Geeta Nargund
Geeta Nargund (pronounced: Gee-ta Nar-gund) is a prominent figure in the field of Reproductive Medicine and Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). She is known for her significant contributions to the development and advancement of Natural Cycle IVF and Mild IVF.
Etymology
The name Geeta is of Sanskrit origin, meaning "song" or "poem", while Nargund is a surname common in the Karnataka region of India.
Career
Dr. Geeta Nargund is the Medical Director of CREATE Fertility, UK, and is also a Senior Consultant Gynaecologist and Head of Reproductive Medicine services at St George’s Hospital, London. She is recognized for her pioneering work in the development of Natural and Mild IVF and is an active promoter of education and research in Reproductive Medicine.
Contributions
Dr. Nargund has made significant contributions to the field of Reproductive Medicine. She has been instrumental in the development and promotion of Natural Cycle IVF and Mild IVF, which are considered more patient-friendly and less invasive than traditional IVF methods. These techniques aim to reduce the physical and emotional burden of IVF treatment on patients, while also minimizing the risks associated with high-dose drug treatments.
Related Terms
- Reproductive Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with prevention, diagnosis, and management of reproductive problems.
- Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART): A group of different methods used to help infertile couples.
- Natural Cycle IVF: A type of in vitro fertilization that follows a woman's natural cycle.
- Mild IVF: A form of IVF treatment that uses lower doses of drugs for a shorter period of time.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Geeta Nargund
- Wikipedia's article - Geeta Nargund
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