New Delhi: This is the inspiring story of Dr. Rita Bakshi, founder of RISAA IVF and her son, Dr. Saarthak Bakshi, CEO of RISAA IVF. Together, they turned a shared dream into a powerful mission by helping couples to become parents. Dr. Rita Bakshi brought over 35 years of experience in fertility treatment. On the other hand, Dr. Saarthak Bakshi
brought his vision and a passion to make fertility care more accessible and advanced. They have built one of India’s most trusted fertility chains.
Today, we will tell you everything about how their journey started, what challenges they faced, and how their bond as mother and son helped to change many lives.
Where It All Began?
Dr. Rita Bakshi’s journey into fertility care started with a desire to help couples who were struggling to have their own children. She completed her medical degree from Lady Hardinge Medical College in 1983 and her MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Safdarjung Hospital in 1990. Additionally, she gained specialised training in fertility treatments from institutions in Singapore, Germany, and Belgium. Over the years, she became an expert in assisted reproductive technology by helping many families to become parents.
In 2011, she founded RISAA IVF with a simple goal: to offer ethical and high-quality fertility treatment to infertile couples. Her dedication made RISAA IVF one of India’s most trusted fertility centres.
Her son, Dr. Saarthak Bakshi, started his career in the corporate world. He has also worked with companies like Infosys and Ernst & Young. But after seeing the emotional struggles of childless couples and inspired by his mother’s work, he decided to join her mission. Because he has a background in technology and business, he brought new energy and ideas to take RISAA IVF forward.
Together, they built one of the most trusted fertility chains in South Asia. Additionally, they have expanded their presence across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. Today, RISAA IVF is a growing network that has helped many couples to achieve their dream of having a child.
Building RISAA IVF Together
In 2011, Dr. Rita Bakshi and her son, Dr. Saarthak Bakshi, combined their strengths to establish RISAA IVF. Dr. Rita brought over 35 years of experience in fertility treatment,t and Dr. Saarthak contributed his business skills and ideas. Together, they created a centre that offered effective fertility care.
RISAA IVF expanded from a single clinic in Delhi to a network of over 14 centres across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. They introduced initiatives like the International Institute of Reproduction & Fertility Training (IIRFT) to train professionals in fertility treatments, and the Upkaar Welfare Trust to support women through vocational training and employment opportunities.
Their combined efforts have resulted in more than 25,000 successful IVF procedures for over 50,000 happy patients. Dr. Rita and Dr. Saarthak Bakshi have built RISAA IVF into one of the best fertility chains in South Asia.
Challenges Along the Way
Dr. Rita Bakshi and Dr. Saarthak Bakshi faced many challenges. They managed finances to overcome social stigma around infertility. Despite these obstacles, their commitment and teamwork helped them to grow a trusted fertility chain. Here are some of the challenges they faced:
- A high financial investment is needed to set up multiple clinics.
- Finding ways to reduce costs while maintaining quality care.
- Breaking social stigma and myths around infertility, especially for women.
- Creating a supportive and compassionate environment for patients.
- Solving regulatory and operational issues in healthcare.
Real Stories, Real Joy
At RISAA IVF, every success story shows the power of hope, patience, and good care. Couples from different places have shared their emotional journeys. Dr. Rita Bakshi and her expert team have helped many of them to fulfil their dream of becoming parents.
- Dinesh Kumar Yadav and Kanchan Kumari from Bihar had been married for 13 years without conceiving. However, after seeking treatment at RISAA IVF, they successfully conceived on their first IVF attempt. They are grateful to Dr. Rita Bakshi for making their dream come true.
- Mr. Bhavesh and his wife faced multiple IVF failures in the USA and a disrupted adoption process. Dr. Bakshi helped them, and they were blessed with twins, a boy and a girl. After 12 years of trying, they were finally able to become parents.
- Mr. and Mrs. Sharma came to RISAA IVF after five years of unsuccessful attempts at other fertility centres. After that, they welcomed twin daughters and fulfilled their dream of becoming parents.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Fertility Care
The field of fertility care is evolving fast, and there are new technologies and approaches that are making treatments more effective, personalised, and accessible. Dr. Rita
Bakshi and Dr. Saarthak Bakshi are working together to use these advancements to help couples on their journey to become parents.
Here are some developments that are shaping the future of fertility care:
- Personalised Treatment Plans
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Cryopreservation Advancements
- Telemedicine Services
Final Thoughts
The story of Dr. Rita Bakshi and Dr. Saarthak Bakshi shows how love, teamwork, and care can change lives. They built RISAA IVF into a trusted fertility chain across India, Nepal, and Bangladesh. With new technology and a focus on each patient’s needs, they continue to bring hope to couples who dream of becoming parents. Their journey proves that when a family works with heart, it can help build many more families.
