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Best Hospitals for ICSI Treatment in Chennai, India

8 ivf & fertility hospitals in our India network are listed in Chennai, accredited by JCI, NABH, NABL, with 4,035 beds combined.

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The Short Answer

This page lists the ivf & fertility hospitals in our directory offering ICSI Treatment in Chennai, India, including Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Gleneagles Global Hospital, Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, SIMS Hospital and others. Each listing links through to the hospital's full profile page.

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Top Hospitals for ICSI Treatment in Chennai, India

🇮🇳 Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road

Chennai, India 4.7 (125 reviews) 560 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.7/5 rating from 125 reviews560 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
JCIJoint Commission International accreditationNABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road's care team in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, accredited by JCI, NABH, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

4.7/5
Rating
1983
Established
560
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
Gleneagles Global Hospital

🇮🇳 Gleneagles Global Hospital

Chennai, India 4.7 (112 reviews) 1,000 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.7/5 rating from 112 reviews1,000 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by Gleneagles Global Hospital's care team in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Gleneagles Global Hospital, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

4.7/5
Rating
1999
Established
1,000
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre

🇮🇳 Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre

Chennai, India 4.7 (108 reviews) 450 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.7/5 rating from 108 reviews450 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryCardiologyMedical OncologyBreast SurgerySpine SurgeryBariatric Surgery
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre's care team in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Dr. Rela Institute and Medical Centre, accredited by NABH, NABL, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

4.7/5
Rating
2018
Established
450
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
SIMS Hospital

🇮🇳 SIMS Hospital

Chennai, India 4.6 (20 reviews) 345 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.6/5 rating from 20 reviews345 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantOrthopedicsGastroenterology
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by SIMS Hospital's care team in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. SIMS Hospital, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

4.6/5
Rating
1970
Established
345
Beds
Chennai, India
Location
Sankara Nethralaya

🇮🇳 Sankara Nethralaya

Nungambakkam, Chennai, India 4.4 (220 reviews) 200 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.4/5 rating from 220 reviews200 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OphthalmologyRetina SurgeryCornea TransplantGlaucomaPediatric Ophthalmology
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by Sankara Nethralaya's care team in Nungambakkam, Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Sankara Nethralaya, accredited by NABH, NABL, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

4.4/5
Rating
1978
Established
200
Beds
Nungambakkam, Chennai, India
Location
Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk

🇮🇳 Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk

Kilpauk, Chennai, India 4.4 (76 reviews) 80 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.4/5 rating from 76 reviews80 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SciencesOrthopedicsNeurologyOncologyGastroenterology
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk's care team in Kilpauk, Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. Apollo First Med Hospitals, Kilpauk, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

4.4/5
Rating
2002
Established
80
Beds
Kilpauk, Chennai, India
Location
MIOT International

🇮🇳 MIOT International

Manapakkam, Chennai, India 4.4 (200 reviews) 1,000 beds
Why consider this hospital?
4.4/5 rating from 200 reviews1,000 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
OrthopedicsCardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantOncology
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABLNational Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by MIOT International's care team in Manapakkam, Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. MIOT International, accredited by NABH, NABL, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

4.4/5
Rating
1999
Established
1,000
Beds
Manapakkam, Chennai, India
Location
MGM Healthcare

🇮🇳 MGM Healthcare

Chennai, India 3.7 (34 reviews) 400 beds
Why consider this hospital?
3.7/5 rating from 34 reviews400 beds
Specialties & Accreditation
Cardiac SurgeryNeurosciencesTransplantCancer CareOrthopedics
NABHNational Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCIJoint Commission International accreditation

Patients considering icsi treatment can be cared for by MGM Healthcare's care team in Chennai, India, from initial consultation through recovery. MGM Healthcare, accredited by NABH, JCI, follows recognised patient-safety and quality-of-care standards when performing icsi treatment.

3.7/5
Rating
1970
Established
400
Beds
Chennai, India
Location

Top IVF & Fertility Doctors in Chennai, India

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Dr. J Krithika Devi

MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), Fellowship in Andrology & Reproductive Medicine
Senior Clinical Director & Infertility Specialist, Nova IVF Fertility · Specialty: Fertility & IVF Specialist
Nova IVF Fertility Chennai, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 25+ years of experience in Fertility & IVF Specialist
  • Currently serving as Senior Clinical Director & Infertility Specialist at Nova IVF Fertility, Chennai, overseeing clinical operations across multiple centres.
  • Affiliated with Nova IVF Fertility centres in R.A. Puram, Chennai and Kanchipuram, providing continuity of care to patients across the region.
Expertise & Procedures
  • IVF (In-Vitro Fertilisation)
  • ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)
  • Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET)
  • Fresh Embryo Transfer
  • Blastocyst Culture and Transfer
View all procedures →
Fertility & IVF Specialist Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Nova IVF FertilityHospital accreditation: NABH
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Dr. Kaavya M

MBBS, MS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), FMAS (Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery), FART (Fellowship in Assisted Reproductive Technology), MRCOG (Member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists)
Visiting Consultant, Obstetrics & Gynaecology · Specialty: Gynecologist & Fertility Specialist
Rela Hospital Chennai, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 10+ years of experience in Gynecologist & Fertility Specialist
  • Currently serving as Visiting Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Evening Clinic) at Rela Hospital, Chennai.
  • Completed Fellowship in Assisted Reproductive Technology (FART) at World Laparoscopy Hospital, NCR Delhi (2019).
Expertise & Procedures
  • Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal Surgery)
  • Myomectomy (Fibroid Removal Surgery)
  • Endometriosis Surgery
  • Oophorectomy (Ovary Removal Surgery)
  • Laparoscopic Ovarian Cyst Removal
View all procedures →
Gynecologist & Fertility Specialist Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Rela HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
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Dr. Padmapriya Vivek

MBBS, MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), Diploma in Reproductive Medicine (DRM)
Director and Chief Gynaecologist, Obstetrics & Gynecology · Specialty: Obstetrician, Gynaecologist & Fertility Specialist
Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai Chennai, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 18+ years of experience in Obstetrician, Gynaecologist & Fertility Specialist
  • Currently serving as Director and Chief Gynaecologist at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, leading the Department of Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Fertility Medicine.
  • Previously associated with Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, contributing to its women's health and obstetrics services.
Expertise & Procedures
  • Normal and High-Risk Delivery Management
  • Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)
  • Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic, Vaginal, and Abdominal)
  • Laparoscopic Endometriosis Surgery
  • Ovarian Cyst Removal
View all procedures →
Obstetrician, Gynaecologist & Fertility Specialist Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HealthCity ChennaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Our Methodology

How we selected these hospitals

A hospital appears on this page when IVF & Fertility is among its listed specialties and it is located in Chennai, India. Hospitals are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows the listed rating (highest first), the same field shown on each hospital's profile.

What To Look For

How to Select the Best Hospital for ICSI Treatment in Chennai, India?

Choosing the right hospital for icsi treatment is one of the most important decisions in your treatment journey. A few factors are worth weighing before you decide:

International Accreditation

Look for a hospital with international accreditation such as JCI or NABH — see the accreditation badges shown for each hospital below.

Specialization

Check that the hospital's listed specialties actually include ivf & fertility rather than only general care.

Capacity and Track Record

Bed count and year established (shown below for each hospital) are a reasonable proxy for scale and operating experience.

Transparent Costs

Ask for an itemised, all-inclusive estimate — hospital charges, room category and stay — before you travel. Our cost calculator (linked below) gives a starting estimate.

Clinical Overview

Understanding ICSI Treatment

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) is the gold-standard assisted reproductive technology for overcoming severe male infertility, including azoospermia, severe oligospermia, and sperm motility disorders, achieving clinical pregnancy rates of 40–60% per embryo transfer cycle in experienced hands.

0–1 days (egg retrieval and embryo transfer are outpatient day procedures; no inpatient admission required in most cases)
Hospital Stay
2–4 weeks total in-country stay (covers ovarian stimulation monitoring, egg retrieval, embryo culture, and transfer, plus a minimum 5–7 day post-transfer observation period before international travel)
Total Stay in Country (Fit-to-Fly)
40–60% clinical pregnancy rate per embryo transfer (age-dependent; highest in women under 35 using own oocytes)
Success Rate

Clinical Overview

  • Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) is a micromanipulation-based in vitro fertilization technique in which a single morphologically selected spermatozoon is directly injected into the cytoplasm of a mature (MII-stage) oocyte using a fine-gauge glass micropipette under inverted microscope guidance.
  • This bypasses all natural sperm-oocyte interaction barriers — including zona pellucida penetration, capacitation, and acrosome reaction — making it the definitive treatment when male factor infertility is the primary barrier to conception.
  • Indications span the full spectrum of severe male infertility: non-obstructive azoospermia (NOA) requiring surgical sperm retrieval, severe oligozoospermia (sperm concentration <1 million/mL), asthenozoospermia (total motility <10%), teratozoospermia (normal forms <1% by Kruger strict morphology criteria), antisperm antibody presence, and prior conventional IVF fertilization failure.
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Who is a Candidate?

  • ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES (Male Factor Indications):
  • Severe oligozoospermia: sperm concentration <5 million/mL (WHO 2021 reference values)
  • Azoospermia (obstructive or non-obstructive): requires concurrent PESA, TESE, or micro-TESE for sperm retrieval
  • Severe asthenozoospermia: total progressive motility <10%
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Treatment Options & Approaches

  • ICSI treatment is a multi-phase protocol.
  • Below are the principal methods and technologies employed at GAF Healthcare partner centers in India and the UAE:

Recovery

  • PHASE 1 — REMOTE PRE-CYCLE CONSULTATION (Weeks 1–2, from home country):

Risks to be aware of

  • ICSI is a safe and extensively validated procedure, but patients must receive complete counseling on the following procedure-specific risks and considerations before travel:
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Why GAF Healthcare

  • GAF Healthcare provides comprehensive end-to-end non-medical travel coordination for ICSI patients traveling to India or the UAE, ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience:

Common questions about ICSI Treatment

What is the cost of ICSI treatment in India vs. the UAE?
A complete ICSI cycle — including controlled ovarian stimulation monitoring, transvaginal egg retrieval, ICSI microinjection procedure, blastocyst-stage embryo culture in a time-lapse incubator, and one fresh embryo transfer — costs approximately $2,500 to $5,500 USD in India (at JCI- and NABH-accredited centers in cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, and Hyderabad). The same procedure at JCI- and DHA-accredited centers in Dubai or Abu Dhabi typically ranges from $5,000 to $10,000 USD. India is therefore 40–60% more affordable for equivalent laboratory technology and clinical expertise. Add-on procedures such as PGT-A (Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidies) add $1,500–$3,000 USD; micro-TESE for azoospermia adds $1,000–$2,500 USD; ERA (Endometrial Receptivity Analysis) adds $600–$1,200 USD; and blastocyst vitrification and cryo-storage are charged separately at both destinations. GAF Healthcare provides a fully itemized cost estimate in writing before any travel commitment, with no hidden fees.
How long do I need to stay in the country before I am fit to fly home after ICSI treatment?
International patients undergoing a fresh ICSI cycle should plan for a total in-country stay of 2 to 4 weeks. The timeline breaks down as follows: you may begin stimulation injections in your home country and arrive at the partner center around Day 6–8 of stimulation (approximately 1 week before egg retrieval), or arrive from Day 1 for full monitoring. Egg retrieval occurs on approximately Day 10–12 of stimulation. Embryo culture to the blastocyst stage takes 5–6 days. A fresh embryo transfer is performed on Day 5/6 after retrieval. Following transfer, a minimum rest period of 5–7 days is recommended before flying, allowing for the first beta-hCG blood test on Day 10–12 post-transfer. Most physicians advise against long-haul international flights (>4 hours) for at least 10–14 days post-transfer to avoid dehydration, venous thromboembolism risk, and physical stress during the critical early implantation window. Patients at high risk of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS) — typically those with PCOS, high AMH, or a large number of eggs retrieved — may need to stay an additional 7–14 days until symptoms fully resolve, as OHSS is a contraindication to air travel. Frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycles, where all embryos are vitrified and transfer is deferred to a subsequent cycle, require only a 5–7 day in-country stay for the transfer portion. GAF Healthcare builds flexible accommodation and flight bookings for all patients to accommodate these contingencies.
What is the success rate of ICSI treatment, and what factors affect my chances?
The clinical pregnancy rate (confirmed intrauterine pregnancy on ultrasound) for ICSI at GAF Healthcare partner centers ranges from 40% to 60% per embryo transfer cycle, comparable to the best global IVF programs. Live birth rates — the most meaningful metric — are approximately 35–50% per transfer in women under 35 using their own eggs. These figures decline with advancing maternal age: approximately 30–40% in women aged 35–37, 20–30% in ages 38–40, and 10–15% in women over 40 using own oocytes. For patients using donor eggs (younger, chromosomally tested donors), live birth rates exceed 55–65% per transfer regardless of recipient age. Key factors that improve success rates at partner centers include: (1) Extended culture to the blastocyst stage (Day 5/6) rather than Day 3 cleavage stage — blastocyst transfer increases implantation rates by 15–20%. (2) Time-lapse incubation (EmbryoScope+) with AI-based embryo ranking (KIDScore, iDAScore). (3) PGT-A for euploid blastocyst selection — in women ≥38 or with recurrent implantation failure, transferring a confirmed euploid embryo raises per-transfer live birth rates to 50–65% and reduces miscarriage to <5%. (4) IMSI or PICSI for severe teratozoospermia or elevated sperm DNA fragmentation. (5) ERA testing to identify the personalized window of implantation in recurrent implantation failure cases. Cumulative live birth rates — accounting for all fresh and frozen transfers from one egg retrieval — reach 70–80% over 2–3 cycles in good-prognosis patients under 38. GAF Healthcare's partner centers provide individualized prognosis estimates based on your specific ovarian reserve markers (AMH, AFC), age, sperm parameters, and prior cycle history during your pre-cycle teleconsultation.

How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Hospital for ICSI Treatment in Chennai, India

Discover the Top Hospitals for ICSI Treatment in Chennai, India

This page lists 8 accredited ivf & fertility hospitals in Chennai, India, so you can compare accreditation, specialties and bed capacity in one place.

Support When You Need It Most

Share your medical reports with us on WhatsApp or email. Our medical team reviews them and comes back with a recommended hospital and treatment plan for your case.

Transparent, All-Inclusive Costs

We provide a single, itemised quote covering hospital charges and stay — no hidden fees, and there's no charge for requesting an estimate. Use our cost calculator alongside this page for a first estimate.

Visa, Travel and Stay Coordination

Once you choose a hospital, we help arrange the medical visa invitation letter, hotel or serviced-apartment booking nearby, airport pickup and transport to your appointments.

Curious what treatment might cost for your case? Use our cost calculator for a personalized estimate.

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Common Questions

Frequently asked questions about icsi treatment in Chennai, India

How many ivf & fertility hospitals are listed in Chennai, India?
8 hospitals in our Chennai, India directory are currently listed for ivf & fertility including ICSI Treatment.
How do you choose which hospitals to list?
A hospital appears on this page when IVF & Fertility is among its listed specialties and it is located in Chennai, India. Hospitals are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows the listed rating (highest first), the same field shown on each hospital's profile.
How much does treatment cost in India?
Cost varies by hospital, city and individual case. Use our cost calculator for a personalized estimate — see the link on this page.
Are there ivf & fertility hospitals for this in other India cities?
See the "Hospitals in other cities" links on this page for the full India list.
Are these hospitals internationally accredited?
Hospitals listed on this page carry accreditations including JCI, NABH, NABL — see the accreditation badge shown for each hospital below.
Can I get a treatment plan and cost estimate before I travel?
Yes. Share your medical reports with the GAF Healthcare team over WhatsApp or email, and our medical team will review them and come back with a recommended hospital, a treatment plan and an itemised cost estimate before you commit to anything.
Do you help with visa, travel and accommodation?
Yes. Once you choose a hospital, our team helps arrange the medical visa invitation letter, book accommodation near the hospital, and organise airport pickup and transport to appointments.
What support do I get during and after treatment?
Our medical team reviews your reports and stays in touch throughout your treatment journey — from the first consultation through recovery, including after you return home.
What does the "Featured" label next to a hospital's name mean?
"Featured" reflects editorial prominence on this listing, not a clinical ranking or a claim that it is the "best" hospital.
How do I get matched with the right hospital for icsi treatment?
Share your medical reports and requirements with the GAF Healthcare team, and our medical coordinators will recommend a suitable hospital from this list based on your case.
Does the listed cost cover everything?
The figures shown are an indicative planning estimate, not a final quote from a specific hospital. Our team provides a single, itemised, all-inclusive quote before you make any commitment.
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