Dr. Nikhil Chitnis encourages open discussions on Infertility for Acceptance, Support and Positive Outcomes

Gone are the days when infertility was considered a taboo. With increasing rates of infertility, it is time to change people's mindset towards it. Dr. Chitnis feels that IVF is a treatable condition. Hence, people should not be ashamed of it. They should disclose it and be open to discussing it amongst family and friends.

Dr. Nikhil Chitnis, an IVF doctor in Thane, Maharashtra, and the overseer of Dr. Malatibai Chitnis Hospital states, 'The diagnosis of infertility should not deter anyone or make them feel ashamed or consider it as a taboo. With ample advanced treatment options available, getting treated and having children is a matter of time.'

Ms. Vishaka Goyal, co-founder of ClinicSpots, a reputed doctor discovery platform, states, 'Dr. Nikhil Chitnis is an excellent and visionary IVF specialist. He relates so well with his infertility patients. He puts them at ease and reduces their anxiety levels so that they respond well to their treatment and hope for its success.

Rather than stigmatizing it, people should embrace their condition and discuss it with their family members, employers, colleagues, and friends. With meaningful and valuable support, the infertile couple feels optimistic and less apprehensive about their IVF treatment, resulting in the best possible outcomes.

Dr. Chitnis highlights that a general open discussion on infertility goes a long way in helping society understand infertility, its causes, treatment options, and how to overcome it.
He advises people to inform their employers and colleagues at their workplace. Along with understanding and support, they can even receive cooperation during and after the challenging treatment period. It includes adjusting to handling or managing the workload, scheduling tasks, or availing leave for treatment. Professional support and cooperation at such times relate to warmth and kindness and foster team spirit.

The organization's top leaders and human resources should work towards an open culture where employees can freely discuss their health issues. There should be an organizational policy regarding flexible work hours, remote work hours, and task rescheduling to accommodate treatment schedules. Such efforts relate to the empathy and sensitivity quotient of the organization and foster a feeling of belongingness and loyalty.

Dr. Nikhil Chitnis adds, 'A supportive workplace is essential for employees undergoing infertility treatment to focus on their health and work dedicatedly in the interest of their organization. It offers them novel work-life balance options, which is valuable.

Sharing a testimonial of a couple in their late thirties, who sought IVF treatment at his hospital, 'Though devastated on hearing that we would need IVF treatment to become parents, we decided to go ahead with it. Dr Chitnis counseled and encouraged us to share this condition with our bosses and colleagues. Fortunately, they were considerate of our health issues and assured full cooperation during our treatment. We were overwhelmed by their support and love. Even after delivering our baby, we could not imagine working elsewhere.'

Dr. Chitnis added that the couple had to undergo three IVF cycles with a gap of 1-2 months apart between each of them. Fortunately, the couple was mentally calm and composed during all three cycles. The credit for this goes to the cooperation and understanding of office management and colleagues who accommodated their absence from work and shared their workload. The mental condition of the couple also plays a vital role in ensuring success in their treatment.

Dr. Nikhil Chitnis concludes that there is no reason to have discreet conversations or talk about infertility. It is like any other treatable health condition through modern medical science. He urges patients not to be fearful or destigmatized by their condition and to accept it openly, which can bring about a change in people's mindset and, gradually, society.

Contact Dr Chitnis
Dr. Maltibai Chitnis IVF Hospital
Near, Govind Bachaji Rd,
Chitnis Chowk, Talav Pali,
Malatibai, Thane West, 400602

About Dr. Nikhil Chitnis

Since 2006, Dr. Nikhil Chitnis has been associated with Thane's Dr. Malatibai Chitnis Hospital, a renowned IVF centre. He is a patient-centric doctor and attends to every patient with dedication.

A very competent specialist, he suggests the latest techniques and suitable treatments for a bespoke parenthood experience. The range of IVF services available at the hospital are IVF, IMSI, ICSI, semen analysis, and genetic diagnosis. Dr Chitnis and his team perform sperm, egg, and embryo cryopreservation services. He is a member of prestigious medical societies and organizations.