India’s Most Discussed Fertility & Reproductive Medicine Conference – Schedule & Timeline at a Glance | #ICARM2025Kolkata
Introduction
ICARM 2025 is back — bigger, global, and scientifically richer. Hosted by Ghosh Dastidar Institute for Fertility Research (GDIFR) in collaboration with the Centre of Excellence in ART, IPGMER & SSKM Hospital, this flagship conference brings together leading clinicians, embryologists, researchers and trainees to discuss advances in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART).
This guide covers everything you need to know: program, faculty, pre-congress courses, registration, abstract submission and reasons to attend.
India’s Most Discussed Fertility & Reproductive Medicine Conference – Schedule & Timeline at a Glance | #ICARM2025Kolkata
6th December 2025 – Pre-Congress Courses
Venue: IPGMER–SSKM Hospital
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Certificate-based pre-congress courses designed for clinicians, embryologists, PG students, and MIGS trainees.
6th December 2025 – Cultural Evening & Congress Dinner
Venue: Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cultural program (Odissi dance), high tea, delegate registration, keynote orations, and the official congress dinner.
7th December 2025 – Main Scientific Program
Venue: Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
Time: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Full-day scientific sessions featuring national and international faculty covering clinical ART, embryology, MIGS, women’s health, and advanced reproductive science.
1. What is ICARM 2025?
ICARM — International Conference on Advances in Reproductive Medicine — is India’s premier scientific meeting focusing on:
- Latest updates in IVF & clinical ART
- Embryology and laboratory advancements
- Minimally invasive gynecological surgery (MIGS)
- Male infertility, PCOS, endometriosis & ovarian function
- Fertility preservation, genetics and ART ethics & law
Theme: “Remembering the Past, to Build the Future” — honoring India’s pioneering contributions while building next-generation ART practice.
2. Who Is Organising ICARM 2025?
Hosted by: Ghosh Dastidar Institute for Fertility Research (GDIFR) — a pioneer in India’s IVF journey.
In collaboration with: Centre of Excellence in ART, IPGMER & SSKM Hospital — Eastern India’s first government-funded IVF centre, adding strong academic credibility.
3. Event Dates & Venue
Dates: 6–7 December 2025
Venue: Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, New Town, Kolkata
Pre-Congress Courses: IPGMER–SSKM Hospital
4. Why Global Experts Attend ICARM 2025 (Top Benefits)
- International & National Faculty — Global experts in IVF, embryology, MIGS and reproductive science providing practical and research-driven insights.
- Pre-Congress Certificate Courses — Hands-on learning for clinicians, embryologists, MIGS surgeons and ART pregnancy specialists.
- Comprehensive Scientific Program — Clinical, laboratory and regulatory sessions covering the full ART spectrum.
- Academic Opportunities — Abstracts, free papers, posters, and quiz competitions for PGs & SRs.
- Networking & Collaboration — Connect with India’s top IVF centres, industry and research groups.
5. Scientific Highlights & Core Themes
Clinical Sessions
- Ovarian stimulation & cycle optimisation
- PCOS management and endometriosis care
- Male infertility diagnostics & therapeutic strategies
- Maternal medicine in ART pregnancies
- Pregnancy outcomes and ART complications
Embryology & Laboratory Science
- Lab QC/QA protocols and culture media optimisation
- Vitrification, biopsy techniques & embryo grading
- Time-lapse & AI-assisted embryo evaluation
- ICSI troubleshooting and fertilisation failure management
Surgical (MIGS) Sessions
- Fertility-preserving surgeries
- Hysteroscopy and advanced laparoscopy
- Endometriosis surgical management
Regulatory & Ethical Topics
- ART law updates and compliance
- Surrogacy regulations and ethical challenges
- Patient safety, consent and data governance
6. Pre-Congress Courses (6 December 2025) — High Demand
Held at IPGMER–SSKM Hospital. Limited seats.
PCC 1 — Clinical IVF & Reproductive Endocrinology
Ovarian stimulation, poor responder strategies, endometriosis management and luteal phase support.
PCC 2 — Clinical Embryology
IVF lab optimisation, ICSI, embryo biopsy, vitrification and gamete handling.
PCC 3 — MIGS (Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery)
Hysteroscopy, laparoscopy and fertility-preserving surgical techniques.
PCC 4 — Managing High-Risk ART Pregnancies
Maternal medicine, PCOS risk management and ART outcomes optimization.
7. Who Should Attend ICARM 2025?
- IVF clinicians
- Clinical embryologists
- OBGYN specialists / MIGS surgeons
- Andrology experts
- Researchers, academicians & students (PG/SR)
- Healthcare industry professionals & lab technologists
8. Why ICARM 2025 Matters for PGs & Young Specialists
- Exposure to global leaders and current evidence
- Opportunities to present research and win awards
- Quiz competitions and skill-building workshops
- Network-building & CV enhancement
9. Registration Information
Register online via the official website. Early bird discounts available until 15 October 2025. Pre-Congress courses require separate booking.
10. Official Brochure & Program
Download the full brochure for faculty, schedule, fees and accommodation details:
11. Organisers & Contact Information
Ghosh Dastidar Institute for Fertility Research (P) Ltd.
36 A/1 S.P. Mukherjee Road, Kolkata – 700025 (Between Bhowanipore Police Station & Bharati Cinema Hall)
Indian Phones: +91-33-24866828, +91-33-24191613, +91-33-24191425
Toll-Free: 1800 345 1855
International: 009903920790
Emails: ivf.gdifr@gmail.com, sudarsan.ivf@gmail.com
Dr Sudarsan Ghosh Dastidar: +91-98300-31950
12. Venue & Travel
Venue: Biswa Bangla Convention Centre & IPGMER–SSKM Hospital, New Town, Kolkata.
Nearest Metro: Jatin Das Park (3-minute walk).
By Bus: Bhowanipur Police Station or Hazra Crossing.
13. Hashtags & Social Handles
Official Hashtag: #ICARM2025Kolkata
14. Final Word
ICARM 2025 is not just a conference — it is a scientific movement that celebrates India’s IVF legacy and equips clinicians, embryologists and researchers for the future of reproductive medicine. With world-class faculty, robust academic programming, hands-on courses and GDIFR’s leadership, ICARM 2025 is the must-attend ART event of 2025.
See you in Kolkata on 6–7 December 2025.
Who can I contact for registration issues?
Contact the GDIFR registration desk via ivf.gdifr@gmail.com or phone +91-33-24866828.
THE MAN BEHIND GDIFR SUCCESS
Dr. Sudarshan Ghosh
Dastidar –
Founder & IVF Pioneer In Kolkata
Parenthood is a dream. For over 40 years, my work has been devoted to helping couples realise that dream with dignity, hope, and trust. GDIFR is not just a clinic — it is a research-driven fertility institute where we explore every possibility to make parenthood achievable. After helping thousands become parents, my mission remains unchanged: no couple should ever face this journey alone.