For five decades, Gunasheela Surgical and Maternity Hospital has been a trusted name in obstetrics, gynaecology, and reproductive medicine. What started in 1975 as a modest maternity unit in Bengaluru has now evolved into one of India’s leading fertility and women’s healthcare centres. On its Golden Jubilee, Gunasheela marked the milestone with new launches, emotional tributes, and a renewed vision for the future.
Here’s how the celebration unfolded and why Gunasheela continues to be a beacon of hope for families across generations.
1. Golden Jubilee: A Celebration of Trust and Excellence
The hospital commemorated 50 years of service in fertility and women’s health, with dignitaries, doctors, patients, and families joining the landmark occasion. Hon’ble health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao inaugurated the celebrations, calling Gunasheela a symbol of innovation, care, and compassion in Karnataka’s healthcare landscape.
2. Launch of Axon Child Development Centre
A highlight of the event was the unveiling of the Axon Child Development Centre—a one-of-its-kind facility focused on holistic child growth. From cognitive to emotional and social development, this centre ensures that Gunasheela’s care doesn’t stop at conception or birth but extends into nurturing childhood wellness.
3. Advanced Face Recognition System for IVF
To mark its tech-driven commitment, the hospital introduced a Face Recognition System for IVF treatments. This ensures error-free patient identification, enhancing safety, accuracy, and trust in highly sensitive fertility procedures.
4. From South India’s First Test Tube Baby to 4.68 Lakh Births
Back in 1988, Gunasheela made history by facilitating the birth of South India’s first test tube baby. Since then, the hospital has helped over 4.68 lakh babies come into the world, treating 2.72 lakh infertile couples with cutting-edge reproductive technologies.
5. Carrying Forward a Family Legacy
Founded by the visionary Dr. Sulochana Gunasheela and surgeon Dr. Mavahalli Gunasheela, the hospital has grown under the leadership of Dr. Devika Gunasheela and Dr. Rajsekhar Nayak. Their words at the jubilee reflected the hospital’s enduring mission: hope, innovation, and compassion for every family.
6. Landmark Medical Firsts Over the Years
Gunasheela has pioneered multiple breakthroughs in reproductive medicine, including:
- India’s first in-house fertility genetics lab
- South India’s first pregnancy via Embryoscope technology (2013)
- India’s first pregnancy using NGS-based PGS on frozen embryos within 24 hours (2016)
- Birth of India’s first In Vitro Maturation (IVM) baby (2004)
Each milestone pushed the boundaries of science while bringing new hope to couples.
7. Training the Next Generation of Experts
Beyond being a hospital, Gunasheela is also a hub of learning. Over the decades, it has trained 250+ doctors and 100 embryologists, shaping the future of fertility care in India. Workshops, academic programs, and research contributions have strengthened its global reputation.
8. Expanding Beyond Bengaluru
While the Basavanagudi hospital remains the heart of operations, Gunasheela has expanded to Koramangala and Bellary. With plans to reach Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities, the hospital aims to make advanced fertility treatments more accessible across Karnataka.
9. technology Meets Compassion
From RFID technology to prevent lab errors to tri-gas incubators and clean-room IVF labs, Gunasheela ensures global safety standards. But what truly sets it apart is its patient-first philosophy, offering not just treatments but also compassionate counseling and transparent protocols.
10. A Vision for the Future: Beyond Fertility
By expanding into child wellness with Axon, investing in research, and promoting women’s health across all life stages—from adolescence to menopause—Gunasheela is cementing its place as a comprehensive healthcare provider.
Conclusion: A Beacon of Hope for Generations
In 50 years, Gunasheela has grown from a 10-bed maternity home into a national leader in reproductive medicine, delivering not just babies but also dreams, trust, and joy. As it steps into its next chapter, the institution carries forward a legacy of innovation and compassion, ensuring that families across india continue to find hope under its care.
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