International Conference on
Psychosocial Challenges Among Women with PCOS 2025

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About Us

The 1st Conference on Psychosocial Challenges of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) will be held from February 26–28, 2025, at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Mumbai, India. This groundbreaking event will bring together experts, researchers, healthcare professionals, and advocates to address the multifaceted psychosocial aspects of PCOS.

The conference offers a diverse program, including:

This event also provides a comprehensive information resource for women, offering valuable insights into managing PCOS and its psychosocial implications. Join us in advancing understanding, care, and support for individuals affected by PCOS.

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Day 1

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Day 2

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Day 3

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Guest Speaker

Guest Speaker

Prof. (Dr.) Ujwala Chakradeo

Vice Chancellor

SNDT Women's University

Dr. Ujwala Chakradeo is a renowned architect and urban planner.
With a career in education since 1985, she has guided numerous Ph.D. scholars and received the National Award for Architectural Design.
Her contributions have shaped architectural education in India.

Keynote Speakers

Dr Geeta Balsarkar

Dr Geetha Balsarkar

Senior Gynaecology Consultant

at Nowrosjee Wadia Maternity Hospital (NWMH)

Dr Srabani Mukherjee

Dr Srabani Mukherjee

Scientist G

Head Dept of Molecular Endocrinology,
In-Charge of Flow Cytometry and DNA Sequencing Core Facility
ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health

Ms. Anuradha Prabhudesai

Ms. Anuradha Prabhudesai

Senior Psychologist

Co-founder of Disha Counseling Center Mumbai

Dr Geeta Balsarkar

Dr. Prafull Kamble

Additional Professor
Dept of Physiology

at AIIMS, Bibinagar

Dr Srabani Mukherjee

Dr. Shweta Chawak

Assistant Professor

at Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Dr Srabani Mukherjee

Dr. Ghazala Mulla

Unani doctor, a researcher and
HOD of Physiology

at Zulekha Bai Unani Medical College and Hospital, Pune

Conference Schedule

Registration

Inagugration

Hubert Hirthe

Keynote 1 Dr. Srabani Mukherjee

Pathophysiology of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome – a Multifaceted Approach

Tea & Coffee Break

Oral Presentation 1

Lifestyle and Support Needs

Lunch

Willow Trantow

Keynote 2 Ms. Anuradha Prabhudesai

A Polyvagal Perspective on PCOS

Oral Presentation 2

Mental Health Challenges

Tea and coffee

Oral Presentation 3

Psychological and social impacts

Hubert Hirthe

Keynote 3 Prof. Shweta Chawak (IITB)

Health Communication in PCOS

Hubert Hirthe

Keynote 4 Dr. Ghazala Mulla

Understanding PCOD Through Unani Medicine: A Traditional Pathophysiological Approach and Treatment Modalities

Tea with Poster Session

Oral Presentation 4

Quality of Life

Lunch

Willow Trantow

Keynote 5 Dr. Geetha Balsarkar

PCOS and gut microbiomes: A conversation

Oral Presentation 5

Knowledge and Awareness

Tea and coffee

Oral Presentation 6

Body Image and Stigma

Workshop Registration

Workshop

Lunch

Willow Trantow

Keynote 6 Dr. Prafull Kamble

Physiological basis of Holistic treatment involved in PCOS

Oral Presentation 7

Physiological basis of PCOS

Tea and coffee

Oral Presentation 8

Psychological and Emotional Impacts

Conclusion

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Accommodation

Female Participants (Hostel 10 - IIT Bombay)
Male Participants (Hostel 17 - IIT Bombay)
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Call / Submissions

Prospective authors from India and abroad are invited to submit manuscripts reporting original unpublished research and recent developments in the topics related to the conference. Abstract for oral/poster presentations that illustrate research results, projects, experiment works and industrial experiences that describing significant advances in the following areas solicited, but are not limited to the following scientific themes:

Scope of the conference may include the following major topics:

No. Theme
1 Body Image related issues in PCOS
2 Mental disorders related to PCOS
3 Sociocultural determinants of PCOS
4 Application of ML and AI in PCOS
5 Policies on women health
6 Present status and challenges in PCOS
7 Diagnostic advancement in PCOS
8 Physiological basis of PCOS

Length of Abstract: should not exceed 500 words.


Submission Guidelines:

Committee

Dr. Azizuddin Khan
Dr. Azizuddin Khan

Institute Chair Professor at IIT Bombay

Chair person


  • Abhishek Thorat
  • Anamika Banerjee
  • Ankit Mishra
  • Ankita Rani
  • Arbaz Khan
  • Ayyub Khan
  • Hetarth Bhatt
  • Juilee Lele
  • Karamjeet Kaur Sarna
  • Maitreyi Redkar
  • Sandra K
  • Titiksha Pathak
  • Umrah Beg
  • Vanita Sharma
  • Vijay Shete
  • Vinay Krishna
  • Yengisetty Eswar Naveen

Registration


Package Price
Registration Only Rs. 2500/-
Registration + Accommodation Rs. 4500/-
International Students Registration $ 300/-

The registration fee can be paid online using the details below:
Payments are to be made after the acceptance of the abstract for authors. Payment can be made through IMPS/NEFT transactions payable at the following bank.

Account Number: 2724101110588
Account Name: Psychophysiology Laboratory
Bank & Branch: Canara Bank, IIT Powai Branch
IFSC Code: CNRB0002724
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Important Instructions:

Event Venue

Victor Menezes Convention Centre (Seminar Room 15)

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please contact us at:

Email: pcosconferenceiitb@gmail.com

Phone: 9167482509