Designation of Dr. Hrishikesh Pai
Dr. Hrishikesh Pai
IVF Specialist
Consultant Gynecologist
Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai
Medical Director – Bloom IVF Group
Profile Snapshot of Dr. Hrishikesh Pai
- Dr. Hrishikesh Pai is a leading figure in the field of reproductive medicine, with over 40 years of distinguished experience in Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Infertility.
- He is renowned for his expertise in IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) and has successfully handled thousands of cases throughout his career.
- Other than IVF, his specialization lies in Gynecology, Infertility, Endoscopy, Fertility Preservation, and Genetics.
- As the Founder and Director of Bloom IVF Group, Dr. Pai oversees a network of eight IVF centers across India, including locations in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, and Mohali.
- He is also associated with Lilavati Hospital in Mumbai as a Consultant Gynecologist.
- Dr. Hrishikesh Pai’s commitment to advancing reproductive technology is evident in his pioneering work. He introduced several groundbreaking techniques in India, such as ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) in 1996, Laser Hatching in 1998, and Egg Freezing in 2007.
- Notably, he introduced the Embryoscope in Asia in 2012 and recently achieved a milestone with non-invasive Pre-implantation Genetic Testing (PGT-A).
- He also introduced several other fertility treatment procedures and services such as Oocyte freezing and ovarian tissue freezing for patients with cancer.
- Dr. Pai’s contributions extend beyond clinical practice. He is a respected professor of Reproductive Medicine at D Y Patil University in Navi Mumbai and has served as the President of the Federation of Obstetric & Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI).
- His leadership roles include being a Regional Trustee for the International Federation of Gynecology & Obstetrics (FIGO) and a Steering Committee Member for the WHO Global Summit on PPH.
- Throughout his career, Dr. Pai has been actively involved in academic and professional circles. He has delivered over 800 lectures and orations, edited 18 books, and contributed to more than 65 book chapters. His research and publications reflect his dedication to advancing the field of reproductive medicine.
- Dr. Pai has received about 64 awards till date, including the prestigious Honorary FRCOG Fellowship from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) in 2019 and the Eminent Physician Award from the Indian Medical Association (IMA) in 2022.
- His role in various public health programs, such as the Manyata program and the Freedom from Anemia campaign, underscores his commitment to improving women’s health at the grassroots level.
- He has also been instrumental in initiatives like PMSMA (Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan) and the Cervical Cancer Project in collaboration with the American Cancer Society.
- Dr. Pai’s innovative spirit and dedication have significantly impacted the field of reproductive medicine, making him a respected and influential figure both in India and internationally.
Dr. Hrishikesh Pai’s Expertise
- Gynecology
- Infertility
- Endoscopy
- Fertility Preservation
- Genetics
- Assisted Laser Hatching
- Blastocyst
- Egg Freezing
- Embryoscope
- Hysterectomy
- ICSI
- IMSI
- IUI
- IVF
- Laparoscopy
- MESA
- Myomectomy
- Ovarian Tissue Freezing
- Oocyte Freezing
- Embryo Freezing with Vitrification
- Premature Ovarian Failure
- Reproductive Endocrinology
- Sperm Freezing
- Spindle View
Work Experience of Dr. Hrishikesh Pai
- Founder & Director of Bloom IVF Group (11 IVF Centres in India) (Present)
- Consultant Gynecologist and IVF Specialist at Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre, Mumbai (Present)
- Assistant Honorary Professor of Gynecology at D Y Patil Medical College, Mumbai (Present)
- Consultant Gynecologist and IVF Specialist at Fortis LaFemme Hospital, New Delhi
- Consultant Gynecologist and IVF Specialist at Fortis Hospital, Mohali Chandigarh
- Visiting Professor in Obstetrics & Gynecology at Manipal University, India
- Honorary Consultant of Gynecology & Obstetrics at Kurla Bhaba Municipal General Hospital, Mumbai
- Post Graduate Teacher for DNB (Gynecology and Obstetrics) of the National Board of Examinations, New Delhi
- President, FOGSI – Federation of Obstetrics and Gynaecological Societies of India
- Regional Trustee – Asia Oceania, FIGO – International Federation of Gynecology & Obstetrics
- Asst. Secretary, South Asian Federation of OBGYN SAFOG
- Country Lead, FIGO Gates Leadership Development Initiative
- Steering Committee Member, Innovation Equity Forum National Institute of Health USA & Gates Foundation 2023
- Chief Administrator, FOGSI Manyata Initiative (with MSD for Mothers, Jhpiego) (2017-Present)
- Group & Society Liaison, FIGO Women’s Cancer Committee (2021-23)
- Steering Committee Member, WHO PPH Group 2023
- Organising Secretary, Best of ESHRE ISAR IFS India 2024
- Scientific Chair, 67th AICOG Jan 2025 Mumbai Annual Conference of FOGSI
Dr. Hrishikesh Pai’s Qualifications
- MBBS from G S Medical College and K E M Hospital, Mumbai
- MD in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the University of Mumbai
- MSc in Clinical Embryology and Andrology from Eastern Virginia Medical Scholl, USA
- Fellowship in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Fellow of the Indian College of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Training in Preimplantation Genetics from Verlinsky Unit, Chicago and Az Vub, Brussels
- Research Fellow for Reproductive Biology at the Royal Women’s Hospital, Melbourne
Memberships of Dr. Hrishikesh Pai
- Former Vice president and Present Secretary General of Federation of Obstetric and Gynecological Societies of India
- Former President of Indian Association of Gynecological Endoscopists
- Former President of Mumbai Obstetrics and Gynecological Society
- Executive Board member of International Federation of Fertility Societies
- Indian Society of Assisted Reproduction
- American Society for Reproductive Medicine
- European Society of Human Reproduction
- Indian Association of Human Reproduction
- National Association of Voluntary Sterilization
- Middle East Fertility Society
- Indian Association of Ultrasound (Medicine and Biology chapter)
Awards & Recognitions received by Dr. Hrishikesh Pai
- Honored with Doctor of the Year title by Indian Medical Association in 2017
- Received Dr. B N Purandare Outstanding Service Award in 2017
- Honored with the FERTOCON Life Time Award for Excellence for Assisted Reproductive Techniques in 2015
- Received the 21st Lions Gold Award for 2014- 2015
- Received Medscape India Unite for care for Excellence in Gynecology in 2014
- Received the Frost and Suleiman International Award for Best Infertility Service in India in 2013
- Honored with Excellent IVF Doctor of India by RK Excellence Awards in 2011
- Received the Nav Shakti Paper Award for Yeoman Service in Medicine in 2008
- Received the Rajiv Gandhi Rashtriya Ekta Award in 2002