

Dr Sabella

Dr Sabella Garcia Oro

IVF & Embryology

Global Clinical Support Specialist, VITROMED, Germany

Dr Sesh Sunkara

Dr Sesh Sunkara

Reproductive Medicine

Senior Lecturer in Reproductive Medicine at King’s College London, and a Consultant Gynaecologist and Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine at King’s Fertility.

Dr Alpesh Doshi

Dr Alpesh Doshi

IVF & Embryology

Scientific Advisor & Consultant Embryologist, IVFLondon, UK

Dr Alpesh Doshi
Embryology

Dr Alpesh Doshi

IVF & Embryology

Scientific Advisor & Consultant Embryologist, IVFLondon, UK

Dr. Akash Agarwal
Embryology

Dr Akash Agarwal

IVF & Embryology

Scientific Director & Chief Embryologist, Hegde Fertility

Dr. Krishna Chaitanya
Embryology

Dr Krishna Chaitanya

IVF & Embryology

Scientific head & Clinical Embryologist, Oasis Centre for Reproductive Medicine

Dr. Sujatha Ramakrishnan
Embryology

Dr Sujatha Ramakrishnan

IVF & Embryology

Head of Embryology, Motherhood Fertility & IVF; President ACE

Dr Fiona D’Souza
Embryology

Dr Fiona D’Souza

IVF & Embryology

Head of Scientific Operations, Anderson Diagnostics and Labs

Dr Yogitha Rao
Embryology

Dr Yogitha Rao

IVF & Embryology

Director & Senior Embryologist, Santasa IVF Centre, Mysore

Dr Varsha Samson Roy
Embryology

Dr Varsha Samson Roy

IVF & Embryology

Scientific Director & Chief Embryologist, Birla Fertility

Dr Alex Varghese
Embryology

Dr Alex C Varghese

IVF & Embryology

Director of Research & Innovation, Fertility Associates, Auckland

Dr Sabella
Embryology

Dr Sabella Garcia Oro

IVF & Embryology

Global Clinical Support Specialist, VITROMED, Germany

Dr Swaminathan
Embryology

Dr Swaminathan

IVF & Embryology

Dr Anantha Lakshmi
Embryology

Dr Anantha Lakshmi

IVF & Embryology

Ms Jayalakshmi
Embryology

Ms Jayalakshmi

IVF & Embryology

Dr Prathima Tholeti
Embryology

Dr Prathima Tholeti

IVF & Embryology

Consultant Embryologist & Cluster Head, Rainbow Hospitals

Dr. Fahim Lh Rajiwate
Embryology

Dr. Fahim Lh Rajiwate

IVF & Embryology

MBBS - General Medicine, MS - General Surgery, DNB - Urology

Srinivas M.
Embryology

Srinivas M.

IVF & Embryology

Director and Chief Embryologist @ Caree Fertility Private Limited IVF Centre

Dr Kamini Rao
Clinical

Dr Kamini Rao

Padmashree Awardee & Pioneer

A visionary leader in reproductive medicine, with a passion for academics and research.

Dr Sesh Sunkara
Clinical

Dr Sesh Sunkara

Reproductive Medicine

Senior Lecturer in Reproductive Medicine at King’s College London, and a Consultant Gynaecologist and Subspecialist in Reproductive Medicine at King’s Fertility.

Dr Fabio Cruz
Clinical

Dr Fabio Cruz

IVF & Embryology

Fertility specialist and Reproductive endocrinology specialist.

Dr Rashmi Yogesh
Clinical

Dr Rashmi Yogesh

IVF Specialist

Dr Rahul Reddy
Clinical

Dr Rahul Reddy

Andrologist & Urologist

Dr Jatin Shah
Clinical

Dr Jatin Shah

IVF Specialist

Dr Rama Raju
Clinical

Dr Rama Raju

Reproductive Medicine

Senior fertility specialist.

Dr Jayesh Amin
Clinical

Dr Jayesh Amin

IVF Specialist

IVF specialist and Reproductive Endocrinologist. President- ARGI

Dr Ashwini G B
Clinical

Dr Ashwini G B

Reproductive Medicine

Fertility specialist and Gynaecologist, Vice Chairperson- KISAR

Dr Lavanya Kiran
Clinical

Dr Lavanya Kiran

Gynaecology & IVF

ObGyn, Specialist in Reproductive medicine, Cosmetic Gynaecology and Robotic surgery, President -KISAR.

Dr Hitesh Bhat
Clinical

Dr Hitesh Bhat

Medicolegal Expert

Prof. Vasanthi Palanivel
Clinical

Prof. Vasanthi Palanivel

Reproductive Medicine

Vice President : Association of Reproductive Genetics and Immunology (ARGI) and Reproductive regeneration and Reproductive immunology expert

Dr Hrishikesh Pai
Clinical

Dr Hrishikesh Pai

IVF Specialist

Senior Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and Specialist in Reproductive Medicine.

Dr Sonal Panchal
Clinical

Dr Sonal Panchal

IVF Specialist & Radiologist

Consultant Radiologist.

Dr Mamatha Deendayal
Clinical

Dr Mamatha Deendayal

Gynaecology & IVF

Leading Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and fertility specialist

Dr Anuradha Udumudi
Clinical

Dr Anuradha Udumudi

Medical Geneticist

Reproductive Genomics Expert

Dr Nayana Patel
Clinical

Dr Nayana Patel

IVF Specialist

Senior Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and IVF specialist.

Dr Shobana Patted
Clinical

Dr Shobana Patted

Gynaecology & IVF

Senior Obstetrician and Gynaecologist and IVF specialist

Why Attend

Built for Those Who Want to Lead the Field

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Hands-on Workshop Training

Supervised clinical workshops with expert faculty guidance.

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Global & National Experts

Learn from leading Indian and global fertility specialists.

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Latest Scientific Advances

Explore breakthroughs in reproductive medicine and .

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Paper and Poster Prizes

Showcase research and win awards and recognition.

Submit your poster/paper
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04 Medical Council / IMA CME Points

Earn accredited CME points for active participation.

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Gala Dinner & DJ Night

Network, celebrate, and professionally connect with peers.

Awards & Recognition

Paper & Poster Presentation Prizes

Showcase your research, get recognized by global fertility experts, and win exciting cash rewards.

Submit your poster/paper
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1st Prize Rs 11,111
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2nd Prize Rs 7,777
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3rd Prize Rs 5,555

Registration Packages

Choose Your Pass

Choose the ideal pass tailored for clinicians, students, and researchers to access workshops, conferences, networking, certifications, and celebrations.

Registration Phases & Important Dates

Early Bird: Valid till 15th July 2026 | Normal: 15th July to 25th August 2026 | Spot Registration: ₹11,111 flat fee applicable after 25th August 2026.

Group Registration

More Registrations, More Savings

Register together and unlock special group discounts for your team, institute, or department.

Start Group Registration
2-3 Registrations 10% Off
4-6 Registrations 15% Off
7-14 Registrations 20% Off
20+ Registrations 30% Off
Compare Passes Student Clinician Conference Offer valid till 15 July₹6,999₹5,999 Student Embryologist Conference Offer valid till 15 July₹6,999₹5,999 Embryologist Conference Only Offer valid till 15 July₹7,999₹6,999 Embryologist Workshop + Conference Offer valid till 15 July₹9,999₹8,999 Clinician Conference Only Offer valid till 15 July₹8,999₹7,999 Clinician Workshop + Conference Offer valid till 15 July₹10,999₹9,999
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Validity
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Hands-on Workshop (Both Days)
Day 1+2 conference
Gala Dinner + DJ Night
Participation Certificate
Workshop Certificate (if applicable)
Medical Council / IMA CME Points
04 Points
04 Points
04 Points
04 Points
E-Journal + Conference Kit
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Group Option
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Programme

Two Days of Immersive Learning

Scientific Lecture · Clinical

Ovarian Stimulation Demystified

Next-gen IVF stimulation protocols — expert workshop for practising clinicians and trainees.

  • Timing: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Workshop · Clinical

Mastering OPU, ET and Hysteroscopy

Procedure, troubleshooting, and hands-on supervised training for egg pick-up and ET and Hysteroscopy, conducted under advanced OPU & ET simulators.

  • Simultaneous Workshop
  • Capacity: 50 participants
  • Equipment: 5 Simulators( 2 OPU, 2 ET and 1 Hysteroscopy)
  • Hands-on: Included
Workshop · Embryology

ICSI Techniques

First-of-its-kind simulation-based ICSI workshop in Bangalore, featuring advanced AI-enabled ICSI simulators. Focused on skill-driven micromanipulation training and precision enhancement in ART practice.

  • Capacity: 20 candidates
  • Hands-on: Included
Workshop · Embryology

Ultra-Fast Vitrification

Cutting-edge vitrification and warming techniques with hands-on embryology practice.

  • Capacity: 20 candidates
  • Hands-on: Included
Presentations

Paper & Poster Presentations

Up to 16 paper presentations and 30 poster presentations. Prizes for best paper and poster.

Submit your poster/paper
Competition

Quiz Competition

Medical quiz for delegates and Prizes for winners.

Evening

The Gratitude Ceremony, Gala Dinner & DJ Night

An evening dedicated to gratitude, networking, and celebration exclusively for all registered delegates. Enjoy dinner, music, dance, and meaningful collaborations.

Keynote Plenary

Global Keynote Sessions

Opening plenary with Global faculty — Dr Sesh Sunkara, Dr Fabio Cruz, Dr Alpesh Doshi, Dr Alex Varghese and Dr Sabella.

  • Timing: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Keynote Plenary

National Faculty Sessions

Presentations by leading Indian specialists — Dr Kamini Rao, Dr Jatin Shah, Dr Ramaraju, Dr Lavanya Kiran, Dr Akash Agarwal, Dr Krishna Chaitanya, Dr Jayesh Amin, Dr Ashwini G B and Dr Hrishikesh Pai.

  • Timing: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Workshop · Clinical

Mastering OPU, ET and Hysteroscopy

Procedure, troubleshooting, and hands-on supervised training for egg pick-up and ET and Hysteroscopy, conducted under advanced OPU & ET simulators.

  • Simultaneous Workshop
  • Capacity: 50 participants
  • Equipment: 5 Simulators( 2 OPU, 2 ET and 1 Hysteroscopy)
  • Hands-on: Included
Workshop · Embryology

ICSI Techniques

First-of-its-kind simulation-based ICSI workshop in Bangalore, featuring advanced AI-enabled ICSI simulators. Focused on skill-driven micromanipulation training and precision enhancement in ART practice.

  • Capacity: 30 candidates
  • Hands-on: Included
Workshop · Embryology

Ultra-Fast Vitrification

Cutting-edge vitrification and warming techniques with hands-on embryology practice.

  • Capacity: 30 candidates
  • Hands-on: Included
Presentations

Paper & Poster Presentations

Up to 16 paper presentations and 30 poster presentations. Prizes for best paper and poster.

Submit your poster/paper
Closing

Valedictory & Certificate Distribution

Formal distribution of certificates, CME points, prizes, and closing remarks by faculty and organisers.

Organizing Committee

The Minds Behind the Event

Meet our distinguished organizing committee members who are dedicated to making GARV 2026 a landmark conference in Assisted Reproductive Technology.

Dr. Asha S Vijay

Dr. Asha S Vijay

MD, DGO, DNB, FRM

President - GARV

Mr. Vijay Kumar Sheshadri

Mr. Vijay Kumar Sheshadri

Founder & CEO - GarbhaGudi Group

Chairman & Executive Director - GARV

Dr. Aparna N

Dr. Aparna N

MBBS, DNB, MCh

Senior Reproductive Medicine Specialist & Cluster Clinician (North)

Dr. Deepthi Venkatesh

Dr. Deepthi Venkatesh

MBBS, MS, FRM

Senior Fertility Specialist

Mr. Fyzullah Syed

Mr. Fyzullah Syed

MSc Embryology, MSc Microbiology

Director of Embryology

Ms. Nithyashree

Ms. Nithyashree K

Organizing Committee

Coordinator

Dr. Priyanka Rani

Dr. Priyanka Rani

MBBS, DNB, FRM

Senior Fertility Specialist & Cluster Clinician (East)

Dr. Raajam Murali

Dr. Raajam Murali

MBBS, MD, FRM

Senior Fertility Specialist & Cluster Clinician (South)

Dr. Shweta Ashok Harnal

Dr. Shweta Ashok Harnal

MBBS, MS, FRM

Fertility Specialist & Deputy Head of Academics and ART

Mrs. Vidyalakshmi

Ms. Vidyalakshmi Arjunan

MSc, PGD (Clin Embryology)

Senior Embryologist & Lab Manager

Organizing Committee Members

Mr. Karan D
Dr. Putta Venkata Vasavi Devi
Mr. M S Muralidhar
Ms. Kulsum Parvin
Mr. Arun M Nair
Mr. Mohammed Akmal Ahmed
Dr. Poornima M S
Dr. Prafulla M
Ms. Afia Khizer
Ms. Rakshitha S G
Ms. Saba Muskan
Dr. Manasa K A
Mr. Gella Bharat Chandra Tilak
Dr. Navya Dheemanth
Mr. Jayaram R
Mr. Aditya G M
Mr. Manjunatha K
Dr. Merugu Sowmya Rani
Dr. Varsha Vijay
Dr. Sancho Rajan
Dr. Varsha Patil
Dr. Radha Puchalapalli
Dr. Harshitha P
Mrs. Manjusha A M
Dr. Sahana K
What You Receive

Attendee Benefits & Certificates

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Hands-on Workshop Training

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Global Expert Access

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04 Medical Council / IMA CME Points

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Keynote & Panel Access

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Post-Event Recordings

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E-Certificate Participation

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Paper & Poster Prizes

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Gala Dinner & DJ Night

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E-Journal + Conference Kit

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Workshop Completion Certificate

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CME Accreditation Benefits

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Winner Achievement Awards

Limited Seats

Register for GARV 2026

September 5 & 6 Sheraton Grand, Brigade Gateway, Bengaluru

Your Registration Details

Select Registration Pass

Select Workshop Track

Secure payment via Razorpay. Confirmation email within 24 hours. Workshop seats allocated first-come, first-served.

Location

Event Venue

Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway

Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway

Join us at Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, a premium venue in the heart of Bangalore, offering the perfect setting for learning, networking, and collaboration.

Address:

26/1 Dr. Rajkumar Road, Malleswaram-Rajajinagar, Bangalore – 560055, Karnataka, India

FAQs

Common Questions

GARV - The Art of ART - is GarbhaGudi IVF Centre's flagship conference on reproductive medicine, IVF, embryology, and research, held on 5th & 6th September 2026 at the Sheraton Grand, Bengaluru. Both days are structured as Conference + Workshop, offering a blend of scientific lectures, hands-on training, expert sessions, paper/poster presentations, and a gala dinner with DJ night.

GARV is built for anyone in or training towards reproductive medicine - gynaecologists, IVF specialists, embryologists, andrologists, urologists, medical students, postgraduate residents, and researchers. Whether you are entering the field or an experienced clinician, there are sessions, workshops, and networking designed for you.

Prepare your abstract as per the guidelines that will be shared on this page, the submission deadline is 15th July 2026, with acceptance notifications by 10th August and final submissions due by 20th August. Best paper and poster winners receive a cash prize and achievement certificate. Submission platform details will be announced shortly.

Yes, both days are structured as Conference + Workshop. If you register for the Conference + Workshop package, you attend both days with full access to all lectures and hands-on training sessions. If you register for Conference Only, you can attend the conference sessions but will not have access to the hands-on workshop training.

GARV 2026 will award 04 CME points to all eligible attending delegates and speakers will be awarded with 1 extra point, subject to final confirmation from IMA South. Registered doctors can claim these points by providing their Medical Council State and Medical Council Number during registration. Doctors from other states can convert these to IMA CME points — valid across India.

Accommodation is not included in the registration fee. Recommended hotels near the Sheraton Grand, Brigade Gateway will be shared with all registered delegates closer to the event.