IVF Specialist in Kolkata — Fertility Care with Dr. Ankita Mandal
Founder Director, Maatritva Fertility IVF & Healthcare
MBBS · MS (OBG) · Fellowship in Infertility · Advanced Diploma ART (KIEL, Germany)
15+
Years Experience
MS
Obstetrics & Gynaecology
IVF
IUI · ICSI
KIEL
Germany Trained
Who Is the IVF Specialist at Maatritva IVF?
Dr. Ankita Mandal is the Founder Director of Maatritva Fertility IVF & Healthcare, Kolkata, with over 15 years of experience in reproductive medicine, an Advanced Diploma in ART from KIEL, Germany, and a Fellowship in Infertility.
What to Consider When Choosing an IVF Specialist
When choosing an IVF specialist, patients commonly consider the following:
- Specialised training in reproductive medicine (not just general gynaecology)
- Registration with the State or National Medical Register
- A well-equipped, independently managed IVF laboratory
- Personalised protocols — not one-size-fits-all stimulation
- Transparent communication about success rates, costs, and realistic expectations
- Emotional support and counselling as part of the treatment process
You are welcome to ask any clinic, including ours, about these points before starting treatment.
About Dr. Ankita Mandal
Dr. Ankita Mandal is a Consultant Gynaecologist, Obstetrician, Infertility Specialist, and Gynaecological Laparoscopic Surgeon. She graduated from SCB Medical College, Cuttack and completed her MS in Obstetrics & Gynaecology from RIMS, Ranchi. She then earned a Fellowship in Infertility and an Advanced Diploma in Reproductive Medicine & ART from KIEL, Germany.
She has over 15 years of clinical experience. Her areas of clinical focus include recurrent IVF failure, low AMH/diminished ovarian reserve, male factor infertility and unexplained infertility.
She is a member of ISOG, FOGSI, ACOG, and a Fellow of FIAOG.
Qualifications
MBBS, MS (OBG), Fellowship Infertility, Diploma ART (Germany)
Experience
15+ years in Reproductive Medicine
Special Focus
Complex IVF, Low AMH, Male Factor, Recurrent Failure
Professional Bodies
ISOG, FOGSI, ACOG, FIAOG
Why Choosing the Right IVF Specialist Matters
IVF is not a one-size-fits-all treatment. Several clinical and laboratory factors shape how treatment is planned:
Individual Factors
Stimulation protocols are usually tailored to individual factors such as AMH, FSH, body weight and previous response. Outcomes still vary and cannot be guaranteed.
Laboratory Quality
The IVF lab is where fertilisation, embryo culture, and selection happen. Laboratory conditions are one of the factors that can affect embryo development. Maatritva's lab has time-lapse monitoring, HEPA-filtered air and in-house embryologists.
Personalised Protocols
Stimulation protocols can be individualised — for example, mild stimulation for some low-reserve patients or antagonist protocols for PCOS patients at risk of hyperstimulation.
Complex Cases
Recurrent IVF failure, poor embryo quality and thin endometrium usually need further evaluation before another cycle is planned. Some of these problems may not be fully correctable.
How Does IVF Treatment Work? Step-by-Step Process
IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) is a fertility treatment where eggs are collected from the ovaries, fertilised with sperm in a laboratory, and the resulting embryo is transferred to the uterus to achieve pregnancy. Here is how the process works at Maatritva IVF:
Initial Consultation & Diagnosis
Dr. Ankita reviews your complete medical history, performs a baseline ultrasound, and orders blood tests (AMH, FSH, LH, thyroid) and semen analysis. This identifies the root cause and informs protocol design.
Personalised Protocol Design
Based on your diagnosis, age, and ovarian reserve, a customised stimulation protocol is designed. This may range from a mild protocol for low AMH to an antagonist protocol for PCOS patients.
Ovarian Stimulation (10-12 Days)
Daily hormone injections stimulate your ovaries to produce multiple mature eggs. Regular ultrasound scans and blood tests monitor follicle growth. Dosage is adjusted based on your response.
Trigger Injection & Egg Retrieval
When follicles reach a suitable size, a trigger injection finalises maturation. 34-36 hours later, eggs are retrieved under sedation in a procedure that usually takes 15-20 minutes; mild cramping afterwards is common.
Fertilisation & Embryo Culture
Eggs are fertilised by conventional IVF or ICSI (single sperm injection), as clinically indicated. Embryos are cultured for 3-5 days in our time-lapse incubator, allowing continuous monitoring without disturbance.
Embryo Selection & Transfer
An embryo is selected based on its development and gently placed into the uterus. This usually takes 5-10 minutes and most women feel only mild discomfort. We typically recommend single embryo transfer (SET) to avoid multiple pregnancy risks.
Pregnancy Test (14 Days Later)
A blood test (beta-hCG) approximately 14 days after transfer shows whether pregnancy has occurred. If positive, regular monitoring begins. Our counselling team provides emotional support throughout the wait.
What Affects IVF Success Rates?
IVF success rates vary by age, diagnosis and laboratory factors. The table below shows how chances generally change with age. It is not a statement of this clinic's results and no outcome is guaranteed.
Factors That Influence IVF Success
- Egg quality and ovarian reserve (AMH, AFC)
- Sperm quality — morphology, motility, DNA fragmentation
- Embryo quality and laboratory conditions
- Uterine environment — endometrial thickness and pattern
- Lifestyle — BMI, smoking, stress levels
- The IVF specialist's experience and protocol selection
Your doctor can discuss individual chances and risks at consultation, based on your test results and history.
How Much Does IVF Cost in Kolkata?
IVF cost in Kolkata varies based on the type of treatment, medications required, and additional procedures. At Maatritva IVF, we provide a written cost estimate — you will receive a detailed written breakdown before any treatment begins.
What Affects IVF Cost?
- Type of protocol (standard IVF vs ICSI)
- Medication dosage (depends on ovarian response)
- Additional procedures (PGT, blastocyst culture, LAH)
- Frozen embryo transfer cycles
- Donor egg or sperm programmes
Cost Information
- Complete written cost estimate before treatment
- Medication costs listed separately
- Payment options can be discussed with the clinic
Fertility Services at Maatritva IVF
Beyond IVF, we offer a complete range of fertility services. Where clinically appropriate, simpler treatments are considered first — IVF is one option, not the only option.
IVF Treatment
Complete IVF cycle with individualised stimulation.
ICSI Treatment
Single sperm injection per egg. Essential for male factor infertility.
IUI Treatment
Simpler, less invasive option for mild fertility issues.
Egg Freezing
Freezing eggs for possible future use. Does not guarantee future pregnancy.
Male Infertility
Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for male factor.
Donor Egg IVF
For women with diminished ovarian reserve or advanced age.
TESA / PESA
Surgical sperm retrieval for azoospermia cases.
Blastocyst Transfer
Day 5 embryo culture and transfer, where suitable.
PGD / PGS Testing
Genetic screening of embryos before transfer.
About Maatritva IVF
IVF Laboratory
The laboratory has HEPA-filtered clean rooms, time-lapse embryo monitoring (EmbryoScope), ICSI workstations and vitrification equipment.
Information Centres Across Region
We have expanded our reach with information and consultation centres to serve patients from Salt Lake, New Town, South Kolkata, Howrah, North Kolkata, Barasat and Bangladesh.
Bangladesh & International Patient Support
Kolkata is the closest Indian metro to Bangladesh. We provide medical visa assistance, airport pickup, accommodation coordination, and Bengali-speaking staff on request.
Personalised Care
Dr. Ankita Mandal oversees treatment planning, and protocols are individualised to each patient's medical history and test results.
Before You Start Treatment
Fertility treatment outcomes vary with age, diagnosis and treatment history, and no outcome can be guaranteed. Before any treatment begins, your doctor will explain the options available to you, their risks, the likely number of cycles and the expected costs, so that you can make an informed decision.
Frequently Asked Questions — IVF Specialist in Kolkata
Have Questions About IVF?
Contact the clinic to enquire about appointment availability with Dr. Ankita Mandal.