The Manipal University, India and the Cleveland Clinic's Reproductive Research Centre, USA are conducting a unique Certificate Program in Clinical Embryology and ART. This three months long twinning program is designed to provide both theoretical understanding and practical training in various aspects of Clinical Embryology and ART. This course offers a practical based learning. It is specifically designed for Clinicians or Clinical Scientists interested in acquiring up to date knowledge in the area of Clinical Embryology and ART.

This is the first and only program of its kind being offered in whole of Asia. This twinning program consists of didactic lectures, discussions with experts, laboratory training and exposure to various practical procedures used in an ART Laboratory. The candidates will be admitted to this program in Manipal and spend the initial two months learning various laboratory aspects of Assisted Reproductive Techniques using animal model followed by one month of advanced training at the Cleveland Clinic. Successful candidates will be awarded a "Certificate of Training in Clinical Embryology and ART".

This program is available to the graduates with medical qualification (MBBS or MD) or science graduates (M.Sc). Other candidates may be selected based on their qualifications and background. The Manipal University is consistently ranked as one of the top comprehensive universities in India and the degrees from Manipal are recognized worldwide. The division of Reproductive Medicine offers a wide range of treatment programs for infertile couples seeking assisted conception. The pioneering technological improvements have made this centre as one of the most advanced facility of its kind for the treatment of infertility in all over India. Manipal University was the first and the only institution in India and in Asia to offer a "Masters Degree in Clinical Embryology". In addition, the University has a successful ART program for patients.

Cleveland Clinic is one of the world's second largest medical group practice and the largest hospital in Ohio (United States). It has a 1,000 staffed bed hospital, an independent research institute, medical school and a full fledged Reproduction Centre with a team of experienced embryologists, andrologists, reproductive endocrinologists (fellowship trained gynecologists), male infertility urologists, etc. Selected candidates are exposed to the latest technologies and provided training in various aspects of ART. Cleveland Clinic is a world leader in ART training and has been providing laboratory training courses in ART, Andrology and cryopreservation for several years. It has an excellent record of providing high quality training to candidates from across the globe.

Duration of the program: 3 months

Period to be spent in India: first two months
Period to be spent in USA: last one month

Eligibility:

Graduates with medical qualification (MBBS or MD) or science graduates (M.Sc). Other candidates may be selected based on their qualifications and background.

Selection of students:

Selected candidates will be informed at least 4 weeks before the course commencement. They will be asked to submit 4 recent passport size photographs, degree certificate/provisional pass certificate issued by their university. In the event of admission, these documents will be retained by the University until the completion of course.

Course Fee:

The fee covers course syllabus in India and in Cleveland. Candidates will receive assistance in renting of subsidized accommodation in Cleveland. Working lunch is included in Cleveland but excludes travel, visa and medical insurance in USA. For questions about the training and stay in Cleveland, please contact Dr. Sajal Gupta at guptas2@ccf.org or phone (216) 444-9485.

Visa:

Candidates enrolled for this program in Manipal should inform if they require an American visa.

Refund:

If visa is not granted for any reason the admission will be cancelled and the entire course fee refunded after deducting administrative fee as per university rules. For any withdrawal during the program, refund will be made as per the university refund policy and only letter of completion (number of days completed) will be provided.

Commencement of the classes: Course is conducted 2 times in a year. Seats in the 3rd batch are booked until summer of 2008.

Mailing instructions:

Send duly filled application form (Form 1 & Form 2) in the envelope addressed to the Deputy Registrar, Admissions on or before the last date along with certified copy of you graduate program. Do not send any other forms, enclosures or original certificates. Applications received after the last date will be considered for the next batch of certificate program.

For information about the training and stay in Manipal and for the next application deadline, please contact Dr. Satish Adiga at: satish.adiga@manipal.edu or phone 91-820-2922162