Dr. Leena Patankar
- Position: Clinical & Managing Director
- Experience: 24 Years
- Location: Hadapsar, Pune, Maharashtra – 411028.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +91-9665 279 369
A Legacy of Excellence in Fertility Care
With over 25 years of dedicated experience in reproductive medicine, Dr. Leena Patankar is
one of India’s most respected fertility specialists, combining expertise in clinical infertility,
advanced gynaecological endoscopy, and clinical embryology. Since beginning her medical
practice in *1998*, she has devoted her career to helping couples achieve parenthood
through ethical, evidence-based, and personalized fertility treatment.
As the Clinical & Managing Director of Sequel IVF, Dr. Patankar leads a multidisciplinary
team committed to delivering world-class fertility care with compassion, transparency, and
scientific excellence.
International Education & Advanced Training
Dr. Patankar has pursued advanced education and international training to remain at the
forefront of reproductive medicine.
Her professional milestones include:
M.D. in Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Advanced Training in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) at the *National University
Hospital, Singapore (2001)*
Advanced Training in Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) at the *National University
Hospital, Singapore (2001)*
M.Sc. in Clinical Embryology* from the *University of Leeds, United Kingdom (2006)*
Her rare combination of expertise as both a fertility specialist and a trained clinical
embryologist enables her to bridge the gap between clinical management and laboratory
excellence, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.
Expertise in Fertility & Advanced Reproductive Medicine
- Female infertility
- Male factor infertility
- Recurrent IVF failure
- Recurrent pregnancy loss
- PCOS and ovulation disorders
- Endometriosis
- Low ovarian reserve
- Advanced maternal age infertility
- Fertility preservation
- High-risk and complex fertility cases
She also specializes in advanced fertility-enhancing laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgeries,
helping many couples conceive naturally or improve their chances of successful IVF
treatment.
Pioneer in Clinical Embryology & IVF Laboratory Excellence
Dr. Patankar has made remarkable contributions to the field of clinical embryology.
As the Laboratory Director of Patankar Fertility Solutions since 2001 and Co-founder of
Genesis ART Services, she has been instrumental in establishing, developing, standardizing,
and quality-assuring IVF laboratories across India.
Her work extends beyond patient care into laboratory design, workflow optimization, quality
management systems, embryology training, and implementation of international laboratory
standards.
Today, her expertise continues through Sequel IVF , where every laboratory protocol reflects
decades of scientific precision and commitment to excellence.
Mentor, Teacher & Helping Hand to the IVF Community
One of Dr. Patankar’s greatest contributions has been her commitment to sharing
knowledge. She firmly believes that advancing reproductive medicine requires
empowering future professionals.
Over the years she has:
- Trained more than 50 Clinical Embryologists
- Conducted numerous hands-on workshops in IUI, IVF, ICSI, embryo culture, cryopreservation, and laboratory quality systems
- Mentored fertility specialists and embryologists from across India
- Assisted in the planning, establishment, and laboratory setup of over 100 IVF centres nationwide
Many successful embryologists and fertility laboratories across India continue to benefit
from her guidance, making her an educator as well as a clinician.
Publications, Research & Scientific Contributions
Dr. Leena Patankar is an active contributor to reproductive medicine and women’s health
research, with several publications in national and international peer-reviewed journals. Her
work spans clinical embryology, IVF laboratory quality, assisted reproductive technology
(ART), maternal health, and pregnancy outcomes, reflecting her commitment to evidence-
based medicine and continuous innovation.
Through her ongoing research and academic collaborations, Dr. Patankar ensures
that the care delivered at Sequel IVF remains aligned with the latest scientific evidence and
global best practices.
Research, Academics & Professional Leadership
Dr. Patankar actively contributes to the advancement of reproductive medicine through
research, teaching, and academic collaboration.
She is a highly respected faculty member and invited speaker at numerous national and
international conferences, where she regularly delivers lectures on:
- Clinical Embryology
- IVF Laboratory Quality
- Assisted Reproductive Technology
- Fertility Preservation
- Cryopreservation
- Advanced Embryology Techniques
- Endoscopic Fertility Surgery
Her dedication to continuous learning ensures that patients at Sequel IVF benefit from the
latest advances in fertility science.
Leadership in Assisted Reproductive Technology
Recognizing her decades of expertise and contributions to reproductive medicine, Dr.
Patankar has been appointed as a Member of the State Board Authority for Assisted
Reproductive Technology.
This prestigious responsibility reflects the trust placed in her professional judgment and her
commitment to promoting ethical, safe, and high-quality ART practices.
Her role supports the advancement of standards, governance, and quality within the field of
assisted reproduction.
A Team-First Philosophy
Dr. Patankar strongly believes that successful fertility treatment is never the achievement
of one individual—it is the result of a dedicated, collaborative team.
At Sequel IVF, she has built a highly experienced clinical, embryology, nursing, counselling,
and support team that shares the same commitment to excellence, empathy, and patient-
centred care.
Every treatment plan is discussed collectively, ensuring that each couple benefits from
multidisciplinary expertise and individualized attention throughout their fertility journey.
This philosophy of teamwork is one of the defining strengths of Sequel IVF.
Beyond Medicine
Outside her professional life, Dr. Patankar believes in maintaining a balanced and enriching
lifestyle.
She is a trained Indian Classical Vocalist, having earned the prestigious Sangeet Visharad
qualification, reflecting her lifelong passion for music and the arts.
An enthusiastic cyclist, she has a keen interest in endurance cycling and is an active
participant in various cycling events, embracing fitness, discipline, and perseverance beyond
the field of reproductive medicine.
She is also a *PADI-certified Advanced Open Water Diver*, embracing adventure,
exploration, and continuous learning beyond the medical profession.
These diverse interests reflect the qualities she brings into her clinical practice—discipline,
patience, focus, curiosity, and resilience.
Leading Sequel IVF with Compassion & Innovation
Today, Dr. Leena Patankar continues her mission through Sequel IVF, Hadapsar, Pune,
bringing together more than two decades of experience, internationally trained expertise,
state-of-the-art embryology, and compassionate patient care.
Her vision is simple yet powerful—to provide every couple with ethical, transparent,
scientifically advanced fertility treatment while offering unwavering emotional support
throughout their journey to parenthood.
Under her leadership, Sequel IVF continues to uphold the values of excellence, innovation,
teamwork, and hope—helping create families, one success story at a time.