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Affordable IVF Now Available at Mumbai Civic Hospital
14 Nov
Summary
- Civic-run Sion Hospital offers IVF treatment at a third of private costs.
- A new 3,000-sq-ft IVF lab in Dharavi aims for affordability and accessibility.
- The center aims to scale up to 20 IVF cycles monthly, addressing a growing need.
Sion Hospital in Mumbai is now providing In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) services at significantly reduced costs, approximately one-third of typical private sector expenses. This new program is housed in a modern 3,000-square-foot IVF laboratory situated in Dharavi, a location chosen for its affordability and accessibility within a large community.
The facility, operational since the current week, has already started treatment for six women, with plans to expand to 20 IVF cycles per month. The initiative stems from a growing public health concern regarding infertility, which affects an estimated 15% of the population. Support from Sion Hospital alumni has been crucial in training the medical team.
This development aligns with a Central directive for all medical colleges to establish IVF laboratories. While Cama Hospital and KEM Hospital also offer public IVF services, the Sion Hospital center's location and pricing aim to serve a broader segment of the population facing infertility challenges.
