Shreya Kapoor, 35, began  considering egg freezing  when a heart to heart chat with a friend helped her realize she wasn’t ready to settle down and start  a family yet. While doing her research for hospitals that offered egg freezing services near her, she came across Sitaram Bhartia Hospital in South Delhi and Dr. You're reading Egg Freezing: Is It a Good Option For You?, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

Embryologists receive specialized training in the fields of human embryology, reproductive endocrinology and genetics to handle sperms and eggs which are used to create embryos in the IVF process. “As embryologists, we mostly work behind the scenes and may not directly interact with our patients. We maintain our laboratory environment so that is conducive to the proper growth and development of your embryos, You're reading Embryologist: Meaning & Role in Your IVF Journey, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

Laparoscopy for infertility is a procedure that can be done for either diagnostic or treatment purposes or for both.   “Laparoscopy is considered the gold standard for diagnosing and correcting fertility problems, as not all pelvic problems may be visible through routine evaluations like ultrasounds,” explains Dr. Priti Arora Dhamija, You're reading Laparoscopy for Infertility: Procedure, Recovery & Pregnancy, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

Oocyte retrieval also known as egg retrieval is the second step in the IVF process. It is usually done after you are given injections to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs instead of just one egg. Ovarian stimulation protocols may vary from woman to woman depending on the ovarian reserve, You're reading Oocyte Retrieval in IVF: Procedure, Preparation & Recovery, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

After several attempts at conceiving, Vineetha (29) and Dhanush Prabhu (30) were disappointed. Their gynecologist suspected tubal factor infertility upon running investigations and referred them to Dr. Priti Arora Dhamija, Gynecologist & Fertility Expert at Sitaram Bhartia Hospital in South Delhi.   Having endured multiple disappointments in the last two years, You're reading Getting Pregnant with Blocked Fallopian Tubes: Diagnosis, Treatment & What to Do, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

Did you know that having prediabetes, diabetes or high blood pressure could put you at risk of developing a host of complications, including liver damage, with no obvious symptoms?  “People find it surprising to know that they may not experience any symptoms of liver damage until it progresses to a stage where it cannot be reversed,” says Dr. You're reading What is Grade 1 Fatty Liver & How to Reverse It, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

Did you know that bone and joint infections in children are most common up to 10 years of age? “These kinds of infections in children are worrisome and need to be treated in time because they can damage bones and joints, resulting in arthritis, joint stiffness, deformities etc, which can cause pain and walking difficulties,” cautions Dr. You're reading Bone and Joint Infections in Children: A Reason to Worry?, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

In the October segment of our #InConversation LIVE series, we spoke with Dr. Mayank Uppal, Consultant, Internal Medicine at Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research to understand the intricacies of critical care.  Watch the video below or read on. https://youtu.be/5zclnE-PdC0 When would someone require intensive care? You're reading Coping with Crisis in Critical Care [LIVE Video], originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

This month, as part of our #InConversation LIVE series on Facebook & YouTube, we spoke with Dr. (Major) Rajesh Kumar Bhardwaj, ENT Specialist at Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research to understand his views on seasonal allergies and what can be done to overcome them.  Watch the video below or read on. You're reading Sailing Through Seasonal Allergies [Video], originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more

Pulled elbow’ is a condition that is commonly seen in children between 1 to 4 years. As a child’s limbs are still developing, a slightly forceful pull or jerk can easily dislocate the child’s elbow.  Dr. Gourav Jandial, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon at Sitaram Bhartia shares information about this phenomenon.  You're reading Pulled Elbow: What It Is & How It Is Treated, originally posted on Sitaram Bhartia Institute of Science and Research ..read more