Our Story — Why La Femme Exists
Dr. Naphade spent 12 years at Apollo Cradle in Bangalore, one of India's busiest maternity and fertility hospitals. She trained internationally in IVF techniques in Germany. She published over 50 research papers in reproductive medicine. She received the American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) award - one of the most respected recognitions in fertility research globally.
But through all of that, what shaped her most was not the awards or the papers. It was the patients. The couple who had been through four IVF cycles at another centre without anyone ever checking the husband's sperm DNA fragmentation. The woman with PCOD who had been put on medication for three years without a single proper hormonal workup. The 39-year-old who was told to "just keep trying naturally" when time was the one thing she did not have.
These experiences - repeated hundreds of times over two decades - led to a simple decision: build a clinic where the diagnosis comes before the treatment plan. Where the doctor actually sits with you, explains your reports in plain language and recommends only what the evidence supports. Where the same specialist manages your care from the first consultation to the final outcome, without handoffs or assembly-line medicine.
That clinic is La Femme Fertility.
Our Approach to Patient Care
At La Femme, we do not believe in impressing patients with jargon or overwhelming them with unnecessary tests. We believe in three things:
Clarity: Every diagnosis, every test result,and every treatment recommendation is explained in plain language. You will never leave a consultation wondering what just happened. If you have questions, we answer them — fully and patiently.
Honesty: If IVF is not the right option for you, Dr. Naphade will say so. If your chances of success are limited, she will tell you that directly rather than selling false hope. Patients come to La Femme because they want the truth, even when it is difficult to hear.
Continuity: You see the same doctor every single time. Dr. Naphade personally manages your entire treatment journey — from the initial workup through to the outcome. There are no handoffs to junior doctors, no rotating teams, no need to repeat your history at every visit.
This approach takes more time per patient. It means the clinic sees fewer patients per day than a high-volume centre. And that is a deliberate choice. Fertility treatment is not a conveyor belt. It requires attention, thought and a doctor who actually knows your case.
What We Stand For — La Femme's Core Values
Evidence Over Opinion: Every clinical decision at La Femme is grounded in published evidence and Dr. Naphade's own extensive research. We do not follow trends or marketing-driven protocols.
Respect for Your Time and Money: We do not recommend tests or procedures you do not need. Treatment costs are discussed upfront with complete transparency. There are no surprise bills.
Privacy as a Non-Negotiable: Whether you are visiting for fertility treatment, pregnancy care, or cosmetic gynecology, your privacy is absolute. Patient records are strictly confidential and the clinic environment is designed to ensure discretion.
Both Partners Matter: Infertility is a shared condition. We evaluate and involve both partners from the beginning, ensuring that no diagnosis is missed and no one feels excluded from the process.
Where to Find Us
La Femme Fertility is located in Wakad, Pune - centrally positioned for patients from Hinjewadi, Pimpri-Chinchwad (PCMC), Wakad, Baner, Aundh and all of western Pune. The clinic is easily accessible by road and situated near major residential and IT hubs.
We welcome patients for first consultations, second opinions on previous treatments,and comprehensive fertility evaluations. To book an appointment, visit lafemmeivf.in or call the clinic directly.
