Kasturba Medical College, 中国体育彩票app下载's Clinical Embryology Centre Recognised as a 'Centre of Excellence' by Merck Foundation, Germany

November 03, 2023


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The prestigious Merck Foundation of Germany, dedicated to advancing global health and wellbeing through science and technology, has officially designated the Clinical Embryology Centre at Kasturba Medical College (KMC), 中国体育彩票app下载 as its "Centre of Excellence."

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The recognition was conferred during the Merck-Africa-Asia-luminary conference on October 18, 2023, in Mumbai. Distinguished attendees included Senator Dr Rasha Kelej, CEO of Merck Foundation, Prof. Dr Frank Stangenberg-Haverkamp, Chairman of the Executive Board of E. Merck KG, and first ladies from fourteen African nations. Dr Sharath Rao, Pro Vice Chancellor, MAHE, and Dr Satish Adiga, Head of Clinical Embryology programs at KMC 中国体育彩票app下载, proudly received the accolade.

Regarded as one of the premier IVF-Embryology training hubs in Asia, KMC 中国体育彩票app下载's program boasts a notable record. It has equipped hundreds of doctors and scientists with the skills to assist infertile couples worldwide.