Andrology course

This course helps evaluate semen and its properties and elaborate on semen preparation for various ART procedures. This course is for beginners in the field of ART and gives a holistic approach to practicing Clinical Embryology. It gives an understanding of the fundamentals of gametogenesis, etiology and pathogenesis of Infertility and all aspects of Andrology and Embryology. This online course will provide an easily accessible and detailed content in the field of basic and advanced clinical andrology. This course will provide a common knowledge set appropriate for the broad range of health care professionals involved in the treatment of the infertile male, provide training in the assessment of parameters of male reproductive function, and assist clinicians in identifying strategies for the treatment of male infertility.

Course Objective

This course aims at providing basic knowledge in Semenology and semen preparation techniques , Guided hands on will aid the candidate to understand and confidently perform the same.

• Medical and surgical advancements in the treatment of male infertility.
• Routine semen analysis and ancillary tests by the WHO fifth edition criteria.
• Routine and advanced sperm preparation methods used in assisted reproduction such as: IUI,IVF and ICSI.
• Advanced sperm function tests (sperm DNA fragmentation, oxidative stress and genetic tests).
• Routine and advanced methods for male fertility preservation for use in ART.
• Interesting clinical case discussion

Methodology of training

• Laboratory Set Up
• Equipment
• Media Handling
• Semen collection, Delivery and method of collection
• Macroscopic examination
• Microscopic examination for count and mobility
• Morphology evaluation
• Sperm preparation techniques
• Recent advances in Male Infertility
• Medical and surgical advancements in the treatment of male infertility.
• Routine semen analysis and ancillary tests.
• Routine and advanced sperm preparation methods used in assisted reproduction such as: IUI, IVF and ICSI.
• Advanced sperm function tests (sperm DNA fragmentation, oxidative stress and genetic tests).
• Routine and advanced methods for male fertility preservation for use in ART.
• Interesting clinical case discussion

Trainees will get

• Course manual
• Certificate on completion of the course.
• Theoretical component: Multiple choice questions on techniques and clinical aspects.
• Verbal communication: Power point presentation by the candidates on a topic included in the training module.

Target Audience

This activity is designed to meet the educational needs of new and experienced clinicians, laboratory scientists and allied health professionals with an interest in the evaluation and treatment of the infertile male.