Pravin Mhatre

Biography:

Dr. Pravin Mhatre, Professor Emeritus at G.S. Medical College, KEM Hospital, and N. Wadia Hospital in Mumbai, is internationally recognized for pioneering contributions to reproductive medicine. He led the world's first successful ovarian transplant, an achievement that was declared by BBC World and BBC London on December 24, 2002, as "The significant medical achievement of the year 2002." In 2005, he also established the first ovarian bank. His groundbreaking research includes work on vaginoplasty using progenitor cells and investigations into the genetics of MRKH syndrome. For his exceptional service in family planning, he was awarded the President’s Medal as part of an honorary team. Dr. Mhatre has also been honored with the Civic Gold Medal and Citation by the BrihanMumbai Mahanagarpalika for his contributions to medicine, and was named "Maharashtra-Ratna" in May 2005.